Our Story
Immersive Angling began over two decades ago when Shayne fell in love with the rhythm of the Vaal. Weekends chasing Yellowfish turned into years of guiding, coaching, and refining river tactics—until sharing that knowledge became the mission.

Shayne Prinsloo
REFFIS & THETA accredited guide. Specialist in Yellowfish nymphing, with deep venue knowledge across Lindequesdrift, Parys and Potchefstroom reaches.
Safety
Wading protocols, reading flows, and weather calls—safety decisions are clear and conservative.
Learning
We coach technique, not just spots: casting angles, bead control, and micro-mends that win drifts.
Stewardship
Catch-and-release with care, minimal footprint, and respect for indigenous Yellowfish.
What We Offer
- Guided Fly Fishing Days: Full-day wading trips targeting Smallmouth Yellowfish.
- Skills Coaching: Nymphing, entomology, leader design, reading water.
- Workshops: Focus days on nymphing, Leader setup, Casting and approach strategy.
REFFIS & THETA accredited
Yellowfish-first handling
Venues: Lindequesdrift / Parys / Potch
Why Choose Us
- Experience: 17+ years guiding the Vaal—what to fish, when, and why.
- Teaching DNA: You’ll go home with a repeatable process, not just a lucky day.
- Sustainability: Practical conservation you can apply on any river.
- Community: We’re building better anglers who care for the fishery.
Ready to swap guesswork for a plan? Let’s fish the Vaal—confidently.