Pricing
All courses and services at Great Southern Training.
All prices are subject to change — these are a guide only.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Book a Private Lesson First.
Every dog is different, and choosing a programme before fully understanding the problem can mean starting in the wrong place. A one-on-one private lesson gives Darren the opportunity to properly assess your dog, understand exactly what you are dealing with, and point you toward the right programme — whether that is a group course, a specialist session, or continued private work. It is the most reliable starting point for any dog owner who is unsure.
Single Session Courses
| Course |
Price Per Person |
Duration |
Dogs (Min → Max) |
| Leash Manners | $65 | 1 hour | 5 → 5 |
| Zen Sessions | $65 | 1 hour | 5 → 5 |
| Reactivity Management | $280 | 3 hours | 4 → 5 |
| Fear Training | $280 | 3 hours | 5 → 5 |
| Resource Guarding | $280 | 3 hours | 5 → 5 |
| Behaviour Problems & Solutions | $265 | 3 hours | 5 → 5 |
| Rottweiler Training | $25 | 1 hour | 10 → 10 |
Reliable Recall — 2 Sessions
| Course | Price Per Person | Dogs (Min → Max) |
|---|
| Reliable Recall$180 covers both sessions |
$180 |
5 → 6 |
Focus Heeling — 4 Sessions
| Course | Price Per Person | Duration | Dogs (Min → Max) |
|---|
| Focus HeelingSTSK9™ trained — drive-based heeling method. 1 hr per week for 4 weeks. |
$245 |
4 × 1 hour |
5 → 5 |
Obedience Training — 4 Sessions
| Format | Price Per Person | Dogs (Min → Max) |
|---|
| Very Small Group | $170 | 5 → 6 |
| Small Group | $140 | 7 → 9 |
| Standard Group | $110 | 10 → 15 |
Individual & Online Services
| Service | Price | Format | Notes |
|---|
| Puppy TrainingPrivate lessons only — no group classes | $75 / 30 min Introductory rate — standard rate $90 | 1 dog | Travel fee $30 if 15km+ from Albany CBD |
| Private Lessons | $75 / 30 min Introductory rate — standard rate $90 | 1 dog | Travel fee $30 if 15km+ from Albany CBD |
| Online SessionSingle 30 minute consultation via Google Meet | $75 | 1 dog | Available anywhere — no travel required. Book online |
| Train the Trainer | $2,800 | 1 person | 6-month mentorship — 1 hr per week, face to face or online |
Quick Reference
Behaviour Specialist Sessions
From $265
Reactivity, Fear, Resource Guarding, and Behaviour Problems — intensive 3-hour courses.
Online Sessions
$75
Single 30 minute session via Google Meet. No travel required — available Australia-wide.
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Obedience Training
From $110
4-session programmes in small, very small, or standard group formats.
Reactivity Management
4 dogs min
The only course with a minimum enrolment of 4. All other group courses require a minimum of 5.
