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Refine Your Skills with the BSAC Post Boat Handling Workshop

BSAC Post Boat Handling Workshop

Build confidence and precision at the helm with the BSAC Post Boat Handling Workshop. Designed for graduates of the Boat Handling Course, this 1–2 day program adds real-world experience and hands-on practice toward your Diver Coxswain qualification.

Level

all

Course

Duration

1-2

Days

Cost

฿12,900

Thai Baht

The Learning Experience

This workshop is the next step after your BSAC Boat Handling Course — ideal for students who want more hands-on time at the controls before progressing to the Diver Coxswain Assessment. You’ll spend at least five hours behind the helm, refining your handling, navigation, and safety techniques under real sea conditions.

During your workshop, you’ll:

  • Build on voyage planning and weather awareness
  • Practice launch and recovery procedures
  • Improve accuracy in high- and low-speed turns
  • Hone diver drop-off and pickup maneuvers
  • Strengthen emergency response and man-overboard skills
  • Increase confidence handling different boat types

Taught by BSAC-certified instructors aboard Goodtime’s custom-built speedboat, this workshop helps you reach the proficiency needed for professional-level boat handling and Coxswain certification.

Ready to start your adventure?

What’s included

What to bring

Prerequisites

BSAC Post Boat Handling Workshop

Sharpen your seamanship and get real helm time in Koh Tao. This 1–2 day BSAC workshop builds experience and confidence before your Diver Coxswain Assessment.

All activities start the day after arrival on the island.

฿12,900

Reviews

4.9
Based on 1,782 Reviews
chamy
25 June 2026

I did two dives with Ben, and she was very kind, energetic, and professional. I had a great time and made some wonderful memories. Highly recommended! :)

Kyle Chicano
24 June 2026

Great vibe, awesome staff, even better food

A drink while enjoying the most beautiful sunset on Koh Tao

I went scuba diving for the first time and it was truly incredible! I was so nervous, but Lydia(the best instructor ever) helped me through the entire dive and it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had! Could not recommend more!!

Rémy Desan
22 June 2026

We did the open water training. We enjoyed a lot the place to start (nice restaurant and bar by the beach with amazing sunset) and all the staff was great. Most importantly Ana (our teacher) was very thoughtful, knowledgeable, we felt super safe diving and we had a lot of fun 😁 I absolutely recommend to go there 👌🏼

Conor Ezard
17 June 2026

Such a lovely group of people. Professional, knowledgeable and friendly. Would highly recommended for anyone wanting to dive in Koh Tao. Thank you Liv, Lydia, Julia, Shai and Char

Frequently Asked Questions

It’s a focused 1–2 day workshop that bridges the gap between the BSAC Boat Handling Course and the Diver Coxswain Assessment. You’ll gain extra helm time and refine your seamanship under instructor supervision.

The workshop includes a minimum of five hours behind the helm, plus time assisting as crew. You’ll handle real conditions, perform turns, approach moorings, and run diver operations aboard our speedboat.

While not mandatory, it’s highly recommended if you don’t have regular access to a RIB or small boat. It ensures you meet the five-hour helm experience required for the Coxswain Assessment.

Depending on group size, the course runs 1–2 days. It includes instruction, boat use, certification acknowledgment, and personalized feedback from your BSAC instructor.

Yes. You don’t need a diving certification to participate. The workshop focuses purely on seamanship, navigation, and boat-handling skills useful for divers, instructors, and ocean professionals alike.

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