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Tournament Strategies to help you be in the check line more often. Learn the strategies from winning pros to help you become more confident in tournament situations.

Learn the latest techniques and patterns to catch more and bigger bass in rivers or current situations.

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Explore the world of Kayak Fishing from the top anglers in kayak fishing. Learn tips, tricks, and rigging methods to help you become a successful kayak angler.

The Bucket List on Lake Chickamauga - Bass University explores one of the most popular fishing destinations in the world. Learn what makes Lake Chickamauga apart of every fishermans "Bucket List".

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Most Popular Seminars – A collection of the Bass University seminars anglers love most. These proven lessons, packed with pro tips and winning strategies, are fan favorites for a reason helping countless anglers catch more bass.

Prepare for Winter teaches you how to adapt as water temperatures drop and bass transition to their cold-weather patterns. Learn the best baits, locations, and techniques to stay successful through the toughest fishing months. These seminars will help you keep catching bass all winter long.

Late Season Jerkbaits dives into how to use jerkbaits effectively when the water turns cold and bass become finicky. Learn the ideal retrieves, pause lengths, and bait selections that trigger bites in chilly conditions. These seminars will help you master one of the most productive cold-water tec...

Bassin’ Up Shallow focuses on targeting aggressive bass that move into skinny water to feed and spawn. Learn how to identify key shallow cover, choose the right power fishing lures, and adjust to changing conditions. These seminars reveal the strategies pros use to capitalize on shallow-water opp...

Catch ’Em Offshore teaches you how to locate and target bass that move away from the bank to deeper structure. Learn how to use your electronics, read bottom contours, and choose the right baits to trigger offshore bites. These seminars break down the strategies top pros use to consistently find ...

Master Your Electronics helps you unlock the full potential of your mapping, sidescan, and forward-facing technology to find and catch more bass. Learn how to interpret what you’re seeing, locate key structure, and track fish movement in real time. These lessons will give you the confidence to us...

Fall and Winter Cranking focuses on how to use crankbaits effectively when water temperatures drop and bass key in on baitfish. Learn how to choose the right crankbait style, depth, and retrieve speed for cold-water conditions. These seminars reveal proven techniques to trigger reaction bites and...

Keys to Autumn Success breaks down how to locate and catch bass during the fall transition when fish are chasing bait and constantly on the move. Learn which lures, patterns, and adjustments keep you dialed in as conditions change. Master the strategies that turn fall fishing into one of the most...

Spotted bass are strong, aggressive fish that bridge the gap between largemouth and smallmouth bass. They prefer clear, deep waters with rocky or brushy structure and often school around baitfish. Known for their relentless fight and speed, spotted bass are a favorite among anglers seeking action...

Smallmouth bass are hard-fighting gamefish known for their power, speed, and acrobatic jumps. They thrive in clear, cool waters like lakes, rivers, and rocky reservoirs. Often feeding on baitfish and crayfish, smallmouths reward anglers with some of the most exciting battles in freshwater fishing.

Largemouth bass are the most popular freshwater gamefish in North America, known for their aggressive strikes and powerful fights. They thrive in lakes, ponds, and rivers with abundant cover like grass, wood, and docks. As opportunistic predators, largemouths feed on everything from baitfish to f...

Locating Bass teaches you how to find fish consistently by understanding seasonal movements, structure, and environmental factors. Learn how pros break down a lake, read conditions, and identify high-percentage areas. These seminars give you the tools to spend less time searching and more time ca...

With an FLW Angler of the Year title, multiple tour victories, a 2019 FLW Cup win, and the 2023 REDCREST Championship, Bryan Thrift is known for his unmatched consistency and winning legacy.

Vegetation can hold bass all year long. There are multiple types of grass including eel grass, milfoil, hydrilla, and more.

Vibrating Jigs, often called chatterbaits, combine the flash and vibration of a blade with the profile of a jig. The blade creates a hard-thumping action that triggers reaction strikes, especially in shallow water and around grass. Paired with a soft-plastic trailer, they’re a proven big-bass bai...

Topwater lures create surface commotion that triggers explosive reaction strikes from bass. They come in many styles—like walking baits, poppers, and frogs—each designed to imitate struggling prey on top of the water. Ideal during low light or calm conditions, topwater baits deliver some of the m...

Swimbaits are lifelike lures designed to imitate baitfish with a natural swimming action. They are extremely versatile and come in soft or hard-bodied versions. Swimbaits are deadly for targeting big bass.

Swim Jigs are a versatile lure designed to glide through grass, wood, and cover with ease. Its streamlined head and weed guard let it slip where other lures can’t, while the skirt and trailer create a natural swimming action. It’s perfect for imitating baitfish and triggering reaction bites in sh...

Spinnerbaits feature flashing blades and a skirted hook that mimic baitfish, making them perfect for covering water quickly. They excel in stained or windy conditions when fish rely on vibration and flash to feed.

Senkos are soft plastic stickbaits known for their simple yet irresistible action. Their subtle wobble on the fall makes them deadly when rigged weightless, wacky style, or Texas rigged. Versatile and effective, Senkos consistently catch bass in clear or pressured waters.

Topwater poppers are surface lures designed to create splashes and “popping” sounds that attract aggressive strikes. Their concave mouth spits water with each twitch, mimicking injured baitfish. Best used in calm conditions, poppers are perfect for drawing explosive bites from bass lurking near t...

Lipless crankbaits are flat-sided, vibrating lures that sink and can be fished at any depth. Their tight wobble and rattling sound imitate baitfish, making them excellent for covering water quickly. They shine in both cold and warm seasons, especially around grass and open flats.

Jigs are versatile lures that can imitate crawfish, bluegill, or baitfish depending on how they’re rigged. They come in styles like flipping, football, or swim jigs, each designed for different conditions. Known for producing big bass, jigs are effective year-round and can be fished in both shall...

The Damiki Rig is a finesse presentation that pairs a small jighead with a shad-style soft plastic. It’s designed to be fished vertically, hovering naturally in front of suspended bass. This subtle, realistic look makes it especially effective in cold water and with forward-facing sonar.

Jerkbaits are slender hard baits that dart and pause when twitched, mimicking injured baitfish. They’re deadly in cooler water when bass are keyed on suspending prey.

Glide Baits are large, jointed hard bait that moves with a wide, side-to-side “S” action. It’s designed to mimic big forage like shad or trout, often drawing giant bass to follow before committing to strike. Glide baits are best fished with slow, steady retrieves or subtle pauses to tempt trophy ...

Topwater frogs are weedless lures perfect for fishing heavy vegetation like lily pads and mats. They come in many different styles, their surface action entice explosive strikes from lurking bass.

Football jigs feature a wide, rounded head that helps them crawl over rocks and hard bottom without snagging. They’re typically paired with craw-style trailers to mimic bottom-dwelling prey. Perfect for offshore structure, football jigs excel at drawing strikes from big bass in deeper water.

Creature baits are soft plastics with multiple appendages that create movement and vibration in the water. They’re designed to mimic crawfish, bluegill, or other prey and can be fished on Texas rigs, Carolina rigs, or jigs. Versatile and effective, they excel in heavy cover where bass are looking...

Crankbaits are hard-bodied lures designed to dive and wobble, imitating a fleeing baitfish or crawfish. They come in a variety of depths and styles making them versatile for covering shallow flats or deep offshore structures.

Chatterbaits combine the vibration of a blade with the profile of a jig, creating a hard-thumping action bass can’t resist. They’re especially effective in grass and shallow water, drawing reaction strikes from big fish.

Buzzbaits - A topwater lure built with a rotating blade that churns the surface to create noise and commotion. Its flashy, bubbling action draws aggressive strikes from bass lurking in shallow water. Buzzbaits excel in low-light conditions or around cover where big fish are ready to ambush.

Bladed jigs, often called chatterbaits, combine the flash and vibration of a blade with the profile of a jig. The blade creates a hard-thumping action that triggers reaction strikes, especially in shallow water and around grass. Paired with a soft-plastic trailer, they’re a proven big-bass bait t...

Blade baits are compact metal lures that vibrate tightly when retrieved or lifted. They excel in cold water or deep situations, triggering reaction strikes from lethargic bass.

Suspended Bass Collection explores how to find and catch bass holding between the surface and bottom—some of the toughest fish to target. Learn how to use forward-facing sonar, bait selection, and precise presentations to trigger these elusive fish. These seminars reveal modern techniques that tu...

The Shaky Head is a finesse rig that combines a light jighead with a straight-tail worm or soft plastic. When worked along the bottom, it creates a subtle, tail-up action that tempts pressured or finicky bass. It’s especially effective in clear water and tough fishing conditions.

Punching grass is a heavy-cover technique used to target bass hiding beneath thick vegetation like milfoil or hydrilla. Anglers use a heavy weight, braided line, and compact soft plastic to punch through the surface canopy. This high-impact style often produces big bites from bass seeking shade a...

Offshore fishing focuses on catching bass away from the shoreline, often around underwater structures like ledges, humps, and points. It can require precision with electronics to locate schools of fish and bait. Techniques like deep cranking, drop shotting, and dragging jigs are key to unlocking ...

The Ned Rig is a finesse technique that pairs a small mushroom-shaped jighead with a short soft plastic stickbait. Its simple design creates a subtle, natural action that entices even the most finicky bass. Effective year-round, the Ned rig shines in clear water and high-pressure situations.

Flipping is a close-range technique using a heavy rod, strong line, and a compact bait like a jig or creature bait. It’s designed to quietly place lures into heavy cover such as grass, wood, or docks. This method targets big bass hiding in thick cover where other techniques can’t reach.

Finesse fishing is a subtle, precision-based approach designed to trigger bites from pressured or inactive bass. It relies on light tackle, small baits, and natural presentations like drop shots, shaky heads, or ned rigs. Perfect for clear water and tough conditions, finesse techniques excel when...

The Dropshot is a finesse rig that suspends a soft plastic bait above a weight, keeping it in the strike zone. It’s perfect for targeting suspended or bottom-hugging bass in clear or deep water. Subtle twitches make the bait come alive, enticing even the most finicky fish to bite.

A Carolina rig is a classic setup designed to present soft plastics along the bottom with a natural, dragging action. Featuring a weight, bead, swivel, leader, and hook, it excels at covering water and targeting bass on offshore structure. This rig is especially effective for finicky fish in deep...

Shallow water fishing focuses on targeting bass in less than 5 feet of water, often around visible cover like grass, wood, or docks. It’s a power fishing style that relies on reaction baits such as frogs, spinnerbaits, and jigs. This technique offers exciting, visual strikes and is especially eff...

Deep water fishing targets bass holding offshore in depths typically greater than 10 feet. It relies on techniques like drop shotting, dragging football jigs, or using deep-diving crankbaits to reach fish near structure or bait schools. Mastering this approach helps anglers find and catch bass th...

Attack Autumn Fishing – Learn the seasonal strategies that can make fall one of the best times to catch bass. Our pros break down how cooling temperatures, baitfish movements, and changing patterns affect fish behavior so you can stay on the bite all autumn long.

Shane LeHew is a Bassmaster Elite Series pro with a strong track record of consistency and multiple top finishes on tour. A former Bassmaster College Series standout, he successfully transitioned to the highest level of competition. Known for his versatility and steady presence, LeHew continues t...

Seth Feider is a Bassmaster Elite Series pro known for his signature mustache and standout smallmouth expertise. He captured the 2021 Bassmaster Angler of the Year title, cementing his place among the sport’s top competitors. With multiple Elite Series wins, Feider has built a reputation as both ...

Pete "The Dean" Gluszek is a veteran in the fishing industry and co-founder of Bass University.

Patrick Walters is a standout Bassmaster Elite Series pro known for his forward-facing sonar skills and consistency on tour. He has secured multiple Elite Series victories, including a dominant wire-to-wire win on Lake Fork in 2020. Walters’ adaptability and modern approach to tournament fishing ...

Bassmaster Classic Champion and former Angler of the Year, Mike Iaconelli is a decorated pro whose passion and high-energy personality have made him one of the most influential figures in the sport. Co Founder of Bass University.

Matt Arey is a seasoned Bassmaster Elite Series pro with multiple tour-level victories to his name. Renowned for his finesse fishing skills and consistency, he has been a steady force on the national tournament scene for over a decade. Arey’s experience and adaptability make him a respected compe...

Mark Zona, widely known as “Z,” is one of the most recognizable personalities in bass fishing. While he competed professionally, he’s best known as the longtime co-host of The Bassmasters TV show and host of Zona’s Awesome Fishing Show. With his humor, energy, and deep knowledge of the sport, Zon...

A rising star on the Bassmaster Elite Series, Lee Livesay has earned multiple wins including a record-setting victory on Lake Fork, showcasing his skill and consistency on big-bass waters.

An emerging talent on the Bassmaster Elite Series, Kyle Patrick is a Bassmaster Open Champion and has already impressed with strong performances and is part of the next wave of young anglers making their mark.

Widely regarded as the greatest tournament angler of all time, Kevin VanDam (aka KVD) is a four-time Bassmaster Classic Champion and seven-time Bassmaster Angler of the Year, with over 25 major tour victories.

Jordan Lee is a two-time Bassmaster Classic champion, winning back-to-back titles in 2017 and 2018. He has also found major success on the Major League Fishing Bass Pro Tour, showcasing his consistency against the best in the sport. Known for his calm demeanor and clutch performances, Lee is cons...

Known as one of the best shallow-water fishermen in the game, John Cox has multiple wins across the Bassmaster, FLW, and Major League Fishing circuits, along with an FLW Tour Angler of the Year title.

Making history as one of the youngest angler to ever win a Bassmaster Elite Series event, Jay Przekurat is quickly building a reputation as one of the brightest young stars in professional bass fishing.

Jason Christie is a highly accomplished Bassmaster Elite Series pro with multiple career wins at the top level of professional bass fishing. He claimed the 2022 Bassmaster Classic title, one of the sport’s most prestigious achievements. Known for his versatility and competitive drive, Christie is...

Jared Lintner is a veteran professional angler with a long career on both the Bassmaster Elite Series and Major League Fishing tours. Known for his laid-back California roots and gritty fishing style, he has earned multiple top finishes against the best in the sport. Lintner’s consistency and pas...

Hank Cherry is a Bassmaster Elite Series pro best known for winning back-to-back Bassmaster Classic titles in 2020 and 2021. His mastery with jerkbaits and ability to perform under pressure have made him a standout on the professional circuit. Cherry’s achievements have cemented his place as one ...

The “Hack Attack” is one of the most feared anglers on tour. He is the 2014 Bassmaster Angler of the Year, Greg Hackney has claimed wins on the Bassmaster Elite Series, FLW Tour, and Major League Fishing, proving his versatility across every major trail.

Gerald Swindle, also known as "G-Man," is a professional bass fisherman with a colorful personality. He has won multiple titles, including the Bassmaster Angler of the Year in 2004 and 2016, and is fan-favorite for his humorous approach to fishing and life. He attributes a good deal of his succes...

Drew Gill is one of the youngest rising stars in Major League Fishing, quickly making a name for himself with his advanced forward-facing sonar skills. Despite his age, he has already earned respect for his technical approach and ability to compete against seasoned pros. Gill’s talent and modern ...

Carl Jocumsen is a Bassmaster Elite Series pro and the first Australian angler to compete at the sport’s highest level. He made history in 2019 by becoming the first Australian to win an Elite Series event, inspiring fans around the world. Known for his perseverance, positive attitude, and global...

A Bassmaster Elite Series Champion and tidal water specialist, Bryan Schmitt has multiple professional victories and is known for his consistency and skill across diverse fisheries.

The “Prodigy” is a two-time Bassmaster Angler of the Year, Brandon Palaniuk has racked up multiple Elite Series victories and solidified his reputation as one of the most dominant anglers of his generation.

Brandon Cobb is a Bassmaster Elite Series pro who has quickly made his mark with multiple Elite Series victories. Known for his versatility, he excels in a wide range of fisheries across the country. Cobb’s skill and consistency have established him as one of the rising stars in professional bass...

A versatile pro with victories at every level, Bobby Lane cemented his place in bass fishing history by winning the 2022 REDCREST Championship on Major League Fishing’s biggest stage.

"Dolla" Bill Lowen is a longtime Bassmaster Elite Series pro admired for his shallow-water expertise and consistency on tour. He earned his first Elite Series victory in 2021 after years of close finishes and steady performances. Known for his dedication and blue-collar work ethic, Lowen is a fan...

Ben Milliken is a Bassmaster Open Champion and one of the most popular fishing influencers in the sport.