Watchmaking courses for enthusiasts
A training path dedicated to collectors, enthusiasts and watch owners who want to better understand the operation, maintenance and real needs of their watches.
The aim of the seminar is to develop greater technical awareness, overcome widespread false myths and encourage a clearer, more balanced relationship between those who use watches and those who work on them professionally.


DURATION AND ORGANIZATION
- Frequency: one Saturday morning per month
- Duration: 4 hours
- Format: Workshop
- Participants: minimum 3, maximum 6
- Cost: EUR 200.00 with advance payment
COURSE PROGRAM
First part – Dialogue and direct discussion
Interactive session with the watchmaker, during which participants can ask questions and explore fundamental topics such as:
- watch operation
- ordinary and extraordinary maintenance
- correct everyday use
- common mistakes to avoid
- long-term preservation and care
At the end of the session, additional time will be dedicated to open discussion between the watchmaker and participants.
A mid-course break with refreshments offered by Ancré is included.
Second part – Practical bench experience.
Each participant will receive a Swiss automatic mechanical movement to work on directly, guided step by step by the watchmaker.
During the practical sessions, participants will cover the main stages of:
- Technical observation of the movement
- Guided disassembly
- Analysis of the main components
- Assisted reassembly
A certificate of attendance will be issued at the end of the seminar.
COURSES DATES
The 2026 Enthusiast Courses will take place on the following dates:
- 16 May 2026
- 13 June 2026
- 11 July 2026
- 19 September 2026 • SOLD OUT
PAYMENT METHODS
Advance payment by bank transfer.
Alternatively, payment in instalments is available through:


Net of fees.
All information and payment details will be provided privately.
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