At Chronoglide, we believe that preserving watchmaking is about more than repairing watches. It is also about sharing knowledge, developing skills and passing on an appreciation for the craft.
That is why we offer training for people with different interests and levels of experience — from watch enthusiasts who simply want to know more, to professionals working with watches.
Learn with Chronoglide
You can learn with us online, from anywhere in the world, or join us at the Chronoglide workshop for hands-on training.
Knowledge Worth Preserving
Whether you want to understand your own watches better, work professionally with watches, or develop practical skills at the bench, it starts with knowledge.
Learn. Understand. Preserve.
E-Learning
Learn at your own pace. Wherever you are.
Our online training brings Chronoglide’s knowledge and experience to you. Explore watches, movements, history, maintenance, authenticity, valuation and more through structured online learning.
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In-House Courses
Come and learn with us at the workshop.
Our in-house courses offer practical, small-group training at Chronoglide. Learn directly from experienced watchmakers and specialists in an environment built around watches and watchmaking.
Yes—your watch can be shipped to your home. Many clients appreciate the convenience of receiving their timepiece directly at their doorstep, and Chronoglide can arrange secure shipment upon request. However, it’s important to understand the responsibilities and risks involved in this process.
Once your watch leaves our workshop, Chronoglide’s responsibility for the shipment ends. From that moment onward, the package is entirely at the owner’s risk. While we always package every watch with exceptional care, the realities of transport—loss, delays, or damage—cannot be fully controlled once the parcel is in the hands of the courier.
If you intend to insure the shipment, most insurance providers require a valid purchase receipt to establish the watch’s value. This can be straightforward for recently purchased watches but much more challenging for vintage or heirloom pieces, where receipts may no longer exist. Without proper documentation, obtaining adequate insurance coverage can be difficult, leaving some level of risk for the owner.
Because of these limitations, shipping a watch—especially a valuable or irreplaceable one—always carries some degree of uncertainty. We encourage owners to carefully consider these factors before choosing home delivery. If you have questions about the shipping process or want advice tailored to your watch, we’re always here to help.
Can I get an invoice of my purchase?Jurriaan Horowitz2025-08-20T08:38:16+02:00
The 5-day watch restoration course is perfectly fine for beginners and advanced watchmakers. The course is designed to each students individual level and the projects that you will be working on, will be targeted to your level. The theoretical part is therefore also designed for individual skill and knowledge levels.
Where should I stay when I visit Chronoglide?chronoglide.nl2025-08-16T23:28:20+02:00
The Chronoglide workshop is situated in the small, but beautiful, typical Dutch, town of Grootschermer. The town itself houses only one restaurant, one watchmaking store, and that’s about it. There is a parking lot right opposite the workshop.
We don’t have any arrangements with hotels and/or bed and breakfasts.
Students often find Airbnb’s in the town of Grootschermer, or its direct surroundings, which makes it easy to commute to and from the workshop, but leaves out a little action after class. Getting to Grootschermer by public transportation from Amsterdam, Alkmaar and Schiphol Airport is possible, but it will take a while as busses are not that regular in Grootschermer.
Another great option is to stay in the town of Alkmaar, a medium sized Dutch Town, with a lovely old city center and plenty of places to stay and eat. A rental car is convenient as the bus from Alkmaar to Grootschermer is not the best of options. Check with hotels on parking options.
Some students have stayed in Amsterdam. The drive is 45 minutes to an hour (without traffic). Amsterdam of course has numerous places to stay and eat.
What do I need to bring to the course I bookedchronoglide.nl2025-08-17T09:53:51+02:00
You can leave all your watchmaking tools and gadgets at home. From the moment you walk into the workshop on the first day of your training, everything is inclusive. You will be given an overcoat, and you will have access to all our tools that you will need during your training.
We rather not have you bring your own tools as this will cause confusion and we have seen tools disappear from the shop.
Of course, coffee, cookies and lunch are included. If you have any dietary restrictions, please email us beforehand.
When does the next training start?chronoglide.nl2025-08-16T23:08:23+02:00
Please take a look at our website under ‘Training to see the upcoming trainings. Please click here to see our current training offerings: https://www.chronoglide.nl/training-2/
