Learn to Launch, Navigate & Dock Your Boat Like a Pro!

4.9/5 star reviews
Thousands of happy customers worldwide
Anxious and flustered at the boat ramp, holding up the queue.
Unsure how to read changing weather or tide conditions.
Difficulty docking without bumps and scrapes.
Confusion over what safety gear is legally required.
Fear of handling emergencies like engine failure.
Launch and retrieve your boat smoothly every time.
Read forecasts and plan safe, enjoyable trips.
Dock flawlessly using our step-by-step approach.
Carry only the gear you need—no more, no less.
Know exactly what to do in any on-water emergency.

Discover the must-have safety equipment, navigation aids, and how to set up your vessel correctly.

Master throttle, steering, trim and low-speed handling for smooth, confident control.

Learn the give-way rules, navigation marks and lights with simple animations.

Interpret forecasts and plan safe trips using tides, winds and local hazards.

Apply our "Rule of 5" checklist for stress-free ramp operations.

Discover fool-proof approaches for single-handed docking in wind and current.

" I was terrified of the ramp. After one weekend with these lessons I launched solo without a hitch. Absolute game-changer! "


" The weather and navigation modules saved our family holiday. I finally understand what all those markers mean. "


" Passed my licence but still felt clueless until I found this course. Now friends call me to take them fishing! "


Boat & Safety Gear Essentials
Discover the must-have safety equipment, navigation aids, and how to set up your vessel correctly.

Basic Seamanship & Controls
Master throttle, steering, trim and low-speed handling for smooth, confident control.

Rules of the Road
Learn the give-way rules, navigation marks and lights with simple animations.

Planning & Weather
Interpret forecasts and plan safe trips using tides, winds and local hazards.

Launching & Retrieving
Apply our "Rule of 5" checklist for stress-free ramp operations.

Docking & Berthing
Discover fool-proof approaches for single-handed docking in wind and current.

Emergency Procedures
Understand man-overboard, engine failure and radio distress calls.

Trip-Ready Checklist & Maintenance
Keep your vessel reliable with our simple pre-departure and post-trip routines.

4.9/5 star reviews
Sharpen your on-water skills with concise, step-by-step video tutorials that keep you safe, calm, and in control.

Immediate access to stream over 25 bite-sized video lessons.
Exclusive links to recommended boating gear with members-only discounts.
Access to a private Australian Boaters community for Q&A and meet-ups.
All future lesson updates and new modules at no extra cost.
Today Just

"Best purchase ever!"
" The weather and navigation modules saved our family holiday. I finally understand what all those markers mean. "
Certified AMSA Master V commercial skipper.
Skippered more than 500 coastal rescue missions.
Successfully trained over 1,200 recreational skippers.
Featured boating safety presenter on ABC Television.
Developer of a government-endorsed boating safety curriculum.
Founder of Australia’s largest online boating community.

We want you to find value in our trainings! We offer full refunds within 30 days. With all of our valuable video training, we are confident you WILL love it!

Yes! We break down the give-way rules, markers and lights with simple animations so you’ll never be confused on the water.
Absolutely. The course assumes zero practical experience and walks you through every skill you’ll need before and after you buy your first boat.
Licence courses teach regulations; we teach the hands-on skills, tricks and confidence that only come from years on the water—condensed into easy lessons you can watch anytime.
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