Ringcraft & Show Handling

Rackheath Village Hall is situated on Green Lane West, Rackheath. Just off the new NDR (A1270) north of Norwich. NR13 6LT

There is a large carpark suitable for 30 cars. 

Rubber matting is set out for the ideal ringcraft training. With plenty of room around the edges to stand your dogs and set up for the standard Triangle and Straight up and Down. 

Spectators have room at the end of the hall to sit and watch. 

When the weather is nice we are able to use an outside grassed area next to the hall. The grass is kept reasonably short and the surface is reasonably flat. Ideal for training and safe to run your dogs on. 

GSP, Pepe gained his 3rd CC at Midland Counties Champ Show, making him a Champion. October 2024

Golden Retriever, Jasper, has achieved his Junior Warrant at just 12 months old. Jasper is Rebecca's first show dog and they have only been showing for 6 months. This is a huge achievement. May 2024

Miniature Poodle Gio, and owner Suzanne won Res Best Puppy In Show at WELKS Champ show. Achieve their JW and then won 3x CCs in a row at SKC, Bath & Southern Counties to become a Champion at 12 months & 2 weeks old. Top Poodle 2024

Bull Terrier Maggie, and her owner Adrian started training with M4P in March 2023. This is Adrian's first show dog. We are so proud to say that at just 18months old Maggie has won 3 CCs and is now a Champion. Top Bull Terrier 2024

Leonberger, Neville, won his 3rd CC at East of England Champ show 2022, making him a Champion. He has since become the CC record holder for  Leonbergers, winning his 30th CC at Bath Champ Show 2024. 

Top Leonberger 2024

Bloodhound Bert, won his 3rd CC making him a Champion and Best of Breed at Crufts 2023. 

Top Bloodhound 2024

Bichon Ruby won Best Puppy In Breed at Crufts 2023. This is Ali's first show dog and first ever time at Crufts.

Bearded Collie, Piper, won his 3rd CC at Manchester Champ Show, making him a Champion. Jan 2022

Jack Russel Terrier, Piggy, and owner Sarah, won the Special Beginners Terrier Group at Richmond Champ Show 2022. This is Sarah's first show dog. 

Great Dane Puppy, Maddie, and owner Aston, won the Special Beginners Working Group at Bournemouth Champ Show 2022. This is Aston's first show dog and they had only been coming to Ringcraft Class for 4 months! 

Cocker Spaniel, Isla and owner Irene, won Best Puppy In Show at East Anglian Gun Dog open show. This is Irene's first show dog and she only started showing this year. 2022

Jack Russel Terrier, Piggy, won Best In Show at the Norfolk & Norwich Canine Society Open Show in 2023.

" Just wanted to say a huge thankyou for tonight. I'm buzzing. You are both so helpful and encouraging and just what I/we have been searching for. Thankyou for having us and look forward to next Friday."

Beginner - Laura - Cocker Spaniel

"These classes were a real find to me. Knowledgeable, friendly and welcoming. Without their help my pup would be totally unruly."

Linda - GSP

    "Both ladies most helpful!! Very perceptive in their observations and problem solving. Bringing fabulous experience of showing themselves and having a “can do” attitude!! Always available for questions and ever positive advice."

Joss   - Labrador

  "I took my puppy min pin to this group, the two ladies who run it are helpful , kind and generous with their time and knowledge. Without knowing me well they happily lent me a show lead as l couldn't find a small enough one. This was beyond anything l expected but was very pleased they helped. After a few shows my pup decided to play up a bit on the table, again time and advice was given and gratefully received. Fabulous club and Fabulous ladies. Very much appreciated their help would thoroughly recommend."

Sharron - Mini Pinscher

  "I went here with my third show dog puppy and I was greeted by two friendly and welcoming ladies, who asked me what I wanted to work on. They then helped me to focus on the things I wanted to improve on, in my handling and my puppy training. Their wealth of experience gave me some top tips and things to focus on while I am in the ring at a show. I can highly recommend this ringcraft for new or experienced show dog people."

Kerry - Dogue de Bordeaux

   "After doing puppy obedience classes with Emma and Kay I decided to give ringcraft a try. These wonderful ladies have helped me so much to gain confidence without pushing me to do a show - and I was so proud of myself when I did my first open show. I almost bottled out but held it together and really enjoyed it - and then entered my first championship show. A really big deal for me, but we did it! I was still racked with nerves but the ringcraft classes prepared us enough to go in the ring and give it a go. So to anyone who is anxious about showing, come to these classes. Everyone is so friendly and there’s no pressure whatsoever. I feel very lucky to have found such a warm and welcoming group. "

Jane - Italian Spinone