The BIGA Show

  • 09 Dec 2018
  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • The Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park nr. Coventry, Warwickshire, CV8 2LZ

Registration

  • Reduced entry for BIGA members (Spectators only. If you are competing please complete the Competitors entry form). (Tradestand holders pls complete the Tradestand registration form.) USE THIS FORM TO REGISTER ADDITIONAL GUESTS WHO ARE BIGA MEMBERS ONLY. Members of ICMG UK must use the ICMG UK Registration form.
  • Reduced entry for ICMG UK members. Use this form to add Spectator guests who are also ICMG members. If you would like to add guests who are NOT members of ICMG, please also complete the Non-Member Spectator registration form.
  • Not a member of BIGA or ICMG UK? Not a problem. You are still welcome to attend The BIGA Show. Just £20 per ticket. If you are competing or you've got a Tradestand, pls complete the relevant registration form. This form for NON-MEMBER Spectator tickets only. Separate registration forms for BIGA members and ICMG UK members.
  • For groomers with any amount of experience.
    Bring any breed in a breed trim. Any suitable technique and size of dog is acceptable.

    In addition there will be a 15 minute comfort break outside; which is an opportunity for your dog to shake, stretch their legs, have a drink and go to the toilet.

    The comfort break is also an opportunity for you to have a look at your progress.
    (Please make sure you take your poo bags and read the rules)
  • For groomers with any amount of experience.
    Bring any mixed breed in any style or a pure breed, not in its breed trim. Any suitable technique and size of dog is acceptable.

    In addition, there will be a 15 minute comfort break outside; which is an opportunity for your dog to shake, stretch their legs, have a drink and go to the toilet.

    The comfort break is also an opportunity for you to have a look at your progress.
    (Please make sure you take your poo bags and read the rules). PLEASE NOTE: this registration is for ONE competitor only. If you have a Guest, please register the Guest with their details separately as a Spectator.
  • If you're a BIGA Member Training Centre, please join us with a Tradestand (allocation of trestle table) for only £50, including full access for two members to the day's events. If you'd like to register additional guests (members or non-members), please also complete the relevant registration form. (Please note - this allocation is for a trestle table at the show and not the standard tradestand space of 3m frontage).
  • IMPORTANT: before you complete registration and payment online, please contact Sarah on admin@mybiga.org to confirm your tradestand allocation first. Tradestand charges are £100 including attendance for two people who are also welcome to participate in all activities during the day.
  • IMPORTANT - please contact Sarah Sturley on admin@mybiga.org before booking. Limited in size to just a Trestle Table at only £50 instead of £100. Includes access to all areas of the show for two people.
  • Open to BIGA and ICMG UK Members (for non-members, you are still welcome to 'compete' - just use the next category. Prep and Groom your dog at home (any class, any breed). Then bring to the Snowflake Competition. Stack your dog and get feedback about your grooming, directly from our Competition Judge. No pressure and all of the fun! With PRIZES TO WIN (so there is a little pressure...). This entry includes access to all parts of The BIGA Show.
  • Open to all Non-Members. Prep and Groom your dog at home (any class, any breed). Then bring to the Snowflake Competition. Stack your dog and get feedback about your grooming, directly from our Competition Judge. No pressure and all of the fun! With PRIZES TO WIN (so there is a little pressure...). This entry includes access to all parts of The BIGA Show.
  • The BIGA Show is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors and we are truly grateful to have such lovely support. If you would like to sponsor BIGA, payment can be made with this registration form (you might need to use a different email address if you have already registered for the event). Please make sure to contact us and confirm the nature of your sponsorship beore completing this form.
  • The BIGA Show is made possible by the generosity of our sponsors and we are truly grateful to have such lovely support. If you would like to sponsor BIGA, payment can be made with this registration form (you might need to use a different email address if you have already registered for the event). Please make sure to contact us and confirm the nature of your sponsorship beore completing this form.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE BIGA SHOW 2018

TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE £20 EACH (Spectators Only / Competitor Registration is now closed)


PRE-REGISTERED GUESTS WILL HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN A FABULOUS DOOR-PRIZE FROM OUR SPONSORS - PLS ALSO BE SURE TO COLLECT YOUR FREE MINCE PIE FROM THE BIGA STAND
BIGA and ICMG UK MEMBERS £10 ONLINE ONLY
Non-Members £20
AT THE DOOR - ALL TICKETS £20 (Member and Non-Member)
The BIGA Show is back at The Kennel Club Building at Stoneleigh Park, Sunday December 9th, 2018.

A BIGA Thank You to our GOLD sponsor SIMPSONS




Doors 9am-4pm Sunday*
*Trade-stand access 7am Sunday or 7-9pm Saturday eve
BIGA's THIRD event. Our annual one-day conference and FUN competitions. The day will feature seminars, workshops, demos, guest speakers, a Christmas Market of Trade Stands, The BIGA Treasure Hunt PLUS... drumroll... The BIGA Question Time, a moderated panel discussion with wonderful guests and audience participation. And more, including your chance to win FABULOUS PRIZES from our sponsors to be given away on the day.
Open to members and non-members. £10 entry for members or £20 (non-members) FREE mince pie with every pre-registered entry!

Competitor entry is £35. Trade-stand holders £100 (includes entry for two).

Christmas Market - grooming suppliers and BIGA partners featuring discounts.

A BIGA Thank You to our GOLD sponsor Mutneys!




Taking place at The Kennel Club Building, Stoneleigh Park nr. Coventry, Warwickshire, CV8 2LZ

• Business seminars all directed at helping YOU improve your business

• 12 demos, yes 12. up close and personal, with talented groomers demonstrating how they do it. Includes 3 examples of Asian grooming, cockapoo, labradoodle, handstripping, breed styling and more.....

• Show & Tell: open mic for exhibitors / Trade-stand holders: a show and tell of your new products and/or services

PLUS....... Grooming Competitions                                  

Start Time: 10:30 am

   * * * * The Snowflake Competition * * * *

Prepare and groom your dog at home, bring to the show and have your work judged by both of our competition judges. Please bring your own table. Great feedback, all the fun and none of the pressure

Judged by: Angela Caley and Lorraine Mottershead 


                             * * * * NEW this Year * * * *

      * * * BIGA Pet Stylist of the Year * * * *            

Judged by: Agnes Murphy, Gia Anslin from Luxembourg and Lorraine Mottershead 

This FUN competition is open to all levels and is purely testing your pet grooming skills and knowledge with the dog that you bring, much like you will do in your own salon.

There are only 2 classes, the winner of each will go head to head to win this exciting new title. "BIGA Pet Stylist of the Year"

   Workshop Class and Pure Breed Class.    

    One and a half  hours each class

Start Time: 12:00pm

  1. Pure Breed Class- Any pure breed in a breed trim. Any technique and size of dog allowed.
  2. Mixed Breed Class - Any mix breed or pure breed (not in a breed trim). Any technique and size of dog allowed.                               
Rules for both classes:
    • Any size of dog and suitable technique is acceptable if you can complete it in the time.
    • Dogs must be bathed and prepared before the start of the classes. 
    • In addition to the time there will be a 15 minute comfort break outside; which is an opportunity for your dog to shake, stretch their legs, have a drink and go to the toilet. The comfort break is also an opportunity for you to have a look at your progress. Smoking is not permitted at this time.

    • You must provide your own equipment, table, neck strap, arm, water and poo bags.
    • You must be in the ring, 30 minutes before your class time, for pre-judging.
    • All dogs must have adequate coat to make a visible difference and have good temperament and condition.
    • All dogs must be able to stand on the table comfortably and be well behaved.
    • No muzzles are permitted on dogs in the ring.
    • Pads, sanitary and nails must be pre-clipped before the start of the class. Ears must be clean.
    • The judges decision is final.
    • No talking to those outside the ring or to other competitors is permitted during the class time.
    • No colouring or carving, bows are allowed.

    • Entrants are not eligible to enter if they have any previous grooming competition - BIS wins or Champion 1st place awards. 
     * Previous Winners of YKC are eligible to enter
      * Competition points are not available for groom teams. 

        EVENT PROGRAMME & EVENT FLYER - Available on the BIGA facebook group

        BIGA Thanks to Gold Sponsor and Media Partner,

        Total Grooming Magazine!

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