Summary
Rare Outdoor RTO with Gold Coast Permits & strong industry reputation. Established outdoor RTO with funding contracts and priced to sell with clear growth upside through enrolments and partnerships.
Potential
Growth is clear and execution-based. Expand Certificate III enrolments under existing funding, scale VETiS school programs, and increase delivery of high-demand skill sets such as surfing, SUP, kayaking and bushwalking. Strategic partnerships with operators and stronger digital marketing can drive consistent enrolments. Additional grants and council funding opportunities provide further upside for a motivated operator.
Lease
No lease in place allowing portability and relocation
Employees
Trainers are in place and admin in place
Reason for Sale
The owner is stepping away after 30+ years in the industry to focus on a major building and development project in Victoria. The RTO has continued operating with limited owner involvement, supported by an experienced team member managing compliance and systems, creating an opportunity for a new owner to step in and actively grow the business.
History
Established in 1994 and registered as an RTO in 2002, this business has over 30 years in outdoor recreation. It pioneered climbing and surf training on the Gold Coast and has delivered nationally recognised qualifications for decades. The business has evolved into a specialist outdoor training provider with strong industry credibility, long-standing relationships and hard-to-obtain permits across key coastal locations.
About the Business
This is a niche, well-established outdoor RTO with strong foundations but underutilised capacity. It has funding pathways, industry credibility and premium training locations already secured. The opportunity is straightforward: increase enrolments, leverage funding contracts and build partnerships. For the right operator, it offers a clear pathway to scale.
This RTO, supported by over 20 years of compliance history and more than 30 years of industry presence, operates with a focused delivery model, providing:
- Certificate II in Outdoor Recreation
- Certificate III in Outdoor Leadership
- Certificate IV in Outdoor Recreation, along with targeted skill sets in surfing, kayaking, stand up paddleboarding and bushwalking.
Training is delivered in real-world environments including Burleigh Heads Beach, Currumbin Creek and Tallebudgera Creek, providing a practical, job-ready training experience.
The business holds valuable government relationships and funding pathways. It operates under a Skills Assure Supplier Agreement and has secured funded delivery programs including Career Start and Career Boost. A Local Skills Solutions contract valued at approximately $240,000 supports delivery of Certificate III qualifications and multiple skill sets.
A key strength is the established infrastructure already in place. The RTO includes a full suite of compliant training and assessment resources developed over many years.
The asset base includes surf, kayak, SUP and climbing equipment with an estimated value of approximately $58,800, along with permits to operate in high-value coastal locations across the southern Gold Coast.
Industry demand remains strong, with a recognised shortage of qualified outdoor instructors. The RTO is well positioned through its practical training model and established industry relationships, which support both student placements and employment outcomes.
Confidentiality Notice: Detailed information about this RTO will be provided to serious buyers upon signing a confidentiality agreement. The RTO name and owner details are withheld to protect the confidentiality of the sale process.
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