Motivation Lab
3 months of focused, individual 1:1 coaching for Detection dog handlers
Motivation Lab is an intensive 1:1 coaching programme for handlers who want to work closely with me on their training.
The coaching is individual and case-specific, shaped by the goal you have with the dog in front of you.
Since motivation is central to my training philosophy, our work together will often involve building, growing, or revisiting motivation. This is what gave the programme its name.
Best suited for
Motivation Lab is for sport or working Detection dog handlers who want to work on specific aspects of their training and prefer continuous individual input in a private online setting.
Many people use Motivation Lab at an early stage of training, but it’s just as suited to progression or troubleshooting.
What you get
- 6 coaching calls (1:1 Zoom): focused conversations to work through your training questions and refine your approach.
- Training assignments + video feedback: you receive tasks that fit your goals and submit training videos for detailed, actionable feedback.
- Access to your private coaching portal for your training assignments and feedback.
- Direct access to me via the portal between sessions, for questions, quick checks, or updates, so you’re never stuck waiting for the next call.
- Train one dog or several. If it supports your training goal, we can work with more than one dog.
What we work on and how quickly things progress depends on your training goal, your dog/s, you as the handler and the training decisions being made along the way.
Timeframe
Motivation Lab is intentionally time-limited to 3 months.
In Motivation Lab we develop clarity and direction in your training. Once progress has been made, most handlers no longer need this level of individual input and continue their training independently or within a group setting.
Signing up for more time is an option when there’s a reason to continue at this level.
How this fits my other work
I also run a separate coaching group, offering long-term support to handlers who work individually on their own goals.
Motivation Lab exists for handlers who want intensive 1:1 Detection coaching short-term.
Bonus
With Motivation Lab, you’ll also receive FREE lifetime access to my Toy Motivation for Search Dogs programme.
This is a standalone course, normally sold separately, that includes progressive hunting games to build toy motivation and guidance on how to start channeling this motivation into focused search work.
Your commitment
- Show up for our scheduled calls ready to engage and troubleshoot.
- Complete assigned tasks and submit videos for feedback.
- Be honest and open about your progress, struggles, and wins.
Availability
Motivation Lab has limited availability, as I only take on a small number of 1:1 clients at a time.
When places are full, this page switches to a waitlist. If you see a waitlist option instead of a checkout, enter your details and I’ll contact you when a place becomes available.
When Motivation Lab is open, you’ll see the checkout below. You can book directly.
Once you’ve done that, we’ll schedule your goal setting session. The date of this session will also be the start of your 3 months Motivation Lab.
Choose your preferred option below to secure your spot.
EU customers: By purchasing this service, you agree that your coaching begins immediately, including reserving your place and allocating coaching capacity for you. You understand that you waive your 14-day right of withdrawal under EU consumer law, even if your first session has not yet taken place. All sales are final and non-refundable.
"As a handler and trainer I've really benefitted from focusing on building stronger foundations in a more structured programme that's enabled me to improve my own mechanics and understanding of the dogs motivation. The end product is a vastly more focused and motivated dog than I've managed to train before. I will certainly be using the skills I've learnt here with all my dogs going forward. I have found the training to be clear and well organised with excellent insightful feedback. Astrid has many times spotted a small nuanced change that I need to make in my handling or set up that has made all the difference to our progress. " Becky Parker Dog handler
Becky Parker
