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Find the training that meets you where you are.

Whether you are establishing the basics, looking for continued guidance, working through a specific challenge, or ready to train in person, start with the training option that best reflects what you need now.

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START

Build the Foundation

02

DEVELOP

Train with Ongoing Support

03

REFINE

Solve Specific Challenges

04

ADVANCE

Work Directly with Pat

START

A STRUCTURED COURSE YOU WORK THROUGH AT YOUR OWN PACE

Bombproof Basics walks you through Pat's core training principles step by step, so you build consistent habits from the beginning.

THIS TRAINING OPTION MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

  • You are new to Pat's approach.

  • You want to better understand how and why your dog responds.

  • You need stronger communication and more consistent training habits.

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BOMBPROOF BASICS

A foundational online course designed to help handlers understand Pat's approach, communicate more clearly, and create steadier training habits from the start.

"Completely changed how I see my dog."

DEVELOP

AN ONGOING MEMBERSHIP WITH LIVE COACHING AND COMMUNITY

Retriever Revolution Membership provides ongoing guidance, practical training resources, live coaching with Pat, and a community of dedicated trainers.

THIS TRAINING OPTION MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

  • You understand the fundamentals but need help applying them consistently.

  • You want ongoing guidance as your dog develops.

  • You benefit from regular instruction and a training community.

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RETRIEVER REVOLUTION MEMBERSHIP

Continue developing the confidence, judgment, and understanding that help you make better training decisions every time you work with your dog.

"Best investment I've made in my training."

REFINE

TARGETED RESOURCES FOR THE CHALLENGE YOU'RE FACING NOW

Individual courses like Line Mechanics, plus drills and free training tools you can pull from whenever something specific comes up.

THIS TRAINING OPTION MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

  • You are working through a specific training challenge.

  • You want focused instruction without starting a full foundational program.

  • You need drills, demonstrations, or expert guidance on one skill.

FOCUSED COURSES

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Line Mechanics

SELF-STUDY COURSE

Learn why so many retrieves are won or lost before your dog ever leaves your side. Pat breaks down line mechanics to help you communicate more clearly and give your dog the best opportunity for success on every send.

"Finally fixed what I didn't know was wrong."

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Expert Insights Series

ARCHIVE SERIES

Conversations with some of the most respected masters of retriever training, sharing decades of experience, perspective, and practical lessons to help you become a better trainer.

"Exactly what I needed, exactly when needed."

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Wagon Wheel Lining Drill

FREE MINI-COURSE

Improve initial lines on blinds while perfecting communication between you and your dog. Three tiers of progression.

"My dog is a completely different dog on line."

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Purina Masterclass Library

ARCHIVE SERIES

Watch conversations with the most respected voices in retriever training, sporting dogs, and canine performance.

FREE TRAINING RESOURCES

Videos

Free video content from Pat Burns' YouTube channel features advanced field tutorials, breakdowns, and interviews.

Articles

Practical articles that help you better understand your retriever and think through each stage of the training process.

Free Courses

Wagon Wheel Lining Drill and Purina Masterclass Library.

Downloads

Helpful training tools, printable guides, and reference resources to support your work in the field.

ADVANCE

IN-PERSON TRAINING ALONGSIDE PAT

Multi-day workshops and the Day School, where Pat works directly with you and your dog.

THIS TRAINING OPTION MAY BE RIGHT FOR YOU IF:

  • You want Pat to observe you and your dog directly.

  • You are ready for hands-on instruction and live feedback.

  • You want to apply the training in a more advanced environment.

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MULTI-DAY WORKSHOPS

​Immersive training experiences built around hands-on instruction, direct feedback, and a deeper understanding of the dog in front of you.

"Worth every mile of the drive."

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DAY SCHOOL

Ten to twelve dog/trainer teams come to Pat for a comprehensive, long-term in-person training opportunity. Handlers receive direct observation and feedback across an extended period — an elite, immersive experience.

"Nothing else comes close to this."

01

START

Build the Foundation

02

DEVELOP

Train with Ongoing Support

03

REFINE

Solve Specific Challenges

04

ADVANCE

Work Directly with Pat

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Still not sure where to begin?

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