All of our instructors have limited time to teach and will do their best to accommodate the students.
While we will attempt to teach a variety of classes each session,
please remember that we are a club and not a business.
Please see below for all required paperwork, important dates, and a link to our current class schedule.
Please note the following before continuing:
1) If you have not taken classes from us previously, you are required to contact us prior to submitting paperwork (see bottom of the page for specific info).
2) It is strongly suggested that junior handlers have at least 1 year of 4-H or obedience experience prior to signing up for classes.
3) No children below the age of 9 will be allowed on the floor.
4) Children between the ages of 9-12 must have a parent / guardian on the floor with them at all times.
5) Any junior handler (under the age of 18) must have a parent / guardian with them in the building at all times.
Current Classes Offered this Session - please scroll to the bottom for required forms
September - October, 2019
Agility 1 This class introduces you to a majority of the
agility obstacles, proper jumping skills, and starts you on the path to
competition. While it starts you on the path towards competition, we will encourage
you not to attempt any competition following this class.
Prerequisites: The dog must be 1 year of age or older Is current on vaccinations, and non-aggressive Is able to work off leash as needed Can pass a basic obedience exam (to occur the 1st night of class)
Due to weekly homework assignments, the handler must: have a jump have access to a jump or purchase a jump
Class Goals: the dog is able to comfortably work off leash,
can complete a full height a-frame and dog walk, is started on the teeter, has
proper jumping form including drive to the jump from at least 3', can perform a
recall-to-heel on the flat, and understands parallel path. |
| Competition Readiness This class will be setup to duplicate structured
match (trial) conditions in an effort to the handler and dog for
competition. There will be a running
order, a course to walk, and participants will also act as bar setters (when
they’re not running) so that the dogs have a chance to see people in the ring
while they’re “competing".
Prerequisites: The dog must be 1 year of age or older Is current on vaccinations, and non-aggressive Dogs must be familiar with all of the agility
obstacles including contacts and weaves And ONE of the two below: Has successfully completed C4's Agility 4 class Or Has prior instructor approval
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Agility 2 The handling classes are designed for serious
agility competitors. These classes are for people who are looking to develop
and/or improve their handling system with their current dog or for individuals
who are dedicated to agility and are bringing up a new dog in the sport. People
who are new to competitive dog sports might find these classes tedious. We will
focus on correct obstacle performance and proper jumping skills using single
jumps and short sequences.
Prerequisites: The dog must be 1 year of age or older Is current on vaccinations, and non-aggressive Due to weekly homework assignments, the handler must: have a jump have access to a jump - or purchase a jump
And ONE of the two below:
Class Goals: able to perform a full height teeter, full
height tire, dog has drive to the jump from 5-7', execution of front crosses
and rear crosses (on the flat, with stanchions & with a tunnel),
recall-to-heel over a jump (basic & extension), able to run sequences of
6-7 obstacles, working towards good end criteria on the contact obstacles and
table, and an understanding of pulls, lateral motion, handling cues,
collection, & extension. |
| Novice Sequencing This class is designed to follow Agility 4 (previously Advanced Handling) and will continue the process of teaching our dogs to link obstacles together. During the class, students will see multiple courses. This will allow students to see some common sequences encountered on entry level agility courses. Emphasis will be on simple sequences to help the dog understand parallel path and to take the obstacles that are presented to them. We will also focus on proofing skills such as contact behaviors and start line stays and improving obstacle performance. Because we have been working on Linda Mecklenburg's jumping skills program and the beginning of her handling system in the handling classes, it would be best if students have an understanding of these concepts before enrolling in this class.
Prerequisites: Class Goals: To gain an understanding of skills that your dog has, as well as skills that you need to further develop. At the conclusion of the class, students should be able to comfortably enter a CPE Level 1 course (CPE Level 1 does not have weaves or a teeter). |
Agility 3 In this class, you will continue to develop the
skills to teach your dog how to successfully complete obstacles and run longer
sequences. We will be working on things such as front and rear crosses with a
jump, successful start line criteria, the difference between pushes and pulls,
sequences of 10-11 obstacles, the double and triple, increased drive to the
jump, and more recall-to-heel positions.
Prerequisites: The dog must be 1 year of age or older Is current on vaccinations, and non-aggressive Due to weekly homework assignments, the handler must: have a jump have access to a jump - or purchase a jump
And ONE of the two below:
Class Goals: Completion of front and rear crosses with jumps,
lead outs with obstacles other than jumps, pushes / pulls, 10-11 obstacles in
sequence, correct execution of the double and triple, drive to the jump from
7-10', able to complete the teeter in sequence, performance of serpentine &
directed jumping recall-to-heel efforts.
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| Intro to UKC Agility Competition Learn the philosophy,
rules, and equipment that is unique to United Kennel Club (UKC) agility.
Prerequisites: Class Goals: To be able to
demonstrate a working knowledge of the UKC rules, equipment, and philosophy
such that the student will feel comfortable entering and competing in a UKC
trial in the class/s appropriate for their dog. |
For the current class schedule, click HERE.
~*~ ALL PAPERWORK IS DUE BY August 26, 2019!! ~*~ NO EXCEPTIONS!!! NEW (3-2019): Registrations received in good order (all paperwork & payment) will be taken on a first received basis!!
Please mail ALL completed paperwork to the address on the forms.
E-mailed forms will NOT be accepted!
Required Paperwork
3a. Dog Profile Form Fill out the dog profile form annually for each dog. We will keep it on file for the year.
4. Proof of vaccination Please submit a copy of your dog's records from your vet's office.
If you have not previously taken classes from us and are interested in attending one,
you are REQUIRED to contact us and let us know:
1) Your name, the dog's name & age, and any obedience/agility experience.
2) The name of the class you are considering
All classes are limited to 4-10 handler/dog teams (depending on the class). Registrations received in good order (all paperwork & payment) are taken on a first received basis.
Notification of class confirmation will be sent within 24 hours of the close date.
For more information, please contact Sandy Deatrick by email.
For directions to get to our building, click HERE. |
