Bretagne Big Tides
Level 2
Bönigen

Hightide Kayak School | Planning 2: Tides & Charts

Date

3 August 2025

Duration

1 Day - 9:15am – 4:15pm

Price

CHF 190

Ratio

1:8

Coach

Dave

Course dates

On Request
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Course description

As the second part of the British Canoeing certificate in coastal navigation and tidal planning, this course focuses on using nautical charts, the background of how tides work and the interpretation of the various sources of tidal information in order to create a useable overview of the day to paddle in tidal water.

Often people feel overwhelmed by the complexity of tidal planning but our aim is to give you a simple framework to work with, and to really highlight the essential elements in order for you to feel comfortable planning your journey on the Sea and have an overview...

Directions to Bönigen

Am Quai 1, 3806, Bönigen, Bern, CH

- Walk from the railway station “Interlaken Ost” to the ships
- Turn right, follow the lakeside path
- Walk past the campsite and cross the Lütschine river
- Pass Jetboat and BLS ship dock. You will find us around the corner by the Hotel Oberländerhof.

Meet The Team

Dave Storey Staff Seekajak 1400x800 1

Dave Storey

Managing Director Operations |
Head Coach
Jolien Gekiere Staff Seekajak 1400x800 1

Jolien Gekiere

Guide & Coach |
Advanced Sea Kayak Leader |
J&S Touring & Whitewater Leader

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Coaching Philosophy

At Hightide, we believe in coaching the individual. Our courses start from where you are and guide you toward your...

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