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Session 6 Class Descriptions All classes will be taught with Positive Reinforcement in a Seven (7) week class session |
 Kippa Terrant |
AgilityBeginner I - Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 6 months old or have completed Puppy Agility or have training coordinator approval. Introduces dogs to the basic agility obstacles at low heights. Handlers learn, using positive reinforcement, to teach their dogs to perform the obstacles, respond to basic agility commands, and maintain focus with their dog. Dogs must be at least 6 months old or have completed Puppy I/II Agility or have training coordinator approval. Dogs will be on leash and must be trained by the same handler throughout the class. Must attend 5 of the 7 weeks in order to advance. Beginner II - Prerequisites: Dogs must have completed Beginner I or have training coordinator approval. Focuses on handler skills, turns and body language while improving the dog's performance on obstacles. The class further develops teamwork while learning control off-leash. Height of some obstacles will be progressively increased. Dogs may be off leash when running a series of obstacles; dogs must be trained by the same handler throughout the class. Must attend 5 of the 7 weeks and have met all class goals in order to advance. Send & Go Agility - Prerequisites: Dogs must be at minimum at the Beginner 2 level of agility and must be at least 8 months old; class will modify to zero-to-low jump height for dogs between 8-12 months. Class will work on obstacle commitment and be done with jumps, tunnels and groundwork. This is not a class for sequencing. We will work on building confidence and commitment to obstacles with clear criteria through fun exercises. Pre-Competition Agility- Prerequisites: This class is for dogs who are at least 1 year old at the time of the first class. For dogs who have had basic agility training but are not yet ready to compete at Novice level. . Class focus is to build confidence on contact performance and work up to full height contact equipment, introduce weave poles primarily using the 2 X 2 method, and teach jumping form, technique, and skills. Teams will develop handling skills needed to begin sequencing, including the use of appropriate handling cues for front and rear crosses. Teeter and Weaves -Is the bridge between Beginner 2 and Intermediate 1. Teeter skills focus on acclimating dogs to teeter movement, building confidence, and working from the low to the high teeter. Weave pole skills will focus on correct entries and exits, gradually working towards speed and accuracy on six or twelve consecutive poles. Dogs should be able to correctly perform weave poles and teeter fairly consistently before moving to Intermediate 1. Intermediate I - Prerequisites: Dogs must be proficient on low-height teeter, A-frame and dogwalk: must be able to do six weave poles with or without wires, poles close together. Skill development includes improving handling cues, learning new handling skills, continuing work on teeter performance, proofing contact performance on the A-Frame, teeter and dogwalk and improving confidence in the weave poles. Dogs over the age of 15 months will be moving up to full jump height. Longer obstacle sequences and course strategizing will be introduced. Dogs must have met all class goals in order to advance. Intermediate II - Prerequisites: Dogs must be able to do 12 weave poles; must be able to do teeter, A-frame and dogwalk at full height. Handlers must be familiar with post turns, front crosses and flip turns. For teams getting ready to compete at the Novice level. The class works on advanced handling skills, obstacle discrimination, speed versus accuracy, and course strategy. Dogs should be proficient on all obstacles and running sequences of 10 or more obstacles to enter this class. Dogs must have met all class goals in order to advance. Intermediate 2 Skills and Drills- Prerequisites: for teams currently at Intermediate 2 level, dogs must be able to do 12 weave poles independently (without wires) and be proficient on all full-height obstacles. Class will work on one to two skills weekly such as backsides, wraps, threadles, serpentines, 360's, weave entries and contact performance. Class time will consist of multiple repetitions and a sequence to practice the skills. Intermediate Courses- Prerequisites: Teams must have completed Intermediate 1. Dogs should be able to execute all obstacles (with room for improvement), be efficient in 12 independent weave poles with no wires and have a reliable recall. Teams will be focusing on handling and performance skills while running shorter full courses. Challenges will be presented each week and you will work through them and find ways to effectively and efficiently direct your dog. Advanced Courses - Prerequisites: Teams should have taken Intermediate 2. Focuses on polishing the handling and performance skills of experienced teams. Teams run a variety of full courses, focusing in on particular challenges each week and working on the proper cues to effectively direct the dog. Dogs should be capable of performing all obstacles at full height with confidence. Teams should be capable of competing at the intermediate to advanced levels. *** Handling Options for Advanced Teams- Prerequisites: Teams must be competing in, or able to compete in AKC Excellent, CPE level 5/C or compatible level in other organizations. Focuses on advanced handling skills with compare and contrast scenarios. Weekly themes will focus on improving handling skills such as sends, crosses, serpentines, cueing extension and collections and obstacle discriminations, then incorporating the skills in sequences. All obstacles are at full height and weaves do not have wires. Agility Courses- Prerequisites: Teams must be competing at an Excellent/Master level or compatible level in another venue. Focuses on the ability to walk, analyze and run full courses (19-21 obstacles). Handlers will walk full courses and create a strategy for the best way to handle the course for themselves and their dog. Potential problem areas of the course will be discussed, and alternate handling solutions may be presented. Advanced Sends & Recalls- Prerequisites: This class is open to dogs who are currently training at and/or competing in the AKC Open or Excellent/Masters level or CPE level 3 or higher. In this class, teams will learn and refine the 6 recalls and 2 sends of a motion-based handling system, improving communication between the handler and dog, creating tighter turns and better lines. Agility Skill Sets - Prerequisites: Teams are expected to be capable of competing in the Intermediate to Advanced levels. Dogs must be able to perform all obstacles including 12 weave poles and the teeter with confidence. Goals for this class include perfecting handling options for your team, identifying dog's path vs handler's path and for each team to gain a better understanding of how personal handling choices will impact their team's success. Teams will work on skills such as serpentines and pin wheels, 180's and 270's, weave pole entrances, front, rear and blind crosses, and obstacle discrimination. 
Crusher Harman
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RallyRally Courses and Skills - Prerequisites: Beginner Rally or equivalent. This class will prepare you for Fall trials. Weeks will alternate between skill exercises and practice courses with coaching at Novice/Intermediate/Advanced level. Develop comfort with AKC signs and WCRL added in! Engage your dog fully by knowing your signs. For course weeks, dogs must crate when not working.
Advanced AKC Rally - Prerequisites: Heeling with loose leash and sit on cue. This class builds comfort with all Advanced and some Excellent signs and skills and includes a weekly off leash course. Games and play keep FUN in Rally. Your team doesn't need a Novice title to benefit from class. Class adapts to team needs.  Puppy/Obedience
Puppy Agility- Prerequisites: For puppies aged 4-12 months. Puppies must have had three sets of vaccinations prior to attending. Focuses on agility foundation skills and performance of obstacles in a manner that will not strain a puppy’s growing body. Obstacles may include tire, tunnel, plank walking, table, and weaves. Obedience exercises, such as sit, stay, down, walking on a loose leash and come will also be included.
 Scotty Shain STAR Puppy Class - For puppies aged 4-12 months. Puppies must have had three sets of vaccinations prior to attending. An AKC program designed to get owners and their puppies off to a great start. All basic commands will be taught with the needs and abilities of puppies in mind. Puppies will have the opportunity to socialize with other dogs, learn commands with distractions and build confidence. Puppies must have had three sets of vaccinations prior to attending. Cost of class includes the test.
Specialty ClassesBeginner Obedience- Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 4 months old and up to date on vaccinations. This class will teach basic obedience exercises, manners, plus a few tricks and games. The obedience exercises should help enable you and your dog to achieve the AKC Beginner Novice (BN) title if you choose to compete. Many of these exercises will benefit you and your dog in future classes such as the CGC, agility and rally.
AKC Novice Competition Obedience - Prerequisites: For dogs and handlers that have taken ARF Beginner Obedience class (or have previous obedience experience) and are interested in pursuing the AKC Beginner novice (BN) or Companion dog (CD) title. The class will focus on how to correctly perform the exercises, understanding AKC Obedience Rules and Regulations, proper footwork and handling skills and improving the handler and dog's confidence to work as a team. Engagement and Play- This class will help your dog develop self-control skills through play and leave-it, learn targeting and confidence-building skills, how to use your human body as a part of play, learn fetch and tug as both play and reward, play at scent problem solving, learning how to take turns with other dogs that are playing and learn how dogs say this is FUN! Dogs will work longer and harder when play is taught as a reinforcer and this class will help to develop your dog's play skills and build a stronger bond between you and your dog. Open to ALL ages of dogs and humans.
Intermediate/Advanced Tricks- Prerequisites: dogs must hold Novice Trick Dog title through AKC or DMWYD or have instructor approval. Take your trick training to the next level! Teams will build upon foundational trick training skills to learn intermediate and advanced level tricks such as leg weaves, rollover, and taking a selfie! Class will focus on a few tricks each week. Teams will have the opportunity to be evaluated for an Intermediate or Advanced trick title through AKC or DMWYD. Cost of class DOES NOT include evaluation/title fees. |
NOTE: These are classes offered during the current session. Many classes change each session.
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Class Fees per Session
Agility and Rally classes are $130 for non-members, $120 for members
AKC STAR Puppy, CGC and CGCA are $150 for non-members, $140 for members (includes price of test)
Rowdy to Self-Control is $240 for non-members, $230 for members
Engagement and Play is $170 for non-members, and $160 for members
Impulse Control & Resilience is $200 for non-members, and $190 for members
AKC STAR Puppy, CGC and CGCA are $150 for non-members, $140 for members (includes price of test)
Rowdy to Self-Control is $240 for non-members, $230 for members
Engagement and Play is $170 for non-members, and $160 for members
Impulse Control & Resilience is $200 for non-members, and $190 for members