I can cast just fine. Why would I need a lesson from someone else?
Professional golfers have swing coaches. Veteran quarterbacks go to training camp. World-class marathon runners get input on their stride dynamics. So even if you’re not fly fishing with the hopes of ending up on a Wheaties box, you can’t say that there is nothing to gain from getting some feedback on your cast.
Whether it be an internationally certified casting instructor, a fishing guide who offers casting as part of the suite of his services, or a friend that you humbly acknowledge to be a better caster than you, there are a myriad of benefits to an hour or so devoted to breaking down the mechanics of your cast. Below, I share three main reasons for taking the time to look at your fly cast. I also give real-life examples of how each positively impacted my ability to get my fly where I want it.