Dog agility clubs in Greater Manchester
We have found and checked 6 agility clubs in Greater Manchester. Every link below was opened and read, not just pinged for a response.
Clubs in Greater Manchester
Bury Agility Club (BAC Agility)
Radcliffe, Greater Manchester · M26 1DY
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Chadkirk Dog Training Club
Stockport, Greater Manchester · SK6 3LQ
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High Peak Dog Training Society
Manchester, Greater Manchester
01613 436929Simply Animals Dog Training & Sports Club
Oldham, Greater Manchester · OL1 4SS
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10WaggaWuffins
Bury, Greater Manchester · BL9 6AW
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Wigan Alsatian TS
Wigan, Greater Manchester · WN5 9JE
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10
Just over the border
A county boundary is not a travel radius. These are the closest clubs outside Greater Manchester, measured from the middle of the ones above.
Cheshire K9 Training
16 miles awayPrestbury, Cheshire
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Standish Dog Agility
17 miles awayChorley, Lancashire · PR6 8TB
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Pendle Agiity Dog Club
20 miles awayDarwin, Lancashire · BB3 OBL
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Ribble Dog Agility Training Club
20 miles awayPreston, Lancashire · PR25 4HQ
North K9 Dog Training
20 miles awayHuddersfield, West Yorkshire · HD3 4LD
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Springers Agility & Flyball Club
21 miles awayHuddersfield, West Yorkshire · HD4 5JU
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Nutter Dogs Agility Club
21 miles awayBurnley, Lancashire · BB12 9DU
WebsiteLink checked 2026-08-10Danesford Obedience Dog Training Club
24 miles awayCongleton, Cheshire
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 Greater Manchester
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 Radcliffe, 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 Greater Manchester
How much do agility classes cost in Greater Manchester?
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 Greater Manchester?
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 Radcliffe. 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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