hi sailor50 - i started this thread about 9 months ago, as my maggie is now over 13 months
I can thoroughly recommend Millbrook Agility Dogs:
Millbrook Agility Dogs
They have a range of levels - all the beginner work (so for pups and beginner adults) is done on the ground, so no weaves and no jumping etc until they are old enough.
They have a venue in Chobham (indoor and outdoors) and one at Merrist Wood, just outside of Guildford (all outdoors) and they run a number of classes on different days/nights, at different times and arrange competitions etc throughout the year too.
Kathrin (the owner) is lovely, so if you have any questions you can contact her (details on the site).