COURSES TO SUIT ALL
Loch Lomond Angling
School, caters for both Male and Female clients
whether they are beginners, intermediate or advanced
pupils, starting with children from 8 years of age
all the way through to the retired individual who
now finds time to take up this wonderful sport.
Tuition varies from one-on-one lessons lasting 90
minutes per session locally at Carman Fishery and
the River Leven - to weekend courses, for parties
for both Trout on the lochs at Inverawe and Salmon
on the River Awe on the beautiful West coast of
Scotland, just south of Oban.
Single Session Instruction
This is by far the most popular method of
instruction. The pupil books a 90 minute session
during which they are taught the discipline at a
level they require then go and practice what has
been taught. They can then book further sessions to
build on their new found skills, this allows the
pupil to build up their skills at a pace and cost to
suit their needs.
Group session instruction
This is a more economical method of receiving
instruction. If you can gather a party of friends
(maximum 6 pupils) then a considerable cost saving
per session can be shown. Obviously it helps when
all are at the same level.
Both of the above are carried out at Carman
Reservoir for Single Handed bank or boat fishing
pupils and the River Leven for both Single Handed
and Double Handed river fishing.
Beginners Course
This course is intended
for the beginner which will take the pupil from
novice to basic competence.
» Basic instruction
on fishing tackle and its assembly
» Hazards and safety
» Overhead casting for river
» Overhead casting
for lake
» Retrieval
techniques
» Fishing knots
» Choosing flies
» Choosing fishing tackle
Advanced course
Intended for the pupil
with reasonable competence who wishes to progress to
the next level.
» Refresher on basic
casting techniques
» Identifying and
correcting casting faults
» Advanced casting
techniques and their uses
> Single Haul
> Double Haul
> Steeple Cast
> Single Spey – Left Hand
> Double Spey – Left Hand
> Snake Roll – Left Hand
> Single Spey – Right Hand
> Double Spey – Right Hand
> Snake Roll – Right Hand
> Advanced fishing technique
Casting Clinic
» Identifying and
correcting casting faults
» Advice on choice of
fishing tackle
» Where, when and how
to fish either lake or river
SGAIC and STANIC
This course assesses
and identifies the areas, which require polishing
prior to applying for Level 1 coaching certificates.
As an ‘instructors instructor’ David Bell believes
that it is appropriate that potential candidates
take this course to assist the pupil in achieving
success. The advanced course prepares the pupil for
Level 2 (this is teaching level) and allows them to
apply for the APGAI examination.
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APGAI Certified
STANIC Certified
Edna & Andy Kelly from
Stanstead, who had never fished before, came for a
single session lesson at Carman Fishery on Wednesday
4th January 2006, whilst on a holiday break at Loch
Lomond.
Near to the end of the
2-hour session, a delighted Andy hooked and landed a
beautiful 3lb 8oz rainbow trout. ()
Some Things You Need To
Know
Clothing
Since safety is paramount it is essential that the
pupil wear protective glasses and headgear in case
of accidental contact with the fly hook.
Due to the uncertainty of the Scottish weather all
pupils should bring wet weather gear – (even in
July!!)
Field boots or ‘Wellies’ are a good sensible choice
for footwear even stout shoes or boots – not
trainers!! Obviously when using Double Handed rods
it will be necessary to bring chest waders or at
worst thigh waders to allow you entry into the
river. If wading, a wading staff and floatation
collar would be advisable although this is not
mandatory.
Tackle
It is always better to receive instruction with your
own equipment. However, you are strongly advised not
to buy equipment prior to coming on a course. We
have equipment, which can be provided for your first
few lessons. Advice will be given on what equipment
you will require and where to purchase it.
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