Woolwich
Our dedicated Woolwich training room provides a comfortable learning environment close to Sydney Harbour, with practical boating instruction conducted on the surrounding waterways.
Complete the theory and practical with us, then simply sit your exam at Service NSW.
Your Simple Path to a NSW Boat Licence
Theory and practical training are both completed during the course. We work through the essential boating theory together in class, explaining what you need to know before completing the practical component.
After the course, you’ll also receive 30 days’ access to our online theory presentation so you can revise and prepare for your licence knowledge test at Service NSW.
It is a clear, supportive pathway designed to give you the knowledge, practical skills and confidence you need before attending Service NSW.
1. Learn the theory in class — We guide you through the essential boating theory, explain the key concepts and answer your questions.
2. Complete your practical training — Undertake the required on-water practical boating course with Master Boat Licence.
3. Revise after the course — Receive 30 days’ access to our online theory presentation and practice questions.
4. Sit your official test — Book and complete the knowledge test at a Service NSW Centre, then submit your licence application.
Master Boat Licence has helped a large number of students prepare for their NSW boat licence knowledge test. Students who attend the class, review the complete presentation and repeatedly complete the practice questions generally report feeling confident and well prepared when attending Service NSW.
Individual results vary, and no test result or licence outcome can be guaranteed.
Experienced commercial skipper and marine safety trainer.
Experienced maritime training with a strong focus on safety, practical skills and confidence on the water. During the course, we guide you through the essential theory in class and complete the practical boating training on the water. You then receive 30 days’ online theory access for revision before sitting the official knowledge test and lodging your licence application through Service NSW.
Study the theory online at your own pace, then complete practical boating training with an experienced instructor. When both requirements are complete, sit the official knowledge test and lodge your application through Service NSW.
Learn from the industry’s best to develop lifelong safe boating habits. Our team includes veterans and senior maritime trainers with extensive experience in offshore oil and gas vessels. Don't settle for amateur instruction; book with Master Boat Licence to gain professional insights from the experts who keep our waters safe.
Whether you’re a total beginner or an aspiring skipper, we’ll guide you through navigation, collision avoidance, and safety compliance. We only ask that you review the boating handbook via the link above before your session. This ensures we can spend the day refining your skills and filling in the blanks rather than starting from zero.
Where We Train
Practical boat licence training is available from two convenient waterfront locations. Your meeting point and course details will be confirmed when you book.
