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.
RatingGreat morning out with Andrew doing the ‘discover rock climbing’ half day. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to give rock climbing a go.
Took my 10yr old daughter for her first dive and so glad we took the plunge with Goodtime and Lydia. Lydia was extremely caring, patient, clearly a pro, and fun!
Everything was amazing! A super nice atmosphere and an equally incredible team ! thanks for everything Chris!
I had breakfast here, absolutely fantastic vegan selection. It was so incredibly delicious, nutritious, and fresh. Right on the beach. I definitely want to come back and try the vegan main courses. Highly recommended <3
Ana was an amazing dive instructor! I got recommended Good time dives by a mate and it was awesome. This dive company has small ratios. I got lucky and had a private dive. It has been a while since I dived so doing a refresher and a fun day hit the spot.will be back cheers team.
Andrew is an awesome instructor. Had a really great time with him, learnt a lot climbing skills and got some cool pics
