Dog agility clubs in Dorset
We have found and checked 10 agility clubs in Dorset. Every link below was opened and read, not just pinged for a response.
Clubs in Dorset
Axe Vale Dog Training Club
Charmouth, Dorset · DT6
location approximate, from postcode district
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Crazelpup Dog Training
Bournemouth, Dorset · BH21 3AP
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Dawn Weaver Agility
Nr Blandford, Dorset · DT11 8JQ
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Dogs Actfully
Holwell, Dorset · DT9 5LP
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Hounds and Hooves
Dorchester, Dorset · DT2 7DZ
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Poochadise Agility
Wimbourne, Dorset · BH21 7EB
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Purbeck Agility Group
Wareham, Dorset · BH20
location approximate, from postcode district
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Sherborne Vale DTC
Milborne Port, Dorset · DT9
location approximate, from postcode district
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Stephanie Best Agility Training
Wimborne, Dorset · BH21 6RN
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Watercombe Dog Agility
Sherborne, Dorset · DT9 5PX
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10
Just over the border
A county boundary is not a travel radius. These are the closest clubs outside Dorset, measured from the middle of the ones above.
Jump and Go Dog Agility
14 miles awaySouth Cheriton, Somerset · BA8 0BJ
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10JJ Dogs
16 miles awayWincanton, Somerset · BA9 8AP
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Yeovil AC
23 miles awaySomerton, Somerset · TA11 7LA
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Pawsability Dog Training & Agility - Somerton
25 miles awaySomerton, Somerset · TA11 7JH
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Mendip Agility
32 miles awayGreen Ore Wells, Somerset · BA5 3HN
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Somerset West Agility Training
32 miles awayStreet, Somerset · TA7 9NT
Activity 4 Paws
33 miles awaySouthampton, Hampshire · SO51 6ZJ
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Active Dog Services
34 miles awayAvon, Somerset · BS39 7PE
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10
What to expect at a club
Ring before you turn up. Most clubs run waiting lists, most want your dog to have some basic obedience first, and a lot of them do not take beginners mid-course.
Ask what age they will start a dog jumping at full height. A dog's growth plates close anywhere from around six months in a toy breed to two years in a giant one, and later in a dog neutered young, so a good club will keep the bars low until your vet is happy. One that shrugs at the question is telling you something useful.
Nearly all of them will let you watch a session before you commit. Take them up on it, because the difference between clubs is mostly the atmosphere. Our guide to getting started covers the obstacles and what you can sensibly practise at home.
Agility shows near Dorset
Once your dog is 18 months old and you have both found your feet at a club, a show is the next step. These are the places to find one.
- Royal Kennel Club licensed agility shows within 30 miles of Dorchester, listed by date and updated daily.
- Agilitynet show diary, which also covers independent and league shows and can sort by distance from your postcode.
- Agility Plaza, where many shows take entries, with a map.
- Canine Hoopers UK show diary for hoopers, the no-jumps version of the sport.
Every show has a closing date for entries, so check it before you plan around one.
Questions about agility in Dorset
How much do agility classes cost in Dorset?
It depends on the club. Across the clubs we checked, a session typically costs £5 to £16, a beginners' course runs from around £50 to £110, and some clubs also charge a yearly membership. Ask each club for its current prices.
What age can my dog start agility?
The Royal Kennel Club recommends no training on agility equipment until a dog is at least a year old, and a dog must be 18 months old to compete at a licensed show. Large and giant breeds often need longer before jumping at full height, so ask your vet.
Does my dog need to be a pedigree to compete?
No. Crossbreeds can compete at Royal Kennel Club shows once they are on the club's Activity Register.
Where can I find agility shows near Dorset?
The Royal Kennel Club's Find a Show search lists every licensed show. The link on this page opens it on agility shows within 30 miles of Dorchester. Agilitynet's show diary also covers independent and league shows.
Is hoopers better for an older dog?
Often, yes. Hoopers uses hoops, barrels and tunnels with no jumps, and Canine Hoopers UK describes it as low impact, so it suits older dogs, very large or very small breeds, and handlers who cannot run.
Nearby counties
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