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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS All agility classes
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BEGINNER AGILITY CLASSES: A 6 week course that introduces the handler and the dog to the fundamental skills of beginner agility. The dog and handler will learn all agility obstacles and agility safety practices. Instructor: Annamaria Ventresca
PREREQUISITES: Dog or puppy must be up to date on all vaccinations. A basic obedience class is recommend before staring the class.
Check our "Class Dates" page for our current schedule of classes.
INTERMEDIATE AGILITY: A 6 week course that teaches the handler, along with their dog, the basic skills required to successfully negotiate agility courses while having fun.
The class focuses on developing a reliable performance on the obstacles, working toward full-height jumping and learning to sequence using various obstacle combinations. The handler and dog build a common language of communication, while developing the dog's confidence through positive reinforcement. Dogs are increasingly encouraged to work off-leash. Instructor : Sheryl Petruska
PREREQUISITES: The ability to guide the dog over each of the obstacles on-lead and some basic obedience commands.
Check our "Class Dates" page for our current schedule of classes.
NOVICE AGILITY: A 6 week course designed to teach advanced agility techniques and to prepare handlers for competition while continuing to apply positive reinforcement. The greatest fun and challenge for both dogs and handlers comes through advanced-level training. Exercises concentrate on advanced handling techniques, improving ring speed and accuracy, negotiating traps, developing ring strategies and control at an increasing distance. Also covered are agility terms, course maps and an introduction to various venues of competition, culminating in a mock competition and field trip(s). Instructor: Sheryl Petruska
PERQUISITES: Dog's ability to perform all obstacles off-lead, including sequences of obstacles, and reliable responses to sit, stay, down, and come commands. Weave poles need not be mastered.
Check our "Class Dates" page for our current schedule of classes.
PRIVATE LESSONS - also available at a cost of $30.00 per hour or $15.00 per half hour.
APPLICATION FOR AGILITY CLASS - Click here to print application (PDF).
