Whether you want to go fishing on the beautiful Noosa river, cruise the canals or head out to the ocean, Noosa offers the perfect environment to get out and about on your boat or jetski. However, you need a licence first to do it and that’s where we come in!
Are you looking for a place to do a boat or jetski licence near Noosa? then you have come to the right place. Licence to Boat are a specialist Boat and jetski licensing company, and we are located just down the road in Maroochydore on the Sunshine coast.
Licence to Boat courses are run on the Maroochy River, offering a safe, fun and practical training environment. The commencement point for our courses is in Driftwood Restaurant and Bar at Rivershore Resort Big 4 Resort, its just 1 min from the Bradman Ave, Sunshine Coast Motorway turn off, making it easily accessible from Noosa.
There is parking available at the resort and refreshments are available from the onsite cafe/restaurant.
In Queensland you must have a recreational marine drivers licence to drive a recreational boat with a motor greater than 6HP. Licence to Boat has developed a simply two step system to gain this.
Step 1: Consists of our online theory training package, Queensland’s first and best Boatsafe approved online training package. This is a fantastic course, and whether you are a beginner or a seasoned boatie there is something in it for you. 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.
Step 2: The second step is the practical part of your RMDL (recreational marine drivers licence). The practical course can be completed in 2-3 hours. So instead of spending your whole day sitting in a stuffy classroom, our online theory course allows more time for the practical on water experience. Practical courses are conducted on the beautiful Maroochy River, Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Once you have completed your online theory course, it’s time to book your practical assessment. There are a Maximum of 3 people on any course (larger group bookings are available) offering you a more personal and friendly experience. We are here to help and guide you to become a safe boatie.
Licence to Boat uses a 5.8m Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). “LTB One” provides a safe, comfortable and quiet boat on which to learn, its also fun to drive. Its no wonder that Police, Lifesavers and Navy all use Ribs, they are safe and practical vessels.
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 how to handle it like a pro! You will learn how to bring the vessel alongside a jetty, pick up a mooring, anchoring, conduct a “person over board” scenario and learn to manoeuvre the boat competently and confidently.
It’s as easy as that!
Once competent we will issue you with a statement of competency. This must be presented to Transport and Main Roads Queensland (TMR) within 6 months, you then pay their fee to receive your licence.
Please note: The statement of competency is not a licence, it must be taken to TMR within 6 months to gain your licence.
Testimonials
Aaron Barton
2020-03-01T09:14:32+0000
Did my boat licence with mike today, was an absolute legend, I would highly recommend!
Kelly Fisher
2020-03-01T07:34:38+0000
Husband and myself both did our boat and jet ski licence today was fab experience. Mike an awesome instructorread more
Jake Towle
2020-02-20T07:25:15+0000
Got my boat and jet ski license with Mike through license to boat and I couldn't be happier with my decision. Not only is he a great guy, he makes it fun and understanding which leaves you feeling ever so comfortable with being on the water in any situation. Thanks again Mike, highly recommend 👍🏽read more
Nikki Fogden-Moore
2020-01-22T09:27:45+0000
Mike is a rockstar instructor, experienced, super efficient and adds fantastic tips along the way. Highly recommend doing your licence with these guys.read more
Tony Bercene
2020-01-10T05:27:42+0000
Completed my RMDL today, Mike was very helpful and informative. Doing some of the theory online at my own pace helped me absorb the information and the equipment used for the practical was easy to use.read more
Graham Elliott
2020-01-03T04:09:01+0000
Just done both Boat & Jetski license today... Mike is very patient and knowledgeable.... Thanks for your guidance....read more
Renae Pardoe-Smith
2019-11-09T20:35:16+0000
Very knowlegable, friendly and a great teacher. Highly recommended. See you on the water 🚤.
Mitch King
2019-10-26T05:35:22+0000
Highly recommend !!! Mike was very easy to understand and a great teacher to learn from. Cheers mate !read more
Herbie Henderson
2019-09-28T22:53:27+0000
Had a great day with Mike and the rest of the students. Very professional with a relaxed friendly environment. Highly recommend 100%. Thanks heaps to Licence to Boat Sunshine Coat.read more
Dannielle Balfour
2019-09-07T10:02:47+0000
Mike was fantastic. Very calm, clear and knowledgeable. He gave lots of handy tips, the course is very affordable and informative. Would defiantly recommend this to anyone looking to do there boat and jetski licence!read more
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Brendan
20:50 09 Jan 21
Mike explained things in common sense terms with the focus on learning how to be good boat operators not just meeting regulations. I learned a lot and also have the resources to refer back to. It was a great day. Recommend Licence to Boatread more
Cameron Hackenberg
16:18 05 Dec 20
I just wanted to say a massive thank you to Mike, absolute legend. Mike not only taught me how to drive/operate a boat, but challenged me and left me walking away with the confidence and knowledge that is required. Wouldn’t send any of my mates anywhere else!read more
KHA Project Management
07:32 18 Sep 20
Had a cracking day with Mike, a highly knowledgeable bloke with a heap of patience and plenty of humour. Did both my boat license and PWC in the one day. Good venue, gear, boats etc and most of all really clear explanations and directions. Thanks Mikeread more
Nay Collins
02:22 08 Sep 20
Mike is a fantastic instructor. He takes you through step by step until your comfortable in doing it yourself. Great experience, highly recommend.read more
Jamie Wright
04:26 20 Aug 20
Bloody legend top service, highly recommend
Disco Devil
21:23 28 May 20
Fast, efficient, thorough and made my personal safety and comfort as a priority. Good gear, good local knowledge, very helpful.read more
Damien Abbey
00:30 10 Apr 20
I recently got my boat licence at Licence to Boat Maroochydore and was very impressed with course, Mike is very good at his job.read more
Glenn Jackson
13:26 06 Mar 20
Excellent way to get your licence. I have had a boat licence for decades and went to get the upgrade to PWC. Although not directly related to PWC, the instructor Mike was really good at communicating in a non offensive way things I can do to correct a number of bad habits I have let creep into my on water approach. I really appreciated the extra effort taken. I highly recommend this business.read more
Diana Heck
01:29 03 Jan 20
Mike is a patient, and detail orientated instructor. I especially appreciated that he respects and understands that some students, like myself, need things explained more than once for comprehension. Thank you for a great morning on the water. Cam and I are looking forward to our time in the tropics. Highly recommend.read more
steven nelson
03:32 30 Dec 19
Great experience and learnt a lot. Thanks Mike and highly recommend.
Ross Fountain
10:33 21 Aug 19
Great place to get your PWCL / RMDL license. Ben and Mike are top class gentlemen who make sure you are 100% competent and comfortable in the water.
Highly Recommend to all looking to gain safe boating knowledge
Thanks gents !!read more
JEANETTE Langmead
07:15 18 Aug 19
I have cust completed the combined boat and pwc licence with Mike from licence to boat and would highly recommend to all wanting to take the next step to get out onto the water. Mike is a thorough, very knowledgeable teacher who has excellent interpersonal skills and made the whole process enjoyable. Excellent setting to boot!! 10 out of 10 Mike !read more
Ryan Fyfe
05:48 17 Aug 19
Just sat my boat and pwc licencing course with Mike from Licence to Boat. Really helpful instructor; works at everyone's pace, makes the 3-4 hours enjoyable. Awesome prices and friendly online training platform too. Definitely recommend.read more
brianna vantilburg
05:45 17 Aug 19
Great course, had heaps of fun too.
Matt Lanham
06:22 20 Apr 19
Just completed my jet ski licence (in the pouring rain!) Awesome experience, highly recommend mike for anyone wanting boat and jet ski licence ??read more
Reuben Wells
00:10 10 Feb 19
I highly recommend License to boat to anyone. I just completed my boat and JetSki license with them, it’s great fun and easy to learn the little things that I wasn’t sure of with their step by step program. Thank youread more
Stephen Gates
12:43 19 Nov 18
Great course. The hassle free online enrolment and instant access to self paced theory is awesome for busy people. Heaps of flexibility also for practical learning and assessment. Learnt so much and Mike makes the learning fun and very relevant. Highly recommended.read more
Elijah Madden
00:56 06 Nov 18
A big Thank you to Mike for his professional and well educated training. Well worth investing your time and money with License To Boat!
A++read more
Fionh Walklate
13:32 27 Oct 18
Absolutely brilliant day out, mike is easy to understand and helps you ever step of the way. Highly recommend!read more
Elizabeth Beck
10:00 26 Oct 18
Did my boat & jetski license combined and found the online content very easy to understand. As for the practical, very professional and fun at the same time. Highly recommend these guys ?read more
Timothy Hogan
07:18 31 Aug 18
easy and fun to use boat , great location and a friendly informative instructor. highly recommended .read more
Lizzy Maynes
18:55 06 Aug 18
Well my experience..... hmmmm EPIC!!!!!!
My instructor MIKE, was professional, informative and respectful. I can tell mike, has a huge passion for making sure his learners understand the importance of water safety while operating a boat or pwc in everyway.
Mike did this in a serious manner but still created an epic atmosphere and vibe where you felt comfortable enough to ask any question to insure you understood all there was to know about your selected course and also have a laugh as well. My experience was TOP SHELF!!!! TOTALLY EPIC!! Yeww?????????????????MIKE YOU ARE A LEGEND!!! CHEERS DUDE!!read more
COURTZ
04:59 30 Jul 18
Done my JetSki and boat licence ?? Great business
Steven Priebe
10:59 20 Jul 18
I'm joining the SLSC program and needed an RMCL and PWC license. Mike was a phenomenal teacher going over both the theory and practical sides of training. Very articulate and easy to understand.read more
Michael Beavis
08:43 07 Jul 18
I have driven friends boats from tinnies to large Rivieras. But i have remained scared. Today I got 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.......and yes, I and the tinnie survived day 1 intact !read more
Smurfen Smoove
07:41 04 Jun 18
Couldn't ask for a better instructor. Mike was great and explained clearly and gave some really good pointers on areas I was a little unsure of. Feels more like a fun day out rather than a test. Greatly recommend using Licence to Boat.read more
Jonathan Colquhoun
06:24 17 Feb 18
Did my Boat and Jetski licence training with Mike this week. Very friendly, knowledgeable and relaxed instructor. Boat and jetski they use are both in great condition and are easy to operate. Five stars, I wouldn't go anywhere else. Thanks for making it a great experience.read more
emily ryall
00:29 21 Jan 18
I highly recommend doing your boat or jetski license here with Mike. Fantastic afternoon, excellent trainer, relaxed, enjoyable and lots of very interesting information to learn. Online course is simple and easy to understand and complete and training venue and river are perfect ? Cheapest and best boat licence course on the Sunshine coast ! Do not go anywhere else!read more
Ron Davis
03:53 13 Jan 18
Completed my boat licence with Mike earlier this week. Couldn’t fault the way Mike ran the course and explained the importance of knowing what you need to know to be safe on the water. I will be recommending Licence to Boat to everyone that asks me where they should go to get their boat/jet ski licence.read more
Stefan Bader
22:03 10 Jan 18
Very professional training and assessment. Mike is a top operator. Online learning platform is very easy to navigate, and the boat provided for the test is an absolute beauty. Good on you 🙂read more
Sofia Zanone
08:37 30 Dec 17
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
Nicole Birett
02:29 17 Dec 17
A great place to get your boat or jetski licence, they have an online portion that works really well, then the practical was at an enjoyable location and with a great trainer. I felt safe and really educated through the whole journey.read more
Hayley Brady
12:41 11 Nov 17
Was alot of fun doing this course, ask for mike.. he made it not boring!! And brought alot of knowledge with him.. Would highly recommend going with licence to boat!!read more
Darren Boettcher
05:08 07 Nov 17
Highly recommend this business. Very informative and knowledgeable instructor. Lots of helpful tips and tricks. I was even fortunate to be the only person there on the day - one on one instruction! Thanks Mike. 🙂read more
Angie M
00:29 11 Oct 17
Thank you so much Mike for your extreme patience & guidance.
You made my boat & jet ski licence experience fun & educational.
I came away learning more than just the text book info.
Really appreciate it.read more
Bud Panesar
01:59 14 Sep 17
Great online and practical course. Very helpful instructor and got me licensed pretty quick. Highly recommend them for the boat course.read more
David Larner
00:18 21 Jul 17
highly recommend giving them a call if you need a boat licence, they got me set up online straight away. had a tech guy to help me out when i hit a snag. and got me in A.S.A.P for my written/boat test. great bloke and great locationread more
Mel Lianne
08:30 14 Apr 17
Did our jet ski licence today, so much fun. Highly recommend the company if you are looking at doing your boat or JetSki licence read more
Lianne Beggan
11:28 31 Oct 16
Had an awesome day completing my boat and Jetski licence today. The instructor, Mike was very helpful and accommodating. He made the course very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is looking to do either or both licences.read more
Dominic Radford
01:20 03 Aug 16
I have just completed my boat & jet ski licence with these guys. I was able to do the theory component online in advance which saved a lot of time. The skipper running the practical component, Mike, really took time to make the session interesting and fun. I would thoroughly recommend this course to anyone who wants to get their licence.read more
Laura Stevens
22:40 02 Apr 16
Informative and fun. Thanks Ben and Mike