Canine Hoopers Adelaide
A gentle, low-impact dog sport focused on communication, confidence, and connection between you and your dog
What is CANINE HOOPERS?
Awlays through, never over
Canine Hoopers (or Hoopers) is a dog sport built around flowing courses made from low-impact obstacles such as hoops and tunnels. Instead of jumping or climbing equipment, dogs move through gentle sequences that build communication and confidence between dog and handler.
FOR ALL DOGS AND PEOPLE
Why Hoopers?
Hoopers focuses on clear communication rather than speed or physical intensity.
Courses are designed with gentle turns and low-impact equipment, making the sport accessible to many dogs and handlers.
Low-impact obstacles
Flowing course design
Clear communication and teamwork
Confidence building for dogs
And we have location options, including us coming to you!
Who is it for?
For all dogs and all people
Hoopers can suit many different teams, including:
Handlers who don’t want to run
Older dogs or dogs with mobility limits
Young dogs building confidence and body awareness
Dogs that find busy class environments overwhelming
The focus is on building trust, clarity, and teamwork between you and your dog.
Tell us a little about you and your dog, and we’ll get back to you to talk through what might suit you best.
Meet your trainer
Penny Pardoe-Matthews
Karen Pryor Academy Certified Training Professional (KPA CTP)
Penny teaches across behaviour training, tricks, agility, and hoopers. Her approach focuses on clear communication, positive reinforcement, and helping each dog-handler team progress in a way that suits them.
Her training philosophy is simple: meet the dog in front of you and build skills in a way that develops confidence and trust.
How Classes work
Structured training in a calm environment
Classes focus on helping dogs and handlers build skills step-by-step. Each team works individually in the training space while others wait their turn, helping dogs stay relaxed and focused.
Sessions typically include:
skill practice on small sequences
guided course runs
coaching on handling and communication
Ready to book?
or Want to know more?
Because every dog and handler is different, there’s no automated booking system. Instead, send a message and Penny will get back to you to discuss:
your dog’s age, experience and needs
what you’d like to work on
which classes or training options may suit you
There’s no pressure, just a conversation about what might work best for you and your dog.
