Please note:
There will only be one Agility Run Thru in April, on April 20th .
There will not be an Agility Run Thru on Good Friday, April 6th.
Agility Classes
Agility is a fun sport for both the dog and handler. You learn team work and communication with your dog through performing particular obstacles. For many dogs it is a forum for developing self confidence, learning to perform the agility obstacles confidently and successfully. These obstacles include tunnels, different types of jumps, a variety of ramps, and weave poles.
We offer many agility classes, ranging from Agility 1 through Advanced Competition classes. We also offer the opportunity to further fine tune skills by providing workshops which focus on particular aspects of training.
Our program is designed for dog/handler teams to train at the appropriate level and not feel rushed to move up too quickly. It is very important to have solid foundation skills before increasing difficulty of coursework both for the handler and dog. To provide a quality training experience, our classes will focus on different handling issues and skills so that a team can continue to learn new skills and fine-tune their performance while continuing at their appropriate level. This also allows classes to move at a comfortable yet challenging pace for all enrolled.
Agility 1
This class will introduce your dog to the foundations of agility. Dogs in this class must be at least 5 months old. Completion of a basic obedience class is encouraged and the dog should have a reliable recall ("come" when called). Obstacles are introduced at low heights and in a safe manner. Most work will be on leash.
Agility 2
The class continues the foundation skills learned in Agility 1. Obstacles are performed at low heights with an emphasis on continuing to build a good foundation and gaining confidence on the agility obstacles. Dogs must have successfully completed Agility 1.
Agility 3
This class follows successful completion of Agility 2. Dogs must be confident on the agility equipment at low heights. Dogs will be introduced to short obstacle sequences and handlers will begin to learn specific handling skills.
Agility 4
This class follows successful completion of Agility 3. Dogs must be confident on all obstacles at 3/4 height. Emphasis is on more specific handling skills and learning to perform more intricate obstacle sequences.
Agility 5
Successful completion of Agility 4 and instructor approval is required. This class focuses on advanced handling techniques. Teams must be able to work confidently on all obstacles at full height.
Agility Run Thrus
Agility Run Thrus are held the first and third Friday evening of the month, at 6:00pm, except on holidays or as otherwise noted.
These Run Thrus are for Agility 4 and 5 level students. For more details and to sign up, please contact our office!
Agility is a fun sport for both the dog and handler. You learn team work and communication with your dog through performing particular obstacles. For many dogs it is a forum for developing self confidence, learning to perform the agility obstacles confidently and successfully. These obstacles include tunnels, different types of jumps, a variety of ramps, and weave poles.
We offer many agility classes, ranging from Agility 1 through Advanced Competition classes. We also offer the opportunity to further fine tune skills by providing workshops which focus on particular aspects of training.
Our program is designed for dog/handler teams to train at the appropriate level and not feel rushed to move up too quickly. It is very important to have solid foundation skills before increasing difficulty of coursework both for the handler and dog. To provide a quality training experience, our classes will focus on different handling issues and skills so that a team can continue to learn new skills and fine-tune their performance while continuing at their appropriate level. This also allows classes to move at a comfortable yet challenging pace for all enrolled.
Agility 1
This class will introduce your dog to the foundations of agility. Dogs in this class must be at least 5 months old. Completion of a basic obedience class is encouraged and the dog should have a reliable recall ("come" when called). Obstacles are introduced at low heights and in a safe manner. Most work will be on leash.
Agility 2
The class continues the foundation skills learned in Agility 1. Obstacles are performed at low heights with an emphasis on continuing to build a good foundation and gaining confidence on the agility obstacles. Dogs must have successfully completed Agility 1.
Agility 3
This class follows successful completion of Agility 2. Dogs must be confident on the agility equipment at low heights. Dogs will be introduced to short obstacle sequences and handlers will begin to learn specific handling skills.
Agility 4
This class follows successful completion of Agility 3. Dogs must be confident on all obstacles at 3/4 height. Emphasis is on more specific handling skills and learning to perform more intricate obstacle sequences.
Agility 5
Successful completion of Agility 4 and instructor approval is required. This class focuses on advanced handling techniques. Teams must be able to work confidently on all obstacles at full height.
Agility Run Thrus
Agility Run Thrus are held the first and third Friday evening of the month, at 6:00pm, except on holidays or as otherwise noted.
These Run Thrus are for Agility 4 and 5 level students. For more details and to sign up, please contact our office!
