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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 is the Private Licence Course for?
Want to get your Boating or Jetski Licence with friends or family, but don’t want to join our standard courses open to the public?
We offer Private Courses that offer great flexibility and total privacy for you and your group, ensuring no distractions get between you and the course.
All the training content is the same as our standard Public Boat Licence Course, but with more focus on you!
Get your Private Boat or Jetski Course in just 4 easy steps!
1
Practical Boating
Experience

- No need for a logbook – do your prac in 1 go!
- On-water sessions all around Sydney
- 3 comfortable & modern vessels
2
Classroom
Session

- Fantastic training by expert boaties
- Frequently updated presentation
- Demonstrations, videos, and more
3
Official Boating
Knowledge Test

- Sit the Boat Test with ABC in the afternoon
- If you don’t pass, come back another day
- No additional cost for test attempts
4
Get your NSW
Boat Licence

- Get fully qualified and pass the course
- Lodge form at Service NSW & pay the fee
- Get your Boat Licence, go boating!
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Private Licence Courses with ABC
What’s included in a Private Course?
We include all the training and assessment that we do in our standard full-day Boat Licence Course or if you’re looking for the Jet Ski Licence as well, our Boat & PWC Licence Course.
The only difference is that we guarantee your group size will only be as large as you want, and you’ll have exclusive attention of our trainer for the entire course!
Where can I run my Private Course?
Often we run the on-water practical section from a nearby boat ramp or wharf, then move to our partner venue to complete the theory training & test.
You can browse our course locations and find a venue close to you, as we can easily check availability and arrange a room.

When can I run my Course?
The easiest days to organise a private course are midweek on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Friday.
We are able to run private courses on weekends or other days, however these are subject to trainer availability as they are normally busy days at ABC Sydney.
You can most easily lock in a date if you get in early.
How many students can do the course?
For private courses we offer our full-day Boat Licence Course with optional PWC/Jet Ski Licence.
We can run a course for as little as one person (for the ultimate solo learning experience), or you can have a whole group of only your friends with no distractions.
The minimum cost for a private course is charged for 4 students and can be seen in the Frequently Asked Questions at the bottom of the page, with additional students at an extra charge.
How do I book my Private Course?
Just use the red button below or give us a call!
Let us know how many students you’d like to attend, where you’d like your course, and a date – we’ll get in touch and sort you out!
Private Licence Courses
as easy as A, B, C!
Frequently Asked Questions
Private NSW Boat Licence Course – $495 pp
Minimum Cost $1980
Private Boat Jetski Licence Course – $595 pp
Minimum Cost $2380
Private courses are charged at a mimum of 4 students, with additional students at an extra charge.
Licence processing fees are charged separately, and can be seen on the NSW Government fees page.
Can I run the course out of my home?
Unfortunately due to the training agreement in NSW (that applies to all providers), we are unable to run courses from locations or venues that are not pre-approved by them.
This is a lengthy process that involves submission of floorplans, fire escapes, max occupancy, and more.
Please consider our standard venues, as we have great coverage around Sydney and are sure to have a location near to you.
Is there a minimum amount of people required?
You are welcome to have 1-4 people attend – but courses are charged at a minimum of 4 as detailed above.
We have run courses for just one person before and are happy to do this for you!
Boat Licence Training Information
Please find all information regarding the NSW Boat Licence Training on the Boat page
Jetski Licence Training Information
Please find all information regarding the combined NSW Jetski Licence Training on the Jetski page