Next course dates NEW - Fast Track Beginner Training
Puppy Socialisation - Free of charge when you enrol for the beginner course
Times
8.00 - 8.30 pm, Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
8:00 - 8:30 pm Fridays at Oadby between September and May and at Brockshill Country Park between June and September. (the training days may change in the summer so please ring before coming)
Puppies experience a critical period between 4-12 weeks of age and in an ideal world puppies would be matched for age, aptitude, maturity and many other factors. Therefore it is common for puppies of different breeds that are the same age to be at different stages of development. It is what you do during a social encounter that is of greater importance.
This is an informal session where owners and dogs can familiarise themselves with the environment, people and other dogs. You can also enrol for the Beginners and chat to trainers about any concerns you may have as well as talk to other members.
Remember puppy training should be undertaken a soon as the vaccinations are complete and training should be geared to provide a non pressured and relaxed atmosphere. Early socialisation and early training will ensure that your puppy grows up confident and does not pick up bad habits. Socialising puppies is not a complex task but allowing a puppy to learn unhindered and without interference can be quite arduous for owners.
Free Lead and Collar Training
As part of our socialisation training we will offer a free service to owners to teach your dogs to accept the lead and collar.
(back to course related questions) Further information about puppy training
Beginner Class NEW - Fast Track Beginner Training
Times
7.00 - 8.00pm Fridays at Oadby - Does not apply to July-September course
7:00 - 8:00pm Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
Please note that enrolments from any dog that constitutes a "dangerous dog" such as the Pit Bull Terrier or a similar cross will not be accepted for legal reasons.
This is a 6/7 week course for any dog that is fully vaccinated. Ideally all dogs on this course will be assessed prior to commencement and numbers are limited to enable trainers to focus on individuals and provide quality training. If you experience problems a short private consultation can be offered on request.
The maximum limit for dogs is set at 12, however if we happen to be aware of difficult dogs in particular classes numbers will be restricted yet further. We do not believe in overloading ourselves and wish this experience to be a positive one for you and your dog. The general tutor - dog ratio is 1:4, however this may vary from time to time given illness.
In the summer we offer an outdoor training course at Brockshill Country Park, a short distance from the Oadby club. We also offer outdoor training at Stonton Wyville for Church Langton members.
All courses are planned in advance and evaluated regularly, enabling us to maintain our high standards of training. A certificate will be awarded on completion of this course. (back to courses related questions) Further information about puppy training
Areas covered in the Beginner Class
The areas covered within this class include: not pulling, sitting , lying down, stand (optional), coming back when off the lead, socialisation, dominance, health, and general welfare. The beginner course will enable you to give your dog a well balance, non- pressured learning experience resulting in a fruitful relation between dog and owner. However this course is only the beginning.
"Understanding your dog" - presentation by Nij Vyas
Through out the year there will be several two hour presentations looking at how dogs think, why they react in a certain way in certain situations, the myth behind the concept of dominance, Nij's theory of Passive Resistance, minimising stress in dogs and much more. The presentation is normally free although at certain venues there may be a nominal charge of £1pp to cover the cost of hiring the hall.
Greater detail on the topics discussed during the presentation are contained in my book "Sheepdog Training and Trials" which is available for sale from this site.
If you are a pet business, charity or veterinary practice and would like to book a talk please email me. (back to course related questions)
Intermediate One
Times
8.30- 9.30pm Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
7:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesdays at Oadby
This is a 6/7 weeks course for people who have attended the Beginners course, and provides the opportunity for members to consolidate their training and to progress onto higher level exercises to enable a smooth transition into the advanced class. (courses we offer)
Areas to be covered on the Intermediate one course
This class will firstly focus on consolidating the training done in the beginner class and thereafter focus on work related exercises that will provide your dog will mental stimulation and decision making. Exercises will include scent, retrieve, human scent, stop on recall, advanced stays up to two minutes, heal-work off the lead (where appropriate), clicker training (not routine). There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in a Kennel club type "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards the Bertie Foundation and Advanced certificated awards.
Foundation Award - download here for details
Advanced award - download here for details
(back to course related questions)
Intermediate Two
Times
8:30 - 9:30pm Fridays at Oadby only
This is a class for people who just want a night out with their dogs and have a little fun but also want to train their dogs to a higher level. The session although will focus on more advanced exercises than Intermediate One and providing the dogs with valuable mental stimulation there will however always be an element of fun. There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in a Kennel club type "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards the Bertie Foundation and Advanced certificated awards.(courses we offer)
Areas to be covered on Intermediate Two Course
Exercises will include scent, retrieve, human scent, stop on recall, advanced stays up to two minutes, heal-work off the lead (where appropriate), clicker training (not routine), games nights, quiz's and so on. There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in the APDT "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards a puppy an foundation awards (courses we offer)
Summer Outdoor Beginner and Intermediate Courses
During the months of June through to September training will take place outdoors. The Oadby sessions will be held at Brockshill Country Park and The Church Langton sessions will be held at Stonton Wyville. To allow for people going on holiday we may run two short (5/6 week courses in the summer). The day on which these courses are held may change so please contact us in advance. (back to course related questions)
See also understanding your dog's natural abilities
Sheep Socialisation Taster and Awareness Session – Cost £25pp for a group of 5/6 people
These taster sessions will be offered to each Beginner and Intermediate classes at both venues and places will be restricted. If you are interested then please see Nij or Jo and book a place early.
The session will last 2 ½ hours and will include:
A demonstration of basic to advanced obedience required when walking your dog outdoors in the countryside
Practical applications of the above with sheep
A Short demonstration of how a pack of dogs function
A short demonstration of Nij and his Border Collies working sheep.
Understanding your dog's natural abilities and learning about dog psychology
Advanced training: recall, whistle, stand down, pressure off technique etc
Non verbal signals to look for to enable you to deal with level one behaviour
Applications of dominance to achieve better behaviour and pack leader status (back to course related questions)
See also: Nij Vyas Sheepdog Experience and Sheep Socialisation and One-One Training
Understanding your dogs natural abilities
Have you ever wondered why your perfectly calm well behaved dog suddenly changes personality as soon as it sets foot outside your front door?
Many dogs behave uncharacteristically when outdoors and if you find that your daily walks are plagued with problems such as your dog running off into hedges or another field or after other dogs, rabbits, or even displays aggression towards other dogs then the following sessions are for you.
Following a thorough assessment of you and your dog's needs we will offer the following sessions exploring the natural abilities of your dog and how to manage the difficulties when you are out and about in the wonderful British countryside.
A home visit lasting approximately 3 hours, working through your assessment and showing you various techniques designed to alleviate your problems
Three subsequent hour long sessions either at your home, local park or walk or at Stonton Wyville
The emphasis will not be on control, rather you will be taught the finer points, of what to expect during walks, how to predict problems and keep your dog safe and at the same time managing your own stress levels and maximising your enjoyment. Ways of working your dogs will also be explored so that the pleasure they get from their walks is maximised. (back to course related questions)
How long will it take for me to train my dog
We encourage members to stay for a minimum of two courses i.e. beginner and Intermediate one as during this time period your dog will undergo several changes and development stages. The training in the Intermediate class changes slightly to account for our dogs growing mentally stronger, becoming more challenging and coming to terms with their natural instincts. Simply attending one beginner course is nearly not enough. The longer you train your dog the better your bond with it will be.
Dogs that are easy during the beginner course may well become harder as they reach puberty. By staying on longer we will be in a better position to help, advise and support. you and your dog. A discount is offered to members who enrol for both courses in advance. (back to course related questions)
The "little dogs" myth
Fact - I deal with more clients who have problems with little dogs than large ones
Fact - Little dogs are far more spoilt than larger breeds
Fact - More medium to large dogs stay on for Intermediate and further training
Fact - I deal with more aggression from little dogs than big ones
Fact - Little dogs can use their legs and don't need picking up all the time
Some of the best behaved dogs we have ever had in our Intermediate two class, not to mention the cutest, have been small breeds such as West Highland Terriers, Cocker Spaniels, Yorkshire Terriers and Poodles. These however have been far and few. On the whole owners with small breeds do not appear to be as committed to their dogs training as people with larger breeds. We aim to change this. Dogs may vary in size but their brains and instincts function in the same way. (back to course related questions)
Training to provide mental stimulation
I believe the main reason for wanting to training your dogs should be to provide it with mental stimulation. A dog whose mental welfare and working or natural instincts are catered for become naturally obedient and more loyal than dogs that are forced to comply through other means. Strangely people are the same.
Our Intermediate two class is for owners who want to achieve the above. We teach you to understand your dogs, their needs and how you can best meet them. Our longest serving member was a lady with a fourteen year old Toy Poodle who sadly passed away in March 2011. Our club offered "Tipsy", routine, problem solving skills and ability to think and make decisions, and plenty of fun. In short this experience is called "work" (back to course related questions)
Puppy Socialisation - Free of charge when you enrol for the beginner course
Times
8.00 - 8.30 pm, Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
8:00 - 8:30 pm Fridays at Oadby between September and May and at Brockshill Country Park between June and September. (the training days may change in the summer so please ring before coming)
Puppies experience a critical period between 4-12 weeks of age and in an ideal world puppies would be matched for age, aptitude, maturity and many other factors. Therefore it is common for puppies of different breeds that are the same age to be at different stages of development. It is what you do during a social encounter that is of greater importance.
This is an informal session where owners and dogs can familiarise themselves with the environment, people and other dogs. You can also enrol for the Beginners and chat to trainers about any concerns you may have as well as talk to other members.
Remember puppy training should be undertaken a soon as the vaccinations are complete and training should be geared to provide a non pressured and relaxed atmosphere. Early socialisation and early training will ensure that your puppy grows up confident and does not pick up bad habits. Socialising puppies is not a complex task but allowing a puppy to learn unhindered and without interference can be quite arduous for owners.
Free Lead and Collar Training
As part of our socialisation training we will offer a free service to owners to teach your dogs to accept the lead and collar.
(back to course related questions) Further information about puppy training
Beginner Class NEW - Fast Track Beginner Training
Times
7.00 - 8.00pm Fridays at Oadby - Does not apply to July-September course
7:00 - 8:00pm Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
Please note that enrolments from any dog that constitutes a "dangerous dog" such as the Pit Bull Terrier or a similar cross will not be accepted for legal reasons.
This is a 6/7 week course for any dog that is fully vaccinated. Ideally all dogs on this course will be assessed prior to commencement and numbers are limited to enable trainers to focus on individuals and provide quality training. If you experience problems a short private consultation can be offered on request.
The maximum limit for dogs is set at 12, however if we happen to be aware of difficult dogs in particular classes numbers will be restricted yet further. We do not believe in overloading ourselves and wish this experience to be a positive one for you and your dog. The general tutor - dog ratio is 1:4, however this may vary from time to time given illness.
In the summer we offer an outdoor training course at Brockshill Country Park, a short distance from the Oadby club. We also offer outdoor training at Stonton Wyville for Church Langton members.
All courses are planned in advance and evaluated regularly, enabling us to maintain our high standards of training. A certificate will be awarded on completion of this course. (back to courses related questions) Further information about puppy training
Areas covered in the Beginner Class
The areas covered within this class include: not pulling, sitting , lying down, stand (optional), coming back when off the lead, socialisation, dominance, health, and general welfare. The beginner course will enable you to give your dog a well balance, non- pressured learning experience resulting in a fruitful relation between dog and owner. However this course is only the beginning.
"Understanding your dog" - presentation by Nij Vyas
Through out the year there will be several two hour presentations looking at how dogs think, why they react in a certain way in certain situations, the myth behind the concept of dominance, Nij's theory of Passive Resistance, minimising stress in dogs and much more. The presentation is normally free although at certain venues there may be a nominal charge of £1pp to cover the cost of hiring the hall.
Greater detail on the topics discussed during the presentation are contained in my book "Sheepdog Training and Trials" which is available for sale from this site.
If you are a pet business, charity or veterinary practice and would like to book a talk please email me. (back to course related questions)
Intermediate One
Times
8.30- 9.30pm Thursdays at Church Langton Community Hall
7:30 - 8:30 pm Wednesdays at Oadby
This is a 6/7 weeks course for people who have attended the Beginners course, and provides the opportunity for members to consolidate their training and to progress onto higher level exercises to enable a smooth transition into the advanced class. (courses we offer)
Areas to be covered on the Intermediate one course
This class will firstly focus on consolidating the training done in the beginner class and thereafter focus on work related exercises that will provide your dog will mental stimulation and decision making. Exercises will include scent, retrieve, human scent, stop on recall, advanced stays up to two minutes, heal-work off the lead (where appropriate), clicker training (not routine). There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in a Kennel club type "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards the Bertie Foundation and Advanced certificated awards.
Foundation Award - download here for details
Advanced award - download here for details
(back to course related questions)
Intermediate Two
Times
8:30 - 9:30pm Fridays at Oadby only
This is a class for people who just want a night out with their dogs and have a little fun but also want to train their dogs to a higher level. The session although will focus on more advanced exercises than Intermediate One and providing the dogs with valuable mental stimulation there will however always be an element of fun. There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in a Kennel club type "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards the Bertie Foundation and Advanced certificated awards.(courses we offer)
Areas to be covered on Intermediate Two Course
Exercises will include scent, retrieve, human scent, stop on recall, advanced stays up to two minutes, heal-work off the lead (where appropriate), clicker training (not routine), games nights, quiz's and so on. There will also be an opportunity for members to participate in the APDT "Good Citizen Test" whereby they can work towards a puppy an foundation awards (courses we offer)
Summer Outdoor Beginner and Intermediate Courses
During the months of June through to September training will take place outdoors. The Oadby sessions will be held at Brockshill Country Park and The Church Langton sessions will be held at Stonton Wyville. To allow for people going on holiday we may run two short (5/6 week courses in the summer). The day on which these courses are held may change so please contact us in advance. (back to course related questions)
See also understanding your dog's natural abilities
Sheep Socialisation Taster and Awareness Session – Cost £25pp for a group of 5/6 people
These taster sessions will be offered to each Beginner and Intermediate classes at both venues and places will be restricted. If you are interested then please see Nij or Jo and book a place early.
The session will last 2 ½ hours and will include:
A demonstration of basic to advanced obedience required when walking your dog outdoors in the countryside
Practical applications of the above with sheep
A Short demonstration of how a pack of dogs function
A short demonstration of Nij and his Border Collies working sheep.
Understanding your dog's natural abilities and learning about dog psychology
Advanced training: recall, whistle, stand down, pressure off technique etc
Non verbal signals to look for to enable you to deal with level one behaviour
Applications of dominance to achieve better behaviour and pack leader status (back to course related questions)
See also: Nij Vyas Sheepdog Experience and Sheep Socialisation and One-One Training
Understanding your dogs natural abilities
Have you ever wondered why your perfectly calm well behaved dog suddenly changes personality as soon as it sets foot outside your front door?
Many dogs behave uncharacteristically when outdoors and if you find that your daily walks are plagued with problems such as your dog running off into hedges or another field or after other dogs, rabbits, or even displays aggression towards other dogs then the following sessions are for you.
Following a thorough assessment of you and your dog's needs we will offer the following sessions exploring the natural abilities of your dog and how to manage the difficulties when you are out and about in the wonderful British countryside.
A home visit lasting approximately 3 hours, working through your assessment and showing you various techniques designed to alleviate your problems
Three subsequent hour long sessions either at your home, local park or walk or at Stonton Wyville
The emphasis will not be on control, rather you will be taught the finer points, of what to expect during walks, how to predict problems and keep your dog safe and at the same time managing your own stress levels and maximising your enjoyment. Ways of working your dogs will also be explored so that the pleasure they get from their walks is maximised. (back to course related questions)
How long will it take for me to train my dog
We encourage members to stay for a minimum of two courses i.e. beginner and Intermediate one as during this time period your dog will undergo several changes and development stages. The training in the Intermediate class changes slightly to account for our dogs growing mentally stronger, becoming more challenging and coming to terms with their natural instincts. Simply attending one beginner course is nearly not enough. The longer you train your dog the better your bond with it will be.
Dogs that are easy during the beginner course may well become harder as they reach puberty. By staying on longer we will be in a better position to help, advise and support. you and your dog. A discount is offered to members who enrol for both courses in advance. (back to course related questions)
The "little dogs" myth
Fact - I deal with more clients who have problems with little dogs than large ones
Fact - Little dogs are far more spoilt than larger breeds
Fact - More medium to large dogs stay on for Intermediate and further training
Fact - I deal with more aggression from little dogs than big ones
Fact - Little dogs can use their legs and don't need picking up all the time
Some of the best behaved dogs we have ever had in our Intermediate two class, not to mention the cutest, have been small breeds such as West Highland Terriers, Cocker Spaniels, Yorkshire Terriers and Poodles. These however have been far and few. On the whole owners with small breeds do not appear to be as committed to their dogs training as people with larger breeds. We aim to change this. Dogs may vary in size but their brains and instincts function in the same way. (back to course related questions)
Training to provide mental stimulation
I believe the main reason for wanting to training your dogs should be to provide it with mental stimulation. A dog whose mental welfare and working or natural instincts are catered for become naturally obedient and more loyal than dogs that are forced to comply through other means. Strangely people are the same.
Our Intermediate two class is for owners who want to achieve the above. We teach you to understand your dogs, their needs and how you can best meet them. Our longest serving member was a lady with a fourteen year old Toy Poodle who sadly passed away in March 2011. Our club offered "Tipsy", routine, problem solving skills and ability to think and make decisions, and plenty of fun. In short this experience is called "work" (back to course related questions)
Dog Training Course Details
Tel: 01162 920315 or Mobile: 07530 439 561
Email: nij@bertiedogs.com
Tipsy aged 14 years came to Bertie as a puppy
What success can I expect?
We have been working with difficult dogs and puppies for over twenty years and over this time we have developed many techniques and methods to tackle some of the most complex problems. Our client testimonials demonstrate the high level of success and satisfied clients we have and we continue to receive recommendations from people not only in Leicestershire but nationally due to the unique services that we offer. Our priority is always to minimise the stress impact on the dogs and their owners and we teach you to understand your dogs rather than emphasise changing them. If our assessment reveals that a visit is not appropriate we will inform you of this. We work with a limited client group and a waiting list is often applied.
During the seven week Beginner course you will experience success but this does not mean your dog will be fully trained and never pose any problems. Remember no child has ever gone to school and learned to read and write in a matter of a few weeks. It is our responsibility to make the training both simple and fun for you and your dog and your responsibility to practice all elements at least 4 times a day for 5-10 minutes every day, not just for the duration of the course but thereafter. If you find elements of training difficult, and this is normal, please ask for help.
Success depends on the following:
Our ability to highlight problems and their cause/s
Our ability to put a plan of action into place to tackle the above issues
Your ability to practice several times a day the solutions identified
The nature of your dogs problem
Your age in relation to the type of breed of dog you have e.g. a seventy five year old with the two year old German Shepherd or English Mastiff
Your ability to communicate any difficulties/problems you may experience as well as successes.
Time
Realistic expectations - the process of training is far more important than the end result
The age of your dog
Any disability you or a family member may have
How consistent and committed members are
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Our belief in what we practice and preach
Our Beginner class has 5/6 trainers between 10-12 clients which I am sure you will agree is a high ratio.
Are we confident in our training methods - Yes
The methods we apply during training sessions are the same we use to train and compete with our Border Collies who have achieved considerable success all over the UK.
The secrets to achieving success are:
• Belief and positive mental attitude
• Confidence and calmness
• A willingness to practice daily over many months
• Patience
Dogs and Children
It is always a good idea to involve children in the training and care of your puppy/dog however the main responsibility has to fall on the parents. You also need to weigh up the fact that what ever your dogs gets away with regarding bad behaviour with your children will strengthen their resolve to behave in a similar fashion even with adults. In other words inconsistent handling will lead to your dog demonstrating a disregard for you and your children. We totally discourage children taking dogs out on their own without the supervision of adults. Dogs that are physically stronger than children or adults will often have little regard for their handlers. Even well trained dogs can become a liability.
In the context of the club we encourage children to participate in the puppy training process however to ensure consistency it is the parent's responsibility to ensure that they are familiar with the training methods advocated by our trainers.
Where children undertake the training solely by themselves remember this process will take considerably longer than 7-14 weeks. (back to course related questions)
Will the dog training sessions consist of puppies and adults?
It is very difficult to ensure that puppies are matched for aged and even where we have restricted classes for 12-16 week old puppies we have found that some puppies were far more advanced and boisterous than others. Puppies from different breeds mature at different rates so the most practical solution we have come up with is to run dog training sessions whereby the adult dogs and puppies are in the same venue but separated, with our top dog trainers always on hand to offer help and support our members. To date this has proved successful.
What can I expect from my dog?
Given appropriate training it is perfectly possible to achieve the following behaviour by the given ages:
6 - 10 weeks - sit, stand and lie down without commands and short stay of up to 2/3 metres
10 - 16 weeks - stay of up to 5-10 metres
16 weeks - 28 weeks - stopping puppy at a short distance in sit, stand or down position with whistle or verbal command with good recall away from major distractions.
12 months - 20 months - all of the above plus reliable recalls with major distractions such as livestock, game etc. Instant downs-stand or sits on whistle or voice command.
The above guide is for dogs that are bred for work and some dog may well be easier and more obedient earlier especially with experienced handlers and the amount of time spent training.
There is no such thing as a basic dog and therefore only undertaking basic training over a few weeks will not be sufficient.to ensure your dog stays out of trouble , especially as it reaches 6 months plus (similar to teenage years in children)
It is always a good idea to involve children in the training and care of your puppy/dog however the main responsibility has to fall on the parents. You also need to weigh up the fact that what ever your dogs gets away with regarding bad behaviour with your children will strengthen their resolve to behave in a similar fashion even with adults. In other words inconsistent handling will lead to your dog demonstrating a disregard for you and your children. We totally discourage children taking dogs out on their own without the supervision of adults. Dogs that are physically stronger than children or adults will often have little regard for their handlers. Even well trained dogs can become a liability.
In the context of the club we encourage children to participate in the puppy training process however to ensure consistency it is the parent's responsibility to ensure that they are familiar with the training methods advocated by our trainers.
Where children undertake the training solely by themselves remember this process will take considerably longer than 7-14 weeks. (back to course related questions)
Will the dog training sessions consist of puppies and adults?
It is very difficult to ensure that puppies are matched for aged and even where we have restricted classes for 12-16 week old puppies we have found that some puppies were far more advanced and boisterous than others. Puppies from different breeds mature at different rates so the most practical solution we have come up with is to run dog training sessions whereby the adult dogs and puppies are in the same venue but separated, with our top dog trainers always on hand to offer help and support our members. To date this has proved successful.
What can I expect from my dog?
Given appropriate training it is perfectly possible to achieve the following behaviour by the given ages:
6 - 10 weeks - sit, stand and lie down without commands and short stay of up to 2/3 metres
10 - 16 weeks - stay of up to 5-10 metres
16 weeks - 28 weeks - stopping puppy at a short distance in sit, stand or down position with whistle or verbal command with good recall away from major distractions.
12 months - 20 months - all of the above plus reliable recalls with major distractions such as livestock, game etc. Instant downs-stand or sits on whistle or voice command.
The above guide is for dogs that are bred for work and some dog may well be easier and more obedient earlier especially with experienced handlers and the amount of time spent training.
There is no such thing as a basic dog and therefore only undertaking basic training over a few weeks will not be sufficient.to ensure your dog stays out of trouble , especially as it reaches 6 months plus (similar to teenage years in children)
How much are the courses
Our prices have been held since 2009.
Beginner £45
Beginner and Intermediate combined £85
Intermediate one £45
Intermediate two £30 if beginner and Intermediate one completed £45 if not.
Cancellation and Refund Policy for the club courses
Places on our Beginner and Intermediate classes are restricted therefore once you have booked a place and commenced the course a refund cannot be offered. If due to unforeseen circumstances you miss a week or two then one-one support will be offered to enable you to catch up. In the unlikely event that you have to miss several weeks, provided you contact us in good time a place will be offered on the next course if a place is available or failing that a subsequent course to suit. If you feel that we are not meeting your needs or feel that the training is too difficult then please ask for help and we will do our best to help and support you. Members are encouraged to keep in touch and inform us of absences.
A refund will be offered if you cancel prior to the course starting however a charge will be made of £5 for the training pack and £5 per social session attended.
There is a different policy for refund for home visits - click here to see this.
Our prices have been held since 2009.
Beginner £45
Beginner and Intermediate combined £85
Intermediate one £45
Intermediate two £30 if beginner and Intermediate one completed £45 if not.
Cancellation and Refund Policy for the club courses
Places on our Beginner and Intermediate classes are restricted therefore once you have booked a place and commenced the course a refund cannot be offered. If due to unforeseen circumstances you miss a week or two then one-one support will be offered to enable you to catch up. In the unlikely event that you have to miss several weeks, provided you contact us in good time a place will be offered on the next course if a place is available or failing that a subsequent course to suit. If you feel that we are not meeting your needs or feel that the training is too difficult then please ask for help and we will do our best to help and support you. Members are encouraged to keep in touch and inform us of absences.
A refund will be offered if you cancel prior to the course starting however a charge will be made of £5 for the training pack and £5 per social session attended.
There is a different policy for refund for home visits - click here to see this.
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