Happy Customers
Below are some of the kind comments left by friends and students of Smart Carping after recent coaching sessions and angling events. Glowing feedback which we are proud to share.
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Chris Hall
"The way you manage to convey the concepts that you are teaching, is from my perspective absolutely spot on."
"It has renewed my enthusiasm for carping."
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Mat Brown
"If you are thinking of taking up fishing, or have done some in the past and want to polish up your skills and techniques then look no further than Mr Gemson, he is a mine of info and a blooming great laugh to boot."
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Daniel
"What a fantastic day of fishing I had. I couldn't have wished for a better instructor for what was my first ever experience at Carp fishing!!"
"Thoroughly recommend Ian to anyone who wants a good days fishing ....He is a great guy, great tutor and great fun!!"
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John Southgate
"I have read many books, websites and magazines, however, none of these come close to having someone of Ian's ability standing next to you and showing you how it's done."
"Excellent value for money for a day with someone with infectious passion and immense talent!"
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Dave, Matt and Lyndon
"I have no doubt the day has improved my fishing and would recommend coaching for both new and experienced anglers."
"It was a pleasure to spend time on the bank with someone who really does know his stuff."
"I would be more than happy to recommend him."
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Wayne Box
"Ian's patience is un-surpassed and his knowledge stemming from his very successful match fishing days has now expanded making Ian a very competent carp angler and a superb teacher. "
"If you are thinking of having a lesson with Ian, be you a beginner, a novice or even a competent angler in need of some fresh, new ideas then I promise you, you wont regret it."
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Jim Reid
"He has made my interest in angling reignite."
"He makes great personal sacrifices and will not rest until he feels his pupil has achieved often more than expected and will introduce new baits and rigs in a constant search for his pupil to achieve that dream catch."
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Tony Harrington
"Through his teaching my catch rate has improved a lot and I am enjoying my fishing so much more as a direct result of his coaching."
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Max Hendry
"Thank you for all your help you truly were the greatest tutor that I could of had."
"You taught me very well and played a big part in the best time of my life I enjoyed every minute."
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Marc Harrison
"I really recommend anyone even if they are a season carper, to experience Ian's unique and friendly style of coaching!"
"One fishing lesson with Smart Carping, £100 — Seven double figure carp and whacking great smile, priceless!!!"
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Sheila Lavell (on behalf of the Lavell family)
"A great day was had by all and a lot of information was taken in."
"I would definitely recommend Ian to all my friends and anyone wanting to further their knowledge."
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