Elevating Standards.
Empowering Groomers.
SAPPGA supports professional pet groomers and grooming businesses with training, accreditation, recognition and a strong, united community.
SAPPGA public access
Choose a membership path below, or use the directory search further down if you are a pet parent looking for a professional groomer.
Professional Recognition
Training & Education
Supportive Community
Industry Standards
Choose Your Membership Path
Groomer, business, or associate — choose the path that matches how you participate.
Individual Groomer
Start with a free basic profile. Upgrade when you are ready for a full contactable profile, skills, job seeker/employed status, RPL and courses.
Learn MoreGrooming Business
One paid path for parlours, mobile groomers, or both. Includes profile listing and verification. SAPPGA rating is a separate paid audit/application.
Learn MoreAssociate Member
Free signup for suppliers, grooming schools, trainers and partners who want to offer value to SAPPGA members.
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Find a Professional Groomer Near You
Search our trusted network of SAPPGA members who adhere to high standards of safety, ethics and professionalism.
Why Join SAPPGA?
Professional Recognition
Display your SAPPGA membership badge with pride and build trust with your clients.
Training & Education
Access workshops, seminars, resources and certification opportunities.
Business Growth
Gain credibility, improve your skills and grow your grooming business.
Strong Community
Connect with groomers across South Africa and be part of a supportive network.
Upcoming Events
- 24May
Grooming Workshop
Johannesburg, GP
- 15Jun
SAPPGA Competition
Pretoria, GP
- 08Jul
Online Seminar
Live on Zoom
Member Success Stories
“SAPPGA has helped me grow my skills, my business and my confidence.”
Thandi, Certified Groomer
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New Certification Standards
Raising the bar for professional grooming in South Africa.
Why Professional Grooming Matters
The importance of training, safety and ethics.
Meet the Team
Get to know the SAPPGA committee.
Membership Plans
A Plan for Every Stage of Your Career
Groomers and associates can start free. Paid tiers follow the same current SAPPGA pricing shown on the full membership page.
Community Access
Free access to South Africa's professional pet grooming community
- ✓ Community member account
- ✓ Browse the business directory
- ✓ Explore & apply for jobs
- ✓ Enrol for qualifications & RPL
- ✓ Industry news & updates
Individual
Best for freelance groomers, employed groomers and students
- ✓ Professional member profile
- ✓ Shareable profile link
- ✓ Portfolio showcase
- ✓ Free industry short courses
- ✓ Qualifications & RPL access
- ✓ Job opportunities & events
Business
Best for established grooming businesses with 1–3 salons or mobile teams
- ✓ Verified directory listing
- ✓ Shareable rated profile link
- ✓ SAPPGA membership certificate
- ✓ SAPPGA business rating
- ✓ Unlimited Academy short courses
- ✓ Supplier discounts
- ✓ Job hub access
- ✓ List your business events
Professional
For grooming schools, multi-salon businesses & industry leaders
- ✓ Everything in Business
- ✓ Multiple business locations
- ✓ Advanced dashboard & analytics
- ✓ Unlimited team management
- ✓ Advertise vacancies & recruit
- ✓ Trainer pathway & school listing
- ✓ Event hosting tools
- ✓ Priority member support
Paid plan prices match the current SAPPGA pricing setup.View full comparison →