Agility Classes
In this class, we emphasize on targeting and building and transferring value. Dogs are taught to interact with fun objects such as ladders, tippy boards, perches, cones, hoops and planks etc. Handler engages the dog in play between exercises to have fun and encourage drive. It is a preparatory class for dogs continuing on to Agility or Obedience.
This class works on improving the dog’s body awareness, coordination, stabilization, balance, strength and flexibility through interacting with novel objects. This class is ideal for performance dogs or dogs that like to be active. Watch your dog’s focus and confidence improve while having a blast!
This class is a prerequisite for Fun & Focus 2.
Fun & Focus 2
This class builds on all the skills learned in Fun & Focus 1 while continuing to develop handling techniques such as front and rear crosses. Dog and handler are also introduced to more agility equipment such as the tunnel, chute and table.
This class will focus on contacts and weaves. Teach your dog to do weave poles and contacts with enthusiasm and precision, right from the start!
Agility Beginner
Foundation skills are taught to make it fun and rewarding for people and dogs to continue in the sport of agility by teaching ground work, basic handling, basic cues, developing jumping skills and introducing short sequences. This class is for beginning agility dogs or dogs that have been doing agility for some time and want to sharpen their skills. Beginning agility dogs should expect to take this class for 3 to 6 months.
Agility Intermediate
Agility patterns (box work, pin wheels, 180′s, 270′s, serpentines, etc.), obstacle introduction, continued jump training (based on handler position and body cues), continuing weave pole training (entries and staying in poles). There’s a lot to learn! Anticipate staying at this level for 4 to 6 months prior to moving to competition class.
Agility Competition
Advanced handling and coursework.
Agility FAQs
What do I need to bring to class?
A hungry dog, on a flat buckle or snap collar, and a regular (no flexi leads!) 4-6 foot leash. Also, poop baggies, and lots of soft chewy training treats. Throw in a notebook and writing utensil, as well as a couple of your dog’s favorite toys. These can all go in a small duffle or tote bag that you can bring to class each week.
What do I need to do before class?
Make sure that your dog is current on all of its vaccinations, and has what we call a ‘negative fecal exam’. This means that your dog’s stool has been checked by a veterinarian and found to be clear of intestinal parasites. This is especially important for puppies, who are prone to picking up intestinal parasites, since they are always sniffing and investigating things on the ground!
How do I pay?
You can call any time at 253-863-8387 to pay over the phone with any type of credit card. If you are paying the day of class, please arrive early enough to take care of payment, potty your dog, and be ready to go when class starts.
