Welcome to Fun Flyball!
We run two venues for this fast paced game so check out the details below!
Super Nova's Dog Academy, headed up by our very own Fun Dog Coach, Jackie takes place on Tuesday evenings at Branksome Centre, Recreation Road, Poole, BH12 2EA
7pm-7.55pm: Intermediate Flyball £14 ('Pay as you Go')*
8pm-8.45pm: 121 Beginner Flyball £35
8.50pm-9.20pm: 121 Private Session £30 (great for those who need space!)
*Dog's must complete an initial 4 week block booking of sessions (£56) prior to going onto PAYG following on from their Beginners session(s).
Poochadise Flyball: Stan's Army, is headed up by Poochadise Owner Kat on Wednesday evenings at Holt Village Hall, Harts Lane, Holt, BH21 7DJ
7.30pm - Intermediate Flyball £14 ('Pay As You Go')*
If interested in Beginner Flyball at Holt, please email for availability.
*Dog's must complete an initial 4 week block booking of sessions (£56) prior to going onto PAYG following on from their Beginners session(s).
Private/121 Sessions
£30 for 30 minutes
£35 for 45 minutes
£40 for 1 hour
(up to 4 dogs)
This is a great option for those who wish to trial a fun flyball session before committing to a full course, have a reactive/nervous dog who needs space, have an elderly dog/puppy/dog with special needs who requires a bit more time and understanding, have multiple family dogs who you want to do a private session with or maybe you want to throw an flyball doggy birthday party! These are just some examples-the list is endless!
Payment is required at the time of booking. Failure to pay may result in your booking being cancelled.
A 48 hour cancellation policy is in place for this option. If notice of less than 48 hours is given, there will be no option of a refund or 'roll over'.
What is Flyball?
In the competition world, flyball is an intense relay sport which became official in 1984. It involves two teams each consisting of four handlers and dogs. Handlers send their dogs down a 51-foot course with a start/finish line at one end over 4 hurdles to collect a ball at the other end from a flyball box to bring it back over the 4 hurdles to the handler. Dogs in competitive flyball can reach speeds of up to 30mph resulting in them looking like they’re flying! Hence the name!
The fastest flyball world record is held by a team named 'Roadrunners Beep Beep' (very fitting) who, at Crufts 2023, completed the relay in 14.16 seconds! That's an average of each dog running 102 feet in 3.54 seconds!
How does Fun Flyball work?
At Poochadise Canine Services & Super Nova's Dog Academy, we learn the sport purely for fun, not to compete.
Each beginners session will teach your dog the skills required to safely participate. Dogs also need to learn to catch and give up the ball! (Although, we do have some 'food runners' who run purely to the box for food (or their own toy) to then run back to their owners so please don't feel you can't give it a go if your dog isn't ball driven!)
After your instructor has signed you off from your beginners sessions, you are then eligible to come to intermediates sessions.
Private session options are also available.
Which dogs can take part in Fun Flyball?
Fun Flyball at Poochadise & Super Nova's Dog Academy isn't as fast paced as what you see in competitions or on TV! The ball retrieval aspect of the run isn't as 'hard hitting' due to us running for fun rather than on the clock, although the end game is still the same and there will be healthy competition between the teams!
Our ball launch pads are not spring activated, but instead use velcro to attach the balls ready for retrieval so force is not required to activate the spring release mechanism. Even if your dog is not fast, they can still participate (9+ months).
What to expect?
Sessions are broken down into training drills (as stated in the 'top tips' which you'll find in the menu), health & safety aspects of flyball, jumping drills, socialisation & distractions and box work. The 'runs' are equipped with rubber matting to ensure no slips.
In each team, there are four different positions that everyone will get to have a go at! The first is the 'Start Dog'. The job of this dog is, you guessed it, the first dog to run! Usually this is the most competitive and athletic dog to give their team a strong head start. We then have the 'second' and 'third' dogs which are the middle runners. The final piece of the puzzle is the 'Anchor Dog'. Again, this dog is one of the fastest on the team and swoops in for the win!
What to bring to lessons?
Reward/tug toy, poo bags, lots of drinking water for you and your dog, a bowl (and a towel to put your bowl on to keep the floors dry!), a normal lead (not slip or extendable), a harness and/or collar that doesn't affect your dogs movement, treats and plenty of enthusiasm! Some dogs also respond well to a clicker if you use one for training so feel free to bring that!
Ensure you're wearing clothing you can move comfortably in and sturdy footwear!
T&C's:
Payment is required at the time of booking. Failure to pay may result in your booking being cancelled.
A 48 hour cancellation policy is in place for this option. If notice of less than 48 hours is given, there will be no option of a refund or 'roll over'.
You are responsible for your own dog during sessions, please do not let them be a nuisance to others!
Please follow the trainers instructions at all times.
In both of our venues, there is ample green space to toilet your dog, please do not allow them mark on the centre walls.
If your dog damages any equipment during sessions, you may be liable for the cost of fixing/replacing.
Poochadise Flyball: Stan's Army. In memory of our beloved teammate.
Stan set the record for the fastest run here at Poochadise on 04/06/2025 completing his 102ft lap in 5.13 seconds!
Stan has sadly crossed over the rainbow bridge and our group is named as a tribute to him.
We are honoured to have him displayed proudly on our poster.
You are truly missed.
