Think about changing water levels
The tide changes the water level over the seabed through the day. On different breaks that can change where waves break, how they approach shore and which access points remain practical. Use a local tide reference and ask how the chosen beach behaves at the expected stage.
Avoid a universal best-tide rule
A general article cannot give a safe go/no-go decision for a specific beach. A sandbar can change, and two nearby spots may respond differently. Ask a qualified local instructor how tide interacts with the forecast and with the kind of session you are planning.
Include the route out
Pay attention to posted access information, rocks, headlands and the return walk. Do not assume a route that was open on arrival will be unchanged later. If your visit includes a coastal walk, choose an established route and check local information before leaving the promenade.
Treat the timetable as one input
A tide table is useful, but it does not describe wind, swell, water quality or your ability. Combine the information and allow the plan to change. A successful day is one whose decisions still make sense when you reach the shore.