Powerboat Program
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Master the water. Build your skills. Find your next adventure.The Australian Sailing Powerboat Program is your pathway to learning and mastering the skills to safely operate a powerboat. Whether you're getting behind the wheel for the first time or ready to support races and rescues on the water, there's a course to help you take the next step. Powerboating is practical, rewarding and in demand — you'll build essential driving skills and the confidence to handle a boat in a range of conditions. |
No matter where you're starting, there's a place for you in the Powerboat Program.
Your powerboat journey starts here
The Powerboat Program offers a progressive pathway, so you can learn at your own pace and continue developing your skills as your experience grows.
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8 hours |
Why learn powerboating?
Powerboating gives you practical, real-world skills you'll use both on and off the water.
You'll learn to handle a boat with confidence in a range of conditions, read the water and weather, and respond calmly when things don't go to plan. It's hands-on learning that builds independence — and for many, a genuine pathway toward a boat licence.
Powerboating also opens the door to supporting your club, whether that's driving a safety boat for races and rescues, helping run training sessions, or simply being ready to lend a hand on the water. It's a skillset that's always in demand, and one that makes you a valuable part of any club.
Learn with Australian Sailing
Australian Sailing Dinghy courses are delivered by qualified Australian Sailing Dinghy Instructors and Assistant Instructors at accredited Discover Sailing Centres.
Our instructors are trained to create safe, supportive and engaging learning environments, helping participants develop both practical sailing skills and the knowledge to enjoy the sport.
Keep sailing
Completing a course is only the beginning.
Once you've developed your skills, there are plenty of ways to keep sailing — from joining your local sailing club and sailing socially, through to club racing, regattas and further coaching.
Your next adventure starts on the water.