You’ve never held a fly rod before – and want to find out if fly fishing is for you?

Over half a day, David will guide you from theory to practice: you’ll learn about tackle, insects and water conditions, practice the overhead cast and the roll cast, and finish by casting your first fly on the Hinterrhein. All step by step, with personal guidance.

• Fishing location: Rheinwald on the Hinterrhein
• Duration: 1 half-day
• Meeting point: SPELUCA Brauerei & Genusshotel in Splügen
• Meeting time: At 14:00
• Language: English / Czech
• Number of participants: Min. 2 / Max. 4 people
• Price: CHF 320 per person

Included: Full hire kit, 1-day fishing license, personal guidance & individual support on the water, a short walk to the water’s edge, a certificate of participation, and a celebratory beer or drink at the SPELUCA restaurant.

Have you already done the taster course – or are you jumping straight in? Over two intensive days by the water, David will work with you to lay the foundations for your fly fishing.

You’ll learn various fly-fishing techniques, knot-tying, entomology, as well as knowledge of waterways and fish – from fish species and closed seasons to statutory minimum sizes. After practicing on dry land, we head to the water: roll casts and overhead casts, fly selection and presentation – right through to playing the fish, gentle landing, and the crucial question: where are the fishes?

• Fishing location: Rheinwald on the Hinterrhein & Monte Spluga
• Meeting point: SPELUCA Brauerei&Genusshotel in Splügen
• Duration: 2 days
• Meeting time: At 9.00 am
• Language: English / Czech
• Number of participants: Min. 2 / Max. 4 people
• Price: CHF 1,050 per person

Included: Full hire kit, fishing license, personal guidance & individual support on the water, transfer & short walk to the water, lunchbox, photos of the fishing, certificate of participation, a celebratory beer or drink at the SPELUCA restaurant.

You’ve no previous experience – and want to learn as much as possible in a short space of time? This four-day intensive course will teach you everything you need to know about fly fishing.

You’ll learn various fly-fishing techniques, knot-tying, entomology, as well as knowledge of waterways and fish – from fish species and closed seasons to statutory minimum sizes. After the dry runs, it’s off to the water: roll casts and overhead casts, fly selection and presentation – right through to playing the fish, gentle landing, and the crucial question: where are the fish? Thanks to four days by the water, there’s more time to practice, consolidate your skills and enjoy yourself.

• Fishing location: Rheinwald on the Hinterrhein & Monte Spluga
• Meeting point: SPELUCA Brauerei & Genusshotel in Splügen
• Duration: 4 days
• Meeting time: At 9.00 am
• Language: English / Czech
• Number of participants: Min. 2 / Max. 4 people
• Price: CHF 1,950 per person

Included: Full hire kit, fishing license, personal guiding & individual support on the water, transfer & short walk to the water, packed lunch, photos of the fishing, certificate of participation, a beer or drink to finish off the day at the SPELUCA restaurant.

You’re already fishing – and want to take the next step. Over two days on the most beautiful waters around Splügen and in nearby Italy, David will take your skills to the next level: better technique, better tactics, greater precision.

You’ll consolidate your skills – the roll cast and the overhead cast – and learn the double-hand cast. You’ll refine various fly-fishing techniques, develop a feel for tactics depending on water levels, and expand your knowledge of entomology. And when the moment comes, you’ll land your trophy fish safely and carefully.

• Fishing locations: Rheinwald on the Hinterrhein, Monte Spluga & Italy
• Meeting point: SPELUCA Brauerei & Genusshotel in Splügen
• Duration: 2 days
• Meeting time: At 9.00 am
• Language: English / Czech
• Number of participants: Min. 2 / Max. 4 people
• Price: CHF 950 per person

Included: Personal guidance & individual support on the water, transfer & short walk to the water, equipment check, packed lunch, photos of your fishing, certificate of participation, a beer or drink to finish off the day at the SPELUCA restaurant

Optional extras: Day license, equipment hire

One day, two passions. You’ll hike to the region’s most beautiful mountain lakes – and cast your fly there. Pure nature, pure peace of mind and pure fly fishing.

After the transfer, you’ll walk up to selected mountain lakes in Graubünden, Ticino or nearby Italy. Once you reach the water’s edge, it’s time to assemble your rod, take a deep breath – and start fishing. David will accompany you all day, providing personalized guidance right by the water’s edge.

• Fishing location: Selected Mountain lakes in Graubünden, Ticino & Italy
• Meeting point: SPELUCA Brauerei & Genusshotel in Splügen
• Duration: 1 day
• Meeting time: At 7.30 am
• Language: English / Czech
• Number of participants: Min. 2 / Max. 4 people
• Price: CHF 540 per person

Included: Guided hike & personalized support by the water, transfer, packed lunch, photos of your fishing, certificate of participation, a celebratory beer or drink at the SPELUCA restaurant

Optional extras: Day license, equipment hire

Can’t make any of the dates listed above – or would you prefer a personalized coaching session tailored to your needs? No problem, just get in touch!

And if you’ve always wanted to know how a fly is made: David Jedlicka will be happy to show you how to tie flies on request – a fascinating art that will take your fly fishing to a whole new level.

Fly tying by request, languages: English / Czech