Students will learn shearing setup, sheep handling, handpiece setup, staying healthy while shearing, and the handling of wool. 

Some course topics will include:

• Shearing patterns, sheep handling and positioning

• Techniques and quality methods of shearing for better efficiency and the improved harvest of the wool clip.

• Gear preparation, tool maintenance and grinding techniques

• Bio security awareness

• Health and nutrition

• Wool handling and fleece preparation

Courses are limited to small groups to ensure a high instructor-to-student ratio (4:1). All instructors are experienced, professional shearers.

All equipment is provided.

Disclaimer: this course is very physical. We will have a yoga instructor, leading some stretches and exercises both Saturday and Sunday mornings. They will focus on the areas most used and strained while shearing.