Become an Instructor or Evaluator

Approved instructors and evaluators must demonstrate understanding of parkour philosophy, training and safety rules and the ability to pass these skills on to students. Please note, we do follow the humane hierarchy and train with positive reinforcement and expect our instructors and evaluators to demonstrate these same standards.

Instructors may teach dog parkour classes and will be listed on our website. They may not approve titles. In order to become an approved instructor, the following must be completed:

• Must hold a Novice title or higher.
• Successfully complete an in person or online Instructor Workshop
• Successfully demonstrate teaching skills of students using positive reinforcement, either in person or by video.
• Demonstrate "parkour eye", the ability to create a fun, safe atmosphere for both dog and handler, and the ability to problem solve.

Evaluators may teach dog parkour classes, and approve titles. In order to become an approved evaluator, the following must be completed:

• Must have a Championship Title
• Successfully complete an in person or online Instructor Workshop
• Successfully demonstrate teaching skills of students, either in person or by video.
• Successfully demonstrate the ability to evaluate parkour performances, either in person or by video assessment.