If youâre interested in becoming a better angler or tournament fisherman and enjoy learning hands-on, here is your chance to get on the water with some of the best in the business.Â
 James Niggemeyer
3 – Time B.A.S.S. Champion, 3- Time  Bassmaster Classic Qualifier and 17 B.A.S.S. Top 10 finishes, 2 B.A.S.S. Open AOY awards
Instruction:Â Utilizing top fall seasonal tournament winning patterns, lures and techniques to systematically locate and catch bass. Spinnerbaits, square bills, soft plastics and jigs as tools based on water color and cover differences.
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Keith Combs
B.A.S.S. Elite Series Champion, 3 – Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Champion, 4- Time B.A.S.S. Classic Qualifier, Perennial AOY contender
Instruction: Getting the most out of your electronics utilizing sonar, side scan, down scan and gps. Crankbait mastery, draw feeding and reaction bites;  Includes equipment set up; line, rod, reel.
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Kurt Dove
10 – Time B.A.S.S. Top 20 finisher, 2- Time B.A.S.S. Elite Qualifier, FLW/BFL Champion and 2-Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Qualifier
Instruction: Breaking down large bodies of water and dissecting small areas producing big results.  Utilizing your personal fishing strengths to maximizing on the water productivity and success.
Dave Mansue
B.A.S.S. Open Champion, 2-Time Toyota Texas Bass Classic Qualifier B.A.S.S. Top 150 Angler 1999-2005
Instruction: Dissecting fall patters associated with creek channels. Techniques to be discussed include jigs, spoons and big plastics. Understand âFishing the Momentâ and environmental changes.
How your mental attitude affects success!
Stephen Johnston
B.A.S.S. Open Champion, FLW Rayovac Champion, 2007 & 13 Rayovac AOY, 2014 Forrest Wood Cup Qualifier
Evening Seminar: Secrets to fishing grass⦠how to break it down and find high percentage areas. Understanding the best grass fishing techniques from limit producers to winning stringers!
Location: Toledo Bend Reservoir, Many, Louisiana
Class Dates:Â November 16, 17, 18 2014
Cost: Â $1,995 (per person / double occupancy lodging)
Includes: Â Â 3 Nights group lodging (Cypress Bend Resort), all Meals (3 Breakfast/2Lunch/3 Dinners), 2 days of intense On-The-Water Instruction with 4 different pro anglers complemented with evening seminar and Q & A sessions.
*A Pro-Bass Class session has a maximum 8 participants.
*All Class participants will be residing double occupancy at Cypress Bend Resort
*Class Participants wishing to room together and paired together during On-The-Water Instruction is available.
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Contact probassclass@gmail.com or call 830-719-3648
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Send tuition payment to:
Pro-Bass Class
P.O. Box 420543
Del Rio, Texas 78842
*Payable to:Â Pro-Bass Class
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*Pro-Bass Class is a âhands onâ personal in-depth education service provided to bass anglers wishing to take their skills to the next level.
*Pro-Bass Class is taught by 4 B.A.S.S. Tournament Anglers that have proven track records of success in locating bass all over the country in short time-frames. Get into their minds while On-The-Water to help you answer that timeless question of how to locate and catch bass quickly and effectively.
*After your daily on the water instruction you will dine and enjoy an evening with the pros while involved in a âThink Tankâ discussion group with a guest regional Angler.  This is your time to have any questions answered!
Learn keys to angling success such as:
- Fish location: seasonal patterns, map study and lake breakdown
- Lure logic:Â Lures as tools, when and where, presentation specifics
- Depth:Â unlocking offshore fishing and maximizing the bank bite
- Tackle balancing:Â maximizing rod/reel, line and hooks for the best hook to land ratio
- Mental coaching: attitude, confidence, mental toughness, angler identity
** Special note:Â Topics will vary from session to session and all may not be discussed.
**All participants will receive a generous Tackle Pack to compliment Pro-Bass Class curriculum. St. Croix Rod to be awarded for Big Bass of the session!
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Participant Check List:
- * 3 Rod/Reels and very small tackle bag (2 casting/1 spinning)
- Appropriate Fishing Lic. For body of water (TX or LA @ Toledo Bend)
- Appropriate clothing, hat, sunglasses, raingear (Class goes Rain or Shine)
- Liability Wavier Release
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*You may choose to use the Instructors equipment during the class although it is recommended you bring a small amount of equipment of you own so the instructors may assist with your current equipment selection.
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Schedule of Events
November 16
3:30-5:30pm                       Class Participants and Pro Anglers arrive, move into hotel
5:45pm                                                     Pro-Bass Class – Welcome/Introduction
6:00pm                                                     Dinner
7:00pm                                                     Review Schedule of Events and Expectations
7:30pm                                                     Day 1 Concludes
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November 17
6:30am                                                     Breakfast
7:00am                                   Meet Pro Anglers â On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement
11:30am                                Lunch and Rotate Anglers
12:15pm                                Return to On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement
4:45pm                                                     Return to Hotel
6:00pm                                                     Dinner and Evening Seminar with Pro-AnglerHarold Allen, âThe Legendâ
7:30pm                                                     Day in review
8:00pm                                                     Day Concludes
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November 18
6:30am                                                     Breakfast
7:00am                                   Meet Pro Anglers â On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement
11:30am                                Lunch and Rotate Anglers
12:15pm                                Return to On-The-Water skills instruction and improvement
4:45pm                                                     Return to Hotel
6:00pm                                                     Dinner and Closing
November 19
Check-Out                             Breakfast
If youâre interested in becoming a better angler or tournament fisherman and enjoy learning hands-on, Contact probassclass@gmail.com or 830-719-3648
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