Private Boat Training on Your Vessel
Tailored sessions. Real conditions. Confidence that last.
Real Training. Real Confidence. On Your Boat — With Sydney’s Most Trusted Instructors.
Dock smoother. Anchor stronger. Command every swell with calm precision.
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Sydney’s Most Trusted Private Boat Training Service
Tailored Coaching On Your Boat
Master Every System Onboard
Dock Like a Pro — Even in Tough Conditions
Real Skills, Not Just Theory
Confidence in Every Condition
Efficient & Focused for Busy Boat Owners
Tailored Training Programs for Confident Command confidence kickstart
The perfect start to your boating journey. Gain confidence handling your boat from day one with expert guidance, practical drills, and stress-free training.
The Confidence Kickstart is designed to replace hesitation with clarity, fast. Whether you’ve just bought your boat or you’ve been getting by with guesswork, this is the hands-on, no-stress session that helps you finally feel in control.
We don’t just teach theory, we train you on your boat, in your conditions, to build real-world skills and habits that stick.
You’ll Walk Away With:
- A clear, repeatable pre-start checklist for your vessel
- Confident use of your throttle, gear, and control systems
- Proper handling of ropes, lines, and fenders — no more guesswork
- Slow-speed maneuvering techniques for tight marina situations
- Safe, confident departures and returns to your berth or mooring
- Practical awareness of wind, current, and boat behaviour
- The foundations of calm, controlled boat handling
- Smart habits that set you up for long-term confidence
You’ll start thinking like a skipper, not just someone “driving the boat.”
Where to From Here?
The Confidence Kickstarter is just that — a powerful beginning. But mastery isn’t a moment. It’s a progression.
Most BoatWise clients continue their journey through our 5- or 10-session tailored training programs, where confidence becomes instinct and control becomes second nature.
These aren’t lessons — they’re transformations. Built through repetition, real-world challenge, and expert guidance on your own vessel.
With our expert guidance, you’ll:
- Develop true muscle memory for docking, anchoring, and tight manoeuvres.
- Handle wind, current, and swell without flinching
- Learn to troubleshoot your systems like a seasoned skipper
- Gain the leadership skills to manage guests and crew with ease
- Feel in control of your vessel — in any condition, with anyone onboard
We’re not just here to show you how.
We’re here to shape you into the skipper others trust.
→ Your boat’s already capable. It’s time for you to match it.
The Confident Skipper Program is designed for boaters who want to stop second-guessing themselves and start skippering with calm authority. Across five fully tailored sessions, you’ll train in real-world conditions — wind, tide, swell, traffic — and build the reflexes and decision-making that experienced skippers rely on.
Whether you’re cruising with the family or heading out solo, this is the difference between “getting by” and taking charge.
What You’ll Master:
- Confident docking in tight spaces, wind, and current
- Slow-speed precision using pivot turns and spring lines
- Anchoring that holds — and how to reset calmly when it doesn’t
- How to handle guests onboard and communicate clearly
- Departure and return routines that reduce stress
- Reading the weather, tide, and boat behaviour with confidence
- Safe solo techniques and emergency readiness
- Real decision-making and control in high-pressure scenarios
This is about becoming the kind of skipper others rely on — calm, capable, and in full control, no matter the conditions.
What’s Included in the Confident Skipper Program
Every Boat Wise program comes with more than just coaching — it’s a full support system, built for real transformation on your vessel.
Personalised Onboard Systems & Pre-Start Checklist (PDF)
Custom-built for your vessel’s layout, controls, and systems. This clear, repeatable routine removes the guesswork and sets the tone for confident, calm departures — every time.
Boat Wise Pro Navigation Reference Sticker (Helm Edition)
A heavy-duty, dash-mounted quick guide featuring:
- Port & starboard nav light configurations
- Cardinal marks & collision rules
- Practical markers and reminders experienced skippers rely on — and new owners wish they had.
The Boat Wise Handbook
A printed or digital reference guide covering everything from ropework to emergency protocols. Designed to reinforce what you’ve learned — and give you clarity when you need it most.
4 Weeks of Direct WhatsApp Support
Training doesn’t stop when the session ends. Stay connected with your instructor for quick answers, clarification, or even a second opinion before a trip.
Essential Safety Equipment Checklist (PDF)
A clean, easy-to-follow guide to what you need on board — and why. Know what to carry, where to stow it, and when to replace it. Ideal for ensuring compliance and upgrading smart.
1 x Co-Skippering Support Session
Use one of your session credits for a live, on-water experience where you take the lead — with your trainer onboard, guiding from the shadows and ready to step in if needed.
Session Recaps & Ongoing Progress Plan
After each session, receive a personalised recap — what worked, what’s next, and how to keep improving between lessons. This is how real mastery is built.
The Harbour Master Program is our most comprehensive, high-touch coaching experience — built for owners who want more than skill.
They want control. Calm. Command.
Whether you’re preparing for coastal passages, managing a premium vessel, or simply ready to master every system onboard — this is your fast track to elite-level confidence on the water.
With 10 private sessions on your own vessel, plus access to our extended suite of support tools and resources, you’ll gain clarity, capability, and a quiet confidence that lasts well beyond the dock.
This isn’t about getting comfortable — it’s about becoming unshakable. Whether you’re cruising with the family or heading out solo, this is the difference between “getting by” and taking charge.
What’s Included?
Everything inside the Confident Skipper Program, plus premium tools and elevated support:
- Boat Wise Premium Waterproof Dry Bag
A durable, stylish companion built for life on (and near) the water. - Safety Equipment Compliance Checklist
Ensure your vessel meets not just regulation — but real-world readiness. - Priority Booking Access
First pick of training dates, reschedules, and ideal weather windows. - Advanced Session Recaps + Skill Drills
Every session includes a detailed review, plus tailored practice drills to keep you sharp between lessons.
Harbour Master Exclusive Benefits
Skippering Support Sessions
Use any session as a live support day — we’ll join you on real outings, helping run the show or simply backing you from the wings as you take charge.
Lifetime WhatsApp + Voice Note Access
Have a question at 6am before a solo trip? Need advice mid-voyage? Your trainer is a voice note away — for life.
Captain’s Vessel Manual (PDF)
A fully customised operating guide for your vessel. From startup sequences — it’s your personal boating playbook.
Tristian’s Trusted Contractor Network
Direct access to our handpicked marine specialists — including electricians, mechanics, detailers, and upgrade pros. Quality service. No guesswork. No wasted time.
Why It Matters
Because boats don’t build confidence.
Training does.
Leadership does.
Backing does.
The Harbour Master Program gives you all three — and the mentorship to match. This is where you stop learning what to do and start becoming the kind of skipper who already knows
Every package includes:
Tristian from Boat Wise is an incredible trainer—professional yet fun and interactive, not to mention a fountain of knowledge. He makes the whole boat-learning experience enjoyable and easy to understand. We are new to boating but he made us felt completely at ease asking questions, and his thorough & hands-on teaching style really helped things click. Thanks to Captain T, our confidence on the water and excitement to boating grow with each session. Couldn’t have asked for a better trainer and we look forward to future sessions 🛥☀️ Thank you Captain T!!
Captain Tristian is the best mentor in boating! He is so well versed on how to navigate the boat, understanding how the boat will move around in the water . Every training day felt like being supported to be able to maneuver the boat and feel the boat. Me and my sis are always excited on our training days, hearts skips a beat to expect the unexpected! I can’t believe the progress we have made with such a short timeframe and looking forward for more! Reverse camera On Captain! As what Captain T always says “ slow is pro ! “
I recently obtained my boat license through BoatWise, and I couldn't be happier with the training. Tristian, our instructor, was truly exemplary – remarkably patient, knowledgeable, and a highly skilled instructor. He made learning complex concepts enjoyable and clear. I now feel prepared and confident to navigate the harbour, and I'm eager to get involved in further developing my boating abilities. BoatWise comes with my highest recommendation!
I want to extend my sincere gratitude to Tristian from Boatwise for an absolutely fantastic experience! Tristian is an exceptional trainer. His vast experience and knowledge made the training process not only incredibly informative but also genuinely enjoyable! I learned so much about safely navigating on Sydney Harbour and now feel completely confident and excited to take my family out on the water. I highly recommend Boatwise to anyone looking at gaining real confidence on the water!
One of the best decisions in our boating journey was using BoatWise for our skipper training. Tristian is an absolute boating maestro and made it easy for my family and I to learn how to skipper. From initial on board safety checks to understanding various conditions whilst on the water, his extensive knowledge will have new boaties on the water in no time.
Great day and Alan was extremely helpful and explanatory about everything needed on the course.
Absolutely thrilled with boat wise. The team are very professional and knowledgeable with the boat licence course. Alan was awesome. He made everything easy to understand. When it came to the practical part of the course, he guided us every step of the way. Highly recommended the boat wise team for anyone interested in obtaining a boat licence
A massive thanks to Boat Wise. Just completed the vessel handling course with Tristian, he was super enthusiastic about teaching each member onboard for ways for us to gain the clearest confidence to pursue the course. Can’t recommend Boat wise more!!! Book any marine course with them, highly recommend. Cheers
Just had an amazing boat handling course with Boat Wise, and I can't recommend them enough! Tristian was our instructor, and he was absolutely fantastic. He's a master at explaining everything clearly, especially all the tricky terminology. Seriously, he made learning so easy and enjoyable.
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