SYDNEY's Favourite
Private Boat Licence Course
Getting your Boat Licence with us is simple And fun.
Rating
Boat wise offers an excellent experience which encompasses both hands on learning as well as theory learning. Most definitely recommend for everyone.
I highly recommend Boat wise, I shopped around on who I can get to teach my son his boating license, and I’m so glad i went with boat wise my son understood and now can drive a boat they took the time and went through the whole process and made it’s so easy, very happy and satisfied with my decision.
Tristan is a great teacher and skipper. Was very patient out on the water and helped refine our skills. Taught us a bunch of new tricks as well as what to consider in order to improve our seamanship. Would highly recommend!
So easy to work with and very helpful in learning the correct way with great staff
Incredible training from Tristian and Boatwise. Now have more confidence with the boat and also an understanding of how to deal with different weather conditions. Tristian provided calm clear guidance and support throughout the process.
Gone are the days of sitting in a boring classroom with a group of strangers.
Our fun and engaging boat licence course gives you the skills and confidence you need to hit the water and start exploring.
You'll learn on our comfortable 6.5m training vessel while cruising the stunning waters of Sydney Harbour.
Our experienced and passionate instructors will guide you through the course, giving you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a confident and safe boat operator.
Our private boat licence course is designed to be enjoyable and informative. You’ll get hands-on experience as you learn navigation, safety, and boat handling skills. You’ll also have the opportunity to practice your skills on the water, ensuring that you are fully prepared for whatever comes your way on Sydney Harbour.
Course Details
Course Price
$1,342(incl. GST)
Location
Gladesville Bridge Marina
Runtime: 5-6hrs
9:00am - 3:00pm
Dates
7 Days
Why choose Boat Wise?
- Experienced and friendly instructors
- Hands-on experience on a comfortable training vessel
- Personalised attention to ensure you learn at your own pace
- Fun and engaging learning environment
- Stunning views of Sydney Harbour as you practice your skills
- We are a reputable and accredited training provider
- We have a high pass rate
- We offer ongoing support and advice to our graduates
Course Content
Two parts:
1. Online Theory
Complete OUR Pre-Study consisting of the Boat Wise Handbook
Take the boating knowledge practice quiz
Service NSW
(optional)
2. Practical
Practical on Water, assessment and training.
Then you’ll receive your Registered Boat Licence after the course
You will learn:
Safety and preparation
(kill cord, life jackets, communications, crew position and safety)
High-speed handling
(trim, stability, driving position, crew safety, waves, quick stop)
Low-speed handling
(close quarters, standing off, wind and tide)
Rules of the water
(etiquette, signs, managing busy traffic)
Boating skills
(anchoring, berthing, handling lines, mooring buoys)
Emergency situations
(types of emergency, man overboard recovery, marine radio distress calls)
Personal equipment
(clothing, lifejackets etc)
Parts of the boat
(basic terminology)
Types of craft
(hull types, engines, fuel)
Basic weather
(forecasts, sea state, effect of wind and tide)
Buoyage, basic collision regulations
(IRPCS)
Onboard safety
Legal responsibilities and obligations
Course Format
The course is continually assessed, so there is no written examination. Your instructor will assess your skills and knowledge throughout the day.
Assessment
The Pre-Study Handbook takes about 1-2 hours to complete at home at your own pace, and the practical component takes about 4-5 hours on Sydney Harbour with our highly experienced instructors.
Certification
Once you have successfully passed the course, you will receive an electronic certificate via email. You will need to print this out in a PDF format and take it to Service NSW or Maritime head office in Rozelle to pay the government fees and obtain your official boat licence.
Sign up for our Boat Licence Course today and start your next adventure!
Our course is tailored to your needs, so whether you're a complete novice or an experienced boater looking to refresh your skills, we can help.
Course investment: $1,342 inc GST, 2 people max.
Don't settle for a boring classroom experience when you can learn while enjoying the stunning scenery of Sydney Harbour.
Book in today and let’s get this journey underway!
Rating
Boat wise offers an excellent experience which encompasses both hands on learning as well as theory learning. Most definitely recommend for everyone.
I highly recommend Boat wise, I shopped around on who I can get to teach my son his boating license, and I’m so glad i went with boat wise my son understood and now can drive a boat they took the time and went through the whole process and made it’s so easy, very happy and satisfied with my decision.
Tristan is a great teacher and skipper. Was very patient out on the water and helped refine our skills. Taught us a bunch of new tricks as well as what to consider in order to improve our seamanship. Would highly recommend!
So easy to work with and very helpful in learning the correct way with great staff
Incredible training from Tristian and Boatwise. Now have more confidence with the boat and also an understanding of how to deal with different weather conditions. Tristian provided calm clear guidance and support throughout the process.
A+!! Definitely highly recommend. Tristian, has made us feel more confident in handling our boat. He has given my hubby and I great pointers to handle our boat well and safe. Thank you!
My son and I had great day! They really told us a lot! Highly recommended 👍
Friendly yet held us accountable to ensure we had the hands on skills and confidence. Did this course with my son to learn together. Highly recommended!
I have had 5 boating lessons with Tristian in 2024 @ Akuna Bay. There is a lot to learn about boating and safety.Tristian downloaded this information where it was understandable and practical.I feel much more confident behind the wheel now. thanks again !
Highly recommend Tristan and Boatwise to get your boat training! The booking process was super smooth, Tristian communicated with us multiple times before the course to ensure we were prepared well. Dave, our instructor for the day, was incredibly professional and friendly. He was a wealth of information and a highly skilled boarder. We were out on a very cold and windy September Sunday, Dave made sure that we learnt our basic boat skills in that choppy water in an amazing way. We did this training as a family - 2 adults and our 13 year old. There were 2 others with us doing the course. Everyone had a go (sometimes multiple times) to make sure we had learnt that particular skill (parking, mooring, anchoring, etc) and despite the horrid weather, we had a boat load of fun 😁. Thanks a tonne, Dave! Tristian followed up the next day on how we go about getting our boat license. 👍🏼 Tristian and Dave both mentioned that they'd be willing to help out with boat questions in the future, a huge thank you for the lovely service! In all, we are very glad we went with Boatwise. There are a lot of choices out there, you will absolutely NOT go wrong with Boatwise!
