Watersports activities

Do you represent an organisation, a group, a works council, a school or a sports club? Our team is here to help you organise your stay.

The main objectives of our association are the promotion and development of watersports activities. For this reason, we offer accommodation exclusively to those undertaking waterports activities.

Most of the watersports activities take place on the Lake of Aureilhan (Mimizan Lake) which is 3,5 km (2 miles) from the « Lac et Océan » Centre. Here, you can safely go sailing, canoeing, rowing or stand up paddle boarding.
We pride ourselves on the quality of our sessions (all our monitors hold state qualifications) and for their emphasis on fun.
All sports are governed by the general and specific provisions of Article R227-13 of the Code of Social Action and Families and the Order of April 25, 2012. Thus, the practice of water sports is subject to the provision of the document certifying the successful completion of one of the tests provided for in Article 3 of the Decree of 25 April 2012. The group leader is responsible for providing the Cercle Nautique with the necessary certificates for each participant.

On the lake

Canoeing / kayaking (an hour and a half)

This is one of the most fun activities you will find! This option has something for everyone – the instructor will guide you through several challenges (relays, races, balancing exercises etc). This is an hour and a half that will fly by, finishing up with the pyramid (exclusive manoeuvre to the Cercle Nautique!!) Laughter guaranteed !

Sailing (2 hours)

Using different types of boats depending on your age (6-11 year olds (opti) and over-12s (PAV or catamaran), in teams or solo, get the wind in your sails on Mimizan lake!

Rowing (an hour and a half)

You’ve seen it at the Olympic Games, now come and try it for yourself! We challenge you to learn how to row: you’ll be surprised how much coordination and balance you need. For children, we offer games and fun activities based on rowing.

Challenge Game (two hours)

Water-based games (usually in a canoe) consisting of reaching different points marked on a map, on foot, by bike and in a canoe. Ideal for team-building and independence training. Recommended for young people.

Canoeing (full day or half day)

Navigate your way from the lake through the Courant des Forges. This activity has something for everyone with a mixture of relaxation and adventure in a tree-lined environment.

Stand Up Paddle (one hour)

Experience the pleasure of stand up paddle boarding on a calm, peaceful lake. A unique experience !

In the ocean

Bodyboarding / surfing (1 hour)

Come and discover this popular sport, renowned along the Landaise coast. Bodyboarding or surfing depending on weather and wave conditions.

Beach Lifeguarding Course (1 hour)

Have you always dreamed of being in Baywatch?? Come and unleash your inner lifeguard! Learn about the dangers of the sea (“baînes” (underwater currents particular to this coastline), rip tides etc) through swimming and lifesaving techniques and by using professional lifesaving equipment (paddle board, flippers etc)

Additional information

The « Cercle Nautique » is an association with a sporting purpose status. Therefore, we are only able to offer accommodation to those doing watersports.

The practice of water sports is subject to the provision of the document certifying the successful completion of one of the tests provided for in Article 3 of the Decree of 25 April 2012.
The group leader is responsible for providing the Cercle Nautique with the necessary certificates for each participant. In the event of missing documents, the « Cercle Nautique » is unable to run the watersports activity.
For hygiene reasons, we require that all participants wear a t-shirt underneath their life jackets.
We remind you that the sports coach is not qualified as a holiday club monitor. The presence of a group leader – as well as a monitor – is therefore obligatory