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Session 2 Class Descriptions All classes will be taught with Positive Reinforcement in a Seven (7) week class session |
 Kippa Terrant |
AgilityBeginner 1 - 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 2 - 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. 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. Advanced Send & Go Agility - Prerequisites: Dogs must have taken a previous Send & Go class or have taken Intermediate 1 level of agility. Class will continue 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. Intermediate 1 - 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 2 - 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. 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. 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. 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. Advanced Handling with Distance & Layering- Prerequisites: Dogs should have distance skills and competing in CPE level 5/C or AKC Ex/Mst. This class focuses on improving and adding tools and strategies for handling and course execution. Weekly themes present advanced handling skills such as layering, backsides, 280's, serpentines, distance handling and threadles. All obstacles are at full height. 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. 
Crusher Harman
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Rally & ObedienceBeginner Rally - This class will be a combo of traditional rally class with exposure to novice rally courses mixed with foundation exercises for better heeling and to improve the working bond between the dog and handler. Much of rally and obedience can be broken down into foundation exercises and there are many more options to training for rally than just drilling coursework. AKC and WCRL signs will be used.
Rally: AKC & WCRL Skills and Courses- Prerequisites: Beginner rally skills. Get ready for our May WCRL trial in the first half of classes; then switch to AKC. Similar signs, same skills, it's all in how they are put together. Class adapts to each team's needs. Games and play add to your dog's fun and focus. Practice a new off leash course each week. All levels are welcome. AKC Novice/Open Competition Obedience- Class is a continuation of the Novice class and geared towards experienced handlers and dogs that are pursuing the AKC Companion Dog (CD) and/or Open (CDX) titles. The class will focus on building a solid understanding and execution of the Novice exercises but will also begin teaching exercises from the Open class such as command discrimination, dumbbell retrieve on the flat and high jump, and the broad jump.  Puppy
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 Specialty ClassesNose Games 1 - Prerequisite: 6 months or older and NOT in any scent work sports. Engage your dog's best sense ---smell--- for fun and energy release, regardless of weather. Class will play a variety of indoor search games, initially for food and later on, your scent. At home, do these inside or outside. Every dog can succeed.
Impulse Control & Resilience for the Canine Athlete- Prerequisites: Dogs MUST have agility obstacle experience; class is NOT a reactive dog class. Class will focus on impulse control & resilience through self-control games and stationing; focus with movement and distractions; keeping engagement with the handler and not on the room; walking games for getting from crate to ring without big feelings; play and treat options on cue along with working around equipment without becoming overly aroused or shutting down. Perfect for up-and-coming competition teams. Novice Tricks- Prerequisites for dogs 6 months and over with some basic obedience training; puppies must have had three sets of vaccinations prior to attending. Sit, stay, SPIN! Teams will learn the skills involved in trick training, such as clear communication and methods for luring, capturing, and shaping behavior. Class will focus on a few tricks each week. Teams will have the opportunity to be evaluated for a Novice trick title through AKC or DMWYD. Cost of class DOES NOT include evaluation/title fees. Fitness FUNdamentals- Prerequisites: Dogs must be 18 months or older and in good health. Learn foundational skills, tricks, and methods to keep your dog strong, healthy, and moving. Class will explore a variety of beginning strengthening and proprioception exercises that will keep your partner at the top of their game. Teams will learn appropriate warm up and cool down techniques and why they're vital to preventing injury. |
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
Agility League Play is $160 for non-members, and $150 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
Agility League Play is $160 for non-members, and $150 for members