What is The Bass University In-Class Training?
Each day of The Bass University in-class training event features 3 current or former bass fishing top-level tournament anglers. Each instructor will present 2 unique classes for a total of 6 seminars each day in a classroom setting. Each seminar is scheduled to be approximately 45+ minutes and covers cutting-edge bass fishing tactics, techniques, and tackle. Student discounts are available for anyone 18 or younger, students enrolled in college, as well as The Bass University members.
All students also receive a loaded gift bag full of tackle and special offers from our sponsors.

Student Testimonials
Athens, TX - January 10-11, 2026
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What Is Bass University In-Class Training?
- 6 In-depth classes, about 45 minutes in length each day (2 classes each from 3 tournament pros)
- Breakout sessions where you can ask your questions directly to the pros
- Special gifts & promotions
We'll be announcing more details about presenters and topics as we finalize details.
Saturday Instructors & Class Topics
- Andrew Loberg
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Bassin’ the Grass
- West Coast Meets East Coast
- Dakota Ebare
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Glidebait Confidence
- The Lessons Along the Way
- Caleb Sumrall
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Attacking the Spawn
- Seasonal Spinnerbait Strategies
Sunday Instructors & Class Topics
- Todd Castledine
Strike King Pro- The Hybrid Hunter
- Sight Fishing 101
- Lee Livesay
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Playbook on Consistency
- The Jig Saw
- Pake South
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Jerkbait with FFS
- Summertime Big Wormin’
DISCLAIMER: If any scheduled pro is unable to attend their announced location, Bass University will substitute the most comparable replacement instructor available.
DISCLAIMER: Ticket purchases are final, there are no refunds. If you are unable to attend, we can switch tickets for a future event.
Saturday Schedule
7:00 - 7:45 AM – Registration/ Check In7:50 - 8:00AM- Welcome Peter Gluszek “The Dean”
8:00 - 8:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 1
8:45 - 9:00AM- Break
9:00 - 9:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 1
9:45 - 10:00AM- Break
10:00 - 10:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 1
10:45 - 11:00AM- Break
11:00 -11:45 AM- Round Table (This is your chance to get face-to-face with your favorite angler and ask your questions)
12:00 - 12:55 PM- Lunch
1:00 - 1:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 2
1:45 - 2:00 PM -Break
2:00 - 2:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 2
2:45 - 3:00 PM- Break
3:00 - 3:45 PM SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 3
3:45 - 4:00 PM- Break
4:00 - 4:45 PM- Q&A Session (Ask your questions to all 3 Pro Anglers)
5:00 PM- Thank you for coming!
Sunday Schedule
7:00 - 7:45 AM – Registration/ Check In7:50 - 8:00AM- Welcome Peter Gluszek “The Dean”
8:00 - 8:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 1
8:45 - 9:00AM- Break
9:00 - 9:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 1
9:45 - 10:00AM- Break
10:00 - 10:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 1
10:45 - 11:00AM- Break
11:00 -11:45 AM- Round Table (This is your chance to get face-to-face with your favorite angler and ask your questions)
12:00 - 12:55 PM- Lunch
1:00 - 1:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 2
1:45 - 2:00 PM -Break
2:00 - 2:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 2
2:45 - 3:00 PM- Break
3:00 - 3:45 PM SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 3
3:45 - 4:00 PM- Break
4:00 - 4:45 PM- Q&A Session (Ask your questions to all 3 Pro Anglers)
5:00 PM- Thank you for coming!
Location
Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center (https://tpwd.texas.gov/spdest/visitorcenters/tffc/)Directions: From Loop 7 outside Athens, take F.M. 2495 east about 3 miles. After crossing Lake Athens, take the second right (Peninsula Point Drive, CR 4812). Drive 0.2 mile along the chain-link fence on your left and turn left through Gate E. Drive straight ahead to the parking lot; the Conservation Center is the first building on the left.
Hotel Information
Best Western Plus Royal Mountain Inn & Suite 1814 State Highway 31 EastAthens, TX 75751
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1119 East Tyler Street
Athens, TX 75751
Anderson, SC - January 17-18, 2026
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What Is Bass University In-Class Training?
- 6 In-depth classes, about 45 minutes in length each day (2 classes each from 3 tournament pros)
- Breakout sessions where you can ask your questions directly to the pros
- Special gifts & promotions
We'll be announcing more details about presenters and topics as we finalize details.
Saturday Instructors & Class Topics
- Hunter Shryock
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Maxscent for Largemouth
- Perfect Practice Strategies
- Emil Wagner
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Finesse Approach for Herring Lakes
- Summertime Topwater Strategies
- Bryan New
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Cold Water Cranking
- Topwater Nuances
Sunday Instructors & Class Topics
- John Crews
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Foolproof Flipping
- Decoding Bass Behavior
- Bryan Schmitt
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Shallow Water FFS
- Breaking Down River Systems
- Cole Sands
Bassmaster Elite Series Pro- Breaking Down Highland Reservoirs
- Attacking Matted Vegetation
DISCLAIMER: If any scheduled pro is unable to attend their announced location, Bass University will substitute the most comparable replacement instructor available.
DISCLAIMER: Ticket purchases are final, there are no refunds. If you are unable to attend, we can switch tickets for a future event.
Saturday Schedule
7:00 - 7:45 AM – Registration/ Check In7:50 - 8:00AM- Welcome Peter Gluszek “The Dean”
8:00 - 8:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 1
8:45 - 9:00AM- Break
9:00 - 9:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 1
9:45 - 10:00AM- Break
10:00 - 10:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 1
10:45 - 11:00AM- Break
11:00 -11:45 AM- Round Table (This is your chance to get face-to-face with your favorite angler and ask your questions)
12:00 - 12:55 PM- Lunch
1:00 - 1:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 2
1:45 - 2:00 PM -Break
2:00 - 2:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 2
2:45 - 3:00 PM- Break
3:00 - 3:45 PM SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 3
3:45 - 4:00 PM- Break
4:00 - 4:45 PM- Q&A Session (Ask your questions to all 3 Pro Anglers)
5:00 PM- Thank you for coming!
Sunday Schedule
7:00 - 7:45 AM – Registration/ Check In7:50 - 8:00AM- Welcome Peter Gluszek “The Dean”
8:00 - 8:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 1
8:45 - 9:00AM- Break
9:00 - 9:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 1
9:45 - 10:00AM- Break
10:00 - 10:45 AM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 1
10:45 - 11:00AM- Break
11:00 -11:45 AM- Round Table (This is your chance to get face-to-face with your favorite angler and ask your questions)
12:00 - 12:55 PM- Lunch
1:00 - 1:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 1 TOPIC 2
1:45 - 2:00 PM -Break
2:00 - 2:45 PM- SEMINAR SPEAKER 2 TOPIC 2
2:45 - 3:00 PM- Break
3:00 - 3:45 PM SEMINAR SPEAKER 3 TOPIC 3
3:45 - 4:00 PM- Break
4:00 - 4:45 PM- Q&A Session (Ask your questions to all 3 Pro Anglers)
5:00 PM- Thank you for coming!
Location
Hilton Garden Inn and Destination Point Event Center 115 Destination BoulevardAnderson, SC 29621
Hotel Information
Hilton Garden Inn and Destination Point Event Center 115 Destination BoulevardAnderson, SC 29621


