GCCF Judge Training

GCCF Judge Training . . . a Common Sense Approach to Training New Judges!

Learn about the new judge training programme and how the GCCF is committed to training new judges quickly and professionally, whilst ensuring that no one transferring to the new programme will be disadvantaged.

The New Judge Training Programme Started on 01/01/2025 . . .

Learn More About The New JPGs

BACs now work with JPGs to speed up your judge training!

Transferring to the New Scheme

See how exactly you will transfer from the old scheme to the new judge training programme.

Meet the JASRG Team

The highly experienced GCCF team tasked with introducing the new judge training programme.

Working Through the New Judge Training Programme

Step by step guide explaining your path to becoming a GCCF Judge.

Appeals Process

One of the main principles of the new judge training programme is to make sure no one is ever disadvantaged.

Accelerated Training

A new judge training programme designed to speed up your judge training!

Train by Imperial/Grand Group: Learn how to judge all breeds within the Grand Group instead of each breed one at a time.

Removal of Outdated Rules: A modern approach that strips out the anomalies, inconsistencies, contradictions and padding that put barriers in the way.

Online Resources: Access online training to get up to speed in-between shows.

GCCF Promise

Your training is important to GCCF, we want you to succeed and help the GCCF flourish! Equally, we want to make you certain promises . . .

Faster Path: The new judge training programme will be a faster route to becoming a judge.

Never Disadvantaged: As a current candidate you won’t be disadvantaged when transferring to the new programme. All past tutorials and assessments will be counted towards your progression.

Clear Pathway: We will continually add information to this website to show you a clear pathway to becoming a judge. We will also communicate with you via your chosen JPG.

The GCCF’s new judge training programme transformed my journey from Student Judge to Junior Judge . . .

By removing unnecessary time constraints, it allowed me to progress at my own pace while focusing on practical learning and mentorship.

The hands-on experience and JPG mentorship deepened my understanding of breed standards and judging protocols, boosting my confidence and skills.

This streamlined approach didn’t just speed up my development—it enriched it, preparing me thoroughly for the role. I’m grateful for a system that values quality and encourages growth, making the transition to judging both rewarding and seamless.

Paula Hargan, Student Judge

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