Boat and Jetski licence Course

Licence to Boat

0481 395 360

Need a Boat & Jetski Licence?

Save $50 by doing a Combined Course!

*see prices for details

Doing your Maritime Safety Queensland & Boatsafe approved recreational marine licence courses couldn’t be more convenient than with Licence to Boat. Our simple step-by-step system will guide you through the requirements for your licence quickly and easily. Our online theory course allows you to learn the required information at home (or work!) at your own pace, then you come and spend a few hours with us at Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast to complete your course. We will patiently help you through the practical parts of both courses until you are confident and capable.

Step 1: Completed our specialist online theory course

Step 2: Attend a practical training and assessment session

It really couldn’t be easier.

Simple step-by-step online theory
Practical courses can be completed in just a couple of hours
Small groups (Max 5)
Safe, quiet, exciting Boat and Jetski
Friendly experienced instructors
One on One courses available by request (call 0481395360 for details)
Start a course today have your licence tomorrow!

Click to register for this course.

You will need to complete two steps to obtain a statement of competency for a Queensland RMDL (recreational marine drivers licence) and PWC (personal water craft). First your theory component. Licence to Boat offers the first and best, Queensland Boatsafe approved online training package. You can do the course at home in one session and complete it in an evening, or break it up into smaller sessions over a few days. The training package automatically logs you back in to where you left off in your previous session. Its flexible and easy to use!

Next you book to do the practical part of your course. This can be completed in just a morning or afternoon. Our Online theory means you don’t spend your whole day sitting in a stuffy classroom, allowing us to put more time into practical on water training.

Practical courses are taken on the beautiful Maroochy River, just minutes from Maroochydore town center. We meet at the brand new Rivershore resort, which offers us an excellent training location.

Once you have completed your online theory course at home, at your own pace, it’s time to book your practical assessment. There are a Maximum of 5 people on any course (larger group bookings are available) offering you more personal and friendly experience, remember, we are here to help you become a safe boatie not judge you!

Your first step will be to take the Boatsafe online theory validation test, any questions which arise from that will be explained by your instructor. Then it is straight onto the boat or PWC!

Licence to Boat uses a purpose built 5.8m Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). ‘LTB One” is a very safe, comfortable and quiet boat on which to learn and it’s fun to drive too! Its no wonder that The Police, Lifesavers and The Navy all use RIB’s, they are very safe and practical boats.

The practical training goes like this:

We will give you a briefing of the vessel, safety, launch/retrieval tips and voyage planning.

Then you take the wheel under the guidance of our instructor and learn to handle it like a pro! You will learn how to bring the vessel alongside a jetty, pick up a mooring, conduct a person over board scenario and learn to manoeuvre the boat competently and confidently.

Then its onto the JetSki!

Our instructor will help you identify the different parts of a PWC, explain safety, manoeuvring and voyage planning, and then it is straight onto the water.

You take control and our instructor will guide you through the required elements until you are competent and confident.

Once competent we will issue you with two statements of competency, They must be presented to Transport and Main Roads Queensland (TMR) within 6 months,you then pay their fee to receive your licence.

It’s that easy!

What to Bring:

Photo I.D.
Sunscreen
Swimmers and a towel
Weather appropriate clothing.
Drinking Water

Please note: The statement of competency is not a licence, it must be taken to TMR within 6 months to gain your licence.

Testimonials

Licence to Boat Sunshine Coast

5.0

Toni Lopez

2019-08-06T07:28:04+0000

Mike was an amazing instructor. Patient, calm and clear. Shared clever tips on how to remember all the boating signals, signs and safety. Such an enjoyable day, who thought going for your boat licence could be so much fun!read more

Ben Lopez

2019-08-06T06:15:21+0000

That was a great day. Patient and friendly instructor and fun too!We were worried because of our lack of experience but now feel confident thanks to today.Highly recommended.read more

Matt Lanham

2019-04-20T06:15:45+0000

Just completed my jet ski licence (in the pouring rain!) Mike is very easy going and thorough with the assessment. Highly recommend them for jet ski & boat licencing👍👍read more

Neal Bedingfeld

2019-04-17T09:11:36+0000

Just completed my boat license with my wife and father in law. Mike was very professional with how he conducted the course and gave everyone the time they needed to complete the course. Had a great time would highly recommend, thanks Mike and license to boat.read more

Jordan Clune

2019-04-15T11:03:58+0000

Just completed Boat + Jetski licences the other day and Mike was very helpful, knowledgeable and made our practical test chill, fun & informative which was great! Would definitely recommend Mike at License to boat 😀read more

Natalie Taylor

2019-02-09T22:12:19+0000

Mike is lovely and provides a very relaxed atmosphere. I had a great day with a great group of people. I will be recommending Licence to boat to my friends.read more

Josh Sturme

2019-02-09T09:06:37+0000

Excellent training Mike the instructor is a very knowledgeable easy going bloke highly recommend getting your license through license to boat Thanks ✌🏻read more

Ashley Fowler

2019-01-15T06:57:14+0000

Mike has looked after me with both marine licences & has been helpful, friendly & very informative. Highly recommend.read more

Colin Wiggle

2018-12-24T15:26:47+0000

A very comprehensive course. Both instructors were professional, obviously knowledgeable and very experienced but more importantly both were good blokes who made the day enjoyable. Can’t recommend them enough.read more

Krystian Kozuch

2018-12-12T10:23:10+0000

Very professional, highly recommended

Tim Riches

2018-12-01T06:22:41+0000

Great morning both pwc and boat course, strongly recommend.

Max Ray

2018-10-27T02:33:46+0000

Knowledgeable patient understanding learning from Mike Stevens. Came away with license and a great appreciation of Boatsafe codes. Feel quite confident I can safely enjoy skippering a boat.read more

Daniel Vogelpoel

2018-09-02T05:43:29+0000

Fantastic day. So personal with each person on every level. Quick to identify when your not feeling sure or nervous and has the knack to make you quickly feel comfortable. Very professional and so much fun. Highly recommend for groups.read more

Justin Sehmish

2018-08-27T02:00:25+0000

Highly recommend. If you need to get a boat license on the coast this is the place to go. Affordable and great instructor with vast knowledge and a quality boat. The method for completing the theory is also innovative and student friendly. A great service and very friendly staff. Glad I obtained my boat license here.read more

Tina Broadhurst

2018-08-24T05:14:55+0000

My partner and I completed our boat and jet ski licences. Highly recommend Licence to Boat and Mike who was very patient, full of knowledge, fun whilst still professional. My knowledge was extremely limited before doing the course and now I feel safe and confident enough to get out on the water. Great work 😀read more

Courtney Dickson

2018-07-26T10:38:07+0000

Great business to go through for your boat/jet ski licence � friendly and learnt alot ��

Michael John Beavis

2018-07-05T08:51:36+0000

I have driven friends boats from tinnies to large Rivieras. But i have remained scared. Tomorrow i get to drive my own tinnie for the first time and i have been so nervous for 25 years since i wanted a boat. Of course a morning on the water doesn't beat years of actual experience, but we all have to start somewhere. Mike is seriously engaged in getting everyone on the water with the skills, confidence and knowledge to do it safely. The practical course was very enjoyable. Mike is extremely affable. It was what i learnt from Mike in that morning that has given me the confidence to get out there on my own.read more

Craig White

2018-06-04T07:34:22+0000

I did the jet ski course. Mike was very thorough in his explanation and has a great emphasis on safety while still making it enjoyable. Included a lot of local knowledge and information. Would recommend Licence to Boat to anybody considering either a boat and/or jet ski licence.read more

Darren Cluff

2018-06-02T05:47:15+0000

I completed my boat and ski licence today and I can’t recommend Mike from Licence to Boat enough. He was very informative and professional and explained everything really well . I throughly enjoyed the morning. Thanks Mike.read more

Shane Murphy

2018-06-02T04:09:03+0000

Was a great easy going coarse. Mike was very helpful with few areas I was unsure of and explained everything well. Thanks Mike.read more

Adam Ryder

2018-05-19T03:44:46+0000

Excellent- thanks Mike! Fun and informative, highly recommend.

Ashley Paine

2018-04-07T06:37:56+0000

Finished my boat licence today with Mike, great instructor, very knowledgeable, professional, and had a great time! Thanksread more

Em Ryall

2018-01-20T21:28:13+0000

Completed our boat licence yesterday with Mike and had such a fantastic afternoon!!! � Highly recommend anyone doing this or their jetskil licence here. Excellent boat, venue and river to practice on. The online course was very easy to follow, understand and complete. Mike was great fun, down to earth and very patient while teaching...an excellent trainer!!!! 10/10 �� Thanks...cant wait to get our rig out on the water now ��read more

Ron Davis

2018-01-13T04:07:36+0000

Thanks to Mike and Licence to Boat. I completed my boat licence course earlier this week. Couldn’t be happier with the way Mike helped you understand the importance of knowing what you need to know - it made completing the course easy.I will be recommending Licence to Boat to anyone looking to get their boat/jet ski licence.read more

Bailey Hume

2018-01-05T08:04:20+0000

Sofia Zanone

2017-12-30T08:35:09+0000

Thanks to Mike and his excellent knowledge we passed our boat and JetSki licences today! What a way to end 2017! Yay!!! Beautiful setting from the Rivershore Resort on the Maroochy River! The online theory courses were very visual and easy to follow and the practical out on the water today was fun and step by step! Loved it and have had a dream come true! Can’t wait now to buy the goods!!! Definitely recommend Mike and License to Boat, thanks Sofia and Chrisread more

Neil Chambers

2017-12-27T04:40:42+0000

Did my test two weeks ago. I highly recommend these guys.

Adam Crawley

2017-10-30T06:35:36+0000

Angie Murphy

2017-10-11T00:32:58+0000

Fantastic trainer. Made my boat & jet ski licence fun & educational. Highly recommend Mike.

Alex Innes

2017-09-29T23:53:43+0000

Highly recommend licence to boat! Mike is an absolute legend! He made the course very enjoyable and has a head full of knowledge that he is keen to share. Look forward to getting on the water now!read more

Shane Kipping

2017-09-29T20:35:03+0000

Matthew Matijevic

2017-08-23T05:17:44+0000

Thanks for the training Mike, had a great day out on the water and will recommend the course to all my other mates. Thanks Matt.read more

Ben Wieden

2017-07-31T09:03:08+0000

Thanks mike, was a awesome arvo! Highly recomended to anyone wanting to do their licence. A+

Troy Pattenden

2017-06-23T09:34:59+0000

Excellent day learning the ropes! Mike provided excellent knowledge alongside plenty of time out on the water. It was a stress free and enjoyable experience. Highly recommend these guys! � ��read more

Jess Nelson

2017-06-05T11:09:51+0000

Been meaning to get my boat licence for years, if I new it was going to be this easy I would have done it sooner! Thanks Mike �read more

Stacey Burns

2017-03-14T00:42:20+0000

Janet Newing

2017-03-09T08:02:51+0000

Thanks Mike for our boat/jet ski training and licensing

Robert Craig

2017-02-19T00:57:28+0000

Just finished my boat licence course with Mike. Great service and explains everything you need to know in detail! Thanks again for the great morning Mike! Cheers Robread more

Trevor Long

2017-02-17T02:35:07+0000

Jodie Sempf

2017-02-13T03:04:03+0000

Thanks Mike, had a great morning, and really enjoyed myself. Well worth booking in with these people and taking the time to do your licence. Helpful, friendly and patient. Now to work on the Wives Club for boat licences. I shall send word..read more

Joel Armbruster

2017-02-12T11:23:17+0000

Linden Bailey

2017-01-13T06:26:48+0000

Cheers mate for today awesome job! Recommend these guys 100% worth it �

Stacy Thompson

2017-01-12T00:50:50+0000

Awesome boat experience, top bloke , chilled surrounds. I'm sending the rest of the family to get qualified. Cheers guysread more

Samantha Clayton

2016-11-13T21:17:33+0000

Could not fault our morning out. Mike was knowledgable, kind and just made it a really enjoyable time. Will be recommending licence to boat to all friends and family.read more

Garon John

2016-11-02T05:12:32+0000

Completed my boat and jetski license today with Mike, was a great session learnt alot and couldn't ask for a nicer bloke.read more

Lisa Taylor

2016-10-31T10:39:41+0000

Had a great day out. Mike was friendly, helpful and very informative. He's a great teacher. He even got us coffee! The boat and jet ski was great to drive too. Highly recommend.read more

Melissa Mann

2016-10-31T08:54:39+0000

Great experience and very professional.. we had a group of 4 together and had a few laughs along the way. Good job Mike ! Highly recommend! �read more

Russ Smith

2016-10-30T09:42:52+0000

Awesome afternoon on the water learning for my boat license. Would definitely recommend to everyone I knowread more

Drue Burns

2016-10-27T07:50:37+0000

Completed my boat licence today with mike i have a lot of respect for this bloke. I am hard of hearing and he didn't mind having to speak a bit louder so i could understand him on the water and he didn't get frustrated with repeating himself. I learnt a lot today and highly recommend licence to boat to anyone looking to get a marine licence. Cheersread more

Betty Berrier

2016-10-23T03:17:25+0000

Thanks again Mike. Highly recommend going for your licence with Licence to Boat. Extremely knowledgeable on all facets of boating & the water. Very cheery person to talk to & creates an awesome atmosphere. See you on the water Mike!! �read more

Matthew Dixon

2016-09-03T00:19:19+0000

I had a great time driving around the maroochy river yesterday. The boat we did the licence in was beautiful and the skis were a blast. I learned heaps and the instructor was a top bloke. I would recommend to anyone.read more

Hayley Hansen

2016-09-02T21:21:05+0000

My husband and I did our combination licence. Mike was extremely accommodating working with a tight rnr schedule and allowing us to bring our children. He was extremely patient, knowledgable and friendly. Thanks for making it great day for us ��read more

Sandra Hennessy

2016-08-11T09:18:14+0000

We booked in for combination licences and completed our training with Mike on Wednesday 10 August 2016. Mike is extremely knowledgeable, patient and very professional. Mike's tips and advice were extremely helpful. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking to obtain their licence. Thanks Mike, you're awesome!read more