Cercle Sportif de Bas du Fort (CSBF)
Cercle Sportif de Bas du Fort (CSBF) is a nautical sailing club in Guadeloupe, located in Le Gosier at Bas du Fort. The club presents itself as a sailing organization for children, teenagers and adults, with a broad programme including sailing lessons, holiday courses, performance training and equipment rental. The published activities mention classes such as Optimist, Hobie Cat 16 and Laser dinghies, supported by structured coaching and competition pathways for young racers. The overall profile combines a community-oriented club culture with performance development, emphasizing safety, instructional quality and active links to the French sailing federation environment.
History
According to the website, CSBF was created by enthusiasts of the sea and water sports, with a mission to share sailing practice in Guadeloupe with a wide audience. Its development is presented through accessible courses for different skill levels, holiday programmes and a club culture based on mutual support, safety and enjoyment on the water. In parallel, the Club Performance section highlights a stronger competitive pathway for young sailors, including regular training sessions, school-holiday camps and participation in local, regional and national regattas. This positions the club as a structure that combines leisure sailing, training and long-term sporting progression in a supervised environment.