Learn to Fly Fish Classes

Learn to fly fish with our professional guides to target trout on the freestone rivers of East Tennessee. Our classes are designed to minimize the learning curve, providing hands-on instruction in a small-group setting for personalized attention to help you fly fish for trout.

Each class lasts approximately 4 hours, starting with 1-2 hours of classroom instruction, including a presentation and materials overview. Then, we head to the river for on the water practice, applying what we've just learned.

With limited class sizes, you'll receive expert guidance to help you build confidence on the water. Book your spot today and start your fly fishing journey!

This is an intro to fly fishing class, designed to provide basic knowledge, hands-on experience, and essential gear to get you started Fly Fishing for trout in East Tennessee. This class will be held at either Hellbender Outfitters in downtown Elizabethton or Doe River Landing in Roan Mountain.

What You'll Learn

Fly Fishing Gear Basics: Overview of essential gear, including how to set up your rod, knots you'll need to tie, reel, line.

Styles: Learn the different types of fly fishing and which situations to use them (Dry Fly, Nymphing, Euro Nymphing, Streamer.)

Choosing Flies: Learn about fly selection and how to match flies to different fishing environments and seasons.

Reading Water: Gain skills in reading water patterns to identify prime fishing spots.

Technique: Learn how to properly cast, mend and most importantly fight/land fish!

Ethical Fishing Practices: Understand sustainable and respectful fishing techniques to preserve the ecosystem.

Class Details:

Guidance: Instruction from three Hellbender Certified Fly Fishing Guides.

Materials Provided: Includes a FREE complimentary pack of hand-tied flies, tippet, leaders,

PLUS: All participants are entered to win a free guided fly fishing trip for 2 with one of our quides.

(Rods, Reels, Waders, Nets and Packs are NOT provided. We encorage each participant to use their own gear to learn and understand how it operates)

Structure: 4-hour session with 1-2 hours of classroom instruction followed by 1-2 hours of on-the-water practice.

Participants: Limited to 15 participants for a focused and personalized learning experience.