Agility is the fastest growing canine sport. Dog/handler teams race against the clock and other teams through obstacle courses including jumps, tunnels, teeter-totters and weave poles. In the agility classes our instructors will show you tips and tricks on doing safe, fast and fun agility all in our fully matted, indoor, temperature controlled facility. Classes include: Puppy Agility, Obedience for Agility (4-week course), Agility Foundations, Agility I, Agility II, Agility III. As members of the Portland Agility Club, our instructors also train in other canine sports and are able to bring training tips and tricks from other sports.

Class Information & Cost:

Class sessions are one hour per week for six weeks unless noted.

The cost is $115 for six week classes if paid at least one week in advance or $130 if paid the week the class begins.

Classes for returning students are $110.

Agility for Obedience (four week session) fee is $87 for new students, $75 for returning students or if paid at least a week in advance.

Class size 6 participants.

 

Puppy Agility Classes

 

Puppy Agility  Designed especially for the “little guys,” this six week course is a great way to build confidence in your pup! This class teaches attention, teamwork skills (for both you and the pup!), and safe and appropriate ground work for agility.  Puppies should already have completed a puppy training & socialization class or Obedience for Agility.  Highly recommended for toy breeds.  For puppies one year  and under.

Puppy Agility Classes

• Sunday (2/19) at 11:00 a.m.  No class 2/26, 3/18, or 4/1
• Daytime classes occasionally available

Agility Workshops

Held as needed for single topics (weaves, contact obstacles, etc.) Workshops will have limited registration and will be held on a single day or night for 1 1/4 hours.

• Agility Workshop!  WEAVES!  
• Friday February 10th
• 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
• $35.00 per dog/handler team.

2 X 2 weave entries will be the focus, but any and all weave questions and problems will be addressed (lateral distance, rear crosses, independence, popping, etc.) Limited enrollment. 

• Agility Workshop!  CONTACTS!
• Friday February 17th
• 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.    
• $35.00 per dog/handler team.

This workshop is for dogs beginning contact training or those who need experience on equipment.  Problems with running contacts or 2-on-2-off will be addressed as needed. Dogs attending should have a good understanding of "stay." Limited enrollment.  

Fun & Focus Class  

Designed to train your canine partner to be a relaxed, confident, and focused dog when working off leash.

Learn how to turn stress to confidence and distraction to focus using methods that are 100% positive. Based on Leslie McDevitt's versatile Control Unleashed® program and Susan Garrett's amazing training techniques, our class is designed to help dogs learn how to relax, focus, and work off-leash reliably in either stimulating or stressful situations.   

Who would benefit from Fun & Focus?

  Dogs that are uncomfortable or unable to work off lead around other dogs   Dogs that are easily distracted and have difficulty concentrating   Dogs that are reactive or easily aroused   Dogs that are anxious or stressed and shut down   Dogs that are unable to control their impulses when excited

Next classes :   Wednesday (3/7) at 7:30 p.m. 

                       

 

 

 

 

Obedience for Agility

A four week course that teaches dog/handler teams obedience skills that particularly relate to work in agility such as attention, sit, down, solid stays, right and left line-ups, and off-leash control. For dogs and puppies over 6 months of age who have completed at least one basic class (puppy preschool, training basics).  May be repeated to improve and build skills.

Agility for Obedience (four week session) fee is $87 for new students, $75 for returning students or if paid at least a week in advance.

Next Class: Sunday (2/12) at noon. Class does not meet on 2/26. FULL

• Sunday (3/25)) at noon. Class does not meet on 4/8 (Easter) or 4/22.

Adult Agility

Agility Foundations A six week course that will help you build attention, teamwork, and drive using toys and play. You will learn targeting, body language, body pressure, and other agility handling skills.  These are not "play" classes, although you and your dog will have a lot of fun.  The class is geared toward dog/handler teams who hope to move on into competition and or use agility equipment.  Homework is assigned weekly and teams are  expected to complete assignments in order to advance to the next level class. For dogs and puppies over 6 months of age who have completed at least one basic class (puppy preschool, training basics, or obedience for agility).  May be repeated to improve and build skills.

Agility I For dogs and puppies over 12 months of age who have completed Agility Foundations (or instructor approval).   Agility I picks up where foundation class left off - more proofing for steering and more advanced body work. Beginning contact targeting, one jump training & beginning jump grids.  All teams must have successfully completed competition foundation class to take this class. Homework is assigned weekly and teams are expected to complete assignments in order to advance to the next level class. A minor equipment investment is required such as a practice contact board and two jumps. May be repeated to improve and build skills.

Agility II  For dogs and puppies over 18 months of age who have completed Agility I successfully (or instructor approval). This class starts to refine individual obstacle performance while working to provide a consistent handling system. Advanced jump skills are introduced and refined. Contact equipment will be used.  Weave entries are introduced while rhythm & footwork is perfected. Teams must have successfully completed Agility I. Homework is assigned weekly and teams are expected to complete assignments in order to advance to the next level class. A substantial equipment investment is required such as a set of two-by-two weave poles. May be repeated to improve and build skills.

Agility III  For dogs and puppies over 18 months of age.  Advanced classes designed for teams who are actively competing or who are looking to refine their handling performance for competition. Dogs must be confident on all equipment including weave poles.  May be attended on a drop-in basis.  May be repeated to improve and build skills.

Class Placement Consultation   Prospective students may ask to be evaluated before being placed into an appropriate group class. Consultations are charged at the private lesson hourly rate.   

Adult Agility I Classes

• Tuesday (2/14) at 6:00 p.m.

Adult Agility II Classes

• Thursday (ongoing) at 6:00 p.m.

Adult Agility III Classes

• Tuesday (ongoing) at 7-8:30 p.m.

Agility Foundations Classes

• Wednesday (2/22) at 6:30 p.m.
• Sunday (1/15) at 2:30 p.m. Class will not meet 1/22, 2/5, and 2/26. FULL
• Sunday (2/19) at 3:30 p.m. Class will not meet 2/26, 3/18 or 4/8 (Easter)
• Monday daytime classes occasionally available (please request daytime)