Is this course right for you?
These small, supportive group classes are perfect for committed guardians who want to:
Build a strong, lasting bond with their puppy
Train with kindness, clarity and consistency
Develop essential life skills using positive reinforcement
Feel confident in real-world situations
Whether you're raising a confident explorer or a sensitive soul, this course will give you the tools to train with empathy and effectiveness.
What You’'ll Learn
Across 7 weeks, we’ll help you lay rock-solid foundations for a happy, well-adjusted dog. The skills you’ll build include:
Confidence with collar grabs and handling
Attaching and removing a lead with ease
Teaching your pup to keep the lead loose and settle calmly
Waiting at doors
Food bowl manners and self-regulation
Drop, stay, and recall
Play skills and calm markers
Sit, Down, Stand
Responding to their name
Paying attention to you whilst in the presence of other dogs
And much more…
How the Course Works
Week 1:
Online Welcome Presentation (sent to your inbox)
- You'll get an overview of the course, how learning works, and what to expect.
Weeks 2–7:
In-Person Classes (Wednesdays at 18:00)
— Learn, practise, and refine new skills each week with your pup in a calm, welcoming space.
Each week includes:
A structured class session (60 mins)
Handouts covering the what, why, and how of that week’s behaviours
Instructional videos so you can revisit exercises at your own pace
Bonus reading for deep dives
WhatsApp support between sessions if required
Party bags, certificate and a rosette at the end 🎉
Depending on your puppy’s age at the start:
Under 6 months: Puppy Award
6 months and over: Foundation Award
Where & When
Classes are held indoors in the St. Brelade’s Church Hall, opposite St. Brelade’s Church.
Parking for the church hall is up the small hill, on the right behind the hall.
Each class starts at 18:00, is and is 60 minutes long, on Wednesday nights.
If you miss a class, you’ll still receive all handouts and videos – so you won’t fall behind.
Click the image below for a map reference.
Course Start Dates
20 August
2025
St Brelade’s
Church Hall
1800 - 1900
1 October
2025
St Brelade’s
Church Hall
1800 - 1900
12 November
2025
St Brelade’s
Church Hall
1800 - 1900
Vaccinations
Puppies must be at least 7 days post-1st vaccine to attend in-person
9 weeks is the typical earliest start age
If you’re waiting on jabs, you’re still welcome to attend the first class with your puppy on your lap
A Note on Vaccinations & Socialisation
If you are concerned about attending before vaccinations are finished, please read this article in a vet journal, which I hope will put your mind at rest. Your vet may well tell you not to take your puppy out until after the 2nd vaccine. Many people misinterpret this to mean that their puppy must be completely contained within the home until then. This would result in your puppy being detrimentally under-socialised when finally allowed out - because the socialisation period is time-sensitive and starts to close around 12 weeks. There is more information on how you can protect your puppy while still socialising them in this post titled Before 2nd Vax.
I'm Åke – a compassionate, accredited Dog Training Instructor with:
Full membership in the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT UK)
Registration with the Animal Behaviour & Training Council (ABTC)
Certification in Canine First Aid
I strictly follow the APDT code of practice and the Jersey code of practice for the welfare of dogs for ethical, welfare-first training.
No aversive tools or techniques are permitted in class. (If you’re unsure what this means, I’ll be happy to explain.)
Your Instructor
Accessibility
The hall is equipped with ramps and facilities for physical accessibility. I am able to dim the lights, and I do my best to keep the classroom as calm and low-noise as possible, although it is a little echoey.
Let me know if you require assistance or have needs that you would like me to be aware of, I will work with you and make adjustments where I can.
The cost for the course is £140. This fee includes:
6 in-person group classes
Online welcome session
Indoor venue with facilities
1 clicker included
Weekly handouts, schedule and training plan
Access to instructional videos
Party Bags, Certificate and Rosette
Personalised advice and WhatsApp support
A complete puppy training manual by the end!
Fees
How to Apply
Click the signup button below to read the Terms & Conditions
At the bottom of the T & C page is a link to the application form
Once you submit the form, you’ll receive an invoice by email
Pay to confirm your place (application alone doesn’t reserve your spot)
⚠️ Classes fill up fast – early application is recommended due to small class sizes
✍️ Please note that the name(s) you give me on the application form will be used on your certificate at the end of the course.
By making a booking with DogWorks, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and fully accept our Terms & Conditions.