Want to join?
Welcome to Springers and a big hello to all you enthusiastic enquirers!
Whether new to the sport or not, all beginner Springers are invited to join the club through our introductory beginners course. The purpose being to get you to socialise with your dogs and learn how the club runs before you actually commit to full membership.
What is the beginners course?
The beginner's course is an introduction for you and your dog where you will learn to negotiate the various agility obstacles. The course runs over a nine-week period, at the end of which you will have a reasonable idea as to whether your dog is enjoying the sport (not to mention whether or not you can keep up with him/her!!) Either way we can guarantee that you will have made some really good friends and had a good time having a go! We try and restrict class size to a maximum of 15 (split into four groups), so that everyone has a reasonable amount of instruction time.
Don't forget that all dogs will learn at a different rate, and some dogs will take to the sport more than others. Don't be despondent if you seem to be achieving less than others. We will advise if we feel that your dog is not coping with the training.
What happens after I've completed the beginners course?
Following the completion of this course, you will be invited to continue with the club and join in with all the other activities we organise. The club closes from Christmas until February, following this we will be running a slightly more advanced course for you to progress your training.
How much does it cost?
The current cost of the course is £45 (though this is subject to change). This includes temporary membership of the club (for insurance purposes) and refreshments. A map and postcode will be provided, together with further information about the content of the course, to anyone who submits an application.
How do I enrol?
If you would like to enrol on the course, please complete the application form and email it to us at thespringers@talktalk.net. We have a rolling application process, so if you are interested, please send us your form and we'll get in touch.
How are places allocated?
We allocate places on a first-come first-served basis. If you do not receive a response to your application within five days of submission, please contact us (preferably by email).
What's the atmosphere like at the club?
Above all please remember that Springers "do it for fun". If you are seeking highly competitive training, our club may not be for you. Some members do go on to compete, (and are very successful) but we also cater for those who do not wish to do so. Many of our members pop along when they feel like it just for that reason.
Springers never miss a chance to party...!
We meet for social walks and events during the Christmas closure period. You will be most welcome to join the happy troop of club members on these occasions if you wish to do so.
We look forward to meeting you soon.
