Of course, there are lots of other things about casting to learn. But what we have covered will allow you to develop your casting and maybe even catch a fish. Here are some ideas to help you keep learning as you enjoy this sport. Go out and rent anybody's casting video. Look for the basic elements we have been working on.
All instructors have different teaching methods.
Sometimes using a different phrase or name for a movement or action makes more sense to an engineer type than to a poet. Give it a shot. Maybe the light will turn on. Gloves for fishing do help. Tons of gloves are available.