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Fly Fishing School

Fly fishing is an activity that can be mastered by nearly anyone but, as those of us who have been doing it a while sometimes forget, getting started can be daunting. The sport comes with it's own vocabulary, its own equipment and its own history. Our Fly Fishing School will not only help you learn to catch fish but also familiarize you with the equipment, vocabulary and other aspects of the sport. If you already fly fish this is a great opportunity to brush up on your skills and learn something new.

In addition to our regular classes we offer seminars from time to time that will help you to learn more about fly fishing and improve your skills. Please check our schedule for any upcoming events.

We also offer hourly casting instruction if you have something specific you would like to work on or don't have the time for one of our schools. Our school options are very flexible and if you need more than a quick brush-up you might actually be better off modifying one of our schools to meet your needs.

If you're interested in attending our Fly Fishing School please give us a call or fill out our contact form to let us know. Look through the options below to see which one best suits your needs.

Orlando Outfitters/Scott Fly Rod Fly Fishing School

• Introduction to Fly Fishing
• Get started fly fishing in a relaxed environment with our private three hour class.
• This is a private class set up on an individual basis with the instructor and will be arranged around your schedule.
• A good, relatively inexpensive option ($100 for one with a discount for two or more) that will teach you the basics and get you well on the way to being a competent fly angler.
• Introduction to Fly Fishing: On-the-Water
• Similar to our Intro school but with most of the class time spent on the water.
• Gives you the opportunity to "get your feet wet" with some on-the-water experience.
• A practical way to get fishing quickly
• If you have a freshwater trip planned and need to get up-to-speed as quickly as possible then this is the ideal option.
• Saltwater Sight Fishing School
• Learn the basics of sight fishing for saltwater gamefish or spend the day working on more advanced techniques with an experienced fishing guide/instructor.
• This is a private class set up with the instructor and will be arranged around your schedule.
• Ideal for the experienced freshwater angler who wants to make the jump to saltwater, for anyone who wants to improve their saltwater sight-fishing skills and for those wanting to prepare for a trip to an exotic saltwater location. If you are new to fly fishing we recommend you get started with one of the the intoductory options.

Introduction to Fly Fishing
Do you have a trip coming up that you need to be ready for or do you just want want to get up to speed quickly? If so then this class might be the right option for you. Classes are held year-round and will be arranged around your schedule.

This class typically starts at Orlando Outfitters discussing equipment selection, flies and basic mechanics. We will then head out behind the shop or to a nearby park with an open field where we will work on casting, presenting the fly, setting the hook and other skills you will need when you head out on the water. If you would like some on-the-water time, please consider the "Introduction to Fly Fishing - On-the-Water."

You will learn about:

• Casting theory and equipment selection
• Fly selection
• Casting
• Presentation techniques
• Locating fish
• Hooking, playing and landing fish
• Careful fish handling and release

• Sunglasses, sunblock and a hat. Because they protect your eyes from potential injury sunglasses are particularly important.
• Sun protective clothing
• Scott Fly Rods in the 5-8wt range will be provided free of charge but if you have a favorite rod/reel please bring it. If you want to use your own equipment please make sure it is properly set up before the class. Give us a call or bring it by if you are unsure.
  

Introduction to Fly Fishing: On-the-Water
Do you like the sound of our Introduction to Fly Fishing but want the benefit of some on-the-water time? If so then this one is an ideal option. The topics covered will be similar to those covered in the regular Introduction to Fly Fishing (see above) but you will also be working on the practical side of skills that can only be covered on the water, such as water hauling, roll casting, line management and presenting your fly to areas likely to hold fish. The additional time you will spend with your instructor means you will be able to go into a little more depth on the topics covered.

This class will go a long way towards quickly turning you into a competent fly angler. If you have time to practice on your own then our standard Intro school is fine. If you would like to move further along more quickly or if you need a crash-course in fly fishing for an upcoming trip then we highly recommend this option.

Typically you will meet your instructor at an Orlando-area lake, where you will spend some time on dry land going over the basics. You will then spend the bulk of your class time on a skiff first working on casting then moving on to presenting the fly and hopefully hooking, playing and landing fish.

You will learn about:

• Casting theory and equipment selection
• Fly selection
• Casting
• Line management
• Dealing with wind
• Presentation techniques
• Locating and stalking fish
• Hooking, playing and landing fish
• Careful fish handling and release

Time and Date: To be set up individually with instructor.
Location: To be set up with instructor
Time: Plan on spending 4-5 hours at the on-the-water location.
Cost: $325 for one student or $375 for two. Includes use of equipment although if you have your own equipment you may want to bring it.
Signing Up: Give us a call, fill out our contact form or come in to see us in order to get signed up.
Class Size: 1-2 students.
What to Bring:

• Sunglasses, sunblock and a hat. Because they protect your eyes from potential injury sunglasses are particularly important.
• Sun protective clothing
• Scott Fly Rods in the 5-7wt range will be provided but if you have a favorite rod/reel please bring it. If you want to use your own equipment please make sure it is properly set up before the class. Give us a call or bring it by if you are unsure.
  

Saltwater Sight Fishing School
Are you already a decent fly angler and want to get more comfortable in saltwater or progress to the next level? Or are you just getting started with a fly rod and have a goal of getting up to speed on saltwater fly fishing as soon as possible? Or are you signed up for a quckly approaching trip to the Bahamas or Belize and want to make sure you get the most out of your trip? Our Saltwater Sight Fishing School is tailored to those who want to master the varied skills and techniques necessary to effectively target shallow water saltwater gamefish. We are fortunate to have the Mosquito Lagoon, home to some of the best shallow water sight fishing in the world, as our classroom.

This school can be completed wholly on the water or can be divided into an in-store class and an on-the-water class. You will want to talk over the options with your instructor.You will start the day discussing equipment selection, flies, the saltwater environment and what to expect when you get to the water. The next step will be to spend some time working on your cast, focusing on skills needed to get the fly where it needs to go quickly and accurately. Then you will move on to techniques for finding, targeting, hooking, playing and landing saltwater gamefish.

You will learn about:

• The saltwater grass flat environment and the gamefish and prey inhabitants
• Locating fish
• Equipment (basic to specialized)
• Fly selection
• Casting - focusing on quick delivery, distance and accuracy
• Presentation techniques
• Hooking, playing and landing fish
• Careful fish handling and release

• Sunglasses, sunblock and a hat. Because they protect your eyes from potential injury sunglasses are particularly important.
• Sun protective clothing and non-marking shoes
• We will provide Scott Fly Rods in the 7-9wt range for your use. If you have a favorite rod and saltwater reel with a decent drag that you'd like to fish with please bring it along. If you want to use your own equipment please make sure it is properly set up before the class. Give us a call or bring it by if you are unsure.
• Any flies you want to try out
• Raincoat and jacket or sweatshirt (in cooler months)
• Camera, if desired
  

Follow Up
If there is anything you need help with after completing our Fly Fishing School please stop by and ask. We are more than happy to answer questions or to go out back and work on any problems you may have with your cast.

If you are new to fishing you will probably find it best to start off in freshwater with some of the easier species such as panfish and bass, to build up your skills and confidence. There are some great freshwater lakes, ponds and streams in the Orlando area, the locations of which we would be happy to share with you.