I'm not sure if this is appropriate, but I'll try anyway - I'm sure it will be deleted if necessary.

I'm a complete novice to handling.
We've been attending ringcraft, that has been held alternate weeks, since FEB.

My pup is a natural, she has done well in her three shows, but I feel the problem is ME.
I need teaching and frankly my RC class is not cutting it.
I rang the organizers and asked if they knew of anyone who would do one to one with me.  They told me to continue the classes, and practice, practice, practice and bond with my pup. 
We've been doing that, and according to others (not getting into the who, where and why here) it's not enough. 
According them I need the teaching.
Right, I've been saying this all along and not one person comprehends this but my husband.

So, I am asking, does anyone in the Surrey area, northwest part, know of someone who can help me to become a better handler?
Is there a handler who can take the challange on?

If you can help, please PM me.
Thanks.

Hi Marri,

Im probably stating the obvious here... but have you tried searching for people in your area that have samoyeds (it's Sams you have isnt it?) you'd get a bit more insider info/tips then as well, specific to your breed.
I live in Surrey too and have seen quite a few (but wether they're shown or not.....)
Perhaps your breeder may know of folk?

Watch the very best handlers in your breed and similar handling style breeds and try to work out what they do and why. there are some v good handling books about as well - mainly American

For help with free standing and/or stacking get a large mirror and do it in front of that so you can see what the judge sees.  I agree that you should watch experienced handlers and also ask other breed owners.

Debs

Marri, I'm abit out of your area however if there's any shows I could meet you at I'm always happy to give afew tips! :) 

Also is there not anothing training club in your area you could find?  Maybe one that will train you?

I don't mean to sound horrible, nasty or anything but most teh time it is the handler that needs training!  It is a special art is dog showing, for some people it comes naturally, others, like me have to work very hard to get where we are! :)

Hi I made a note of this site that someone posted a few days ago it looks very interesting http://www.teamworktraining.co.uk/

HTH

Roni

Roni, the ringcraft classes don't allow check chains....   Unless they will allow "show chains"

Thanks for the ideas every one. 
Some I've put into practice already.

My breeder and I are working on attending a Teamwork Training.

Hi,

If it is Sams that you have ....what problems are you having in the ring?