This programme offers home-educated young people a unique opportunity to build teamwork skills, grow in confidence, learn from our incredible canine athletes, and take part in an exhilarating, hands-on outdoor activity unlike anything else in the UK.

OBJECTIVES

• Introduce young people to sleddog sports activities; Canihiking, Canicross and Dryland Rig.
• Increase participation in outdoor sports activities.
• Improve confidence, team and leadership skills, physical fitness and well being.
• Improve awareness of dog welfare and being responsible dog owners.

OPPORTUNITIES

• Introduce young people to super exciting dog related sports activities.
• Promote great dog care and welfare.
• Take part in competitions within the UK.
• Inspire future career opportunities.
• Improve wellbeing and physical health.

CONTENTS

• Canine communication, behaviour & bonding
• Managing high energy working dogs and being safe in Sleddog Sports
• Learn to provide exceptional dog care and welfare
• Exploring the 5 freedoms of animal welfare
• Environmental awareness and maintaining safety outdoors

1pm - 3pm on the following dates:

• Session 1 - Wed 6 January 2027
• Session 2 - Wed 20 January 2027
• Session 3 - Wed 3 February 2027
• Session 4 - Wed 17 February 2027
• Session 5 - Wed 3 March 2027
• Session 6 - Wed 17 March 2027
• Session back-up: 24 March 2027

• Fortnightly sessions - 2 hours a session. January to March 2027.
• 10 places available for young people aged 11 - 16.
• 6 sessions in total.
• £40 per child per 2hr session, paid in advance online (book below).