The Recreational Boat and PWC training is broken into a theory and practical session (as per the Tasmanian Safe Boating Handbook), an assessment of your competence will be made through the observation of a number of manoeuvres performed on the craft and written multi choice exam. For those who have never been on a PWC the course will cover what you need to know to safely enjoy your craft. 

Boat Training is run concurrently with PWC Training, unless specified that the course is Boat only.
Legislation states that to hold a PWC endorsement you are required to hold a current Recreational Boat Licence. You can obtain both licences on the one course.

For individuals aged between 12 and 16 a provisional licence can be obtained. A parent or guardian will need to be present and on the water with participants for the practical session and once you are licenced, as required by legislation. 

Course Requirements

  • Copy of Drivers Licence or equivalent proof of identity (see requirements here)  
  • Jet Ski (PWC Courses Only) Surf Life Saving Tasmania DO NOT provide a Jetski (PWC)
  • Lifejackets/PFD's (participants are required to bring their own)
  • Appropriate Clothing - Wetsuit (individuals will be required to enter the water as part of the PWC assessment)
  • Snacks and drinks (optional)
  • Click the link and read the Tasmanian Safe Boating Handbook (Boat and PWC participants)

Price 

  • All courses:   $160 per person
  • Training course fee does not include licencing, this is paid direct to Service Tasmania following your course

SLST Cancellation and Refund Policy - Please read

Upcoming Course Dates

YOU MUST REGISTER IN THE COURSE AND PAY BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE. 

IF A COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER DATE OR CALL/ EMAIL US AS MORE DATES ARE REGULARLY ADDED DUE TO DEMAND DURING THE SUMMER PERIOD.

Courses may need to be cancelled if minimum numbers required are not met.  If this happens, you will be notified in advance and placed into the next available course, SLST apologises for the inconvenience should this occur.

PWC (+ Boat) Licence Course - Launceston

 Sun 17 November 2024

 10am - 5pm

Cost: $160

 Trevallyn Sea Scout Hall, Tailrace, Launceston Tas 7250  Map

Full

Boat only Licence Course - Wynyard

 Thu 21 November 2024

 2pm - 6pm

Cost: $160

 Wynyard Yacht Club, 2A Old Bass Highway, Wynyard 7325  Map

Full

PWC (+ Boat) Licence Course - Hobart

 Sat 23 November 2024

 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $160

 SLST Office, 100 Mornington Road, Mornington Tas 7018  Map

Register

PWC (+ Boat) Licence Course - Launceston

 Sat 07 December 2024

 2pm - 8pm

Cost: $160

 Trevallyn Sea Scout Hall, Tailrace Park, Trevallyn - Launceston Tas 7250  Map

Register

PWC (+ Boat) Licence Course - Hobart

 Sat 14 December 2024

 9:00am - 4:00 pm

Cost: $160

 SLST Office, 100 Mornington Road, Mornington Tas 7018  Map

Register

Boat only Licence Course - Wynyard

 Fri 20 December 2024

 2pm - 6pm

Cost: $160

 Wynyard Yacht Club, 2A Old Bass Highway, Wynyard 7325  Map

Register

PWC (+ Boat) Licence Course - Launceston

 Sun 12 January 2025

 9am - 3pm

Cost: $160.00

 Trevallyn Sea Scout Hall, Tailrace Park, Trevallyn (Launceston) Tas 7250  Map

Register