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In partnership with The Boat Shop Asia, unlock the thrill of piloting your own vessel with these all-inclusive courses, designed to equip you with the confidence and skills to navigate the open seas with ease.

Beginner programmes

Powered Pleasure Craft Driving License (PPCDL) Course

This license is required for driving a motor/ engine powered or jet-propelled pleasure craft (with SZ or SZH license prefixes) that are less than 24metres in length within Singapore port limits. Participants are to attend a 2.5-day theory and practical course held at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, and pass the theory and practical test conducted by SMA Singapore Polytechnic in order to obtain the license from Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA).

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

At least ages 16 and above
Physically fit
No colour blindness
No physical handicap

COURSE SYLLABUS

Theory

Basic Nautical Terms
Anchoring
Emergency Procedures
Charts and Chartwork
Tides and Tidal Streams
Navigation Aids
Collision Regulations
Pleasure Craft Regulations and Post Marine Circulars and Notices
Pleasure Craft Equipment
Prominent Marks

Practical

Safety and Equipment Checks
Berthing, Docking and Man Overboard
Practical Questions

COURSE INFORMATION

This course consists of a 2-day theory lesson and a 0.5-day practical lesson, both of which will be conducted at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove. Trainees are required to attend both theory and practical lesson to obtain the Certificate of Attendance. This certificate is required prior to booking the theory and practical test with Singapore Maritime Academy (SMA). A minimum of 5 trainees are required for the course to commence. The course is also available in Malay and Chinese upon request.

Step 1: When registering for the course, choose your preferred theory lesson dates from the available course schedule.
Step 2: After completing the 2-day theory lesson, choose your preferred practical lesson date from the available course schedule.
Step 3: Receive the Certificate of Attendance once you have completed both theory and practical lessons.
Step 4: With the Certificate of Attendance, go to a certified medical practioner to complete the eyesight medical report.
Step 5: Once you have received the eyesight medical report, book your theory test here. The test will be conducted at Singapore Polytechnic and will take roughly 60-minutes.
Step 6: After passing your theory test, book your practical test here. The practical test will be conducted by Singapore Martime Academy at Singapore Polytechnic’s marina, and will take roughly 120-minutes.

Please note that you are required to bring the following documents for the tests:

Identification document (NRIC or Passport)
Certificate of Attendance
Eyesight Medical Report (form)
Theory Test Result Slip*

*Applicable for Practical Test only.

LESSON SCHEDULE

Theory Lesson

MONTH	DATES	TIME
November 2025	1 and 2 15 and 16 22 and 23	9am – 5pm Inclusive of 1-hour lunch break (self-expense)
December 2025	6 and 7 13 and 14
January 2026	10 and 11 24 and 25
February 2026	7 and 8 28 and 1 March
March 2026	14 and 15 28 and 29
April 2026	11 and 12 18 and 19
May 2026	9 and 10 23 and 24
June 2026	6 and 7 20 and 21
July 2026	4 and 5 18 and 19
August 2026	15 and 16 29 and 30
September 2026	12 and 13 26 and 27
October 2026	10 and 11 24 and 25
November 2026	14 and 15 21 and 22
December 2026	5 and 6 19 and 20

It is recommended to bring a notebook, laptop or iPad and a pen for note-taking.

Practical Lesson

DATE: Wednesday or Sunday
TIME: 9am – 3.30pm
The duration will depend on the total number of trainees, with the latest finish time being 3.30pm.
DRESS CODE: Comfortable wear, slippers are not permitted

FEES

For Theory and Practical Course Fees

$306 (Member), $382 (Member’s guest and Non-Member)
Exclusively for Members: enjoy 15% off the Members’ price during your birthday month. Apply promo code at checkout. The promo code can be found on your birthday voucher, which will be sent to you via email on your birthday month.

Course fees stated are nett and payable to The Boat Shop Asia. Complimentary access to Sentosa Island is provided for participants driving in.

Test Fees

Theory: $20 (Singaporean/ Permanent Resident), $40 (Foreigner)
Practical: $100 (Singaporean/ Permanent Resident), $150 (Foreigner)

Test fees stated are subject to prevailing goods and services tax. For more information about the test, click here.

Medical Fees

Varies. Please consult with your preferred general practitioner.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Course fees are to be made directly to The Boat Shop Asia (TBSA).
Member’s birthday discount is non-transferrable.
A confirmation email will be sent by TBSA three days before course commencement once the course dates have been confirmed. Should your preferred course dates be cancelled, we seek your kind understanding to participate in the next available course dates.
There will be no refund for no-show, cancellation, change of course dates requested by the trainee, except for cancellation and changes made by TBSA.
The course will only commence with a minimum of 5 trainees and the maximum class size is 10.
ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove and TBSA will not be liable for any damage, injury, or loss of life during the conduct of course, or while the trainee is on the premises.

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PDPA

By submitting the form, I agree that my personal data may be collected, used and disclosed by ONE°15 Marina Club for the purposes of the registration and provision of your services and activities requested by me and for purposes set out in ONE°15 Marina Club’s Privacy Policy which is found on the Club’s website: https://one15marina.com/privacy-policy/. I further agree that my photograph(s) may be taken and used by ONE°15 Marina Club for marketing purposes and ONE°15 Marina Club reserves all rights to the photograph(s).

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By submitting this form, I acknowledge that participation is at my own risk. I release and hold ONE°15 harmless from any claims, injuries or losses, except where liability cannot be excluded by law.

Beginner programmes

Practical Refresher Course

Gearing up for the Singapore Maritime Academy PPCDL practical test and still feeling a little jittery? This course offers a personalised 1-on-1 lesson, with certified instructors from The Boat Shop Asia (TBSA), to help you perfect your boat handling skills and ensure you are test ready.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

Attended a PPCDL course

COURSE SYLLABUS

Safety and Equipment Checks
Berthing, Docking and Man Overboard
Practical Questions

COURSE SCHEDULE

DATE: Mondays – Sundays

TIME: Any 2 hours between 7am – 7pm
Subjected to instructor’s availability.

FEES

Practical Refresher Course Fees

$262 (Member), $328 (Member’s guest and Non-Member)

Course fees stated are nett and payable to The Boat Shop Asia. Complimentary access to Sentosa Island is provided for participants driving in.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Course fees are to be made directly to The Boat Shop Asia (TBSA).
There will be no refund for no-show, cancellation, change of course dates requested by the trainee, except for cancellation and changes made by TBSA.
ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove and TBSA will not be liable for any damage, injury, or loss of life during the conduct of course, or while the trainee is on the premises.

Email Salutation Enquiry

Salutation

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Membership No.

Non-members are not required to fill in this field.

Interested Course

Enquiry

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PDPA

By submitting the form, I agree that my personal data may be collected, used and disclosed by ONE°15 Marina Club for the purposes of the registration and provision of your services and activities requested by me and for purposes set out in ONE°15 Marina Club’s Privacy Policy which is found on the Club’s website: https://one15marina.com/privacy-policy/. I further agree that my photograph(s) may be taken and used by ONE°15 Marina Club for marketing purposes and ONE°15 Marina Club reserves all rights to the photograph(s).

PDPA (copy)

By submitting this form, I acknowledge that participation is at my own risk. I release and hold ONE°15 harmless from any claims, injuries or losses, except where liability cannot be excluded by law.

All Skill Levels programmes

Basic Competency Course

This course is a pre-requisite for bareboat chartering with TBSA. Enhance your boat handling competency and seamanship skills with this course that equips you with the skills, confidence and hands-on experience to drive a boat confidently on your own.

ENTRY REQUIREMENT

At least ages 22 and above
Has obtained PPCDL

COURSE SYLLABUS

Safety and Equipment Checks
Berthing, Docking and Man Overboard
Practical Questions

COURSE SCHEDULE

DATE: Saturdays – Sundays
TIMES: 9am – 1pm or 2pm – 6pm

A minimum of 4 participants is required for the course to commence. TBSA will notify you of the outcome by the Wednesday of your preferred week.

FEES

$295 (Member), $327 (Member’s guest, Non-Member)

Re-assessment

Required for those who had not chartered for one year and above.

$98 (Member), $109 (Member’s guest, Non-Member)

Prices stated are nett and payable to The Boat Shop Asia.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Course fees are to be made directly to The Boat Shop Asia (TBSA).
There will be no refund for no-show, cancellation, change of course dates requested by the trainee, except for cancellation and changes made by TBSA.
The course will only commence with a minimum of 4 trainees and the maximum class size is 5.
ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove and TBSA will not be liable for any damage, injury, or loss of life during the conduct of course, or while the trainee is on the premises.

Course Salutation Name

Salutation

First Name

Last Name

Phone

Membership No.

Non-members are not required to fill in this field.

Interested Course

Enquiry

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PDPA

By submitting the form, I agree that my personal data may be collected, used and disclosed by ONE°15 Marina Club for the purposes of the registration and provision of your services and activities requested by me and for purposes set out in ONE°15 Marina Club’s Privacy Policy which is found on the Club’s website: https://one15marina.com/privacy-policy/. I further agree that my photograph(s) may be taken and used by ONE°15 Marina Club for marketing purposes and ONE°15 Marina Club reserves all rights to the photograph(s).

PDPA (copy)

By submitting this form, I acknowledge that participation is at my own risk. I release and hold ONE°15 harmless from any claims, injuries or losses, except where liability cannot be excluded by law.

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