Meet Peter Lami

Peter Lami's connection to fly fishing runs deep. He spends more than 120 days each year on the water—from trout streams in the Greater Yellowstone region to the Lowcountry's redfish flats and the tarpon waters of the Florida Keys. For Peter, fly fishing isn't just a pastime; it's a lifelong passion he loves sharing with others.

Mentoring & Coaching

Peter's approach to mentoring is rooted in the lessons he learned from his own mentor, the legendary Gordy Hill. Today, he carries that tradition forward by helping anglers of all skill levels build confidence, develop practical skills, and deepen their appreciation for the sport. Through one-on-one coaching and on-the-water instruction, he shares the knowledge, patience, and passion that were shared with him.

What People Are Saying

  • ”Peter Lami has reimagined Gammel’s 5 Essentials and I have to say Lami’s 5 Variables (5V’s) offers new insights into fly casting mechanics that every new Certified Instruction should take note of.

    It is also noteworthy that Peter is a FFI Examiner. I’m sure you can imagine the intense test anxiety of the Candidates. No problem. Peter uses his super power to calm everybody down with a good sense of humor.”

    —Rick Williams

  • “The SE Council of Fly Fishers Int’l has nominated Peter Lami for the prestigious Mentor of the Year 2026 Award!

    Peter has mentored over 20+ fly casters to the Certified Instructor level and along the way created a better way of coaching that I believe is the START of something big."

    Peter has studied all the greats in fly casting—past and present—and found a way to offer new insights on how to teach casting.

    — Rene Hesse

  • "Knowing how to find fish is only half the battle for a saltwater guide; teaching your client to reach them is the real challenge. When I realized I needed to elevate my teaching game, Peter was the answer.

    His mentorship through the FFI casting instructor program completely redefined my career. He gave me the framework to effectively coach anglers of all levels, whether we're in the middle of a trip or at a formal casting school.”

    — Capt Shannon O’Quinn