Become a confident skipper with Thailand’s only BSAC Boat Handling and Diver Coxswain training center. Whether you’re a diver, instructor, or ocean enthusiast, our internationally-recognized BSAC courses teach you to safely operate powerboats and dive vessels around the world. At Goodtime Adventures, we combine classroom learning with real hands-on training aboard our custom-built speedboat — giving you the skills, confidence, and control to take the helm in any conditions.
It’s a hands-on two-day course that teaches you how to safely operate small powerboats. You’ll learn launch, recovery, navigation, and diver pickup techniques under BSAC-certified instructors. Learn more about BSAC’s international training standards on the official BSAC website.
No. Anyone over 16 can enroll, whether or not you’re a diver. The course is suitable for dive professionals, boat crew, photographers, or anyone interested in seamanship.
Goodtime Adventures is the only center on Koh Tao offering official BSAC Boat Handling and Diver Coxswain training using a custom-built speedboat instead of converted fishing boats.
After completing the BSAC Boat Handling Course, you’ll be certified to helm powerboats up to 10 meters in coastal waters. The certification is MCA-approved and recognized internationally, equivalent to RYA Powerboat Level 1.
It’s the final step in BSAC’s boat training pathway, assessing your practical and theoretical skills in voyage planning, safety, and emergency procedures. Successful candidates earn the BSAC Diver Coxswain qualification (equivalent to RYA Level 2).
The combined package — Boat Handling, Post-Workshop, and Coxswain Assessment — takes around 4–5 days, depending on group size and conditions.
Courses are available year-round, weather permitting. Spaces are limited to three students per instructor, so advance booking is highly recommended.
RatingLukas, Max, Lydia, Livia, Tom, Andrea and Shai were absolutely amazing. Loved every moment of the trip, they were friendly; helpful and made the experience so so good. Thankyou, I had a very GOODTIME. Highly recommend
Completed my Open water diver course here with Joe and Ryan. Though the whole team was great, really friendly, informative and patient. Joe was fantastic and made me feel really comfortable underwater, can't thank him enough. If I decide to do more advanced programmes it'll probably be with these guys, can't recommend them enough!! ❤️
The Freediving course is awesome, Such an amazing experience! Titou is a very mindful, respectful and funny instructor, we enjoyed every session a lot! Thanks🙏🫶
Thank you so much to Lidia, Zack, and Andreas for such a fantastic diving experience! Your kindness, guidance, and positive energy made the day truly special. We felt comfortable and supported throughout, and our children had a blast! It was a wonderful adventure for the entire family — one we’ll always remember! P.S. Another beer for you guys ! :)
Hugo thanks to Lydia , Zack, and Andreas for an unforgettable day of diving! You were amazing — patient, professional, and so much fun! We felt safe and well taken care of the whole time, and our kids absolutely loved the experience. It was the perfect introduction to scuba diving for the whole family. Highly recommended!
Best food we've eaten on vacation!!!
