Mentoring
Behind every great scent instructor is a solid, sustainable business plan
Business Support & Mentoring
Behind every great scent instructor is a solid, sustainable business plan let’s build yours.
Running a scent detection business isn’t just about great training sessions, it’s about everything that happens behind the scenes too. From pricing and planning to time management and scalability, we’re here to help you build a business that works for you not burns you out.
These 1:1 personal mentoring sessions are on a monthly membership that you can pause or cancel at any time. Choose from three focus areas Business, Scent Detection, or Track & Trail and get tailored support that fits your goals, challenges, and working style. Whether you're focusing on your own training and CPD or looking to improve your classes, you’ll receive focused, practical guidance from experienced mentors who understand both dogs and business.
Monthly Pay as you Go
Business
Mentoring 1:1
Get Personalised support to:
- Set and review your pricing confidently
- Time-block effectively so your business fits your life
- Create sustainable schedules and class structures
- Identify growth opportunities (without the overwhelm)
Monthly Pay as you Go
Scent Detection Mentoring 1:1
Sharpen your teaching and scent delivery with a practical, dog-focused coaching session.
- Review your current teaching style and class setup
- Get expert feedback on real sessions or videos
- Explore how to build stronger learning outcomes for dogs and handlers
Monthly Pay as you Go
Track Trail Mentoring 1:1
Designed specifically for instructors working in track/trailing
- Troubleshoot training blocks in real teams
- Adapt drills and track setups for varied abilities
- Plan logical progressions from fun runs to operational-style work
- Improve your coaching and observation during trails
12 weeks of support
3 Month Mentoring Package
This isn’t just a check-in or a bit of advice in your inbox.
This is 12 weeks of tailored, hands on support through 1:1 Zoom calls with an experienced mentors who understand the realities of dog training, scent work, and juggling a busy business. Whether you're working in scent detection, trailing, or both, this mentoring package gives you the structure, guidance, and momentum to level up your teaching and your training.
What you get:
- Twelve 30–40 min private Zoom sessions one per week, fully focused on YOU and your goals.
- Video reviews and personalised feedback (for Scent & Trail) to sharpen your sessions
A clear, tailored plan of action after each call so you know exactly what to work on
Thought partnership and troubleshooting from mentors who get it this is real world mentoring, not textbook waffle.
Want to keep going after your 3 months?
No problem you can switch to a monthly rolling option if there’s space.
Limited availability this is a high-contact programme and we only take on a small number of instructors at a time to give each one the attention they deserve.
Add a one off package to your workshop
Brand & Socials
Focused on logo creation, renewal, cohesive visuals, and online presence.
Business Foundations
Business Foundations Package covering legal checklists, pricing strategies, onboarding systems, and more...
Want both packages?
You’ll get a discount when you bundle the two together!
You don’t need to be a SIN member to access these they’re open to everyone.
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