Raised in Tampa, Capt. Sergio Atanes holds a 100 Ton USCG Master Captain’s license and has over 40 years of experience fishing the local waters of West Central Florida. Capt. Sergio picked up his first home made fishing rod at the age of four and soon developed a passion for the sport, expanding his fishing knowledge and skills over the last 40 years.
Operating as a full-time captain since 1980, his depth of knowledge, patience, and sense of humor makes a day on the water most enjoyable for everyone from novice to expert.
Fishing School
The school was started in 1992 to educate both the novice and expert. His school has graduated over 4,000 students since 1992, many students have become tournament winners and even captains over the years, getting their start with Capt. Sergio’s Saltwater Fishing School.
TV and Radio
- 18 years on ESPN Radio. Currently has a hispanic radio show on
- Super Q 1300AM covering all the major markets in the USA and South America
Capt. Sergio contributes monthly fishing articles for:
- Woods n Water
- Coastal Angler
- Marine Times magazine
- Florida Mariner
He is a member of the:
- Florida Outdoor Writers Association (FOWA),
- National Association of Charter Boat Operators (NACO),
- Florida Guides Association (FGA)