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Online petanque lessons with Jean-François, an FFPJP-qualified coach and mental performance coach

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Online petanque lessons and coaching courses

Master the art of petanquebeginner to advanced coaching with Petanque Academy

Pointing, shooting, throwing technique and the mental game, taught by Jean-François, an FFPJP-qualified coach and mental performance coach. Petanque coaching on video at home, or on the terrain at a 2026 course.

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Jean-François, a petanque coach, demonstrating the throw

Where to start?

Petanque Academy at a glance

What is Petanque Academy?

Petanque Academy is petanque as taught by Jean-François, an FFPJP-qualified petanque coach and certified mental performance coach who has been playing for over 40 years.

It offers an online training programme of 7 modules and over 50 videos, coaching courses in Nantes or anywhere in France, a blog full of tips, a YouTube channel followed by more than 30,000 players, and live streams of competitions.

Its method is for anyone who wants to learn to play petanque or improve their game, from beginners to competitive players: understand the mistakes in your technique, then learn to correct them yourself on the terrain, even when the game gets tense.

Online petanque lessons

Training programme: learn petanque online

Pointing, shooting, throwing technique and the mental game, filmed and explained by Jean-François. You watch, you try it out on the terrain, you improve at your own pace.

  • 7modules
  • 50+HD videos
  • ∞unlimited access
  • Alllevels
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Jean-François introduces the Petanque Academy training programmeIntroducing the programme · 2:11

The programme is educational support to enrich your personal practice of petanque, with no individual supervision and no qualification awarded; it is not sports instruction within the meaning of the French Sports Code.

Petanque coaching course 2026 with Petanque Academy: Jean-François correcting a player’s technique

On the terrain, with Jean-François

Petanque coaching courses 2026: improving on the terrain

A 3-day coaching course in Nantes or anywhere in France. Jean-François travels to you in his motorhome for a coaching course with one, two or three players. For club players and competitors alike.

  • On your own or in a small groupEveryone works on their technique, at their own level, with tailored exercises.
  • Pointing and shooting filmed, then correctedVideo analysis shows your stance and release exactly as they are.
  • The mental game, in real situationsRoutines and stress management, practised under competition conditions.

80%shooting success rate on a 2025 coaching course – watch the video on the coaching courses page.

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Jean-François, FFPJP-qualified petanque coach and founder of Petanque Academy

Your coach

Jean-François: technique and mindset

FFPJP-qualified coach and certified mental performance coach. That dual perspective is what makes the Petanque Academy method: he corrects your technique, then teaches you how to find it again when the game gets tense.

  • FFPJP-qualified petanque coach
  • Certified mental performance coach
  • Over 40 years of petanque
  • Founder of Petanque Academy
“My aim: to help you reach your full potential, giving you the ability to analyse your own game and correct yourself on the terrain.”
Find out more about Jean-François
Body offset and weight transfer in petanque, a video by Jean-FrançoisBody offset and weight transfer · 9 min · in French

From the terrain to the screen

The YouTube channel Petanque Academy

Hundreds of free videos, in French, on technique, shooting, pointing and the big competitions. Start with body offset and weight transfer: two adjustments that make your game more consistent.

  • 31,000+subscribers
  • 14M+views
  • 300+videos
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Live stream of the 2026 Firminy National Top 1000 by Petanque Academy LiveLive2026 Firminy National Top 1000 · replay in French
  • 14,000peak viewers
  • 4 hrslive from Firminy
  • 123,000replay views

Petanque Academy Live · event organisers

Your competition streamed live on YouTube

We film and commentate on your competition live on YouTube, then as a replay. Petanque Academy Live is a media outlet 100% devoted to petanque, with broadcast quality and the energy of the terrain.

  • Live and replay

    Live during the event, then as a replay the following week.

  • Mixed commentary duo

    Lively commentary, for enthusiasts and the general public alike.

  • Your sponsors in the spotlight

    On-screen logos, banners and mentions throughout the live stream.
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The Petanque Academy blog

Petanque tips: rules, technique and the mental game

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What players say

5.0

Average Google rating, from over 30 reviews by players coached on a course or online.

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I did a simply brilliant 3-day course in Nantes with Jean-François, then signed up for his online programme. […] The mental game section is simply incredible.
Jean-LucCoaching course and online programme

Google review · Translated from French

Thanks to Jean François for his online pack, which is very comprehensive. It lets you watch, or rewatch, the points you want to work on.
Vincent BoittiauxOnline programme

Google review · Translated from French

If you love petanque and want to improve every aspect of your game, then don’t hesitate, this is the ideal place!
SébastienPetanque player

Google review · Translated from French

Your questions

Frequently asked questions about Petanque Academy

Any other questions? Jean-François will get back to you.

+33 6 48 99 32 63

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What is Petanque Academy?

Petanque Academy is petanque as taught by Jean-François, an FFPJP-qualified petanque coach and certified mental performance coach, based in Nantes. It offers an online training programme of 7 modules, coaching courses, a blog full of tips, a YouTube channel followed by more than 30,000 players, and live streams of competitions.

Can you learn petanque online?

Yes. In the training programme, every movement is filmed and explained step by step: grip, stance, pointing, shooting and the mental game. You watch a video, try it out on the terrain, then come back to compare. Going back and forth like this lets you learn to play petanque and correct your mistakes yourself, at your own pace.

Is the programme suitable for beginners?

Yes, it’s designed for all levels. Beginners start with the fundamentals: equipment, rules, grip and breathing. Experienced players go straight to the pointing, shooting or mental preparation modules. Everyone goes at their own pace and can rewatch the videos as many times as they like, on a computer, tablet or phone.

How much does the programme cost, and how long does access last?

The full training programme costs €299 as a one-off payment, by card or PayPal. Access has no time limit: you keep all 7 modules and over 50 videos, plus the new videos added in updates, with no subscription to renew.

Where and when do the 2026 petanque coaching courses take place?

The coaching courses last 3 days. Jean-François welcomes you in Nantes, or travels anywhere in France in his motorhome, for a coaching course with one, two or three players. The dates for a 2026 petanque coaching course are arranged with you: see the coaching courses and book.

What’s the difference between the online programme and a coaching course?

The online programme gives you the complete method on video, to rewatch at home whenever you like. A coaching course takes place on the terrain: Jean-François films your technique, corrects it and has you work on the mental game in real situations. Many players start with one, then add the other.

Does Petanque Academy stream competitions live?

Yes. With Petanque Academy Live, Jean-François and his team film and commentate on competitions, such as national tournaments, live on YouTube, then as a replay. Event organisers can request a quote: quick set-up, a commentary duo and partners in the spotlight.

Is payment secure?

Yes. Card payments go through Stripe, a service used by large companies such as Amazon and Google, and you can also pay with PayPal. To pay by cheque or bank transfer, just contact us before you place your order.

How do I find my student area?

Click the account icon at the top of the page, or go straight to your dashboard, then enter your login details. If you’ve forgotten them, the “Forgot Password?” link emails you a reset link at the address you gave when you signed up. Your access to the videos has no time limit.

How can I contact Petanque Academy?

By phone on +33 6 48 99 32 63, by email at petanqueacademy@gmail.com, or via the contact form. Jean-François personally answers questions about the programme, the coaching courses, live streams of competitions and team-building days for businesses.

Petanque Academy

From the terrain to the screen: a different way to experience petanque

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