AGILITY CLASSES
Registrar:
Debbie Smart (410) 840 – 8773
Fee: $88.00
Intermediate Agility Class
Fee: $66.00
Beginning Agility Class
Dates: To be determined
Dates: September 29 – November 3, 2008
All owners/handlers are required to:
- submit proof of vaccinations with registration forms and fees;
- clean up after their dogs both indoors and outdoors;
- have dog housebroken;
- assure that dogs are non-aggressive;
- assure that dogs are free of fleas and other parasites;
- not smoke, use alcohol or other strong medication while training your dog;
- wear athletic shoes and clothing;
- refrain from losing your temper, use verbal praise and touch your dog for a better response;
- be consistent; do the same thing the same way every time and end your practice sessions on a happy note!
AGILITY
Age: 1 - 5 years
Classes will acquaint the dog/handler (team) with all the obstacles used in agility. By the end of the class, teams will be expected to demonstrate confidence on the obstacles, know basic commands and handling techniques, and be able to perform obstacles in a simple sequence.
Beginning
Agility - Prerequisite: Evaluation session
This is an 8 week class held on Monday evenings at the Carroll Indoor Sports Arena in Westminster. This class provides a safe and enjoyable introduction to all pieces of agility equipment. It is expected that the dog and handler team will develop a working team relationship while performing on a basic agility course of simple sequences.
Intermediate
Agility - Prerequisite: Beginning Agility
This is a 6 week class held on Monday evenings at the Carroll Indoor Sports Center in Westminster. Dogs must be familiar with all obstacles and work off lead. Teams (dog/handler) will develop skills for a smooth performance of all obstacles while maintaining safety, enthusiasm, and speed. At the end of this class, teams should be capable of running a Novice Course.
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