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Play+Train  

Play+Train is designed to offer you flexible, informal group training, diverse activities and instructor-supervised dog-play

 

"I love what you do, and haven't come across any other training place with such a wide and interesting repertoire." Catherine McArdle

 

Location: Warringal Parklands, Heidelberg

Dogs off-lead and on-lead at different times during sessions

Prerequisite for participation - completion of individual lesson/s with GMSDT.  A free trial session is available for clients

Instructors: Amanda & David

A weekly email is sent with details of the upcoming session to participants

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Fun on our Play+Train Olympics Day

 

"Teddy and I are learning so much! You're both so patient, encouraging and positive. We love your classes." Cynthia Lui

 

Details

Each session has a different focus - you might be working on Tracking, Tricks, Agility, Stay, Recall, Rally-O, Games.  Options are rotated so there's always something fresh to do.

 

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Clara & Atticus enjoying Play+Train Challenge Day

 

 

When

Sundays     
9.30-10.15am November – March
11.00-11.45am April – October
 
First 2026 session 11 January
In 2026, there are no Play+Train sessions on 25 January, 8 March, 5 April, 7 June, 27 September and 1 November.
The last session for 2026 is 6 December

 
Who

Our one-to-one lessons are a prerequisite for all our group programs, including Play+Train.  This requirement enables us to get to know your dog, you and your dog to know us, and to ensure your dog has the skills and temperament needed to get the best out of a group class.
 
It is ideal for you to join Play+Train within a month of completing your one-to-one lesson/s to maintain training momentum.  

Where

Warringal Parklands, Heidelberg.  

Cost

Session by session - $15
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Walking on a loose leash

 

Arrangements

So that we can organise activities appropriately, people wanting to participate on a particular Sunday will text 0418 371 060 on Saturday or before to advise attendance.
Cancellations due to extreme weather will be advised via text/email and our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/gentlemodernschoolofdogtraining/
 

Questions/Expressions of Interest in Participating in Play+Train - call Amanda 0418 371 060

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Fun on a Play+Train Games Day

 

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