> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://dogsports.be/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Finding an Agility Club in Belgium - URL: https://dogsports.be/en/agility-clubs-in-belgium/ - Published: 2026-07-24T16:22:21.000Z - Updated: 2026-10-07T14:40:50.000Z - Description: Where to find agility clubs in Belgium, from the VOE club list and DSAB to KKUSH, NVBK and Sport Vlaanderen's database, plus what to ask before you join so you choose the right club for you and your dog. - Author: Giovanni Vandewaetere - Tags: Agility, Beginners, Belgium, #en In Belgium, agility starts at a club, usually called a *hondenschool* or *club canin*. That's where you'll learn the obstacles and handling, and your club also decides which federation you'll compete under. Choosing well saves you time, money and frustration. This guide shows where to find clubs and what to look for. If you're completely new to the sport, read [How to Start Agility With Your Dog](https://dogsports.be/en/how-to-start-agility/) first. ## Why your club's federation matters Most Belgian dog clubs belong to a federation, and that affiliation shapes your competition options: - A **VOE** club leads naturally to VOE competitions, open to dogs with or without a pedigree, and to the IFCS World Agility Championships. - **DSAB** is an independent organisation that runs its own competitions and the Belgian try-outs for the World Agility Open. - A **KKUSH** club is the route to FCI competitions, including the FCI Agility World Championship and the European Open. - An **NVBK** club gives you access to that federation's small but growing agility programme. Handlers can mix more than one organisation. For example, VOE gives members of other federations a one-off IB number to enter its competitions. But your club's affiliation determines your insurance and your main paperwork. [Agility in Belgium: The Complete Guide](https://dogsports.be/en/agility-in-belgium/) compares the organisations in detail. ## Where to find clubs ### VOE clubs The [Hondenfederatie V.O.E. vzw](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/?ref=dogsports.be) publishes its affiliated clubs, grouped by province, on its [Hondenscholen (dog schools) page](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/pagina9.html?ref=dogsports.be). Each entry gives the training ground address, secretariat, phone number, email and, where available, a website. The list covers West Flanders, Antwerp, East Flanders, Flemish Brabant, Limburg and Hainaut, plus a few member clubs just over the Dutch border in Zeeland. Clubs on the VOE list include, for example: - **A.R.C.I. Ingelmunster** (West Flanders) - **De Zandstuivers Lichtervelde** (West Flanders) - **HvARTS vzw** in Vrasene (East Flanders), which hosted the [VOE Belgian Agility Championship on 20 September 2026](https://voe-beheer.be/p%5Fevenementen%5Fagenda.php?ref=dogsports.be) - **Dogs in Action** (Wetteren) and **Lucky Dog vzw** (Temse) in East Flanders - **Agility Club des Fours à Chaux** and **ASBL Club Tous Toutous** (Hainaut) Not every VOE club offers agility, and some focus on obedience or Mondial Dogsport. Check the club's own website or call before you visit. The [VOE sport calendar](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/sporten%20activiteitenkalender.html?ref=dogsports.be) is a useful clue, because it shows which clubs host agility competitions. ### DSAB [DogSport Agility Belgium](https://agilityinfo.be/federaties/dsab/?ref=dogsports.be) does not publish a club directory on an open website. Its calendar and announcements are shared mainly in its [Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/753957854750202). In [Sport Vlaanderen's database](https://www.sport.vlaanderen/SportDBPublic.Website/OrganisatieDetail/Get/20abc69d-4427-49be-93c6-c412482e9d56?ref=dogsports.be), DSAB is registered as a sports club based in Lebbeke, with its activities at the Just 4 Fun dog sports field there. If DSAB's WAO-style competitions appeal to you, join the group and ask where members train. Many DSAB competitors also belong to a local club under another federation. ### KKUSH clubs Section 4C's [getting-started page](https://www.sectie4c.be/deelnemen-aan-wedstrijden-participer-aux-concours/?ref=dogsports.be) links to the overview of KKUSH-affiliated clubs, which is managed by the VdA-AdD ([club information](https://www.vda-add.be/nl/over-ons/clubs?ref=dogsports.be)). The [Section 4C sport calendar](https://mykkush.be/modules/sportkalenderboekje/pdfsportkalender.php?sectie=4C&ref=dogsports.be) is another good source: it lists every club that organises a KKUSH agility competition, with its address, contact person and website. ### NVBK clubs The NVBK's [agility page](https://www.nvbk.org/agility/agility-nl.html?ref=dogsports.be) lists its agility clubs by club number and municipality, including Brasschaat, Dendermonde, Torhout, Vrasene and others. The agility commission is new and still growing. ### Sport Vlaanderen's club database In Flanders, [Sport Vlaanderen's SportDB](https://www.sport.vlaanderen/?ref=dogsports.be) lists recognised sports clubs, including many dog schools. Entries usually show the sport federation each club belongs to, which tells you its competition route. Dog clubs affiliated to recreational federations such as Sporta, for example, appear there as well. ### Indoor training venues Belgian winters are wet, and indoor halls let you train all year. The independent site [AgilityInfo.be](https://agilityinfo.be/?ref=dogsports.be) lists these indoor venues: - Agilcanin, Courcelles - Hondensportcentrum LADO, Aarschot - Lys Foolies, Wielsbeke - Madness Arena, Hasselt Indoor venues usually rent out ring time or run workshops, so they're a good complement to your club rather than a replacement for one. ## How to choose: a checklist Visit two or three clubs before you decide. Most let you watch a session. Here's what to look at and ask. ### Training approach - **Reward-based methods.** Dogs should be motivated with food, toys and play. Avoid clubs that rely on corrections or harsh handling. - **Foundations before obstacles.** Good clubs teach focus, body awareness and handling before full courses, and they don't rush young dogs onto the equipment. See [Puppy Foundations for Future Agility Dogs](https://dogsports.be/en/puppy-foundations-for-agility/). - **Age policy.** Ask at what age dogs start on full-height jumps and contacts. Clubs should respect growth plates. The competitions themselves set a minimum age, often 18 months. ### Group size and levels - How many dogs are in each group, and how many runs does each dog get per session? - Are there separate groups for beginners, recreational handlers and competitors? Many Belgian clubs divide classes this way. - Is there a waiting list? Popular agility groups often have one, so sign up early. ### Equipment and ground - Is the equipment in good condition and set to the correct heights for your dog? - Does the club have a safe contact surface, a full set of weave poles and tunnels that are properly secured? - What is the ground like: grass, sand or artificial turf? Is there an indoor option in winter? ### Competition support - Which federation is the club affiliated to, and does that match your goals? - Does the club help members prepare for their first competition, and for any entry tests the federation requires? - Do club members travel to competitions together? Car-sharing and moral support make a big difference on your first day. See [Your First Agility Competition](https://dogsports.be/en/your-first-agility-competition/). ### Practicalities - **Costs:** annual membership, any per-lesson fee, and federation or licence fees. Prices vary widely between clubs, so ask for the full picture. - **Insurance:** check what the club's federation policy covers. VOE clubs are insured through [Dierenhobby's vzw](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/verzekeringen.html?ref=dogsports.be), KKUSH clubs through the [licence system](https://www.vda-add.be/nl/licenties?ref=dogsports.be) and NVBK clubs through [group insurance](https://www.nvbk.org/index.html?ref=dogsports.be). - **Volunteering:** many Belgian clubs run on volunteers and expect members to help with competitions or work days. It's also a great way to learn. - **Language:** clubs in Flanders usually train in Dutch and clubs in Wallonia in French. Plenty of instructors are happy to explain in English, so ask. ## Your first visit Contact the club before you turn up. Many agility groups are small and use waiting lists, and some clubs only take dogs that have done their basic obedience course first. When you get in touch, mention: - your dog's age, breed or type and approximate size - any training you've already done, such as puppy class or obedience - whether you're interested in recreational agility or competing, and with which organisation (VOE, DSAB, KKUSH or NVBK) - which days and times you're available A few useful words: in Dutch, *hondenschool* (dog school), *wachtlijst* (waiting list), *proefles* (trial lesson) and *wedstrijdploeg* (competition group). In French, *club canin*, *liste d'attente*, *cours d'essai* and *équipe de compétition*. On the day, bring your dog's vaccination booklet or passport, a flat collar or harness, a lead, high-value treats and a favourite toy. Watching a full session before your dog's first go tells you a lot about the atmosphere and the instructors. ## A quick word on recreational agility Not everyone wants to compete, and that's fine. Many clubs have recreational groups where you train for fun, without the pressure of competition. Some of these groups have their own entry tests or club diplomas. If you later change your mind, VOE's recreational class is a gentle first step into competition ([VOE youth and recreational page](https://hondenfederatie-voe.be/pagina31.html?ref=dogsports.be)). ## Useful links - [VOE affiliated clubs by province](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/pagina9.html?ref=dogsports.be) - [VOE sport calendar](https://www.hondenfederatie-voe.be/sporten%20activiteitenkalender.html?ref=dogsports.be) - [DSAB on AgilityInfo](https://agilityinfo.be/federaties/dsab/?ref=dogsports.be) and the [DSAB Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/753957854750202) - [Section 4C: getting started](https://www.sectie4c.be/deelnemen-aan-wedstrijden-participer-aux-concours/?ref=dogsports.be) and the [VdA-AdD clubs page](https://www.vda-add.be/nl/over-ons/clubs?ref=dogsports.be) - [NVBK agility](https://www.nvbk.org/agility/agility-nl.html?ref=dogsports.be) - [AgilityInfo.be](https://agilityinfo.be/?ref=dogsports.be)