Fieldwork (Gundog Training)
The next opportunity to join us for a Taster Workshop is Sunday 27th April.
Fieldwork is suited to almost any type of breed that has social etiquette around people and other dogs, with a basic level of training including sit, stay and recall. Regardless of intention to take part in trials or work in the shooting field, some breed types are more genetically predisposed with a desire to work and if we control that and turn it on when needed, our pet gundogs will have balanced, enriched lives.
Targeting, hand signals, distance control, whistle work and retrieves to hand are some of the instructed techniques.
How is Gundog Training Structured?
Training commences with a Taster Workshop of 90 minutes. This is to assess your dog's comfort within a group environment and ensure he / she is as happy to learn fieldwork exercises as you will be. .
Following a successful Taster Workshop, Classes of 90 minutes are purchased in blocks of 6, to be redeemed fortnightly, on a rolling basis.
Dogs with Foundation Gundog Grade One are welcome to refresh skills and / or enrol for Grade Two / Three. There are opportunities for Beginners to progress through to Intermediate Grade Three.
When & Where is Gundog Training?
Our next Taster Workshop is Sunday 27th April at 12:30 - 14:00 in Linden Hall, Hampton TW12 2JG. Following this, Classes will be in Marble Hill Park, TW12 2JG on fortnightly Saturdays commencing in May at a time TBC.
At Linden Hall we have both indoor and outside space, there is a free on-site car park as well as on-street parking for which no charges apply. Hampton (London) railway station is 3 minutes walk away and bus routes have stops on Priory Road and Percy Road.
In Marble Hill Park, Twickenham TW1 2NL we meet on the rugby pitch near Ferry Gate at the river end of Orleans Road. Please allow a 5 minutes walk if entering via Orleans Gate or River Gate. From the main car park off Richmond Road, please allow for a 10 minutes walk.
What is the Cost for Gundog Training?
NEW members
90 mins
On expiry Following attendance to Taster Workshop
6 fortnightly Classes of 90 mins
On achievement of Foundation Grade One
6 fortnightly Classes of 90 mins
On achievement of Beginners Grade Two
6 fortnightly Classes of 90 mins
How is Payment made for Gundog Training?
20-90-56
33910571
rachel@realitydogtraining.uk
Cash by prior agreement
How do I Apply for Gundog Training?
Simply click the button below and submit with proof of vaccination and KC certificate if applicable. To ensure a response lands to your inbox, please save this email address to your contacts.
The next opportunity to join us is Sunday 27th April.
What do I need to Bring to Gundog Training?
- Suitable, well-fitted collar & lead with legally compliant ID
- 5-10m line
- Harness (if applicable)
- Non-slip settle mat
- Variety of small size food rewards
- 2 identical toys
- Retrieve item
- Means of picking up after your dog for lawful disposal
- Water & Bowl
- Weather-dependent dog-wear (waterproof / thermal / cooling coat, chill bandana, cool mat etc)
- Comfortable clothing & footwear, appropriate & safe for all weather conditions, ie no flip-flops