Takedown Sportfishing offers Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean fishing charters out of Norfolk, Virginia, led by Captain Chris Martin, a USCG-licensed captain who grew up in Ocean View fishing these waters since childhood. Chris has competed in numerous fishing tournaments, spent several years as a commercial fisherman, and holds deep knowledge of both inshore and offshore fishing before turning his passion into a charter business.

Chris is a member of the Norfolk Angler’s Club and the Virginia Charter Boat Association, and balances running Takedown Sportfishing with a 14-year teaching career following his graduation from Virginia Tech. The business targets a wide range of Chesapeake Bay and coastal species, including Cobia, Striped Bass (Rockfish), Flounder, Tautog, Spadefish, Triggerfish, and Sheepshead, giving anglers plenty of options depending on the season.

Every charter accommodates up to 6 passengers, and guest reviews consistently describe Chris as a hardworking, experienced captain who goes out of his way to deliver a great day on the water.

For anglers looking for an experienced, community-connected fishing charter out of Norfolk, targeting a wide range of Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic species, Takedown Sportfishing offers a well-reviewed operation with Captain Chris Martin.