“My goal is to share the power of operant conditioning with the rest of the training world, and create a much-needed shift in the minds of those responsible for shaping, conditioning, and leading.” – Simon Prins

Worldwide Workshops

Welcome to my website! I am thrilled to share my passion for dog training with you. As a dedicated professional, I travel the globe organizing workshops to empower dog trainers and enhance their skills. With a strong focus on empowerment, I believe in equipping trainers with the knowledge and techniques necessary to foster positive relationships between humans and their canine companions. Through interactive sessions and comprehensive training methods, I strive to create a supportive community of trainers equipped to handle any training challenge. Join me on this exciting journey as we unleash the full potential of dog training together. If you want information about one of my workshops, please contact me via my contact form.

2026

Returning in 2026. Stronger. Wiser. Deeper.

A fresh perspective on dog training, coaching, and life itself.

After a time of silence, I am returning in 2026 with renewed energy, fresh insights, and a deeper connection to what truly matters: connection, trust, and living in the moment.

The past years have been an intense personal journey. A battle with cancer turned my world upside down but also brought growth, clarity, and a new sense of purpose. This chapter has not only challenged me, but profoundly changed me. It reshaped the way I view training, coaching, and life in the most positive way.

In 2026, I will once again offer workshops. Not just workshops, but powerful experiences where we explore training, behavior, mindset, and the deeper layers of our work and our lives. Everything has shifted. My way of coaching. My approach to training. My perspective on people and dogs. And that change is exactly what makes this next phase so meaningful.

If you’re curious about a fresh and inspiring perspective on dog training, the latest innovations in detection work, effective ways to coach both humans and dogs, and how to live with more clarity, calm, and purpose, then I invite you to join one of my workshops. They are challenging, personal, surprising, and often life changing, for both you and your dog.

What you can expect is a mix of practical tools, innovative techniques, deep insights from over 30 years of operational experience, and lessons drawn from science, practice, and life itself. It’s about more than learning, it’s about growing together with a worldwide community of passionate professionals.

This is a new chapter. A renewed mission.

I am truly looking forward to meeting you. To sharing stories. To learning, laughing, and evolving together, with our dogs as our guides. And none of this would have been possible without the unconditional love and support of my wife and son. They stood by me when I couldn’t stand on my own. Without them, I wouldn’t be here today.

Let 2026 be the year you take new steps. In training, in coaching, and in life. Who knows, it might change you as deeply as it changed me.

Visit my shop to discover fresh, innovative training products at www.detectiondogshop.com. Sign up for updates on upcoming workshops. Stay curious, stay connected, and keep learning.

I hope to see you soon, in real life.

Warm regards,

Simon Prins

Photo with the courtesy of Surrey search dogs (UK)

Workshop USA Joint Forces

ATK9 USA Police & Military event

WORKSHOP SCHEDULE 2026

March 28-29 Harderwijk Netherlands ‘Getxent Academy’ Dutch workshop about Getxent (for more information click here)
April 25-26 Netherlands Elburg Getxent special (Language English)
May 09-10 Netherlands Elburg Direct Odor Imprint (Language English)
June 12-14 Austria detection workshop
August 28-30 Schotland ‘Scent Detection Workshop’ for more information visit K9manhuntschotland.co.uk
September 25-27 England ‘Scent Detection Workshop’ for more info click this link
October 05-09 USA ATK9 ‘Operational Detection & problem solving’ (only open for police and military K9 professionals)
October 16-18 England Georgie Jones more info will follow soon
October 24-25 USA Siloam Springs Bob Bailey & Simon Prins organized by Joint Forces K9
November 21-24 Czech Republic organized by J. Scucka Animal Training Academy and SKP Ostrava Kynologie Studenka
December 11-13 Norway detection workshop

Private (online) coaching

Interactive workshops

The ACT! Masterclass

With my cutting-edge online coaching program, we’ll work together to create a tailored training plan for you and your dog. Let’s outline a clear protocol that will guide you step by step toward your training goals. Using video analysis, training data, and innovative feedforward techniques, I’ll be there to support you every step of the way. Together, we’ll solve problems, overcome challenges, and unlock your dog’s true potential.I provide a variety of personalized coaching services tailored to your needs. Choose between our online remote coaching program, designed for convenience and flexibility, or opt for our one-on-one private coaching, conducted either at my location or yours. Please reach out to explore more about these possibilities and find the option that suits you best.

Consider joining one of my international, interactive workshops. Experience a harmonious blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice. Through proactive and forward-thinking coaching, I will help you to step outside your comfort zone into a space where remarkable growth and learning often occur. In general, my workshops are three days in length. With a maximum of 10 working combinations and some observers, we create a safe learning environment. There are no dumb questions and I love it if you make mistakes. Are you interested in planning a workshop for colleagues or friends? Feel free to reach out. We can design a personalized program that precisely caters to your group’s interests. See below the agenda for workshop dates and places where you can find me.

As a coach and trainer, you understand that you are taking care of dogs and your students! You can only do that if you can show them the best version of yourself! Let me help you to become the best version of yourself. Let me introduce you to the ACT! Masterclass! Do you want to learn more about animal training? Do you want to learn more about detection dogs? Would you like to learn more about giving instruction? Do you want to learn more about yourself as a trainer and instructor? Then the ACT! Masterclass is really something for you! Because it is not always easy to be able or dare to choose your own path. So many opinions, different methodologies, assumptions, and beliefs. The ACT! Masterclass focuses on you as a person in the role of trainer, instructor, or enthusiastic fanatic dog lover.

Work with me!

Seminars

Prepare to embark on an intellectually stimulating journey through my seminars, meticulously crafted to cater to the human end of the leash. These highly informative sessions delve into a diverse range of advanced animal training topics, pushing the boundaries of your knowledge and skills. Spanning one to three days in duration, my seminars are a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge techniques. I diligently keep up with the scientific developments within the training community, allowing me to zoom in on the training secrets that will leave you astounded. Be prepared for mind-blowing updates on the latest animal research, revealing insights that will challenge your understanding. Join me as we unravel the depths of animal training and unlock new levels of expertise together.

Join my workshop

Following an ACT! workshop will be an extraordinary experience as I present to you these exceptional workshops. These dynamic platforms provide a space for information sharing and actively engage participants in guided practice, ensuring a profound integration of knowledge. Recognizing the unique learning styles of individuals, I employ a diverse range of teaching methods, leaving no stone unturned in my pursuit of clarity and comprehension. Meticulously crafted, these workshops blend theory and practicality, offering a holistic approach covering an extensive array of captivating topics. Get ready to immerse yourself in a stimulating atmosphere where theory comes to life through immersive practice, challenging you to expand your horizons like never before.

Private training

Private training will be a transformative journey of personalized, one-on-one work with you and your animals. These meticulously tailored sessions offer a rare opportunity to dive deep into a wealth of focused, information-rich content, catering to individuals ranging from novice trainers to seasoned experts. Immerse yourself in a realm of custom-designed training programs meticulously crafted to suit the unique demands of your specific environment, whether it be your home, workplace, or training grounds. I will collaborate to develop training protocols perfectly aligned with your goals in your K9 training for hobbies, sports, work, or operational settings. By setting the stage for success, we will empower you and your animals to unleash your full potential and achieve remarkable outcomes. Get ready to embrace a journey that will revolutionize your training experience like never before.

Program development & assessment

Working in the professional animal training world is demanding. Having a clear set of guidelines and an excellent program to follow will allow anyone to reach goals and milestones while staying within budget. We carefully assess short and long-term goals and custom-design plans and protocols specific to the individual or group, whether designing a new program or refreshing an old one.

A selection of keynote topics

Mother Nature & Animal Training
History of Animal Training
Modern Training and Innovations
Training Humans
Training Animals

Detection Training
The ACT! Odor Recognition Test
Training and Consequences
Splitters and Lumpers
Protocol Training

Data Collection and Analysis
Search and Rescue
Selecting Trainers
Training radio directional K9’s
Human – trainer coaching