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Well we are going to be switching back from flyball to agility. Flyball has been really fun, but I really want to get Hanna back on course to her competitive agility. So next week we start a class that is in a series of three 5 week classes. This is the real deal and I am nervous but at the same time excited that we will be working toward our ultimate goal of competition!!! Here is out class outline!
Agility Teamwork I
For: Dogs and/or handlers who have taken Obedience for Agility or dogs and/or handlers who understand use of a clicker, targets and have strong obedience skills
What we teach in this class:
Introduction to all obstacles at low heights
Introductory jumping skill exercises
Elementary handling skill exercises
Establishing performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills
Agility Teamwork II
For: Dog and handler teams who have taken, or have proficiency in skills taught in, Teamwork I.
What we teach in this class:
Advancement of contact, jumping & weave skills
Advancement of handling skills
Reinforcement of performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills
Agility Teamwork III
For: Dog & handler teams who have taken Teamwork II or who are already competing
What we teach in this class:
Continued advancement of contact, jumping & weave skills
Continued advancement of handling skills
Reinforcement of performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills
Agility Teamwork I
For: Dogs and/or handlers who have taken Obedience for Agility or dogs and/or handlers who understand use of a clicker, targets and have strong obedience skills
What we teach in this class:
Introduction to all obstacles at low heights
Introductory jumping skill exercises
Elementary handling skill exercises
Establishing performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills
Agility Teamwork II
For: Dog and handler teams who have taken, or have proficiency in skills taught in, Teamwork I.
What we teach in this class:
Advancement of contact, jumping & weave skills
Advancement of handling skills
Reinforcement of performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills
Agility Teamwork III
For: Dog & handler teams who have taken Teamwork II or who are already competing
What we teach in this class:
Continued advancement of contact, jumping & weave skills
Continued advancement of handling skills
Reinforcement of performance criteria
Reinforcement of flatwork & obedience skills