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.
RatingI was at Goodtime for the last week of march 2026, as I know Lukas already from my time on Koh Phangan. First day he was busy, so I was diving with Edu, who was a nice guy guided me nice and slow as I like it. The next day´s I was diving with Lukas and it was as expected. He´s a really good instructor and guide, I really can reccomend him, his professionalism is absolutly great. We had some very nice cavern and wreck dives.
A very pleasant and child-friendly atmosphere. You can easily spend the whole day there. The beach is very good for Koh Tau.
I completed my Open Water Certification with Goodtime Adventures and had an amazing experience from start to finish. I especially want to thank Ana, who was incredibly patient, calm, and professional throughout the entire course. She took the time to guide me through each skill step by step, explaining everything clearly and thoroughly. Her supportive approach really reassured me and helped build my confidence in the water. At all times, I felt completely safe and well looked after, which made such a difference to my overall experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor - highly recommend!
A fantastic dive center with excellent organization. Our group of five did the Basic Dive and were accompanied by two very friendly and competent instructors, Lydia and Ana.
An absolutely fantastic experience with Goodtime Adventures Scuba Diving. A super friendly team, professional service, and a relaxed atmosphere. You feel safe and well looked after at all times. I can highly recommend them. Ask for Lydia or Ana as instructors when you arrive, and with a bit of luck, you might even get Mike, who can accompany you as a photographer with high-end equipment and capture your dive in incredibly beautiful pictures—all in all, 5 stars!
The introduction to the diving course was excellent; my nervousness disappeared immediately. Lydia, as the diving instructor, is very competent. I had a lot of fun. Great job, and I would definitely do another dive at this diving school anytime.
