Casting Instructors

Softly Creeping, Lightly Dropping, by Louis Rhead.

Below are links to a number of .pdf documents that are of value to anyone considering becoming an FFF Certified Casting Instructor.

This first grouping is a collection of documents put together by, and compliments of, Dan McCrimmon, CBOG. They were collected to be included in a workshop format that Dan put together. They present essential information on learning and teaching skills that all candidates need to be aware of.

Handout 1 - Training Skills - This 6 page document, authored by Jim Watkins, presents a short course on elements necessary to be an effective casting instructor.

Handout 2 - Communications - This document presents Bruce Richard's Six Step Method, which describes an effective way to approach the analysis and cure of casting problems through a structured communicaton technique.

Handout 3 - Adult Learning - A simplistic document describing a few principals of adult learning.

Handout 4 - Styles - Al Kytes concise description of the 3 main style of casting based upon the position of the elbow while casting. One of the seminal documents on fly casting.

Handout 5 - Analyzing the Cast - Steve Rajeffs article on the importance of analyzing 4 main elements of a cast.

Handout 6 - Simplicity - A short simple document about simplicity in teaching by Mel Kreiger.

Handout 7 - Notes on Instructing - A presentation of information and techniques for casting instructors by Denise Maxwell.

In this second grouping are other documents that are also of value to prospective casting instructors.

The Loop - Quaretly Journal of the Federation of Fly Fishers for FFF Certified Casting Instructors.

Observations on Teaching Flycasting - A must read by Mel Kreiger covering some important teaching techniques.

Substance and Style - Another seminal document by Al Kyte, this one focuses on the discussion of separating the "substance" from "style" in fly casting. Knowledge of the information presented here is a necessity for a well rounded instructor.

Master Your Fly Casting - A booklet by Jim Chaparalis and published by Orvis, this booklet presents an effective method for improving your casting skills based upon a merit system. It walks you through casting at a beginners level, expert level and master level.

Rod Acceleration - Bruce Richards' discussion on how proper acceleration is fundamental to a good cast.

How Rod Action Can Affect Your Cast - Bruce Richards' discussion on rod action and casting.

The Creeps - Bruce Richards' article about creeping which leads to tailing loops.

Roadmap to Certain Success - A slide show put together by Dave Diaz MCCI made up of tips taken from The Loop. This slide show has hints and tips for preparing and taking the FFF Certified Casting Instructors exam.