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SCUBA DIVING CENTERS

At Columbus Isle (Bahamas), St. Lucia (West Indies) and Turkoise (Turks & Caicos).

Welcome to the Club Med Scuba Diving centers featuring SCUBAPRO/UWATEC equipment. Included in your diving package are Scuba Tanks, BC’s, fins, masks, regulators and diving belts. All Club Med dive boats are top-of-the-line, custom-made catamarans with average cruising speeds of 20 knots.
Beginner Package
Perfect introduction to scuba diving, this package includes a “resort” or “PADI Discover Scuba Diving” certification course that consists of 2 days of instruction in the pool and accompanied open water dives on the following day(s).
  • 3 day package: $120 PADI Discover Scuba Diving/resort course over 2 days plus 2 accompanied dives on the 3rd day
  • 6 day package: $270 PADI Discover Scuba Diving/resort course over 2 days plus 8 accompanied dives over the next 4 days
PADI Discover Scuba Diving or Equivalent Certification Package:
Designed for the PADI Diver and divers who are not open water certified. An instructor will accompany all dives
  • 3 day package: $145 - 1 refresher dive (if needed) with instructor plus 5 accompanied dives on the following days
  • 6-day package: $270 - 1 refresher dive (if needed) with instruc­tor plus 11 accompanied dives on the following 5 days

Open Water/Buddy Diver Package

Divers must be 0.W. certified and perform buddy dives.
  • 3-day package: $130 - 6 buddy dives
  • 6-day package: $230 - 12 buddy dives plus 1 night dive (weather permitting)
*Packages bookable & payable in advance or upon arrival, subject to availability.
 

SCUBA DIVING “À LA CARTE” FORMULA

Based upon your level and requirements we offer:

Dives
  • 2 exploration dives per day.
  • Option of a 3rd buddy dive per day.
  • 1 accompanied night dive per week (minimum of 10 previous dives required).
  • Buddy dives: minimum level required - CMAS 2 star or PADI open water/or equivalent - presentation of diving log book and certification card required.

Certification

Club Med Beginner Certification Program: 2 beginner lessons over 2 days (included in Beginners Package).
  • PADI Open Water Certification (over 4 days).
  • PADI Advanced Open Water certification (over 2 days).
  • PADI Specialty Courses over 1 or 2 days.
  • NAUI Certification may be available at certain Villages.

Please Note

  • Isothermic wetsuit and diving computer rentals are available at scuba diving center.
  • Scuba lockers are available in Columbus Isle Bahamas, St Lucia and Turkoise Turks & Caicos.
  • Important: Please remember to bring your diving logbook and diving certifications.
  • Minors must provide parental authorization in order to dive.
  • You will be required to complete a medical questionnaire at the Village.

MORE SCUBA DIVING*

Buccaneers Creek (Martinique), Bora Bora, Cancun, Caravelle (Guadeloupe), Lindeman Great Barrier Reef, Paradise Island (Bahamas), Phuket, Punta Cana and Ria Bintan
Many Club Med Villages are located in some of the best dive sites around the world. You can discover these exhilarating marine worlds with a variety of à la carte dive excursions available at your Village tour desk.
Advanced booking for scuba diving packages available at Buccaneer’s Creek (Martinique), Bora Bora and Phuket.
* Additional cost.

FREE-DIVING SCHOOL

This program at Buccaneer’s Creek (Martinique), developed by world-champion Umberto Pelizzari, includes two-hour classes, 5 days a week (Monday-Friday).
Techniques taught include:
  • Free immersion (diving using a rope)
  • Skin diving with constant variable weight (flippers constant; weight — variable)
  • Static skin diving (immersion in still skin diving)
  • Dynamic skin diving (horizontal swim with flippers while skin diving)
Meet Umberto Pelizzari in Buccaneer’s Creek (Martinique), November 4-16, 2002. $100 supplement applies for this program during these dates.

SAILING

Refine your skills with our performance “Club Med Catamarans” fashioned after the 110-foot Club Med Catamaran, winner of The 2001 Race — the first nonstop, no limits, no rules race around the world.
Technical Data:
  • Designed for 2 or 3 people.
  • Mainsail area: 126 square feet
  • Jib sail area: 38 square feet
  • 7.9 feet wide
  • 15 feet long
  • 320 lbs.
These catamarans are available at Bora Bora, Columbus Isle (Bahamas) and Turkoise (Turks & Caicos).
At Cancun, Ixtapa, Playa Blanca, Paradise Island (Bahamas) and Sandpiper-Florida. Club Med offers new Hobie Cat Waves, perfect for novice sailors.

IN-LINE SKATING SCHOOL

G.O.s at Sandpiper, Florida and Kamanna have been specially trained in the methods of Taïg Khris, world-class in-line skater. This program offers lessons for beginners and advanced skaters in all in-line skating activities with a focus on half pipe. Courses are 2 hours per day over 5 days (Monday-Friday).
$70 supplement applies. Space is limited, advanced booking recommended. Starting at age 11. Meet Taïg Khris in Sandpiper, Florida November 4-16, 2002 or in Kamarina April 14-18, 2003

WINDSURFING SCHOOL

World Champion Robert Teriitéhau’s technique is taught at St. Lucia. This program offers advanced windsurfers a selection of quality equipment from Bic and Neil Pryde, tips from G.O.s trained in Teriitéhau’s method, an instructional video session and participation in daily workshops (10 hours over 5 days). Minimum level required; mastering the safety harness navigation.
$150 supplement applies. Space is limited, advanced booking recommended. Starting at age 13.

TENNIS CAMP

Perfect your skills at the ATP/Club Med Tennis Camps offered at Paradise Island (Bahamas), Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) and Sandpiper-Florida. This intensive instructional program developed for Club Med by the ATP caters to intermediate & advanced players. The program spans 3 days with 3-hour clinics each day that include instructions and playtime.
$195 supplement applies and includes Official ATP/Club Med hat and polo shirt. Starting at age 11.
Level 1 - Intermediate

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Forehand drive

Approach Shot

Serve

Short ball put away

Forehand slice

Return of serve

Backhand ground stroke

Backhand slice

Doubles play strategy

Volley

Topspin lob

 

Smash

Drop shot

 

Level 2 - Advanced

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Generating power:

Drop shot

Slice serve

Linear

Drop Volley

Return of serve

Rotational

Chase the drop shot

Cross court low

Vertical

Lob volley

Down the line

Passing Shots:

Angled volley

Lob

Down the line

 

Overhead smash

Cross court

 

 

Angled

 

 

Short

 

 

Taking the net

 

 

Topspin lob

 

 


CLUB MED FITNESS

Rejuvenate your mind, body and soul with the Les Mills Fitness program.

Lessons For Beginners:

  • Gentle exercise sessions (stretching, relaxation or warm up sessions).
  • Muscle strengthening or aerobics.

Lessons For All Levels:

Introducing the latest fitness trends 6 days a week:
  • Body Attack™ - Inspired by aerobics and martial arts. Body attack is a high-intensity cardiovascular blitz that puts power and energy back into aerobics. Simple, strenuous, electric, this discipline is without bodily contact and does not require any prior martial arts experience.
  • Body Pump™ - The original barbell class. Tones and conditions muscles, while raising your metabolic rate for rapid fat burning. Choreographed with music, this new discipline is simple, super fun and it’s the fastest way in the world to get in shape.
  • Aquafitness - Ideal for gently strengthening your muscles all round. This low impact water workout is gentle, improves blood circulation and acts as an automassage without risk. Aquafitness is offered in all Villages offering Fitness as part of both “Lessons for beginners” and “Lessons for all levels.”
  • Gentle exercise sessions (stretching, relaxation or warm up sessions).
  • Muscle strengthening.
  • Step classes or low impact aerobics.
No additional cost.

GOLF

Intensive Golf Clinics

Learn to play golf the fun way! The Club Med golf method breaks down the intricacies of the golf swing with simple instinctive movements you already know. This method is adapted to cater to all levels of players. You can work on your swing, putting, approach shots and bunker techniques with theory classes on golf etiquette and video sessions to help you improve your style. A half-set of clubs and practice balls are available during the course.
Beginner Clinic
Sandpiper-Florida: 12 hours of lessons throughout 5 days. $130 supplement applies.
Advance Clinic
Sandpiper-Florida: 18 hours of lessons throughout 5 days, including a 9-hole course with instructor. $250 supplement applies.
Green Fee Package
In Sandpiper-Florida: you can take advantage of our Golfer’s promotional package, which includes unlimited green fees and cart fees at Club Med’s 18-hole professional golf course. Advanced booking required.
December 14, 2002 - April 25, 2003:
$169 for 6-days of green fees. $89 for 3-days of green fees. $59 for 2 days of green fees.

OFF SITE GOLF

Discover a multitude of golf courses located near Club Med Villages and managed by external clubs.
Available at Bali, Born Bora, Buccaneer’s Creek (Martinique), Cancun, Caravelle (Guadeloupe), Ixtapa, Lindeman Island, Opio, Paradise Island (Bahamas), Phuket, Punta Cana, Ria Bintan, Rio das Pedras, Sandpiper-Florida, St. Lucia and Turkoise (Turks & Caicos).

SKIING & SNOWBOARDING

Club Med Ski Programs

7-night package includes:
  • Full day ski lesson; up to 6 days depending on day of arrival.
  • Ski pass; 7 days depending on destination. Crested Butte, CO. Ski School closed on Wednesdays.
Please note: unless stated otherwise, for all Villages with the main arrival day on a Saturday, the first ski lesson begins on Sunday. And for all Villages with the main arrival day on a Sunday, the first ski lessons begin on Monday. For stays of less than 7 days or for stays of 7 days commencing mid week, please inquire for further information.

Ski/Snowboarding Lessons At Club Med

  • The Ski instructors: Club Med instructors have been selected for their skill and teaching ability. During your stay, they will share with you their passion for winter sports and the mountains, taking you to some of the most beautiful ski runs in the area.
  • Your ski group: a Club Med ski group is typically about 12 people and is organized according to the skill level of each participant.
  • Your level: Club Med ski schools offer various downhill ski and snowboard levels from beginner to competition.

The Golden Rules

We highly recommend that you attend the first day’s ski class. This will allow the instructors to make sure that you are in the group that best suits your abilities and requirements. For beginners, this is especially important, as you will learn the necessary basics to progress throughout the week.
  • In the European Villages, beginner’s lessons are available only to those staying for 7 days or more (and therefore skiing over a 6-day period)
  • In order to make maximum progress, we ask you to remain in the same group of your chosen level throughout your stay.
Please note: Snowboards, monoskis and snowblades are not allowed in downhill ski classes.

Ski Slopes:

  • Beginner = Green
  • Intermediate = Blue
  • Advanced = Red
  • Expert = Black
Ski Rentals
All featured Villages offer ski and helmet rentals and maintenance services (additional cost). You will be provided with high performance equipment, selected from the top names in the industry. Most of the equipment is replaced at the end of each season. Advanced equipment rentals are available, call for pricing.
Downhill Skis & Boots for Adults are Available for 3 Levels:
  • “Leisure skis”: easy skis, good for beginner and low intermediate levels.
  • “Sport skis”: multi-terrain skis, compatible for all ski levels.
  • “Performance skis”: technical skis, ideal for advanced levels.
You can rent skis, poles & boots together, or separately, depending on your requirements.
Also Available:
  • Snowboards: in all Villages.
  • Junior skis: in all Villages.
  • Children’s skis and head protection or children’s helmets: in all Villages with Children’s Clubs.
  • Snowblades (also known as mini-skis and authorized for children over 4 feet tall): in Chamonix, Crested Butte CO, Serre Chevalier, and Val d’lsère.
  • Carving skis (parabolic skis ideal for wide turns); in all Villages.
  • Demo skis: Expert line of ski equipment available at all Villages for trial.
  • Cross country skis and snowshoes: Available through the tour desk at select Villages.
For all Club Med ski rentals, you will be asked to leave a deposit.

Choose Your Ski Village According to your Winter Sport

  • Downhill ski: in all Villages
  • Snowboard: Serre Chevalier and Val d’lsère (lessons from 12 years old.), Crested Butte, CO (lessons from 6 years old)
  • Discover the mountains: offered in Chamonix from 12 years old.
“Discover the Mountains” is an ideal formula for nature lovers who wish to really explore the mountain scenery at a gentle pace. This is offered throughout the week, with a specialized instructor who will take you on guided snow­shoeing tours.

CHILDREN’S SKI

Ski School (from 4 years of age and older, in Val d’lsère from 12 years old) Downhill ski classes are offered from beginner to competition level. All ski lessons are run by fully qualified ski instructors. It’s recommended that children wear safety helmets during downhill ski lessons (these can be rented upon arrival, at all Ski Villages with Children’s Clubs).
Snowboard School — From age 6 in Crested Butte, CO and age 12 in Chamonix Serre Chevalier and Val d’lsère.

SPORTS FOR CHILDREN

At Club Med, sports are divided into big and small. Children can play all the sports offered in the Village, as long as they are the required age.
Note: Participation in water sports for children is subject to a swimming test. For children wishing to scuba dive, parents’ signed authorization is necessary as is a medical certificate. Outside of Mini Club Med activities and in all Villages without Children’s Club facilities, children under 8 years old (12 years old for watersports) must be accompanied by a parent for all sporting activities. Introductory courses are offered once a week. Age requirements at Villages without Children’s Clubs may differ. There are dedicated hours for children in Villages with Children’s Clubs.
SCUBA DIVING
Kids can explore scuba diving with special programs designed to safely introduce children to scuba diving.
  • SASY (Supplied Air Snorkeling for Youths): From 5 years and up, youngsters can discover diving in the pool. Offered at St. Lucia. No additional cost.
  • PADI Bubblemaker: Kids 8-10 years old will learn the basics in Confined water. Offered at St. Lucia. A supplement of $20 applies.
  • PADI Discover Scuba Diving Certification Program: A great way to learn scuba diving for kids 10-12 years old. Offered at St. Lucia and Columbus Isle Bahamas. A supplement of $30 applies.
  • PADI Juniors Open Water Certification Program: Available at St. Lucia and Columbus Isle from 12 years and up with certain restrictions based on level of skill. A supplement of $150 applies.

IN LINE SKATING

For children 6 years and older, Club Med offers the fun of in-line skating with the safety of introductory courses and expert lessons. Kids can skate the half-pipe (at Sandpiper-Florida), play street hockey or glide around our skate park. Offered at Ixtapa, Kamarina, Punta Cana, Sandpiper-Florida and St Lucia.
BMX BIKING
All terrain track, races, obstacle jumping... thrills and chills on two wheels. For children age 6 and up. Offered at Kamarina and Opio.
* Additional Cost.

CHILDREN’S CLUBS

At Club Med’s Children’s Clubs, the G.O.s (gracious organizers) make all the difference. These qualified professionals are dedicated to providing your kids with a host of activities and programs to keep them enthralled and amazed for as long or as little as you like. Under their attentive care, kids can experience an engaging vacation. Make new friends. Play favorite games. Open their eyes to new adventures. And discover an unforgettable world of fun. While your kids are laughing and playing in the children’s club, you can enjoy adult conversations with your own new friends, try a new sport or simply catch up on a good book. With Club Med, you never have to compromise.
Baby Club Med - (4 to 23 months)
  • The children are divided into two groups: children who are not yet walking and those with a certain level of mobility.
  • Open 6 days a week from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
  • Baby Club Med is a paid service with an additional charge of $29 per day.
A Typical Day At Baby Club Med
A gentle start, after breakfast with the family. On the schedule: wake up games, educational activities, walks and a nap for the youngest participants. Lunch is taken care of entirely by the G.O.s; however, you may join your child if you like. Afternoon activities include outdoor games, snack time and parades with Clubber & Medy.

Petit Club Med - (2 - 3 years)
  • Generally divided into 2 age groups.
  • Open six days a week, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Petit Club Med is a paid service with an additional charge of $29 per day.

A Typical Day At Petit Club Med

The day begins with group activities, walks and outdoor games. At noon kids enjoy a complete, balanced lunch specially designed for the needs of young children. Parents may join their children...or leave them to the G.O.s, with complete peace of mind. The afternoon is filled with games, face painting, puppet shows, sandcastle building, pajama parties, treasure hunts, finger painting, arts & crafts and story telling.

Mini Club Med - (4 - 10 years)
  • Children may be further divided into age groups as follows: 4-5 years, 6-7 years, and 8-10 years.
  • Open six days a week, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a break before dinner.
  • The Mini Club Med is no additional cost.
A Typical Day At Mini Club Med
The day kicks off with early-learning and creative activities. Lunch is always a favorite part of the afternoon followed by unique activities including fashion shows, circus school, arts & crafts, treasure hunts, face painting, sandcastle building pool games and a variety of sports. Evenings can be filled with pajama parties, talent shows or dance parties.

Juniors’ Club Med (11 -17 years)
Juniors’ Club Med caters to young guests who are seeking independence, new friends, or just want to hang out in a group.
  • 11-13 years: available year round
  • 14-17 years: available during certain school holidays.

The Juniors’ Club Med is no additional cost.

A Typical Day In The Juniors’ Club Med
Day begins by exploring the sports challenges the Village has to offer. Whether it’s skating, windsurfing, flying trapeze or wakeboarding. After lunch, unique activities are planned including beach hockey, olympic games, beach volleyball tournaments, fashion shows, and a variety of sports. As evening falls plenty of teen-oriented activities are scheduled including disco parties, teen dances and pajama parties. Available 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. with a break before dinner.

CHILDREN’S CLUB ACTIVITIES

Clubber & Medy
Meet Clubber & Medy, the Club Med Children’s Club characters. This duo delights and entertains little ones throughout the week from joining in the games to participating in the shows and activities.
Costume Parade
Once a week a parade is organized and led throughout the Village by Clubber and Medy. Kids enjoy wearing costumes they’ve created themselves in the Children’s Clubs.
Culture Days
Kids will be immersed in the culture of the local country. One day a week, in the Children’s Clubs, they will learn basics of language, taste traditional dishes and enjoy games and songs indigenous to the destination you are visiting.
ShowTime
Get ready to watch your kids ham it up in a hilarious show. Once a week, the Children’s Clubs put on an endearing performance. In Villages with a Circus School, the Mini Club Med often entertains with a Circus Show demonstrating their newfound talents.
Circus School
Kids 8 years and older love juggling, walking the tightrope, jumping on the trampoline, swinging on the trapeze and clowning around in our one-of-a-kind circus workshops. (Introduction to circus school from 4 years of age.) Available at Bali, Caravelle (Guadeloupe), Ixtapa, Kamarina, Lindeman Island, Opio, Punta Cana, Ria Bintan and Sandpiper-Florida.
Mini Scientists
Kids love this innovative program that will open their eyes to the fun of science through engaging and educational activities. Available at Caravelle (Guadeloupe), Crested Butte CO, Ixtapa, Punta Cana and Sandpiper-Florida.
Kids Corral (from 4 years old)
Most Ski Villages with Children’s Clubs offer a “Kids Corral” where the little ones can get comfortable with their skis, ski a simple trail around fun figurines and learn to use a basic rope tow on a gentle slope.
Gym
Toddlers (from 2-3 years old) in the Petit Club Med can enjoy an activity course designed especially for them. Our “Fun Course” keeps little hands and minds busy for hours developing fine motor coordination, critical thinking skills, spatial relations and depth perception and, in true club Med style, encourages social interaction. Available at Ixtapa, Punta Cana, Sandpiper-Florida and Serre Chevalier.

HOW TO JOIN CHILDREN’S CLUBS

When making your reservation, enroll your child in the appropriate children’s club. Space in the Petit Club Med™ and Baby Club Med™ Children’s Clubs is limited in order to adhere to the safety regulations and standards of child care structures and provide the utmost of care and enjoyment for your child. There will be no exceptions made to the number of spaces available. The age groups of each club have been carefully considered for maximum safety and compatibility and will also be strictly adhered to.
Once at the Village, you should register your child with the GO. (Gracious Organizer) responsible for the particular Children’s Club. Advise the G.O. if your child requires any special attention (nutrition, sleep patterns, favorite toy, etc.). Such information is invaluable for the Children’s Club G.O.s as it allows them to help children feel safe and comfortable around their new friends and environment.
With your cooperation and the overall preventative health and hygiene measures adopted by Club Med, your children will be able to enjoy a quality, healthy environment full of fun and games during their vacation at any Club Med Village with Children’s Clubs around the world.
*Please note: a supplement fee of $29 per day for the Baby Club Med and Petit Club Med is paid per child at the time of booking. This supplement is non-refundable and guarantees a spot for your child in the Children’s Club. Children’s Club available only if booked for duration of stay.
Children in the Care of The Children’s Clubs
A parent/guardian must complete and sign the registration forms and attendance register for their child, stating precisely the time they have signed their child in and the time they will pick up their child. When children from 4 to 10 years old have been signed in to the Mini Club Med, the G.O. will give each child a bracelet, clearly indicating that they are part of the Mini Club Med.
Important: Children who are NOT in the care of the Children’s Clubs or who are staying at Villages without Children’s Clubs facilities are the full responsibility of their parent/guardians.
While in the Children’s Club, your child will be in the good hands of specially trained G.O.s who have all met safety requirements and training standards. A generous G.O.-to-child ratio is maintained within each club.
Children’s Health
For children in the Baby Club Med and Petit Club Med, parents are strongly advised to obtain a “certificate of health” for their child prior to departure. This can simply be a letter issued by your doctor stating that your child is in good health. It should be issued no more than 48 hours before arrival at the Village. Please note that a “certificate of health” is recommended for our Villages in France.
Children will only be accepted in the Children’s Clubs if they are considered to be in good health and without any signs of a contagious cold or fever. Club Med reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to request the certificate and refuse acceptance of any child into the Children’s Club should this be deemed necessary for health reasons. Please check that your child’s vaccinations are up to date prior to departure. A doctor is available at some of our Baby Club Med Villages. The role of such a doctor is limited to offering assistance, providing advice and administering urgent first aid. It does not, under any circumstances, for legal and ethical reasons, substitute the role of the local doctor in regard to prescriptions.
Only the parents/guardian are allowed to administer medication to their child. Under no circumstances are the Children’s Club G.O.s authorized to administer medication. In the event of a doctor’s visit, all medical or hospital cost will be charged to the parents/guardian.
Children’s Meals
Club Med’s extensive buffets offer plenty of choices for the little ones — from hamburgers, hot dogs and pizza to international cuisine for the more adventurous eaters. Some Villages with Children’s Clubs have separate restaurants just for children.
  • Sandpiper-Florida: Baby Club Med restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
  • Ixtapa: Petit and Mini Club Med restaurant serving lunch. Restaurant hours vary depending upon Village location.
Children’s Amenities
Children’s beds, high chairs and/or booster seats for restaurants are available to parents in all Villages; parents are responsible for extra diapers and bottles.
Villages with Baby Club Med and Petit Club Med programs offer strollers at no extra charge (based on availability). In case you forget to bring some necessities, replacement items including toiletries, diapers and jars of baby food may be available in the Club Med Boutique.
Children With Special Needs
Please inquire at time of booking should your child require special needs; we will determine whether we can accommodate these needs.

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