Established in 1998, the Hawkesbury Dog Agility Club (HDAC) is a volunteer-run, not-for-profit organisation based at Hawkesbury Showground in Sydney’s northwest. We are proudly affiliated with Dogs NSW and dedicated to promoting responsible dog ownership through the sport of agility.
Our club offers weekly training classes for members of all experience levels—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors preparing for trials. We welcome dogs of all breeds, sizes and speeds, and our training is grounded in positive reinforcement and reward-based methods.
In addition to training, HDAC hosts Agility trials under the Dogs NSW banner as well as supporting local fundraising events, and taking part in community demonstrations to raise awareness about responsible pet care and the benefits of dog sports.
Our aims
Promote responsible dog ownership
Provide a supportive environment where members can build strong, respectful relationships with their dogs
Foster better canine citizens—on both ends of the leash
Our 2024-2025 committee
Our club is proudly run by volunteers, with all activities and events made possible through the dedication of our committee. The following members have generously volunteered their time to help support and grow our community.
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Sarah Kirkwood |
| Vice President | Deidre Bickerstaff |
| Secretary | Sandra Jensen |
| Treasurer | Sue Ryan |
| Trial Secretary | Dot Drescik |
| Equipment Officer | Jim Birrell |
| Uniform Officer | Sue Ryan |
| Trophy Officer | Gail Mogg |
| Chief Instructor | Rebecca Jones |
| Media Officer | Shell Gurney |
| Public Officer | Monique Pryce |
| Committee Members | Bronwynne Goyen, Janette Quinn & Greg Pryce. |
The Hawkesbury Dog Agility Club acknowledges the tremendous dedication of some club members who have gone above and beyond to ensure our success.
| Life Members | Bronwynne Goyen, Keith Edwards, Sue Ryan |
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