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Ollerton Training Ground
Postcode: NG22 9DR
At Volucris, we don’t just train dogs – we build reliable, controlled
gundogs capable of performing in the field.
Our structured approach develops every stage of your dog’s journey,
from early foundations through to advanced, real-world work.
Whether you’re starting with a young spaniel or refining a more experienced dog,
our training is designed to deliver clarity, control, and consistency
Working Programmes Note.
Working programmes are intended for Handlers and Dogs that will be working on Shoots or competing in Scurries/Tests/Trials.
programmes are for Working Spaniels and Retrievers Only.
Please do not book a working programme if competing/working is not your end goal.
The Volucris Gundog Training System
At every stage we ask a question
Does the Puppy want to learn?
Does the dog understand me?
Can I rely on my dog?
Does the dog understand its job?
Can the dog perform anywhere?
Can the dog perform under pressure?
Can I trust this dog in the field?
Purposeful Progression · Dependable Performance
Working Foundation 1 and 2 Programmes.
Spaniels and Retrievers Only
Sundays (Foundation Level 1) 9.00am – 10.00pm
Sundays (Foundation Level 2) 11.00am – 12.00pm
Working Foundation 1 – Building Communication
Working Foundation 1 develops the essential skills that every future working Spaniel and Retriever relies on before progressing to more advanced fieldwork.
We focus on creating reliable behaviours through consistency, confidence and structured development. During this programme, we will develop reliable recall, the stop whistle, heel work for the working dog, calmness and impulse control, retrieve foundations, introduction to hunting, handler timing and communication. The programme is about creating reliability before complexity.
Working Foundation 2 – Building Reliability
With core communication established, Working Foundation 2 begins preparing the dog for the demands of the working field. The emphasis moves from learning individual skills to applying them in increasingly realistic environments. During this programme, we develop a reliable stope whistle, develop a hunting pattern, retrieve in varied environments, build confidence over natural obstacles, achieve greater handler control at distance, and develop steadiness with increasing distractions.
Start Date: Sunday 11th October
£120 Level 1 / handler / dog (6 sessions)
£132 Level 2 / handler / dog (6 sessions)
Working Gundog – Field Skills (Level 3).
Spaniels and Retrievers Only
Sundays (Field Skills – Level 3) 13.00 – 14.30
Field Skills – Applying the skillsÂ
This is where training starts to look like a Working Gundog.
We now build capability with water, woodland, obstacles, real distractions, cold game, shot and advanced steadiness.
Entrance Requirements:
All handlers/dogs must pass a Field Skill Assessment before booking this programme.
Venue – Ollerton
Start Date: Sunday 11th October
£144 / handler / dog (6 sessions)
Gundog Gold (Puppy Programme).
Spaniels and Retrievers Only
Sunday 15.00 – 16.00
The Puppy Programme is the Foundation of the Volucris Training System, designed specifically for Spaniels and Retrievers. Through Purposeful Progression we build confidence, engagement, motivation and a strong partnership between dog and handler. These early experiences create the foundations on which every future skill will be built.
During this programme, we will develop engagement and focus, build confidence, start recall foundations, introduce retrieving through play, calmness/self control and handler communication.
This is where the journey from Puppy to Field begins.
Venue – Ollerton.
Start Date: Sunday 11th October
£120 / handler / dog (6 sessions)
Book your programme below.
Booking Terms and Conditions.
Places are non-transferable. If, for any reason, you cannot attend, please contact us as soon as possible.
We are sorry, but we are unable to give refunds for programme dates that you are unable to attend.