Boat Licence
Get your Queensland Recreational Marine Licence and enjoy the freedom of boating.
- 1 Day Course
- All Equipment Provided
- Online Theory Included
From$295View Dates
Get Confident. Get On The Water.
We'll give you the training you need to succeed with unlimited practice attempts on the day.
Get Licensed.One price, everything included. No extra online course fees.
No experience needed
20,000+
Successful Students
Figure reported by Australian Boating College
3 Sunshine Coast Locations
Caloundra, Maroochydore & Noosa
Beginner Friendly
Patient trainers and support every step
Sheltered Training Water
Learn on protected local water
Backed by ABC Boating
Part of the Australian Boating College network
Australian Boating College says it has trained more than 20,000 students over 20 years. Its BoatSafe-approved boat and jet ski licence courses are delivered under RTO #3399.
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One day, a lifetime of adventures.
Jet Ski Licence
Learn to ride safely and legally with our PWC (Jet Ski) licence course.
- 1 Day Course
- All Equipment Provided
- Online Theory Included
From$275View Dates
Boat & Jet Ski Combo
Cover both the Boat and Jet Ski licence courses in a single day.
- 1 Day Course
- All Equipment Provided
- Online Theory Included
From$499View Dates
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5-Star Rated on Google
From happy boaties across the Sunshine Coast
“Amazing service. Instructor was super thorough and explained everything easily. Course structure is great. Highly recommended”
Jason Bowring
“Would highly recommend. Darryn took the time and explained everything really well.”
Sarah Dadd
“Excellent day. Felt confident once finished.”
Julie Paris
The local choice
Why Choose Us?
- Local, experienced trainers
- Modern boats and jet skis
- Small class sizes
- Easy online booking
- Nationally accredited and BoatSafe approved
- Support before, during and after your course
From Caloundra to Noosa
Servicing the Whole Sunshine Coast
We run boat and jet ski licence courses for students right across the Sunshine Coast and beyond, from Caloundra, Maroochydore, Noosa Heads, Buderim, Mooloolaba, Coolum Beach, Kawana Waters, Nambour, Pelican Waters, Bli Bli, Tewantin and Caboolture. Find your suburb and the nearest training base.
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Our Courses Explained
Queensland Boat Licence
Our one-day BoatSafe course gives you the Queensland Recreational Marine Licence you need for almost any powered boat. You complete the theory online beforehand, then spend a hands-on day on sheltered local water learning navigation, safety and right of way. Pass on the day and the licence is yours for life.
Learn moreJet Ski (PWC) Licence
Riding a jet ski legally in Queensland needs a personal watercraft licence. Our PWC course covers safe speed, no-wash zones and confident handling on sheltered Sunshine Coast water, with all equipment provided. It is beginner-friendly and finished in a single day.
Learn moreBoat & Jet Ski Combo
Want both licences? The combo covers your boat and jet ski licences together in one day, in one course instead of two. It is our most popular choice for families and anyone who wants the freedom of both on the water.
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Boat & Jet Ski Licence FAQs
The questions Sunshine Coast locals ask before they book.
Do I need a licence to drive a boat in Queensland?
Usually. In Queensland you need a recreational marine licence to operate a boat with an engine of more than 4.5 kilowatts (around 6 horsepower), which covers almost every powered boat. You can operate without one if a person with a valid marine licence is supervising you on board. Our one-day BoatSafe course covers what you need, and the licence is yours for life once you have it.
Do I need a separate licence for a jet ski?
Yes. A jet ski is a personal watercraft, so it needs its own PWC licence. It also builds on the boat licence: to sit the jet ski course on its own you must already hold a current recreational boat licence. If you do not have one, our Boat and Jet Ski Combo covers both together in a single day, which is why it is the usual choice for first-timers.
How long is the course?
One day on the water. You complete the online theory beforehand, then spend a hands-on day on sheltered Sunshine Coast water at Caloundra, Maroochydore or Noosa. You sit the assessment the same day, and once you pass you leave with the BoatSafe certificate you need to apply for a Queensland licence. If you need more time on the water to feel competent, we would rather you took it.
How old do I need to be to get a licence?
You must be at least 16 to hold a recreational marine or PWC licence in Queensland. Younger riders and skippers can still operate a powered boat if someone with a valid marine licence is supervising them on board. Sixteenth birthdays are a popular time to book, so it is worth getting the course done early.
Do you provide the boat and all the equipment?
Yes. You do not need your own boat, jet ski or gear. We provide the vessels, lifejackets and all training equipment, plus the launch sites and sheltered water at all three locations. Just bring photo ID, sun protection and clothes you do not mind getting a little wet, and we take care of the rest.
Which location should I choose: Caloundra, Maroochydore or Noosa?
Pick whichever is most convenient, since the course and the qualification are identical at all three. Caloundra trains on the sheltered Pumicestone Passage, Maroochydore on the sheltered Maroochy River, and Noosa on the Noosa River. You can view dates for every location on our Course Dates page and book the one that suits you.
Can I get my boat and jet ski licence on the same day?
Yes. Our Boat and Jet Ski Combo covers both the recreational marine licence and the PWC licence in one day on the Sunshine Coast. It is the most popular choice for families, since you only give up one day and it is booked as one course rather than two.
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Choose your course, pick a date, and we'll get you licensed at Caloundra, Maroochydore or Noosa.
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