On Friday I had another student from BSS Slough and ably assisted by my new coaching assistant Paul we took him to Twynersh as usual. This lad was only eight years old but had fished a little before. I really enjoy being able to devote my attention to just one student and it is even better when I have Paul to help with the setting up of tackle and general logistics of the lesson.

Coaching one to one

The student was keen to learn and although he was frightened of perch he was soon able to hold and unhook the roach he was catching.

Stuent with a nice roach

I hope I will be able to work with this lad again as he has great enthusiasm for the sport but is very unsure of himself and shy. After a couple more lessons he would develop skills that would help him to fit into a group of total beginners with a little edge which properly supervised might help him with his shyness and self confidence.

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