The Wading List - Fly Fishing - Characters - Christopher Rownes

Christopher Rownes is one of Europe's finest fly fishing instructors. In his hometown Basel, Switzerland and all around the world he teaches beginners, advanced fly fishermen and masterclasses in specialised techniques. Besides fly fishing he has another life though. Originally from England, Christopher Rownes started his career as a dancer and has worked at theatres across Europe for decades. He now teaches contemporary Dance in Zurich, Switzerland when he is not fly fishing. We met him in Basel to talk about what fly fishing and modern dance have in common and what techniques he uses to teach students in both disciplines.

[@humphlc4]

watching Chris cast is just poetry in motion.

[@tagamstrand]

Chris introduced my wife and me into flyfishing. What a great teacher and wonderful person! We got hooked on flyfishing. He still inspires us when we see him casting! Nice video!

[@est9662]

Super interview never knew that about Christopher. Amazed that this doesn’t get more likes.

[@turninflat]

some of his videos are the most beautiful expressions of grace and elegance. Really enjoyed learning his history and the origins of his impeccable sense of timing.

[@rangerwhite7091]

Magical casting Chris.

[@cachi-7878]

What a great guy! Chris, if you’re ever in the USA, I’d love to take a one on one tutorial. I’ve met Mel, he’s a funny guy and great teacher as you said.