Cymru Groom
Jackpot Class
Sponsored By Roger Castle & Daughter Funeral Services
Take your chance in the exciting Jackpot Class at Cymru Groom! Competitors put their skills to the test, and the winners 1st - 5th take home not just the glory, but the jackpot cash prizes too upto £500
✨ Welcome to Cymru Groom! ✨
Cymru Groom is here to unite and inspire groomers from across the UK and beyond. With competitions, seminars, and workshops, we’re dedicated to education, creativity, and community. Whether you’re a student, professional, breeder, or hobbyist – there’s something here for everyone who shares a passion for grooming.
Entries for the competition will be open In October as well as Pre Sales for the Vip Package for our new Sponsored Seminar Room
Below you will find information on the classes, judges, timings, finding rental dogs and more. If you need help with anything else you can reach out to us on our socials below or by email to cymrugroom@gmail.com
Meet the Judges
Kitty Ponnet
We are delighted to welcome Kitty Ponnet as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
With over 25 years in grooming, dozens of competition wins (gold, silver, bronze, and Best in Show) in Europe and the USA, and as a certified EGA judge, Kitty combines technical excellence with creative vision. As co-founder of K2 Grooming Academy and Grooming Consultant with Transgroom, she mentors the next generation of groomers. We can’t wait to have her bring her expertise, passion, and high standards to Cymru Groom 2026!
Kitty Dekeersgieter
We are truly honoured to welcome Kitty Dekeersgieter as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
A World Champion Poodle Groomer with a wealth of expertise, Kitty has dedicated her life to the grooming profession. She is the founder of Groomania—Europe’s largest educational grooming event—and has been a driving force in advancing the industry worldwide.
As a certified EGA judge and international speaker, Kitty brings unmatched knowledge, innovation, and passion to every event she attends. We are thrilled to have her join us to inspire, guide, and share her exceptional eye for detail with our competitors this year.
Barbara Prueckel
We’re very excited to have Barbara Prueckel as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
Barbara brings two decades of top-level experience in competitive grooming, with Best in Show titles from three continents. A longtime member (and former Captain) of Groom Team Canada, and a judge with the European Grooming Association since 2003, she is equally at home in teaching, coaching and inspiring with her artistry and precision.
Her passion for grooming, mentorship, and the global grooming community makes her a perfect fit—prepare to be impressed by her expertise and style!
Kelly Davis
We’re thrilled to welcome Kelly Davis as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
Kelly has been a dynamic force in the grooming world since 2002, as the owner of KD Grooming Studio, a qualified esthetician & dermatology specialist, and winner of BBC’s Pooch Perfect. Her Supergroom South West event shows her heart for rescue work and her commitment to community and excellence. We can’t wait for her expertise, warmth, and high standards to shine at Cymru Groom.
Sandra Mularska
We are thrilled to welcome Sandra Mularska as a judge for Cymru Groom 2026!
Sandra is internationally recognized for her mastery of Asian Style / Asian Fusion grooming. With over 15 years’ experience, she trained at Yin Li Academy in China and holds a Diploma in Master Asian Style. She operates Grooming Studio Sandra Mularska in Poland and is known for her precision, creativity, and passion.
Her judging, demonstrations, and seminars across Europe have inspired many. We can’t wait to have her bring her expertise, artistic eye, and warm energy to Cymru Groom 2026!
Competition Schedule 2026
AM CLASSES - PRE JUDGE 8:30AM, CLASS START 9:00AM
WorkShop Open
Workshop Champion
Handstrip Terrier
Handstrip Terrier
Handstrip Gundog Open
Handstrip Gundog Champion
Asian Freestyle Beginners
Asian Freestyle Open
Asian Freestyle Champion
Model Dog Class
PM CLASSES - PRE JUDGE 1:00PM, CLASS START 1:30PM
Student Class
Beginners
Intermediate
Purebreed Scissor Open
Purebreed Scissor Champion
Poodle Intermediate
Poodle Open
Poodle Champion
Doubles Class
Jackpot Class
Best In Show
Reserve Best In Show
Best All Round Groomer
Best Beginner In Show
Competition Schedule 2026
AM CLASSES - PRE JUDGE 8:30AM, CLASS START 9:00AM
WorkShop Open
Workshop Champion
Handstrip Terrier
Handstrip Terrier
Handstrip Gundog Open
Handstrip Gundog Champion
Asian Freestyle Beginners
Asian Freestyle Open
Asian Freestyle Champion
Model Dog Class
PM CLASSES - PRE JUDGE 1:00PM, CLASS START 1:30PM
Student Class
Beginners
Intermediate
Purebreed Scissor Open
Purebreed Scissor Champion
Poodle Intermediate
Poodle Open
Poodle Champion
Doubles Class
Jackpot Class
Best In Show
Reserve Best In Show
Best All Round Groomer
Best Beginner In Show
Rental Dogs
🐾 Cymru Groom – Rental Dogs 🐾
Travelling and can’t bring your own dog? Join our Facebook Cymru Groom Rental Dog Group to connect with owners and breeders offering dogs for rent.
👉 Click the link below to visit our group and post your details (dates, class, breed/size, grooming requirements).
🔒 Please use private messages for arrangements and put all agreements in writing before the competition.
Thank you for being part of Cymru Groom – we hope this makes things easier!
A huge heartfelt thank you to our show sponsors, without you our competition and others couldnt exist
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