Motivated beginners
Curious students who want structure and challenge.
Admissions
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For motivated young adults ready for a demanding year.
Waiting list open now. Applications open on 1 November 2026.
Who can apply
18-25 years old.
The Academy welcomes different sailing levels, provided the student has commitment, physical readiness and team mindset.
Sporty beginners
Active students ready to learn through effort.
Experienced young sailors
Students who already know the water and want personal growth.
Young athletes
Athletes interested in sailing as a demanding learning field.
Level required
No advanced sailing experience required.
Students must be able to swim, physically ready and comfortable learning in English.
- able to swim
- physically ready
- comfortable outdoors
- ready for effort
- open to feedback
- team mindset
- comfortable in English
Students should be ready for demanding outdoor training, changing weather, repeated physical activity and shared daily responsibilities.
Student support
Clear protocols. Calm supervision.
On-site professional support
Students are supported by a professional team on site, with clear safety, health and participant follow-up protocols. Activities are adapted to weather, conditions and readiness.
LIFE COURSE ACADEMY is designed around a residential model where students live together on one selected site, with structured routines, high-quality food, supervision and shared spaces.
Each student benefits from a quarterly sport medical, psychological and nutrition review to support their progress, balance and wellbeing throughout the year.
Safety protocols
Clear operating standards before activities begin.
Health monitoring
Readiness, fatigue and recovery are followed.
Participant follow-up
Students are not left anonymous in the rhythm.
Weather-adapted activities
Plans respond to conditions and readiness.
Full-time team on site
Professional supervision remains present.
These reviews are carried out by qualified professionals and do not replace specific medical, psychological or nutritional care when such care is required.
Selection process
Clear steps before confirmation.
01
Online application
Basic profile, motivation and practical information.
02
Motivation letter
A short statement on readiness, goals and reasons for applying.
03
Interview
Conversation with the Academy team.
04
Physical readiness check
Confirmation that the student can safely join the programme rhythm.
05
Final confirmation
Place, dates and next logistics confirmed.
Dates and fees
The essentials.
The first programme opens in 2027 in Costa Smeralda, Sardinia, Italy.
Opening year2027
Programme1 October 2027 to late May 2028
Waiting listOpen now
Applications open1 November 2026
Programme feeEUR 40,000
AccommodationNot included
Accommodation optionsOffered separately through the selected Academy Host Partner once confirmed
LanguageDelivered in English
Waiting list
Join before applications open.
Applications open on 1 November 2026. The waiting list is open now for students, parents and advisors who want early information.
Sailing Pathway
For some, sailing may become a future.
For most students, sailing is the method. For some, it may become a future.
- club racing
- crew opportunities
- mixed amateur-professional projects
- selected regatta experiences
The Academy does not promise professional careers, elite team placement or guaranteed racing results.
Ask a question
For students, parents and partners.
Ask about readiness, English level, physical preparation, programme structure, accommodation or partnerships.