The Dog Trainer School Courses
Professional Workshops, Masterclasses and Seminars.
To compliment The Dog Trainer School Membership Lee has developed a number of courses to help dog training professionals with common training problems.
Lee is well known for his simplistic teaching style and runs a number of Professional Workshops, Masterclasses and Seminars across the UK throughout the year for Dog Training professionals.
We guarantee you’ll never have been on anything else like them before!
Please note: Our courses are non-refundable. Payment plans are available on all courses please email the office to get one set up: info@thedogtrainerschool.co.uk. All of our courses include snacks, and our FULL-DAY courses include a free lunch; please let us know if you have any dietary requirements so we can cater for your needs.
2025 Available In-Person Courses:
ONLINE: LIVE via Zoom Loose Lead Webinar with Lee Hobbs MEMBERS SAVE £30 Fri 28th February £50, 6 - 8 pm
From the creator of the 'Backwards Walking' technique
Join Lee for this LIVE online webinar covering Loose Lead techniques, games and exercises for 1:2:1's, Group Classes and Workshops.
BRAND NEW FOR 2025
Practical Skills Development Weekend. MEMBERS SAVE £45 from £285 26th & 27th April / 27th & 28th September, Lincolnshire: 10 am -4 pm
Join Lee & The Dog Trainer School Team for a weekend packed with practical training tips, interactive exercises, and plenty of fun!
Bring your dog or join as a spectator to practice skills, explore class layouts and games, and design your own activities with expert guidance.
Leave with fresh ideas, inspiration, and solutions to those tricky training scenarios—all while reigniting your passion for the job you love.
Note: Dogs must be comfortable around other dogs and people.
”I learnt so much again today! Gaining so many different ideas and new motivation to try things to take into classes. You won't ever be disappointed by doing one of the Dog Trainer School courses! Highly recommended!” Amanda Aug 2024
Puppy & Adolescents with Kirsten Dillon. MEMBERS SAVE £20 Sunday 18th May, LIVE ONLINE VIA ZOOM 12-3:30 pm £60
Join Kirsten Dillon, Animal Behaviourist and Canine Specialist, for an exclusive online webinar exploring the journey from puppyhood to adolescence. This session covers everything from selecting and setting puppies up for success to navigating the challenges of the "teenage brain." Gain valuable insights into how hormones, structure, and environment impact behaviour to help your clients tackle the highs and lows of these stages with confidence. BRAND NEW FOR 2025
Talking Dogs Rally Instructors Weekend with TD Rally Owner Jacky Ruddock. MEMBERS SAVE £20
5 & 6th July, Peterborough: 10 am - 4 pm daily. From £90
Book one day or the full weekend. Handler and spectator spaces available.
Day one is perfect for beginners, covering the fundamentals of TD Rally, including laying courses and mastering the basics. On day two, take your skills to the next level with a progression day designed to build on your learning. Whether you're new to Rally or looking to refine your skills, this weekend is packed with practical training and fun for both you and your dog!
Note: Dogs must be comfortable around other dogs and people. “What a fantastic day of learning a new skill; as a qualified trainer, I'm always looking to expand my knowledge and introduce new concepts to my clients. This is exactly what I got from the Rally course. The organisation of the day and the information received before the course was great.
I can not recommend [ ]enough for those that want to learn, while having fun. - Amanda Sept 2024
Introduction To Working with Assistance Dogs with Kirsten Dillon. MEMBERS SAVE £20 Sat 6th Sept, LIVE ONLINE VIA ZOOM 12-2 pm £50
Join Kirsten Dillon, Animal Behaviourist and Canine Specialist, for an exclusive online webinar covering the most important aspects of working with and training assistance dogs, including safeguarding, expectations, requirements, and regulations of service dogs. BRAND NEW FOR 2025
TDTS Members Exclusive Trainers Forum MEMBERS ONLY
8th November, Peterborough: 9 am - 5 pm daily. £90
After the huge success of the 2024 forum, we’re excited to announce that the 2025 event has been expanded and will include even more special guests and industry experts! Join us for our Annual Forum to Plan for 2026—a members-only event for professional dog trainers to connect, collaborate, and strategize for the year ahead. This is your opportunity to set goals and intentions to grow your business, tackle challenges, and learn valuable tips and tools from experienced trainers. Let’s guide and support one another to achieve our goals and take our training careers to the next level. Don’t miss it! “Another great day spent with The Dog Trainer School at the members forum. So informative and a breath of fresh air to realise all the lovely like-minded trainers are feeling the same challenges as me.” -Gary, Nov 2024
Accommodation Recommendations:
Premier Inn, North Hotel Peterborough
1023 Lincoln Road, Walton, Peterborough, PE4 6AH
This Premier Inn hosts the local Table Table, which can be found here
Deeping Stage Hotel
16 Market Pl, Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8EA
This hotel is close to the Rally Venue.
There are also a few campsites near the venue itself in Tallington.
The Ogilvie Dogs Training Centre
For onsite accommodation or camping, please contact Tiffani: bookings@ogilviedogs.com
Other local accommodation can be found here
There are a few places to local to the venues. If you are joining us for The Workshops Workshop, 1:2:1 Power Pack or Kirsten Dillon. Use the location Peakirk, Peterborough. Then, use the Map feature to see locations.
For Rally look for Tallington, Lincolnshire. Again, use the maps feature for exact locations.