
Customised Boat Driving Lessons
Advanced Training
We Travel To You
Adv. Skills
Trailering
In Sydney
Done in just 3 hours!
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Quality Boating Lessons You Can Trust
Our training courses are highly rated by hundreds of satisfied customers:
I had a fantastic experience with Australian Boating College Sydney while completing my Boat Licence Course at the Royal Motor Yacht Club in Newport. The setting in the courtyard was great, but what really made the day exceptional was our instructor, Phil.
Phil’s knowledge, patience, and clear way of explaining everything made both the theory and practical components easy to understand. He kept the session engaging and ensured everyone felt confident before moving on to the practical assessment. Out on the water, he was just as professional, providing great guidance while making sure we were comfortable and safe.
If you’re looking to get your boat licence, I highly recommend ABC Sydney—especially with Phil as your instructor!
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!
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.
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!
Book some Custom Boat Driving Lessons to learn these topics!
1
Launch &
Retrieve a
Trailered Vessel

- 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

- 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

- 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

- 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.

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.

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
as easy as A, B, C!
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.