BEGINNER ANGLER'S COURSE
Location: Lazarus Island, Singapore
DESCRIPTION
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The Beginner Angler's Course aims to introduce fishing to those interested in trying out fishing or searching for a new hobby. It will be completed within a day on the scenic Lazarus Island, one of Singapore's best kept secrets. You will learn both the basic theory and practical aspects of fishing during a weekend getaway.
Upon completion of the course, you will be able to use a fishing setup confidently and know how to handle a fish that is caught.
PRE-COURSE EXPERIENCE:
No experience required but we do recommend that you do not have any phobia of standing near the sea.
INSTRUCTOR TO NUMBER OF STUDENTS:
1:10
Minimum 6 students are required for the course to be conducted. Groups and individuals will be combined to form a class.
AGE:
Minimum 5 years old and above.
(Children who are 12 years old and below must be accompanied by at least an adult who is taking the course.)
COURSE INCLUDES:
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- Two way ferry ticket to island
- Beginner Angler's course handbook
- Beginner Angler's fishing starter kit
- Bait for fishing
- MFFA certificate upon completion of course
- Fishing equipment rental required for the course
- Entitled to purchase beginner fishing combo set at highly subsidised price.
(Please go this link to purchase online)
FISHING EQUIPMENT:
Fishing equipment and accessories are provided free of charge to all students of the fishing academy.
(The rods and reels are sponsored by world leading fishing brand, Shimano.)
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Students have the option to purchase their own fishing equipment to be used during the course, which includes a Shimano rod and reel with braided lines. As it is a special promotional price, this offer is only limited to one purchase per student (while stock lasts).
ATTIRE:
Please wear comfortable clothing as you will be out in nature all day.
Theory lessons are conducted under shelter. You will expect to be seated on the ground during the course. Shorts or pants are recommended.
DON'T FORGET TO BRING:
- Drinking water
- Lunch
- Sun block
- Sunglasses
- Small pouch or bag to keep your starter kit
- Raincoat (in case of rain)
- Swim wear if you intend to take a dip in the sea during the breaks
(There are no bathing facilities but toilet with water hose is available for washing up)
$108 per adult
$98 child aged 12 and below
Family Package $350 for 2 adults and 2 children
Please enter your promo code, if any, before selecting the number of tickets.
1
day
9:00am - 5:00pm
Please refer to the dates below for the course schedule.
SCHEDULE:
08:30 am - Gather at Marina South Pier.
(Please refer to link on how to get there)
09:00 am - Ferry departs Marina South Pier.
09:30 am - Ferry arrives at Lazarus Island
09:45 am - Theory lessons
(Beginner Angler's course handbook will be issued)
11:30 am - Lunch break
12:30 pm - Practical lessons part 1
02:00 pm - Break and sharing of fishing experiences among students.
02:30 pm - Practical lessons part 2
04:00 pm - Course quiz to test what you have learnt for the day.
04:30 pm - Ferry departs for mainland.
05:00 pm - Ferry arrives at Marina South Pier.
The schedule stated above are for reference only and may subject to changes depending on the trip conditions.
After attending this course, you may want to move onto the Novice Angler Course.
If you sign up for the Novice Angler's Course within 1 month upon completion of your Beginner Angler's Course, you will be entitled to a $40 discount.
Team Bonding with fishing
Companies/ Organisations/ Schools which wish to organise team building/ bonding with fishing activities, please feel free to contact us.
Let's hear what our past students say about the Beginner Angler's Course
If your preferred date is not listed above, we can form additional class on your date if there are minimum 8 students.
Please email to us for private course.