About Us

Australian Boating College Sydney

We’re a local Aussie business run and owned by Adam Smith, who has been part of the ABC family since 2007.

If you’re looking for a NSW Boat Licence or Boat & PWC/Jetski Licences, ABC Sydney can get them done for you in a quick and professional manner.

Here are some key facts about ABC Sydney:

Successfully delivered training courses for over 50,000 students since 2004

That’s 2,500 students a year!

Boast an incredibly high student pass rate on the day of the course

No additional fees for further attempts!

Industry leading maritime education

Our training presentation and on-water section can’t be beat!

Expert trainers share over 100 years of boating experience

Each are passionate about passing on their skills!

Exceptional service and flexibility to get the best result for every student

We work together to help you out!

Registered Training Organisation (RTO), we deliver nationally recognised training and qualifications

We’re endorsed by the Australian Government!

Transport For NSW-Maritime Approved Training Provider (ATP) for all Boat & PWC Licence Training

TfNSW-Maritime trusts us to do your practical boating experience!

Three modern vessels, checked and inspected quarterly and outfitted with full safety equipment

There are too many students for just one!

5-Star Service and Ratings

How We Work

At the Australian Boating College in Sydney, we are serious about our service!

Whether you’re a first-time boater with no boating skill, or you have concerns about being back in a classroom years after graduation, ABC Sydney will always provide a top-notch experience, tailored for every individual.

We’ve delivered training for amputees, people with learning disabilities, young children, and some very brave eighty-year-olds.

Quality is at the forefront of all our training, and we absolutely want your Licence course to be so good, that you make it our next five-star review!

If you have any questions, get in touch on our Contact page.

Sergey Kozlov

06:39 16 Feb 25

Great place to get your boating license started. Great and helpful instructors, hands on boating in a good boat, very clear and informative theory, all topped up with some good humor. Highly recommend. And I am off to Service NSW for my license

L S

05:45 02 Feb 25

Sent my children to do the boating course. They said the course was great and informative, highly recommended and told me I should leave a 5star review

Stuart Anderson

05:37 02 Feb 25

I completed the NSW Boat Licence program today and it was invaluable in helping me fully understand all the requirements for safe boating The practical part of the course was amazing and really helped build my skills. The instructor Phil was a true expert and answered and discussed all aspects in simple practical language that helped cement the requirements in my knowledge. I give this experience 10/10!

Georgie Blackwell

04:55 24 Jan 25

Great day with ABC getting my boat and PWC licence all in a day. The practical component was a lot of fun and great a confidence building while also preparing us for the knowledge in the afternoon. It was a big day but worth it. Thank you to the whole team!

Carl Khraiche

07:44 20 Jan 25

Just finished and had an amazing experience with ABC Boating. The course was incredibly well-structured and informative, combining practical experience on the boat with navigation training, all in one day. I was able to complete both my PWC and boat licences, which was super convenient. The price is very reasonable, especially considering the focus on safety and the expert knowledge shared throughout the session. After the practical, we went through the theory in a straightforward and easy to follow manner, ensuring we fully understood the content. Big shoutout to the team at ABC Boating for their professionalism and dedication. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to get their licences or improve their boating skills. Fantastic job. Thank you Todd and Adam

Richiee lotoilaione

03:53 20 Jan 25

Awesome experience. Instructors adam and Steve were Great 👍

Ali

09:14 19 Jan 25

The practical part of the course was a great learning experience and fun with Steve. The theory part was efficient and effective. Steve and Adam are highly knowledgeable and helpful with a friendly and professional manner. Thank you

Logan Cooney

08:46 16 Jan 25

Steve & Todd great instructors, they show amazing enthusiasm to your learning and have a want for you to pass

Mohammed Ma

04:32 16 Jan 25

The best boating course ever 👌🏼

Kathleen O'Hara

09:06 13 Jan 25

My 14 year old daughter and I did the course today and Todd and Phil were excellent. We had Todd for the practical part and he was great at teaching us how the boat works and safety on the harbour. He pointed out things we should now and emphasised things that are always on the test to help us pass. The theory part of the day also helped to reinforce the knowledge we had learnt all to help us pass the test which we both did. Thank you! I would definitely recommend ABC Boating, they were great and made it a fun day!

Jarrod Davis

04:13 09 Jan 25

Only way to get your boat license

Joan Liu

10:13 06 Jan 25

Learned a lot also had fun, especially thankful to both coatches paid extra patience and support to English as 2nd language learner. Recommend to all.

Ruth Stringer

10:44 05 Jan 25

What a fantastic course! A jam packed day of learning started with the practical experience exercises which I was very nervous about. Adam was really clear and encouraging and gave me the confidence to complete the assigned tasks. The classroom segment conducted by Todd was thorough and really reinforced the critical concepts. Very pleased to have passed with full marks - I don’t think I could have achieved this without the very structured training provided. Thanks to both Adam and Todd for an excellent day and for helping with other boat related queries.

Gamal Mark

03:44 05 Jan 25

Very good service

Harry Forsythe

09:55 30 Dec 24

Great practical and theoretical instruction today in Sydney from Adam & Todd, resulting in a first-attempt 100% score in the test. What more could one ask for?

Sam Gooderick

05:49 23 Dec 24

Great course thank you to Todd and Adam.

Linh Vien Thai

08:45 09 Dec 24

Great experience on the water with a highly skilled instructor. Classroom lecture and test preparation was highly effective. Got my boat and PWC license very fast. Great price and highly recommended.

David McCrostie

05:18 09 Dec 24

I took my 14 year old son for a day of practical and theoretical instruction and finally the exam for his boat and PWC licence last Saturday. The weather was not fantastic but the instructors were! My son enjoyed the practical part a lot and tolerated the theory; he is very nervous around exams but the team at ABC put him to ease and he passed both! We scurried off to the RMS and he now has his paper license and eagerly awaiting the real one in the post as soon as possible. Adam, Justin and the team at ABC were outstanding - they put the entire class of older adults, younger adults, teens and 12 year olds at ease with the content and what to expect in the exam - almost everyone I saw there passed. With the standard of the instruction and a bit of pre-reading this course is fantastic - the absolute added bonus is that there are no additional log book hours required. Do it!

nash gibbling

01:30 29 Nov 24

Pretty good got my license in a day good course

Gursimranjit singh

08:32 28 Nov 24

Outstanding Training Experience – The Best Boat Trainers!I can’t say enough about the exceptional training I received from these boat trainers. From the moment I began my lessons, it was clear that they were not only highly knowledgeable but also deeply passionate about what they do. They made every aspect of boating easy to understand, breaking down even the most complex concepts into clear, manageable steps.Their patience and attention to detail ensured that I always felt confident and well-prepared at every stage of the learning process. They took the time to explain everything thoroughly, making sure I understood the reasoning behind each maneuver and safety procedure. Their teaching style is both practical and thorough, and I always felt supported, no matter how many questions I asked.What truly sets them apart is their ability to make learning enjoyable. They fostered a positive and relaxed atmosphere, which made all the difference in keeping me motivated and engaged. Their expertise, professionalism, and genuine enthusiasm for boating made the entire experience memorable and fun.I am now more confident on the water, thanks to their top-tier training. If you are looking for the best boat trainers, I highly recommend them—they are the best people to learn from!

alisha raval

23:41 22 Nov 24

Adam and the team were fantastic it was a great day. Adam was kind enough to come out and teach us on our boat. I highly recommend their services.

Curt

01:42 19 Nov 24

Did my boat license and jet ski course. Was very informative and enjoyable. My teacher Todd had good energy and was a pleasure to learn from 🙌

Antony Vatner

23:12 18 Nov 24

As a boat person of 30 years I found the course amazingly helpful.I forgot to renew my licence so had to start all over again.The course went at a good pace for all and made the day interesting and fun. The instructors were great and absolutely supportive to all. We had 15 year olds and 40 year olds in same class and it worked.This course is exactly what you need for safe boating on sydney harbour or elsewhere.I think it should be mandatory every 5 years for anyone who has a vessel.

Jenny Newman

01:19 17 Nov 24

Very thorough and helpful, I will enjoy my safe boating adventures!

Ahmad Nabilssi

11:03 15 Nov 24

I cannot recommend ABC enough for their professionalism and genuine care for your success in the course. The team goes above and beyond to ensure you have the support and resources needed to excel. Truly a fantastic experience.

Adrian Tate

04:35 15 Nov 24

Exceptional course, it's easy to follow and understand. The tips they gave made the test much easier

Natalia Gubareva

02:14 15 Nov 24

The instructor was very firendly and thorough! It was a lovely day to spend on a water and learn. I felt much more confident in passing the boating test and taking the boat on the water.

Marcus Gould

01:05 15 Nov 24

Really well organised, starting early at Tunks Park boat ramp. Our boat was super clean, our instructor was really experienced, good fun and explained everything so it was easy to understand. I can highly recommend ABC if you are ready to take your boating & PWC licence course.

Chris James

04:26 13 Nov 24

Made learning fun. Super useful and practical. Thank you!

David Maxwell

21:56 12 Nov 24

Was a great day out and would definitely recommend to anyone that wants to enjoy boating and understand the rules of the water. Thank you!

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Meet the ABC Sydney Team

We’re a small crew aboard the ABC Sydney ship, and have a handful of the highest quality trainers to help you get your Boat or Jet Ski Licence with the minimum of fuss.

Feel free to ask us questions during your training – if it’s boat related, we probably know about it!

Adam Smith

Owner Operator

Over 40 years of boating experience

Participated in Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

Competitively raced Superyachts in Europe

Captain of the ABC Sydney crew

John Naughton

Senior Instructor

Over 42 years of boating experience

Lifelong fisher with 120kg Marlin catch

Enjoys teaching students boating safety

Also teaches commercial boating at TAFE

Steve Ellis

Senior Instructor

Over 32 years of boating experience

Enjoys open water diving and marine life

Delivers tutoring on many vessel types

Australia-wide boating travels

Phil Dunn

Instructor

Over 46 years of boating experience

Previously trained lifeguards on inshore rescue

Loves sharing water safety tips with students

Also enjoys boating for recreation

Justin Robinson

Digital Strategist

Video and photo editing, graphic design

Content creation for the ABC Sydney business

Digital marketing, analysis and strategy

Also answers the phone!

Our RTO

Australian Boating College Sydney Pty.Ltd. ABN: 51 121 862 048 is an authorised Nominated Representative of ABC Licence Training Pty.Ltd. ABN: 43 080 057 923 and RTO Number: 3399 and is approved by NSW Maritime to provide practical boat training and/or knowledge testing for the NSW general boat driving licence and PWC driving licence.