Dog Agility Classes in Leeds
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Progressive Agility Training for Every Level
Develop your handling, build your dog’s confidence and progress through agility with structured group coaching at Unleashed Pawtential in Thorner, Leeds.
Our outdoor dog agility classes welcome handlers at every level—from complete beginners taking their first steps into the sport to experienced teams developing more advanced and competitive skills.
Classes are kept small, with up to five dog-and-handler teams, so everyone receives individual coaching while benefiting from training in a supportive group environment.
Who Are Our Agility Classes For?
Our classes are suitable for:
Complete beginners with no previous agility experience
Dogs and handlers progressing from foundation training
Recreational teams looking for an enjoyable activity
Competitive handlers developing more advanced skills
Teams needing help with particular obstacles or handling challenges
You do not need ambitions to compete. Whether you want to enjoy a new activity with your dog or progress through the competition grades, your training will be adapted to suit your goals.
Dogs must be fully vaccinated and physically well to participate.
Starting as a Complete Beginner
Complete beginners can join our six-week Agility Foundations Course without attending an assessment first.
This course introduces the essential focus, handling and foundation skills needed before progressing to established agility classes. Dogs can begin age-appropriate foundation training from six months old.
Young dogs will work on suitable exercises rather than repetitive or full-height jumping.
Learn More About the Agility Foundations Course
Joining an Established Agility Class
Before joining one of our established classes, you and your dog will need to attend a one-to-one assessment.
This allows Nikki to understand your current experience, identify what your dog needs and place you in the most appropriate class. It also ensures that the group environment will be comfortable and productive for everybody attending.
Places in established classes are available when a suitable space becomes free.
What Will You Learn?
Training is adapted to the needs of the dogs and handlers within each class rather than following the same fixed exercises for every team.
Depending on your experience and current goals, sessions may include:
Focus and engagement around distractions
Agility handling techniques
Jump skills and confidence
Tunnel skills
Weave-pole training
Contact-equipment performance
Start-line waits
Obstacle discrimination
Building independence
Completing short sequences and courses
Developing speed, accuracy and confidence
Competition preparation
If your dog is struggling with a particular skill, exercises can be adapted to help you understand the problem and build a clearer training plan.
Small, Progressive Group Coaching
Our agility classes contain up to five dog-and-handler teams.
Small groups provide each team with individual training time and feedback while allowing dogs to develop the ability to focus in the presence of others.
Rather than simply running courses repeatedly, sessions are designed to help you understand how and why an exercise works. You will learn how your movement, timing and positioning affect your dog, giving you skills that can be applied beyond a single training session.
Outdoor Dog Agility Training in Thorner
All classes take place outdoors at our training venue in Thorner, Leeds.
Please arrive prepared for outdoor training with suitable clothing and secure footwear. Bring plenty of small, high-value treats, your dog’s favourite toy and water for your dog.
Why Train with Unleashed Pawtential?
Training is led by Nikki Hodgson, a Grade 7 and Championship agility competitor who has attended Team GB tryouts and international qualifiers.
Nikki combines practical experience as both a competitor and coach, helping handlers understand the details that create confident, independent and responsive agility dogs.
Training is positive, progressive and tailored to the individual team. You will receive honest, practical coaching designed to help you make meaningful progress.
Class Prices
Agility classes cost £60 per four-week block.
Each class lasts approximately one hour and runs weekly. Places are limited to maintain a small group and provide individual coaching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my dog need previous agility experience?
No. Complete beginners can start with the six-week Agility Foundations Course. Dogs with previous experience will require a one-to-one assessment before joining an established class.
Does my dog need good recall?
A reasonably reliable recall and some basic obedience will make group training easier. If your dog struggles significantly with focus or recall, begin with one-to-one coaching.
Can reactive or nervous dogs join a class?
Dogs that are nervous, highly excitable or reactive should attend a one-to-one assessment first. This allows us to decide whether a group class is currently the right environment for them.
Is agility only for people who want to compete?
No. Recreational handlers are equally welcome. Your training can be shaped around enjoying the sport, developing new skills or working towards competition.
How old must my dog be?
Dogs can join the Agility Foundations Course from six months old. Training is adapted to their age and physical development, with proper jumping technique introduced from around 12 months.
Can I join an established class immediately?
You can join when an appropriate space becomes available and after completing a one-to-one assessment.
Find the Right Agility Training for You
If you are completely new to agility, begin with our Agility Foundations Course.
If you and your dog already have agility experience, book a one-to-one assessment so we can evaluate your current skills and find the most suitable class.