PRIVATE SESSIONS
At The Surf Coast Dog Trainer, I offer personalised private training programs designed to help you build a strong, positive relationship with your dog. Whether you’re looking to address specific behavior issues, teach basic obedience, or provide your puppy with a solid foundation, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.
You can choose from a 3-Session Training Package or a 5-Session Reactivity & Behaviour Package, (see package details below). These packages provide structured, ongoing support to help you and your dog make steady, meaningful progress. Both packages allow you to lock in further sessions for a capped fee of $60.
I also offer group classes for those who prefer a social learning environment and want to connect with other dog owners.
All training is based on positive reinforcement and science-backed techniques, ensuring long-lasting results and a happy, well-adjusted dog. Whether it’s overcoming behavioral challenges or helping your dog thrive, I have the experience and expertise to support you.
Private packages
3-Session Training Package — $400
This package includes:
Initial 90-minute consultation to assess your dog’s needs and set up a personalised training plan.
Two 45-minute follow-up sessions to refine your skills and make meaningful progress together.
Practical Training for Calm, Reliable Behaviour
A strong obedience foundation builds confidence and calm in everyday life. The Surf Coast Dog Trainer provides professional, reward-based training across Geelong, Torquay, and the Surf Coast, helping dogs stay focused and responsive in real-world situations.
Training begins with a personalised consultation—often in-home when needed—to understand your dog’s environment and behaviour. This ensures practical, real-world results, not just training that works in a classroom.
5-Session Reactivity & Behaviour Package — $600
This comprehensive package includes:
Initial 90-minute consultation to assess triggers, set up management strategies, and begin positive, confidence-building training.
Four 45-minute follow-up sessions to help you and your dog make steady, meaningful progress in staying calm and focused on real-life triggers.
2 free drop-in classes to allow you to practice around other dogs in a controlled in environment.
The Value of Positive Obedience Training
Obedience training is about clear communication, not control. Using positive, reward-based methods, training helps dogs feel more confident, settled, and responsive across different environments. Whether building new skills or strengthening existing ones, this approach supports calm behaviour and a relationship based on trust and understanding.
Walk and Train Package- $550 (4 walks + 1 handover)
The Walk & Train program is designed for busy owners who want professional training support without needing to attend every session.
This package includes 4 × 45-minute training walks, where your dog works one-on-one with me in real-world environments, plus 1 × 60-minute handover session with you. During the handover, I’ll teach you the handling skills and techniques your dog has learned so you can confidently maintain progress moving forward.
Unlike my other training options, this program does not include written follow-up notes, making it a practical choice for owners who are time-poor and prefer the training to be done for them.
The Walk & Train program is well suited to:
Loose lead walking and improved on-lead manners
General impulse control on walks (pulling toward smells, people, or dogs)
Reducing over-arousal at the start of walks
Confidence building in outdoor environments
Early or low-level reactivity where distance and calm exposure are appropriate
This option is best suited to dogs with mild training challenges and owners seeking improved walking behaviour without ongoing in-person sessions.
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