Life Skills in Cheshire East

1030 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####1030 Agility Class: Mastering Grade 3-5 Skills#### This class is perfect for dog and handler teams ready to build the skills and confidence needed for Grade 3-5 challenges, whether or not they’re currently competing at these levels. It’s all about advancing your teamwork and fine-tuning the essential pieces of the agility puzzle to tackle more complex courses with ease. We’ll focus on: + Strengthening handling techniques for sharper turns and smoother transitions + Developing independence and confidence on key obstacles like contacts, weaves, and tricky entries + Exploring strategies to handle complex sequences with flow and precision + Building the connection and communication needed to bring out the best in your team Each session is tailored to the group’s progress and individual levels, blending technical drills with course practice to challenge and inspire you while supporting your unique journey. Whether you’re preparing for your next competition or honing your skills for personal growth, this class provides the guidance and practice you need to succeed.

1130 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####1130 Agility Class: Finessing Grade 5-7 Skills 🐾#### This competition-focused class is designed for teams working on Grade 5-7 skills, combining technical precision with the fun and support of a great group environment 🎉. Here’s what your classmates say: "A competition-based class focused on sequences and skills in a fun and supportive environment with great classmates and excellent and considered tuition 👍" What to Expect: 🏆 Focused practice on advanced sequences and skills ✨ Refined handling and strategy for competition courses 🐕‍🦺 A supportive atmosphere to push your limits Whether you’re fine-tuning techniques or aiming for top-level performance, this class offers the perfect mix of challenge and camaraderie.

1230 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####1230 Agility Class: Social and Suitable for Beginners 🐾#### Perfect for beginners or those looking for a relaxed, social environment 🌟, this class focuses on having fun while building skills. It’s a welcoming group where everyone is at a similar level, making it a great place to start or continue your agility journey. Here’s what members say: "Social, fun, all participants are at much the same standard. We do a combination of sequences, courses, and some skill acquisition/reinforcement." What to Expect: 🎉 A fun, supportive atmosphere for all levels 🧩 A mix of sequences, courses, and skill-building 🤝 Connect with like-minded handlers Whether you’re new to agility or just want to enjoy a relaxed class with your dog, this session is all about learning, bonding, and having fun.

1700 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####5pm Agility Class: Fun and Confidence Building for Beginners to Grade 2 🐾#### This class is ideal for beginners and those progressing towards Grade 2, with a focus on building skills and confidence in a fun, supportive environment 🎉. It’s perfect for teams aiming to lay a solid foundation for future competition success 🏆. Here’s what participants say: "Definitely fun and confidence building. Focused on a combination of skills, sequences, and courses. The eventual aim would be to enter competitions." What to Expect: 🧩 Build key skills for agility and competitions ✨ Confidence-boosting sequences and courses 🤝 A supportive environment to grow as a team Whether your goal is to compete or simply enjoy agility with your dog, this class is designed to set you up for success while having a great time.

1800 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####6pm Agility Class: Building Skills for Experienced Beginners to Grade 3 🐾#### This class is ideal for experienced beginners and teams working towards or within Grade 3. It’s aimed at teams starting their agility journey with a focus on pre-beginnings and working towards competition readiness. With emphasis on sequencing and course running, it’s a perfect step forward for building confidence, fluency, and teamwork 🏃‍♂️🐕. What to Expect: 🧩 A mix of skill development, sequences, and course practice ✨ Progression towards handling and mastering more complex challenges 🎉 A supportive, fun environment to advance your agility journey 🏆 Sequencing and course running with competition in mind Whether you’re building on your foundation or preparing for competition, this class offers the perfect balance of challenge, encouragement, and guidance to help you and your dog succeed.

1900 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####7pm Agility Class: Sharpening Skills for Grade 3-5 Competitors 🐾#### This class is designed for teams working on Grade 3-5 skills, with a strong focus on building and improving competition-ready techniques. Perfect for those already competing or aiming to step into the ring 🏆, it’s all about refining your approach and expanding your agility toolkit. Here’s what participants say: "Building and improving skills for competition. Many of us compete. It's a supportive and friendly class, more focused on training than social. You cover all tools and techniques for competing, teaching new handling as well as refining the basics. I like how you get us to think critically about handling options and try different ones to compare." What to Expect: 🧩 Comprehensive training on tools, techniques, and handling options ✨ A critical approach to understanding and refining handling decisions 🐕‍🦺 A friendly, supportive environment focused on growth and improvement 🏃‍♂️ Competition-based focus: - A lot of emphasis on course running - Flexible working times tailored to individual handlers This class blends advanced skill-building with thoughtful training strategies, empowering you to confidently tackle competitive challenges and make the best handling choices for your team.

2000 Agility

####🐾Agility Classes with Agileminds🐾#### Agility is about more than just running courses—it’s about connection 🤝🐕 and mastering the pieces of the puzzle 🧩. Our classes help you and your dog build confidence 💪 and skills to tackle any challenge, from competition-level 🥇 to simply enjoying the sport 🎉. What to Expect: 🧱 Build handling and equipment skills 🗣️ Develop clear communication 🏃‍♂️ Progress at your own pace Each week, gain insights 🧠, refine your skills 🛠️, and celebrate 🎉 as you work towards your goals. Let’s make your agility dreams a reality, one piece at a time! 🐾✨ ####8pm Agility Class: A Social and Supportive Mix for Beginners to Grade 3 🐾#### This class welcomes a diverse group of handlers and dogs, ranging from beginners to those working towards Grade 3. Whether you’re here for fun or have competitive aspirations, the adaptable teaching style ensures every team gets the focus they need to achieve their goals 🎉. Here’s what participants say: "I love our agility classes because you adapt your teaching to the goals of the individual person. Some do agility for social reasons, but you focus on my competition goals. We do a mix of skills and sequences in a fun, supportive environment." "I enjoy having a mix of people and dogs to learn from and find the class supportive, helpful, and constructively critical." "This class covers everything from pre-beginning skills to short and long sequences for dogs aiming to compete in small independents or KC." What to Expect: 🧩 A tailored approach to suit social and competitive goals ✨ Skills and sequences adapted to individual and group needs 🐾 A mix of abilities to create a dynamic and engaging class This class is perfect for those who enjoy a friendly, social environment while working on agility skills, whether for fun, personal growth, or competition preparation.

Agileminds Rally Obedience

This is a rolling Rally class that is paid for in monthly blocks. We have fun breaking down the rally cards into small manageable exercises and also invite outside trainers to provide workshops.

Life Skills – Intermediate/Advanced Level at Agileminds

Intermediate/Advanced Level at Agileminds

####🐾 Intermediate/Advanced Life Skill Dog Training 🐾#### Take your dog's skills to the next level with our Intermediate/Advanced Life Skill Training! 🐕‍🦺 Designed for handlers and dogs who have successfully completed our Puppy/Foundation and Improver classes, this course focuses on building confidence, enhancing precision, and deepening the connection between you and your dog. ❤️🐶 Working towards the APDT Intermediate and Advanced levels, we’ll cover: 🦴 Advanced recall techniques 🐾 Complex lead walking and positioning 🚫 Mastery of cues like “Leave” and “Settle” in real-world scenarios 🤝 Greeting manners and vehicle safety 🚪 Structured examinations, door safety, and more ✨ Plus, you and your dog will get the chance to explore fun and enriching activities like: 🏅 Rally 🎯 Hoopers 🔍 Scentwork 🎩 Tricks Classes are ongoing and tailored to your progress, providing flexibility and continuity. 🌟 Join us weekly and pay monthly for a seamless training experience. Whether you're preparing for awards 🏆 or simply aiming for a well-rounded, well-behaved companion, this class is the perfect next step in your journey. 🐕❤️

Life Skills – Intermediate/Advanced Level

Intermediate/Advanced Level

####🐾 Intermediate/Advanced Life Skill Dog Training 🐾#### Take your dog's skills to the next level with our Intermediate/Advanced Life Skill Training! 🐕‍🦺 Designed for handlers and dogs who have successfully completed our Puppy/Foundation and Improver classes, this course focuses on building confidence, enhancing precision, and deepening the connection between you and your dog. ❤️🐶 Working towards the APDT Intermediate and Advanced levels, we’ll cover: 🦴 Advanced recall techniques 🐾 Complex lead walking and positioning 🚫 Mastery of cues like “Leave” and “Settle” in real-world scenarios 🤝 Greeting manners and vehicle safety 🚪 Structured examinations, door safety, and more ✨ Plus, you and your dog will get the chance to explore fun and enriching activities like: 🏅 Rally 🎯 Hoopers 🔍 Scentwork 🎩 Tricks Classes are ongoing and tailored to your progress, providing flexibility and continuity. 🌟 Join us weekly and pay monthly for a seamless training experience. Whether you're preparing for awards 🏆 or simply aiming for a well-rounded, well-behaved companion, this class is the perfect next step in your journey. 🐕❤️

One to One – Behaviour Work

Behaviour Work

Behaviour 1-1 Sessions These individualised sessions are designed to help you and your dog navigate specific behaviour challenges with a structured yet flexible approach. Whether you’re dealing with reactivity, resource guarding, or inappropriate greeting behaviours, your sessions will provide practical solutions tailored to your dog’s unique needs. Each session lasts one hour and is focused on one key issue, using positive reinforcement techniques alongside desensitisation, counterconditioning, and management strategies as needed. Training takes place at Dig It Dogs, real-world locations, or your home/garden, depending on what best supports your dog’s progress. You’ll receive a custom behaviour modification plan, along with recommendations for home adjustments to create the right environment for success. Ongoing support includes: ✅ WhatsApp check-ins for troubleshooting and progress tracking ✅ Video call follow-ups to refine techniques between sessions ✅ Clear, actionable steps to help you implement changes effectively Follow-up sessions are recommended weekly or bi-weekly to maintain progress and adapt strategies as needed. Each session is tailored to your dog’s temperament, ensuring a calm, supportive, and structured approach that builds confidence and long-term behaviour change. Let’s work together to help your dog thrive in everyday life.

Seesaw Games

Are you looking to teach the seesaw from scratch? Does your dog hesitate at the tipping point, wasting precious seconds waiting for the plank to drop? Or do they launch off it like a diving board? Or maybe you're starting fresh and want to build something solid from day one. Seesaw Games is a games-based workshop designed to build confidence, understanding, and commitment — whatever stage you and your dog are at. What you'll be working on: Building your dog's confidence and body awareness on the seesaw through structured games Developing understanding of the tipping point — so your dog drives through it rather than stalls at it Establishing a reliable end position — 2on2off or 4on criteria can both be accommodated Troubleshooting existing issues with a clear, progressive approach The detail: 📅 Dates: 25th July & 22nd August ⏰ Time: 10:00–11:30am 📍 Venue: Dig It Dogs, Sandbach 👥 Spaces: 6 per session 💰 Single session: £35 | Both sessions: £59 Sessions can be booked individually or together. No previous experience needed — this workshop is suitable for complete beginners and those troubleshooting existing problems.

Wicked Weaves for All

ARE YOUR WEAVES FALLING APART THE MOMENT YOU ADD HANDLING OR START TO MOVE? Or are you ready to give your dog the very best start on their weave journey? Then join us for Wicked Weaves — our 4-week workshop using 2x2 and channel methods to build weaves that are reliable, independent, and built to last. Whether you're starting from scratch or troubleshooting a problem that just won't shift, strong weaves almost always come back to foundations. That's why beginners and troubleshooters work together on this course — because revisiting the basics is often exactly what's needed to move forward with confidence. On this workshop you will learn how to: Build strong foundations and a clear understanding of the weave poles from the very beginning — giving your dog the best possible start. Build solid, confident entries from multiple angles and distances. Develop the independence your dog needs so you can get to where you need to be on course. Understand what's going wrong and put the right techniques in place to fix it. Train effectively at home — you will take away your own set of 2x2 weave poles to practise between sessions. Leave with a clear, personalised plan so you know exactly where to take your training next. Dates: 12th June | 19th June | 26th June | 3rd July Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm Venue: Dig It Dogs, Sandbach Spaces: Maximum 5 — dogs must be 12 months or older Book all 4 sessions together or individual sessions separately.