Licence to Boat
0481 395 360
Doing your Maritime Safety Queensland, and Boatsafe approved RMDL (Boat licence) course, couldn’t be easier than with Licence to Boat. Our simple step-by-step system guides you through the requirements for your licence quickly and easily. We are located on the Maroochy River, Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Step 1: The online theory course walks you through required information for your licence, and you can do it at home, at your own pace (fast or slow!).
Step 2: Mike or Ben (our instructors) will guide you patiently through the practical part of the course until you are confident and capable, this is done on our fantastic boat (see pictures).
It really couldn’t be easier!
- Simple to follow step-by-step online theory.
- Practical can be completed in just a couple of hours.
- Safe, fun and exciting boat.
- Small course sizes, Max 5.
- More time on the water and less in the classroom! (That’s got to be good!)
- Start your course today, have your licence tomorrow!
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 5 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.
To get a Queensland marine licence, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old. (you can complete the course at 15 and a half years old)
- Complete and pass a BoatSafe course or have a recognised and valid interstate or overseas marine licence.
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You must complete the theory element prior to the date of your practical training.