| Advanced obedience classes are available for members only.
Members do not have to preregister for classes, they may simply show up on the
first night of class. |
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| The current training schedule is available by clicking on class
schedule. Members may also refer to the calendar in the handbook for session
starting dates and to the training bulletin board at the club for specific
classes and times. In general, on Monday we hold agility and puppy classes,
on Tuesday
we hold obedience classes, on Wednesday we hold agility and obedience classes
and on Thursday we hold obedience classes. In addition, the buildings are
often
open
for individual training on non-training nights, the calendar located at the
club reflects these dates and times. |
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| Below is a short description of the goals of each of the advanced
obedience classes. A full description can be found in the Handbook. Members can
also contact the Director of Training or an Assistant Director of Training if they
need help selecting an appropriate class for their dog. |
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| Class Descriptions |
| Class |
Description |
| Advanced Beginners |
To refine the skills learned in the beginning
class and to introduce the Canine Good Citizen exercises and requirements
(members may wish to skip the beginners class and start their dogs directly
in this class). |
| Beginning Novice |
To proof and polish the on-lead novice exercises
and to introduce off-lead work as well as the AKC rules and regulations. |
| Advanced Novice |
To proof and polish the on-lead and off-lead
novice exercises and to insure knowledge of AKC regulations and ring procedures.
Also to further develop off-lead control and introduce jumping. |
| Beginning Open |
To introduce the AKC open level exercises with
an emphasis on developing a reliable retrieve. |
| Advanced Open |
To proof and polish all AKC open exercises. |
| Utility |
To teach all AKC utility exercises. |
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| In addition, run thru sessions are available on Wednesday
evenings in building A. Run thru gives the handler a chance to practice for a
specific class under show like conditions. Refer to the advanced training schedule
or the Wednesday Assistant Director of Training for more information. |
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