· Established in June 2006

· Covering a radius of 150 miles from Birmingham

· Providing both accredited and non accredited courses to all ages and abilities

· Local Centre of Community Sports Leadership 2008-2009

· 4 Level II professional angling coach members

· 8 Level I assistant angling coach members

· 40 registered volunteers

· 8 Sports Leader UK Level I volunteer leader members

· 30 Young Leader volunteer members

· 4 commercial fisheries are also members

· Alain Parsons of First Aid Techniques

· ABC – The Alliance for Black Children

· Many tackle dealers also support our aims and goals

The Academy aims to:

Promote the sport of fishing to all age groups and all levels of ability.

Advance the education and development of young people and adults using angling as `the vehicle` by providing accredited courses and pathways.

· Young Leader Award

· Level 1 Award in Sports Leadership

· Level 2 Award in Community Sports Leadership

Free Taster sessions

· Corporate days

· Birthday/retirement gifts

· Individual/group tuition

· Accredited courses

· Junior clubs

· Training new coaches

· Hints `n` tips e-book

· Mentoring

· Advice on tackle / bait