Walking in Balance Workshop 30th Aug
Saturday 30th August 2025 10am - 4pm at Muddifords Court, Willand, Devon, EX15 2QG
Does your dog pull on the lead?
Join us to start transforming your walks.
Frustrated by your dog pulling on the lead? Does your dog refuse to walk?
One of the best things about having a dog is going for lovely long walks and spending quality time with them. However, walking can become a dreaded chore if your dog pulls on the lead, or if they are nervous about going for a walk and won't move.
- Do you ever feel like your dog has no idea you are at the other end of the lead?
- Are you embarrassed by your dog's behaviour on walks, frustrated by the pulling, tired of the struggle?
- Do you dread taking your dog for a walk because of the discomfort it causes you and your dog?
- Is your dog afraid of going for a walk? Do they become 'stuck' in certain places and are unable to move?
- Do you wonder if you'll ever be able to stop your dog from pulling?
- Would you like your dog to be less anxious on a walk?
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP - WALKING IN BALANCE
Saturday the 30th of August 2025: 10am - 4.00pm
at Muddifords Court, Willand, Devon, EX15 2QG.
Dog Handler & Non-Dog Participant places available (please see below for more details).
This Workshop is Perfect For You and Your Dog:
- If you are looking for a kind and gentle solution to help teach your dog not to pull on the lead.
- If your dog already wears a harness, or you are interested in learning how to use a harness with your dog.
- If you want to build focus and connection with your dog and develop their self-confidence.
- If you're looking to discover gentle, compassionate ways to support your nervous or anxious dog?
- If you are willing to put in the practice with all the new skills you have learnt.
Know that you're not alone in this journey, and within this workshop, you'll find the support you need.
Join me, Katharine Brunsch, for a heart-led, hands-on Walking in Balance Workshop. This one-day, in-person workshop is designed to empower both you and your dog with techniques rooted in empathy, science, and body-based awareness. You'll leave with practical tools to reduce stress, build confidence, and deepen your connection.
Ready to transform your walks into stress-free strolls?
The perfect workshop to stop your dog from pulling on the lead!
The 'Walking in Balance' Workshop is for dogs that struggle with the environment, whether that's pulling with excitement or refusing to walk due to overwhelm. I will show you all the things I use to create enjoyable walks with your dog.
You will learn gentle techniques using Tellington TTouch to create a deeper bond and more focus with your dog, leading to effortless walking without the pulling.
- Build on focus and connection with your dog, so that they know you are on the other end of the lead.
- Learn the importance of choosing the right equipment AND how to use it.
- Learn how to help your dog change their posture so that they become more physically and emotionally balanced.
- Have fun in our TTouch Playground to practice your new skills and build more awareness through movement.
Even though the training environment was too overwhelming for Nala, her human attended our Walking in Balance Workshop last year. What happened next was incredible: applying their new skills, bolstered by the online course, they've achieved a truly remarkable transformation in their walks – proving change is possible even in challenging situations!
I know how it feels to have a dog that pulls on the lead!
When I got my dog Remi, I realised how lucky I had been with all my other dogs, who naturally walked on a loose lead. Remi, however, PULLED A LOT, and as soon as she was on the lead, it was like she didn't even know I existed and definitely didn't know I was holding the other end of the lead.
I tried everything, positive reinforcement training techniques, treats, clickers, and other trainers online courses, but Remi remained a furry steamroller on four legs!
Does this sound familiar to you?
The good news is that after some creative problem-solving and Tellington TTouch leading techniques, Remi is now a delight to walk on the lead.
Firstly, she knows I'm on the other end of the lead - that's a massive win! Remi regularly looks back and checks in with me. She is no longer leaning forward into her harness and the lead is relaxed. Plus she's no longer pulling my arm out of its socket, and our walks are much more fun.
Now that we've worked on focus and connection, the outside world isn't just a source of excitement for Remi; I'm also a part of that enrichment.
Does your dog refuse to walk sometimes?
Remi, despite being a large Bullmastiff, is incredibly sensitive. During walks, she sometimes experiences a 'freeze' response, where she gets 'stuck'. Instead of labelling her as stubborn, I understand that past experiences may be contributing to her anxiety.
By listening to her body language and offering a sense of security, I can provide a reassuring and calming presence. By supporting her through any emotional distress, and allowing her processing time, I can help her regain her composure and continue our walk. Join us if you'd like to learn how to do this as well.
Ways to Join the Workshop:
If you're not sure if a training environment is suitable for your dog? No problem! We offer Non-Dog Participant places for those who want to learn TTouch leading techniques without their dog in a group training environment.
- Dog Handler Place £95 (limited to 5 dogs) – for you and your dog to learn hands-on TTouch techniques.
- Non-Dog Participant £75 – perfect if your dog would prefer not to attend, but you'd still like to learn the techniques.
Testimonials
"After 2 years of trying every piece of equipment possible to stop the pulling I certainly believe the TTouch approach is the best, you have no idea how thankful I am that I attended your course. We are putting some of the techniques into practice and I can already see a difference".
"Hi Katharine, thank you for yesterday it was so great and I learnt so much. Last nights walk was so different and today's was good he did pull but doing the melt bit was really good and he came back in. Even my partner had noticed a difference!!! Xx".
Trauma Informed Walking: Prioritising Your Dog's Emotional Safety
- Does your dog get overwhelmed? Whether it's fear, frustration, or too much excitement, this workshop can help!
- Build Your Dog's Confidence: This workshop goes beyond leading techniques. We'll help you achieve "Walking in Balance" by focusing on your dog's physical needs, mental well-being, and emotional security. This comprehensive approach builds your dog's confidence, making them a calmer companion who can navigate the world with greater ease.
- Tailored for Sensitive Dogs: Recognising that each dog is an individual with unique needs, we offer a range of gentle and respectful loose-lead walking techniques. We'll work together to find the approach that best supports your dog's physical and emotional well-being, helping them achieve a sense of balance and confidence.
Workshop Highlights:
- In-person training in a small group so that you get personalised support
- Understand why your dog pulls on the lead
- See your Dog with New Eyes
- Learn Tellington TTouch Body Work for Connection
- Learn Tellington TTouch Leading Techniques for Communication
- Use Gentle & Supportive Equipment
- Use the TTouch Playground to Improve Confidence
- Try TTouch Wraps to improve Body Awareness
Beyond the full day of in-person training, we've packed in even more value with these exclusive bonuses!
Participant Feedback from previous Workshops
Additional Bonuses included with the 'Walking in Balance' Workshop
FREE Online access to all the course materials from the Workshop
Teaching your dog to walk on a loose lead doesn't happen in a day unfortunately, that's why I've created an online supporting course to go with the In-Person workshop. You'll have everything you need from How-To videos and PDFs covering everything we looked at during the workshop, so that when you get back home you can go over everything whenever you need to.
Also included in the workshop price is FREE access to the VIP Community
You can access the VIP Client Community, 'Bark to the Future' as a Canine Support Client. Within this community, you have additional support from Katharine, alongside other members who have been in your position. This is a safe place to share your videos for feedback and share your wins. There is also additional support, training and information which is only shared with clients.
FREE Coach in your Pocket
It's always nice to know you have someone you can turn to if you get stuck, that's why you will have Katharine as a Coach in Your Pocket after the workshop. You can WhatsApp message or email any questions, concerns or if you need any further support, including any technical issues you may have.
Download the FREE Canine Support App
You can download the FREE Canine Support App so you can view all your course content on your mobile phone or tablet. This is perfect if you want a quick reminder of the techniques used with the step-by-step videos.
Why use Tellington TTouch?
Tellington TTouch is a specialised approach to the care and training of our animals. It can be used as a stand alone therapy or integrated into your positive reinforcement training plan.
Leading Techniques are a key component in the Tellington TTouch Method, and we use the TTouch Playground (also known as the Confidence Course) to practice new skills and re-educate ourselves and our dogs about walking on the lead.
At first glance, the TTouch Playground may look like an obstacle or agility course, but we navigate the obstacles at a slow speed to develop the dogs' focus and concentration, improving their confidence and the connection you have together. Having fun is essential as this aids the dogs' ability to learn and improves their body awareness.
Benefits of TTouch Ground Work
The TTouch Playground can be described as an 'awareness course' for both the dogs and humans involved. Mindful, slow and steady groundwork is an essential element of the TTouch method.
- Promotes fun for both of you, which enhances learning.
- Encourages focus for all parties.
- Slows the process down, requiring the nervous system to pay more attention.
- Requires non-habitual movement and enhances communication between you and your dog.
- Increases coordination and balance (mental, emotional & physical).
- Helps dogs become successful, which improves confidence.
