Begin Your Journey: Intro to Fly Fishing
Perfect for aspiring and new fly anglers, this hands-on workshop covers all the essentials—gear, flies, terminology, knots, and more—to help you build a solid foundation.
We’ll kick things off at our Downtown Lafayette storefront and then head outside to put your new skills into practice in a fun, supportive setting. New anglers of all ages are welcome to participate.
- Location: 3574 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Suite A
Lafayette, California 94549 - Time: 3-hour session
- Cost: $75 per person
- Class size: 9 participants per class
Spots are filling up quickly for our next sessions—reserve your spot today!
Meet Our Instructors
Jason Renfro
Pat McCabe
Jason is one of our instructors, leading our Intro to Fly Fishing workshops and helping new anglers build a strong foundation in the sport. As the founder of Renfro Fly Fishing, he has worked with hundreds of local anglers across Northern California, helping them build confidence and skill on the water. Known for his patient, approachable teaching style, Jason focuses on making the fundamentals accessible and easy to understand. From gear setup to basic casting techniques, he helps beginners gain the confidence they need to get started on the water.
Hear what customers are saying:
“He covered all the mystery around lines, dry flies, nymphs, and casting, and I’m no longer overwhelmed by the gear.” – Jean Kayser
Pat McCabe has been fly fishing since the age of 10, and his passion for the sport has never wavered. After decades of guiding and instructing, what drives him most is helping others experience that same excitement. As one of our intro workshop instructors, Pat believes fly fishing is for everyone — his workshops welcome participants of all ages, from children discovering the outdoors to adults finally pursuing a sport they've long been curious about. The right introduction can turn a passing curiosity into a lifelong passion.