NSW Group Boat Licence Course – MTS
Get your NSW Boat Licence in one day
Join our NSW Group Boat Licence Course for accredited training on Sydney Harbour with Maritime Training School.
NSW Group Boat Licence Course – MTS
with Maritime Training School
$420.00
(incl. GST)
Vessel: Boat and classroom provided by MTS
Students: 12
Location: Mosman - 3rd Sea Scout Hall
Runtime: 5-6 hours (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Dates: Weekly
Our group boat licence course is designed to be engaging, practical, and confidence-building. Experienced instructors guide you through both theory and real-world training, ensuring you leave with the skills to operate a boat safely and independently.
Unlike traditional courses, we believe in learning by doing. Get hands-on experience on Sydney Harbour and gain the confidence you need to navigate the water!
With our hands-on approach, you’ll put your knowledge into practice on the water—building real skills, not just passing a test.
Getting your boat licence is easy
Complete theory in our classroom environment, pass the exam, fill out your log book, then receive your licence!
How it works:
1. Book your date
Choose a suitable location, and session date via MTS and secure your spot through our booking calendar.
2. Learn and Pass the theory exam (50 mulitple questions).
learn in our engaging classroom, then sit the exam with our expert tutor right there with you.
3. Register for your NSW Boat Licence and Obtain your Log Book
Fill out the form, and obtain your practical log book from us or from any TfNSW office.
4. Get Trained and Receive your Boat Licence
Go on 3 separate boat trips with an experienced skipper of more than 3 years experience who will coach and train you and who will complete the log book Take your completed log book with your application form that we provided you in class to a RMS or Service NSW to get your licence
Course FAQS
Questions?
Do I have to pass an exam?
This course is practically assessed— there is no written exam required. Your instructor will evaluate your skills in real time as you train on the water. We have a 99.9% pass rate.
When do I receive my licence?
Once you successfully complete the course, you’ll receive your electronic certificate via email.
You will then need to print this out in a PDF format and take it to Service NSW or Maritime head office in Rozelle to pay the government fees and obtain your official boat licence.
You will then need to print this out in a PDF format and take it to Service NSW or Maritime head office in Rozelle to pay the government fees and obtain your official boat licence.
What knowledge and skills will I learn?
Safety and Preparation
Life jackets, communication, and crew positioning for safe boating
High-Speed Handling
Manage trim, stability, and wave conditions for a smoother ride
Low-Speed Handling
Manoeuvre in tight spaces, control drift, and handle wind & tide
Rules of the Water
Understand right-of-way, navigation signs, and how to manage busy waterways
Boating Skills
Anchor like a pro, berth confidently, and secure your vessel with proper mooring techniques
Emergency Situations
Respond quickly to distress calls, recover a person overboard, and use a marine radio effectively
Personal Equipment
Know what to wear, the importance of safety gear, and how to prepare for any trip
Parts of the Boat
Learn key terminology and understand how your vessel operates
Types of Craft
Get to know different hull types, engines, and fuel systems
Basic Weather and Tides
Read forecasts, understand sea conditions, and plan trips safely
Buoyage and Collision Regulations
Navigate confidently while following international boating rules
Onboard Safety and Legal Responsibilities
Understand everything required to skipper safely and legally
Sydney's best group boat licence course - get licensed easily
with Maritime Training School.
Courses availabale every week!