Thank you for booking your place on our Group Training Sessions. We’re looking forward to welcoming you and your dog.

To help you feel prepared for your first session, please take a few minutes to read through the information below.

About KAHU Group Training Sessions

Our group training sessions support dogs and their guardians to learn together, building real-world skills in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment.

At KAHU, we use force-free, ethical, and science-based training methods. We do not use or advocate for aversive tools or techniques, including choke chains, prong collars, slip leads used as correction tools, electronic collars (e-collars), physical punishment, or intimidation-based methods.

Our focus is on helping dogs and their humans learn through trust, understanding, clear communication, and positive experiences.

Where are the sessions held?

St Francis Hall, Priory Road, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 8PS

What facilities are available at St Francis Hall?

There is free on-site parking, toilet facilities, and a small kitchen area where you can refill water bottles if needed.

When are the sessions?

Friday evenings
6:15pm – 7:00pm

What will we cover?

Throughout the course, we focus on practical skills that support everyday life, including:

• Foundations of force-free, ethical dog training
• Creating connected loose lead walking
• Building a reliable recall through trust and consistency
• Supporting your dog to settle at home, in public, and around other dogs
• Developing key life skills such as leave it, drop, stay, and impulse control

What support is included between sessions?

To help you continue your learning at home, you'll receive:

• Training notes and guidance after each session
• Access to a group WhatsApp chat for questions, feedback, and ongoing support throughout the course

What is the aim of the sessions?

The overall aim of the sessions is to help you and your dog feel more connected, understood, and confident together, while developing practical skills that support a happy and enjoyable life as a team.

Please bring the following to each of your sessions: 

• A comfortable harness and/or flat collar
• A standard lead (no retractable leads, please)
• A 5-10m long line (don't worry if you don't have one as we have spares)
• Plenty of small, high-value treats
• Water for your dog if needed (there will be a communal water bowl available)
• A small blanket or towel for settling exercises 

Most importantly, come ready to learn, have fun, and enjoy spending quality time with your dog. We can't wait to meet you both.

What happens if you can't make a session?

We understand that life doesn't always go to plan, and there may be times when you or your dog aren't able to attend a session. 

At KAHU, we believe learning happens best when both dogs and their guardians feel comfortable, supported, and ready to engage.

 If you're having an off day, that's okay. 

We simply ask that you let us know as soon as possible if you're unable to attend, so that we can offer the space to another dog and guardian who may be waiting for a place.

How long do you have to use your pre-booked sessions?

To help you and your dog get the most from your training and maintain momentum between sessions, we ask that all sessions are used within 3 months of booking.

Your four or six session dates will be agreed at the time of booking, and your place will be reserved for you on those dates. These will be your designated training sessions unless changes are arranged with us in advance.

We understand that life can sometimes get in the way, so if you're experiencing exceptional circumstances, please get in touch and we'll do our best to help.

Any further questions?

If there's anything you're unsure about, or if you'd simply like to chat something through before your first session, please feel free to get in touch

E: hello@kahudogs.co.uk