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USDTC AGILITY CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

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AGILITY is a dog sport that demonstrates the athleticism, drive and trainability of a dog as it navigates a course of jumps and hurdles, tunnels, weave poles and contact (climbing) obstacles off-lead, guided by verbal commands and signals from its handler.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL AGILITY CLASSES

  • Dogs must have taken at least a Basic Obedience class or the equivalent.
    Basic obedience skills include:
    Heel on leash
    Sit & down on command
    Able to hold a sit and down stay for 30 seconds
    Able to perform a reliable recall
  • Dogs must not be aggressive toward people or dogs.
  • Dogs must be physically able to perform obstacles.
    Older dogs or overweight dogs may be asked to have a note from their veterinarian in order to participate.
  • Proper footwear is required.
  • No prong or choke chains allowed.
  • Dogs must be current on vaccinations.
  • Classes are limited to 10 - 12 dogs.
  • Handlers must have a positive attitude and be ready to have fun!

AGILITY CLASS LEVELS

Level 1 Level 1
COST: $80 for 8 weeks NEW CLASS STARTING: 09/01/10 to 10/27/10 (OFF 09/29)

This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of how to use a clicker for agility training, and to introduce the basic groundwork that will become invaluable to advanced agility classes. Introduce your dog to flatwork, 2x2 touches, weave entries, crate games and reliable stays at the start line before ever introducing them to full size agility equipment. No previous knowledge of clicker training is required as we start handlers and dogs right from scratch. Level 1 Obstacle list: table, wobble board, tippy board, lowered dog walk, jump, tire, chute, weave poles, tunnel.

Ages: 8 months and up
Please note that the cost of clickers are EXTRA ($1.25 each)

Level 2
Level 2
COST: $80 for 8 weeks NEW CLASS STARTING: 08/30/10 to 10/25/10 (OFF 09/06) (FULL)

This class builds on the fundamentals taught in Level 1 and introduces the dog to full size agility equipment set at a lower height. Dogs and handlers will be introduced to the fundamental types of obstacles used in the majority of venues of agility.

Ages: 10 mos and up
Prerequisite: Level 1 Agility class or equivalent.
Please note that the cost of clickers are EXTRA ($1 each)

Level 3
Level 3
COST: $80 for 8 weeks NEW CLASS STARTING: 09/03/10 to 10/22/10


This class continues the communication and teamwork necessary to form a partnership with your dog in agility. The class will teach handlers the basics of handling skills and having the dog become proficient on all full height obstacles. Front and rear crosses, focus and control, contacts and weaves are stressed. The class will also work on gradually increasing the number of obstacles your off-leash-dog can complete in a sequence.

Prerequisite: Level 2 Agility class or equivalent approved by instructor.

Level 4

Level 4
COST: $10 per class, drop-ins welcome NEW CLASS STARTING: 09/02/10 to 10/21/10

This class will strive to create a winning team between handler and dog. Handling techniques and training exercises will be designed to help handler/dog teams to become competition-ready at the Novice/Starters levels (or the equivalent). Students will learn course handling strategies, practice working your dog at a distance, distractions and build speed while managing your dog's performance for both safety and accuracy. Sequence work and course work will be utilized.

Prerequisite: Level 3 Agility class or equivalent approved by instructor.


Level 5
Level 5
COST: $10 per class, drop-ins welcome NEW CLASS STARTING: On-going  


This class offers advanced handling skills/techniques for perfecting dog and handler skills to achieve top performance in Open/Advanced to Excellent/Masters level classes. Course work consists of challenging sequences including difficult weave entries, obstacle discrimination, distance and more!


Course length: Ongoing / Drop In class
Instructor approval required



Just For Fun		For Fun Agility
COST: $60 for 6 weeks NEW CLASS STARTING: TBA
  

This class is for students who do not wish to compete in agility trials, but love doing agility with their dogs. Our Just for Fun class offers an opportunity to work on all the equipment, bond with your partner, build your dog’s confidence and give your dog an outlet for his energies. Emphasis will be on performing all obstacles in different sequences, small courses, playing agility games and working with specific obstacles, jumps and tunnels. Handling skills will also be taught but with minimal instruction. Class will be off leash and dogs must remain under control. All dogs must have had prior exposure to all agility equipment through a structured agility class for safety purposes.

Ages: 12 mos and up
Prerequisite: Completion of Levels 1 & 2 Agility class at USDTC or equivalent with Agility Director approval.