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Boat Charters & Water Activities with Adventure Sailing - Brisbane

Boat Charters & Water Activities with Adventure Sailing

Geographeeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

1 day

Fitness Level

No special fitness level required, basic mobility is sufficient

Overview

Learn to skipper a boat with Adventure Sailing’s hands-on course in Australia. Gain confidence and a recognized certificate—perfect for expanding your water adventures!

Sailing
Geographe, Western Australia

Recreational Skipper’s Ticket

Ages 14+ • 1 Day Course • Most thorough recreational skippers ticket course

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About This Adventure

Experience the thrill of driving a 5m Quintrex training boat in a comprehensive one-day course. No prior knowledge is needed, just complete the online pre-learning. With expert instructors, hands-on training, and a Recreational Skippers Ticket certificate upon completion, you'll be ready to navigate any recreational vessel across Australia.

Perfect for everyone wanting to have an professional experience in driving a 5m Quintrex training boat

Duration

1 Day Course (9am to 3pm - 6 Hours)

About

Who should do a recreational skippers ticket?

Enjoy the recreational skippers tickets and earn a recreational boat driver’s licence, from the Department of Transport.

  • Perfect for everyone wanting to have a professional experience in driving a boat.
  • We provide boat, fuel, lifejacket, instructor, test papers and certificate.
  • You will riding in our 5 m Quintrex training boat, which is an easy boat to drive.

Skipper's Ticket Overview

  • This is the most thorough recreational skippers ticket course in the South West, with the most experienced instructors.
  • The course takes 4 to 5 hours and includes: revision of the theory involved in the test, sitting the test, practical training in our boat and finally the practical assessment.
  • The assessment requires you to Pass (80%) a theory test and then display competence in a range of practical tasks.
  • We will prepare you for this assessment and will continue to work with you on theory or practical elements until you are ready to be assessed. If you don’t pass, we’ve not done our job properly.
  • PRIVATE ACCESS TO A CUSTOMISED ONLINE THEORY TRAINING COURSE IS PROVIDED, INCLUDING REVISION AND PRACTICE QUIZZES. IT IS REQUIRED THAT THIS IS COMPLETED BEFORE ARRIVING FOR THE COURSE. (IT WILL TAKE 1.5 TO 2 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE THIS.)

Course Outcome

You will leave us with your Recreational Skippers Ticket certificate and be legally able to drive any recreational vessel Australia wide.

(We can cater for large groups - up to 20 people)

Please meet at 9am at Port Geographe Marina, Adventure Sailing Office, directly behind the main marina office.

Booking

Please book on our website, choose a date (green means available, grey means fully booked) and follow the payment prompts.

If you need more info please email hello@adventuresailing.com.au

Adventure Tips

Pre-book online

Reserve your spot in advance as courses fill quickly during peak seasons.

Arrive early

On the day of your course, arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and meet your instructors.

Wear suitable clothing

Dress comfortably and in layers suitable for water activities, including sunscreen and hat.

Bring a waterproof bag

Keep your essentials dry during hands-on training sessions on the water.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Dolphins
  • Sea eagles

History

The region has a rich maritime history, dating back to early explorers and Indigenous seafarers.

Conservation

Boat traffic is managed to minimize environmental impact, helping preserve local marine ecosystems.

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Recommended Gear

Weather-appropriate clothing

Essential

Wear comfortable clothes suitable for water activities, including sun protection.

Sun protection

Essential

Bring sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to protect against sun exposure.

summer specific

Waterproof footwear

Essential

Wear non-slip shoes suitable for wet decks.

Waterproof bag

Essential

Keep your valuables dry during the hands-on boat training.