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Virtual Fly Casting Instruction
Online Fly Casting Instruction… From Anywhere.
Expert fly casting video analysis delivered to your coaching dashboard within 48 hours—on your schedule, no travel required.
$75/Session or 3-Pack for $200 (10% savings)
✓ No travel required ✓ Any location ✓ All skill levels ✓ Instant dashboard access
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Trusted by anglers at every level — beginners to seasoned casters
“A fly casting master!” · “Incredibly helpful and fun” · “Could not have been more productive”
Everyone Has Something Worth Working On
Whether it’s distance, precision, line management, or casting effectively—especially when trees or brush behind you close off the backcast—the path forward almost always comes down to a few specific mechanics and techniques, and most of that work can happen off the water. A tailing loop, a haul that’s out of sync, inconsistent rod loading… these things respond quickly once they’re correctly identified.
The challenge is that it’s nearly impossible to see your own cast objectively. You can feel when something is off, but naming it and knowing exactly what to change is a different matter. Most casters work through trial and error for years when a single clear look at their footage would answer the question in minutes.
Virtual fly casting video analysis gives you that outside view. Your instructor reviews your footage frame by frame, returns it with in-video markup, a voice-over walkthrough, and side-by-side examples of what they see and how it should look. With the analysis comes curated lessons from our drill and technique library matched to the skills you’re building. You leave each session with a clear picture of where you are and a well-marked path to where you want to go. No travel, no scheduling constraints. On your timeline, from wherever you fish.
How a Virtual Session Works
The best approach is to plan for at least two sessions, structured to build on each other — because the first round of improvements often surfaces the next layer of refinement.
Session One: Initial Assessment
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Record Your Cast
From your backyard, a local park, or the riverbank — anywhere you can cast. Use your phone propped against a bag or stick at rod-hand height, about 30–40 feet away to capture your casting motion and the line. A simple side-view shot, three to five minutes of footage, is all that’s needed.
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Upload & Add Context
Log in to your private coaching dashboard and upload your video. Add a note about what you’re working on — distance, accuracy, a specific technique, an upcoming trip — along with what you’ve tried and what you think might be happening. Note: App access is setup with your initial order.
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Receive Expert Analysis
Within 48 hours, your instructor returns your video with in-video markup and a full voice-over walkthrough — identifying the specific mechanics and techniques worth addressing, explaining why, and showing you exactly what to change. This might be rod tip path, casting arc, haul timing, a tailing loop, stop position, rod loading, or the right water-loaded technique for a tight bank — whatever the footage actually shows.
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A Clear Path Forward
Your analysis comes with a structured practice plan and curated video lessons from our drill and technique library—selected specifically for the mechanics and skills you’re building toward. You have the direction and the material to develop it, at your own pace.
Post Session
Take a few weeks to work through the adjustments from Session One, then come back for a fresh look.
Session Two: Reassessment
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Record Your Progress
After working through your Session One adjustments, record a new video. Same setup as before — side view, rod-hand height, a few minutes of footage. Seeing what’s changed (and what’s still in progress) is itself a useful part of the process.
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Second-Round Feedback
Initial improvements almost always reveal the next set of refinements — things that weren’t visible in the original cast. Session Two catches these, confirms what’s working, and gives you a second layer of specific guidance to build on.
Everything Included in Online Sessions
Each includes complete coaching session and all the tools to work on your cast independently.
2 Full Coaching Sessions
A complete video-analysis of your cast from your instructor.
Casting Assessment
A thorough stroke evaluation — ongoing sessions will build on what’s shifted since the previous sessions.
In-Video Markup
Frame-by-frame annotations drawn directly on your cast footage, so nothing is lost in translation.
Voice-Over Analysis
Your instructor talks through exactly what they see, what it means, and what’s worth changing.
In-App Messaging
Ask follow-up questions between sessions and get answers without waiting for the next submission.
Coaching Dashboard
Upload videos, review feedback, track your sessions, and access all materials in one place.
Curated Video Lessons—Your Path Forward
Every analysis comes with video lessons from our drill and technique library, hand-picked by your instructor for the skills you’re developing. Not generic content but lessons selected because they apply directly to where you’re headed next.
Yours to Keep
Your casting analysis, annotated video, voice-over feedback, and all curated lessons stay in your dashboard indefinitely. Unlike a live lesson where you leave with only what you remember, everything here is on record and reviewable any time.
All-Device Access
Phone, tablet, or desktop — access your coaching materials wherever it’s convenient.
Common Reasons Anglers Sign Up
Virtual instruction works across a wide range of goals and situations. Here’s where a lot of our students are coming from.
When Practice Stops Moving the Needle
You’re putting in time on the water but not seeing the progress you’re looking for. A fresh set of eyes on your footage often identifies the one thing that unlocks the next level — quickly.
No Qualified Instruction Nearby
Good fly casting instruction can be hard to find. If there’s no fly shop or experienced instructor near you — or your schedule makes in-person sessions difficult — virtual coaching puts expert feedback within reach on your own timeline.
A Demanding Trip on the Calendar
When a saltwater flat, steelhead run, or big-river trip is coming up, specific preparation pays off. Virtual instruction lets you zero in on exactly what that trip will ask of your cast with time to work on it.
Ready for Specific Feedback, Not Generic Advice
You’ve done the reading and watched the videos, and you want feedback on your cast — not someone else’s. A session gives you a precise picture of what’s actually happening and a clear path forward.
In Their Own Words
From first-time casters to anglers with decades of experience — a sample of what students have said.
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Blake is a fly casting master! I have been fly fishing my whole life and love it. He did a quick demo outside and I was really impressed with his single handed fly rod spey casting. Amazing! I am looking forward to taking a lesson or two from him soon.
—Greg P
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Discovery fly fishing! WOW! Who could have imagined you could get such results from an online course. Their virtual casting classes have completely changed my ability on the water. I can now cover more water than ever before. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge with me.
—Phil H
★★★★★
My buddy and I have been fly fishing for about 3 years now. We struggled for the first year, trying to figure out what flies to use, how to cast, and honestly what rivers we should try. Once we met Blake, he helped with all of that, gave us some phenomenal pointers in all aspects of our journey. Whether that be casting, or even increasing our chances of catching fish, which was needed. He gave us some awesome casting lessons that i would recommend to anyone and everyone. Whether a seasoned fly fisherman or a beginner, I would always recommend Discovery Fly Fishing.
—Sam R
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Blake is an exceptional fly casting instructor; I improved exponentially after one lesson. Incredibly generous with his time he is quick to share fly fishing lessons and offer encouragement. His seminars are extremely educational and include fly casting instruction at the end of the class. And on top of all that, his shop is stocked with tested gear that performs on the river.
—Jim I
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Blake’s instruction is magic. He’s masterful at breaking down casts, describing their utility and showing you the way. For a beginner like myself, I could not have found a better sportsman to learn from and create a foundation that will lead to years of fun on the water and big fish.
—Lois C
★★★★★
I have been fly fishing for 35 years and recently had the opportunity to be coached by Blake. Could not have been a more productive session. I’ve already scheduled another one and can’t wait to sharpen my skills!
—Joseph G
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Can’t say enough good things about Discover Fly Fishing and the owner, Blake. Great experience taking lessons. I’m a novice and I found it to be incredibly helpful and fun. Really grateful to have found this place!
—Brian W
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The New Zealand trip would never have happened the way it did without the casting work beforehand.
—Rob S
Common Questions Before Booking
Can you learn fly casting online?
Yes — and for many anglers, online fly casting lessons through video analysis are more effective than a single in-person session. Because your instructor reviews your footage frame by frame, in slow motion, they can see details that are impossible to catch watching a live cast in real time. You submit your video from wherever you fish, receive annotated feedback with a full voice-over walkthrough, and work through a structured practice plan at your own pace. Students across the country have made measurable improvements in distance, accuracy, loop shape, haul timing, and presentation — all through this format.
What is fly casting video analysis?
Fly casting video analysis is a coaching method where you record your own cast and submit the footage to an instructor for detailed review. Your instructor watches the video at full speed and in slow motion, identifies the specific mechanics and techniques affecting your cast — things like rod tip path, stop position, haul timing, casting arc, loop shape, or the right technique for casting in tight quarters — and returns the video with frame-by-frame annotations drawn directly on the footage, along with a voice-over explanation of what they see and what to work on. It’s the same diagnostic process used in competition-level coaching, applied to your actual cast.
How much do online fly casting lessons cost?
Discovery Fly Fishing’s virtual fly casting instruction is currently $75 per session or purchase a 3-Pack to get 10% savings. Sessions include full video analysis, in-video markup, voice-over feedback, a structured practice plan, and in-app messaging between sessions. In-person private sessions are available separately. Sessions do not expire once purchased.
How do I film my fly cast for video analysis?
Set your phone on a bag, a stick, or anything that holds it steady at approximately rod-hand height. Position yourself 30–40 feet away from the camera with the camera on your casting-hand side for a clear view of the rod and loop. Record three to five minutes of casting in good light — overcast conditions are ideal since they make the fly line more visible. The coaching dashboard walks you through the full setup step by step once you’re logged in. Most students have their first video submitted within 20 minutes of purchase.
Can virtual instruction really work as well as in-person?
In many ways, virtual instruction with video analysis is more precise than a single in-person session. Your instructor can review footage frame by frame, in slow motion, as many times as needed — something that’s simply not possible while watching a live cast. Nothing slips by. The feedback is specific to your cast, your mechanics, on your actual footage. Not a generalized explanation of what commonly goes wrong, but a direct look at what’s happening in your particular situation.
What if I don't know how to set up the video?
The setup is straightforward: prop your phone against a bag or a stick, position it at rod-hand height about 30–40 feet away, and press record. The coaching dashboard walks you through the full setup step by step. A simple side-view shot captures everything needed to assess your loop, timing, haul, and stop. Most students have their first video submitted within 20 minutes of purchase.
Is this for beginners or more experienced casters?
Both. Building good mechanics from the beginning is far more efficient than unlearning habits later, and beginners often see some of the most rapid progress. That said, experienced casters — even those with decades on the water — frequently find that a close look at their footage surfaces something specific that’s been holding them back for years. Virtual instruction has produced results across the full range of experience levels.
Why are multiple sessions recommended?
Because the process doesn’t end with the first round of changes. Initial improvements shift the cast in ways that often surface a second layer of refinements — adjustments that weren’t visible, or weren’t the priority, before the first session’s work was done. Additional sessions capture that next layer and confirms what’s improving, giving you a much more complete picture than a single assessment provides.
What casting goals does this work for?
This format works well for distance, accuracy, presentation, line management, specific techniques like hauling or spey casts, and general consistency. When you upload your first video, you can describe exactly what you’re working on — and your instructor will focus the analysis accordingly.
How long do I have access to the coaching dashboard?
Your dashboard, videos, and all coaching materials are stored and accessible on an ongoing basis. You can return to earlier feedback anytime and compare your progress across sessions whenever it’s useful.
What if I want to continue with more sessions?
Additional virtual sessions can be arranged directly or purchased in our online store. In-person private sessions are also available, with multi-session packages available. Contact us at (503) 367-6433 or through the contact page to talk through what would make sense for where you are in your casting.
Your Casting Instructor: Blake Reimer
Virtual sessions are led by our most experienced instructor and brought to you through a coaching platform built specifically for this format.
Blake Reimer
Orvis Fly Casting Champion & Head Instructor
Blake has competed at the highest levels of organized fly casting and won. His competition background gives him an unusually precise eye for the specific mechanics that determine a cast’s outcome — rod loading, haul timing, stop precision, loop shape, casting arc — a level of diagnostic detail that translates directly into effective instruction for anglers at any skill level.
He works with casters across a wide range of goals: casting distance, accuracy, presentation, single-hand spey, double haul development, and trip preparation. His virtual students are spread across the country. The online fly casting lesson format suits anglers who want expert video analysis on their own timeline, in their own environment.
Orvis Fly Casting Champion Best of the West Champion NW Fly Casting Expo Champion
Get Started Today
$75/Session or 3-Pack for $200 (10% savings)
Sessions Don’t Expire
- 2 Full Coaching Sessions
- Initial Assessment + Second-Round Reassessment
- In-Video Markup & Frame-by-Frame Annotation
- Voice-Over Analysis Delivered Within 48 Hours
- Dedicated Coaching Dashboard with Video Session Storage
- Curated Video Lessons & Drills Sent With Each Analysis — Matched to Your Cast
- All Analysis, Feedback & Lessons Yours to Keep Permanently
- In-App Messaging Between Sessions
Questions? Call or text us at (503) 367-6433
Prefer in-person coaching? Private sessions are available starting at $75.
Call (503) 367-6433 to schedule at our location in Sherwood, OR.