Rayleigh Canine Agility

Rayleigh Canine Agility We offer :-
Agility Training & Coaching
Puppy & Dog Training,
Scentwork
1-2-1 & Group Classes
Online Training
Kennel Club Listed Status Club
Est.2014

Rayleigh Canine - Agility and Dog Training is a friendly club and caters for all ages. Est Feb 2014. We are a Listed Status Business with the Kennel Club

Agility - For dogs under a year we do foundation classes and for the older dogs we have fun building bonds between the dog and handler. Our agility classes have a maximum of 5 dogs per class. All our classes are taught in a fun way and to a leve

l of competing should you wish too do so. We are known for our Recall, Loose Lead and Beginners Agility Workshops. Our Main trainer Joanne Livemore is a fully qualified, experienced and insured dog trainer who specializes in Agility training. Previously a member of the PPG (Pet Professional Guild for force free trainers) and holds a valid canine first aid certificate. Has attended :-

IMDT 2 day Dog Trainers Course,
Nando Browns 'Grumpy Dog' seminar,
IMDT 'Canine Body Language' Course,
Ian Dunbars 'Common-Sense & Cutting-edge Concepts in Behaviour and Training' ,
Dr Robert Falconer-Taylor 'Something for Everyone'
Trevor Coopers 'Dog Law Seminar',
IMDT ‘Loose Leader’
IMDT ‘Happy Recallers’
K9 Scent and Search UK - 1 day Introductory Workshop
K9 Scent and Search UK - 1 day 'Next Phase Nosework'

She has also completed Dr. Ian Dunbar's
SIRIUS® Dog Trainer Academy (All 4 days),
Growl Class Workshop,
How to Train a Puppy,
Science-Based Dog Training (All 3 Days),
Crucial Concepts in Dog Behaviour & Training and Reliability and Games
2-Day Dog Training Workshop

Victoria Stilwell 'Inside a Dogs Mind',
The Canine School of Science '30 days of Canine Science'
IMDT - ' Canine Cognitive Dysfunction' Webinar
IMDT - ' Separation Anxiety and Related Disorders' Webinar
IMDT - ' Breed and Predatory Motor Patterns' Webinar
The Canine School of Science - 'Scent For Six' with a pass mark of 93% which makes Jo a WSDA (World Scent Dog Association) Blue Instructor and a Level 1 Judge

All Additional Rayleigh Canine Trainers that join our team go through intensive inhouse training for at least 6 months of shadowing and assisting in the puppy and dog training classes. They will also be IMDT trained prior too taking their own classes. This excludes Agility Classes as they will only be assisting in these classes.

🐾 RAYLEIGH CANINE AGILITY 🐾Fun, friendly agility training for dogs of all ages and abilities.Whether you're taking your ...
02/06/2026

🐾 RAYLEIGH CANINE AGILITY 🐾

Fun, friendly agility training for dogs of all ages and abilities.

Whether you're taking your first steps into agility or working towards competition success, our structured, reward-based training helps build confidence, teamwork, and skills for both dog and handler.

✅ Beginner to Competition Level
✅ Private 1-2-1 Lessons & Coaching
✅ Secure Training Venue
✅ All-Weather Surface
✅ Supportive & Experienced Instruction

🔥 Several classes are now full and operating waiting lists. Get in touch to discuss current availability and the best option for you and your dog.

📍 Thundersley, Essex
📞 07891 899818
📧 [email protected]

Building Confidence, One Jump at a Time.

🐶 New handlers always welcome!

🌐 View our timetable and find out more:
www.rayleighcanine.com/classes

🏆🐾 TEAM RCA WEEKEND WINS 🐾🏆What a weekend it has been! ❤️🖤From rosettes and clear rounds to personal victories and valua...
01/06/2026

🏆🐾 TEAM RCA WEEKEND WINS 🐾🏆

What a weekend it has been! ❤️🖤

From rosettes and clear rounds to personal victories and valuable experience, every single dog and handler had something to celebrate.

🌟 Zelda – 2 x 1st places & 3 clear rounds
🌟 Poppy – 5 x 2nd places & 1 clear round
🌟 George – 1 clear round
🌟 Ellie – 1 x 1st & 1 x 2nd
🌟 Sparky – 1 x 1st & 1 clear round
🌟 Tallulah – 1 x 1st & 3 clear rounds
🌟 Freya – 1 clear round
🌟 Skye – WON INTO GRADE 4! 🏆
1 x 1st, 2 x 2nds, 1 x 3rd & 1 clear round
🌟 Storm – 1 x 1st & 1 x 2nd

But agility isn't just about the rosettes...

❤️ Reihas been putting those contacts into place in the show environment, also producing some fantastic jumping rounds along the way.

❤️ Benny made his show debut. The environment was a little overwhelming at times, but he coped brilliantly and gained experience that will pay off in the future.

❤️ Ronnie continues to grow in confidence and understanding. Those clear rounds aren't far away now!

And finally, we're sending our best wishes to Cathy, who unfortunately sustained a knee injury and wasn't able to complete all of her dogs' runs. We hope you're resting up and back with us soon. ❤️

As a trainer, the placings are lovely to see, but what makes me proudest is watching handlers stay consistent, trust their training, and celebrate the small wins that eventually become the big ones.

Whether you came home with a rosette, a clear round, a training goal achieved, or simply a happier, more confident dog, you should be proud.

Well done Team RCA! ❤️🖤💜

26/05/2026

What a SCORCHER of a weekend ☀️🔥

Despite the heat, everyone did an amazing job making sure their pupsters stayed safe, cool, and happy 🐶💦 Shade, cooling coats, paddling pools, fans, and plenty of water were definitely the stars of the weekend!

And even with the soaring temperatures, the results kept coming…

✨ Zelda ✨🏆 1 WIN taking her up to GRADE 7 🎉

✨ Freya ✨🥇🥇🥇 3 x 1st places🥈 1 x 2nd place

✨ Tallulah ✨🥇🥇🥇 3 x 1st places⭐ 3 beautiful unplaced clears

✨ Red ✨🥇 1 x 1st place⭐ Plus a clear at his VERY FIRST EVER SHOW 🎉🐾

✨ Sparky ✨⭐ 2 lovely clear rounds

✨ Mia ✨🥉🥉🥉 3 x 3rd places⭐ 5 clears

✨ Daisy ✨🥈 1 x 2nd place🥉 1 x 3rd place⭐ 3 clears

✨ Lottie ✨🥇 1 x 1st place🥈 1 x 2nd place⭐ 4 clears

✨ Poppy ✨🥇🥇 2 x 1st places 🎉

✨ Rei ✨🥈 1 x 2nd place🥉 1 x 3rd place⭐ 1 clear

✨ Storm ✨⭐ A lovely clear round while working hard on those stop contacts 👏

✨ Skye ✨🥈🥈 2 x 2nd places⭐ 2 clears

Huge congratulations to all our teams this weekend — whether you came home with ribbons, clears, confidence boosts, or simply survived the heatwave, I’m so proud of you all ❤️🖤

☀️ Keeping Your Dog Cool ☀️Over the next few days, we’re going to be having some extra hot weather 🌡️☀️, so it’s really ...
23/05/2026

☀️ Keeping Your Dog Cool ☀️

Over the next few days, we’re going to be having some extra hot weather 🌡️☀️, so it’s really important to help keep our dogs cool, safe, and comfortable.

Hot days can be ruff on our four-legged friends 🐾. Dogs can overheat quickly, and they don’t sweat like we do — so it’s up to us to help them stay safe.

Here are my top cool-down tips for your pup:

🐶 Walk early or late – avoid the hottest part of the day, especially between 12–4pm.
💧 Plenty of fresh water – at home and on walks.
🏡 Shady rest spots – indoors or out.
🧊 Cool mats & cooling coats – perfect for lounging.
❄️ Frozen treats, Kongs & Licky Mats – tasty and practical!

Remember: if the pavement’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws.

‼️ This also goes for artificial grass, decking and paving slabs/patios.

💬 How do you keep your dog cool in the heat? Share your tips below – let’s keep tails wagging all summer!

What a weekend for Team RCA 🏆❤️Saturday at Nexus Agility — such a brilliant, friendly show with some fantastic results ✨...
18/05/2026

What a weekend for Team RCA 🏆❤️

Saturday at Nexus Agility — such a brilliant, friendly show with some fantastic results ✨

🐾 Zelda — 1 win
🐾Freya - 2 wins
🐾 Ellie — 2 wins, securing them a qualifying place in the finals this December 🎉
🐾 Skye — 3rd place

Then onto Valley Farm on Sunday…

✨ Zelda ✨
3 runs, 3 clears, including another agility win giving her a 4th strike towards Grade 7 🏅

✨ Tallulah ✨
2 wins, including the final win they needed to move up to Grade 3 🎉

✨ Sparky ✨
4 runs, 3 clear rounds, including an agility win giving him his very first strike towards Grade 6 🏅

So proud of all these dogs and handlers. Different journeys, different goals, but all showing what consistency, teamwork, and thoughtful training can achieve 💪🐾

The results are lovely, but seeing confidence grow in the ring is always the best part ❤️

17/05/2026

Happy 16th Birthday to my amazing Buzz (& Woody) 🐾❤️

My first agility boys… and the dogs who started it all.

Buzz and Woody were my first agility dogs, and looking back now, I honestly can’t imagine where this journey would have taken me without them.

They’ve been there through the very beginning of Rayleigh Canine Agility — teaching me, challenging me, making me laugh, and sharing so many unforgettable memories along the way.

16 years of loyalty, adventures, muddy fields, training sessions, cuddles, and unconditional love ❤️

Forever grateful for everything they gave me and continue to.

Happy 16th Birthday Buzz ❤️
And Happy Heavenly Birthday Woody 🌈










✨ FRIDAY FUN CHALLENGE ✨This week’s game is:🐾 HIDE & SNIFF 🐾A simple enrichment challenge that gets your dog using their...
15/05/2026

✨ FRIDAY FUN CHALLENGE ✨

This week’s game is:
🐾 HIDE & SNIFF 🐾

A simple enrichment challenge that gets your dog using their brain AND nose.

Hide treats or a toy around one room and see how many your dog can find before the timer runs out.

🐾 Bonus points for:
⭐ dramatic sniffing
⭐ sneaky hiding places
⭐ over-the-top celebration zoomies

Tag us in your attempts 🐶

BTS Thursday 🐾Agility trainers: part athlete, part snack mule, part chaos coordinator 😂Please tell me I’m not the only o...
14/05/2026

BTS Thursday 🐾
Agility trainers: part athlete, part snack mule, part chaos coordinator 😂

Please tell me I’m not the only one carrying mystery treats and loose poo bags around…

✨ MOTIVATION WEDNESDAY ✨Dog training progress isn’t built in one perfect session.It’s built through:🐾 consistency🐾 patie...
13/05/2026

✨ MOTIVATION WEDNESDAY ✨

Dog training progress isn’t built in one perfect session.

It’s built through:
🐾 consistency
🐾 patience
🐾 repetition
🐾 teamwork
🐾 showing up even on the frustrating days

Those small improvements might not feel huge in the moment… but they’re building the confident dog you’re working towards 🐾❤️

Keep going — your hard work matters.

What’s one small improvement your dog has made recently? 👇🐶

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Acresway Great Burches Road
South Benfleet
SS73NE

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 8pm
Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4:30pm

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+447891899818

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