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Customised Boat Driving Lessons

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Our training courses are highly rated by hundreds of satisfied customers:

We’re 5-Star Rated!

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 🙌

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.

01:19 17 Nov 24

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

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.

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.

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.

04:26 13 Nov 24

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

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!

Renato Oliveira

13:33 12 Nov 24

Had a great experience with those guys!learned everything easly with their tips!I would recommend!

05:57 12 Nov 24

Great course, good instructors and came away with more than I thought. Well recommmended

Magellan Padilla

05:53 12 Nov 24

Adam, thank you. You are an amazing instructor. Would highly recommend you to any of my friends. Keep it up ABC team.

05:15 12 Nov 24

Very happy with Steve and his professional service that he provided to usThe first time driving a boat I couldn't have asked for a better experience steve was absolutely amazing and professional at his work enjoyed and learned everything from that day big thanks to Steve again and I highly recommend this company to anyone that is looking to get their boat license

Matt Vandenbergh

04:17 12 Nov 24

What great training - The staff were all so friendly, accommodating and knowledgably - They taught in a way that was clear and easy to understand and made everything so manageable - I Could not recommend these courses high enough Great value - money well spend I would say.

04:08 12 Nov 24

Completed boat and PWC course last weekend. Very impressed with ABC. They were professional and keenly focused on helping student to learn and be safe. Very happy to recommend them.

Anthony Neilson

07:35 09 Nov 24

Great one day course for both boat and PwC. The course is entertaining and educational at same time. They teach you everything you need to know and you do the test and get all your paperwork to take to services nsw . Highly recommend

03:05 09 Nov 24

Excellent course and trainer. Very practical and informative. Highly recommended.

07:39 28 Oct 24

I did my boat and PWC training with them nearly 10 years ago and yesterday my son got both his licenses, the guys are professional and caring, I was initially referred to them and I’ll definitely keep sending business.Keep up the great job!

04:32 26 Oct 24

Great experience and awesome fun instructors. Enjoyed learning with these guys

06:11 15 Oct 24

Great experience and learning curve.Everything was very straightforward and explained in detail.I loved the training boat.Thank you

05:42 11 Oct 24

Fantastic course and instructor! Couldn’t fault any aspect of the Boat Licence course, from the practical on water session to the detailed theory session. Natalie did a fantastic job. Best training I have experienced!

05:20 29 Sep 24

Can’t recommend highly enough. So informative and helpful passing the exam, but more importantly giving confidence in understanding boating rules and regulations.

08:03 12 Sep 24

Absolutely amazing, simply explains everything and anything you ask! Goes through everything thoroughly and makes sure you understand everything.

07:19 12 Sep 24

Very good and friendly

00:19 08 Sep 24

I am writing to express my sincere appreciation and admiration for the outstanding performance of the coach in today's General Boating Course. In particular, I believe the coach named Steven (if I heard it correctly) did an exceptional job.During the on-board practice, Steven effectively broke the ice and enlivened the atmosphere. He managed to be humorous and engaging while still covering all the training contents. I must admit that these two hours were extremely enjoyable.In the subsequent courses and tests, Steven demonstrated a high degree of professionalism and patience. His expertise and calm demeanor made the learning process smooth and effective.I am truly impressed by Steven's abilities and dedication. His efforts have made this boating course a memorable and valuable experience.Thank you once again for having such an excellent coach on your team.

06:08 28 Aug 24

Amazing experience! Our instructor Paul was thorough, patient and he really took the time to make sure everyone learnt what was required every step of the way. One of the nicest blokes you'll ever meet.Awesome Job ABC

05:08 26 Aug 24

Really good place to do your boat training, the teacher was so clear and helpful.100% recommend this place.

08:08 25 Aug 24

Highly recommend going with ABC boating for any boat/PWC training/licenses. Very thorough, professional, patient and our instructor Paul adapted to everyone’s skill level and needs whilst making learning fun, enjoyable and making the learning process easy and simple.

Andrew Fitzgerald

10:02 18 Aug 24

I did the general boat license course with ABC today, John our instructor was fantastic, very patient and continuously offered guidance throughout the day to make sure everybody understood the ins & outs. He offered up more information than you need to just pass the course and in doing so, makes sure you start out with a decent amount of skills & understanding of the water to make your first outings on a boat safe and enjoyable. 10/10, will recommend ABC to anyone looking to get their license. Thanks again John & ABC Sydney!

Salwa Benmaarouf

02:02 11 Aug 24

As a first-time boat driver, I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Paul was absolutely amazing, he took the time to explain everything clearly and shared extra valuable insights beyond the standard guidebook. A big thank you to the entire team for making the booking process so smooth and efficient. I highly recommend these guys for anyone looking to get their boat licence!

Who are the Customised Boat Driving Lessons for?

Have a Licence and a Boat, but not sure where to start?

You can book some time with our Pro Instructors who will lend you their expertise and years of boating knowledge and get you ship-shape in no time!

The Customised Boat Driving Lessons are flexible and are personalised to your requirements to ensure you feel comfortable out on the water.

Just a single three hour session is plenty of time to feel confident with a new vessel, where we’ll show you how to do it on your own Boat.

Our team makes Boat Driving Lessons easy and fun!

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Book some Custom Boat Driving Lessons to learn these topics!

1

Launch &
Retrieve a
Trailered Vessel

A car with a boat on a trailer, about to do some Customised Boat Driving Lessons

Drive, tow, and park a trailer-mounted boat
Reverse down a slippery boat ramp
Get the boat off your trailer safely
Return your boat without damage
Rinse off your trailer and boat after use

2

Marina Berths,
Boat Pens,
& Moorings

An overhead/aerial view of a boat leaving a marina berth during the Customised Boat Driving Lessons

Leave a marina berth or pen cleanly
Learn how wind affects a boat in motion
Use fenders & ropes, or even bow thrusters
Attach your boat to a swing mooring buoy
Refuel your vessel at fuel docks and wharves

3

Essential
Boating
Skills

Driving a Boat on the Parramatta River during the Customised Boat Driving Lessons

Navigate Sydney’s busy waterways
Embed your anchor firmly with no drift
Beach your boat in an emergency situation
Tour waterside spots such as Fish Markets
Maintain and upkeep your powerboat

4

Advanced
Boat
Handling

Advanced Night Driving can be a part of the Customised Boat Driving Lessons

Night navigation after dark using the plotter
Travel beyond the Sydney Harbour Heads
Fish offshore in the open seas
Safely cross coastal bars in NSW
Calculate the rate of fuel consumption

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Custom Boating Lessons with ABC

What happens in the Boat Lessons?

Once you’ve got your NSW Boating Licence there may be specific skills that you’d like to work on, covering topics from trailer handling to mechanical maintenance.

Private lessons are flexible and are customised to meet your requirements to ensure you feel comfortable out on the water.

Do you help with my type of vessel?

We can offer our training on all types of vessels!

Whether you’ve got a 2m/7ft Mini Tinny or a 15m/50ft Cruiser, we’ll be able to show you the ropes.

Boat Maintenance and washup can be covered during the Customised Boat Driving Lessons

Where do you do the boating lessons?

We can travel all over the Sydney area, and our trainers have experience in all the major waterways.

To begin the lessons we’ll typically meet you at the boat ramp, marina wharf, or mooring tender pickup point.

Alternatively, if you’d like to use an ABC vessel we can travel to any convenient waterway around Sydney to help you with your training needs, so long as there’s a good ramp nearby (find a boat ramp here).

When do you book in the lessons?

The easiest days to organise personalised boating lessons are midweek on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday.

We are able to do your lessons on weekends or other days, however these are subject to trainer availability.

You can most easily lock in a date if you get in early!

How many students can join the lessons?

Most often there is only one student in the boat driving lesson.

However, we can have more along as observers or to participate.

Please note that this will increase the duration of the lesson, so we suggest only two people participating in the lesson to ensure best outcomes.

Learn how to use an anchor during the Customised Boat Driving Lessons

How do I book my boating lessons?

Just use the enquiry button below to get in touch, and let us know what you’d like to get out of your lesson.

We’ll get back to you during business hours and get you sorted!

Custom Boat Driving Lessons
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Frequently Asked Questions

On Your Boat

3hr Base Rate: $595

Additional Hours $180ea

On ABC Vessel

3hr Base Rate: $1255

Additional Hours $235ea

Boat Lessons normally do not incur a travel cost when meeting at most locations within Sydney, however longer travel times (or travel by instructor to return to starting point) may incur additional charges.

Please contact us using the red button above with more information about your requirements.