My 12 year old son decided that he'd like to take up fly-fishing, so having bought a few magazines to learn a bit more, I simply ended up completely confused by the jargon.  Through a recommendation, I was put in touch with John and having explained my dliema, totally confused and no equipment, though with a 12 year old happy to mortgage me to buy the first kit he could see, we arranged to meet up for a first casting session. John was able to supply us both with appropriate tackle for the session and we both had a brilliant day, advancing to casting with a fly on, in the session! John's style was very relaxed and informative, in addition to getting us started on the basic casting technique "10 to 1, don't break the wrist", he took time to explain some of the mass of fly fishing jargon and importantly, shared his attention equally between me and my son. My son was really keen for another casting session, itself a measure of the sucess of the day.  We duly arranged another session with John and again enjoyed a relaxed and informative day, moving on successfully to false casting, thereby dispelling another strange term I'd read in the magazines.  For us as complete beginners, we couldn't have asked for a better introduction to fly fishing and would have no hesitation in recommending John to anyone contemplating having a go a fly fishing but thinking it is all too complicated.  As John is a fully qualified casting instructor, I'm sure his skills would be equally appreciated by those more expereinced than me.
Juan and Max Merrill

Decided to try fly fishing a few years ago, and there was so much to learn!
I heard about John Milne from Howwood Fly Fishery.   A few lessons from him were just what I needed.  His vast experience as a teacher, and understanding of mistakes people make were a great help.  I was soon casting away and even caught a trout or two! I doubt if you could find a better teacher, If you want to start or improve your fly fishing technique.
Leonard Esakowitz
Glasgow

Hi John,
Thought I would drop you a line to let you know how my son Robbie and I have been getting on since we had our two sessions with you.
We are both casting longer and presentation is now great, due to your 1st class tuition, resulting in a lot more fish, especially for Robbie who is catching an amazing amount of fish for an 11 year old. Looking forward to seeing you again soon  to take things a step further.
Neal and Robbie Ewing

I first had the pleasure of meeting John Milne some years ago for a couple of fly casting lessons.
He is an expert teacher who has the necessary patience and personality to give his pupils confidence in their casting techniques even to the extent of actually catching fish!
We have since become firm friends and have enjoyed some great salmon fishing on the River Girvan.
I unreservedly recommend him to beginners and experienced fly fishers alike in the sure knowledge he will improve their fly casting skills!
Douglas Low 

Like many people I tried fly fishing and ended up just thrashing the water getting no where and not enjoying it. I therefore decided that if I was going to continue fly fishing I would have to take the plunge and take some lessons.
I can honestly say the lessons from John were the best investment  I have ever made in fly fishing. I went from hating it to loving it in one lesson.
John has a very pleasant and easy-going manner about him he immediately puts new anglers at ease, but nevertheless he speaks with a quiet authority about fly fishing and his enthusiasm is immediately obvious and infectious.
Within a few lessons I had been taught various casts and techniques. John also taught me when use different lines, different flies and more importantly he got me catching fish.
Even when you stop taking lessons John is available for help and advice
Graham Elrick