Saltwater Edge Surf Psychology - Bass Class

An in-depth, multi-week virtual surfcasting seminar focused on mindset, conditions, and decision-making in the surf.

The Saltwater Edge has partnered with Frank Goncalves to deliver an exclusively online surfcasting seminar series built around how and why surf anglers succeed. With over 20 years of experience fishing the Northeast, Frank is one of the most respected voices in surfcasting clubs and shows. This virtual format allows for deeper, more nuanced discussions than a one-night talk. The series covers tides, structure, fish behavior, and the often overlooked mental side of surf fishing. There is no universal path to success in the surf, and this course is built around learning how to read situations and adapt. Classes will be at 6:30pm.

Key Features

• Four-week virtual seminar series focused on surfcasting in the Northeast
• Taught by Frank Goncalves, a highly sought-after surfcasting speaker
• Emphasis on understanding conditions, fish behavior, and decision-making
• Detailed breakdowns of plugs, profiles, size, and color selection
• Strong focus on mindset and the psychology behind surf success
• Designed for anglers looking for deeper understanding, not shortcuts

Rigging & Use

• Apply concepts on tides, wind, and water movement to real-time surf conditions
• Use the plug-focused lessons to build confidence in lure selection and presentation
• Practice process-of-elimination strategies to know when to stay or move
• Focus on long-term habits and seasonal goals rather than nightly results

Week 1 2.18.2026 -  Understanding What You’re Throwing The most thorough and comprehensive breakdown, from a plugs’ guts to gaining confidence in throwing it. Know what you’re throwing | Creating Confidence Plugs | Profile / Size | Color

Week 2 2.25.2026 - Water, Tides, Wind & Fish Behavior. We can’t control the conditions or fish behavior, but we can learn to read what is unfolding in front of us and respond in ways that increase our chances of success. Light Pollution | Problem Solving | Moon Phase | Tide Speed  |  Fish Don’t always have to eat

Week 3 3.4.26 - Mindset The psychology of surf-success. Success happens in the water but is formed off the water. Approach | Healthy Obsession |  Going with your gut  | Superstition | Adjusting on the fly Managing Expectations (Most PBs don’t come easy)

Week 4 3.11.2026 - Process of Elimination & Changes, Getting a better understanding, When to call it. Giving up on areas, switching tides. Cutting Ties with Spots | Learning New Patterns | Good Habits  | Making seasonal goals and themes (not nightly or you might get discouraged)

Classes will be held via Zoom, Zoom invites will be sent out the day of the first class.

Why We Like It

This series goes beyond where to stand and what to throw. It digs into how experienced surfcasters think, adjust, and manage expectations over time. The multi-week format allows ideas to build naturally and makes this one of the most thorough surfcasting seminars we have seen.

Grab a discounted ticket to the SWEducation Surf Expo by signing up for this seminar series!