Agility Class Schedule May-June 2015

DOTCORNY Agility and Flyball Classes
May-June 2015
AGILITY CLASSES:
The following sequences of classes are recommended for optimal learning experiences in your agility
training: Beginner Agility I; Beginner Agility II; Advanced Beginner; Pre-Novice; Open/Excellent and
Masters. For all agility classes, participants must help with set-up/take down. This time is included in
the scheduled time. Thank you 
Day/Time
MONDAY
EVENINGS
May 11-July 6
Skip May 25th
8 week class
7:15-8:30pm
TUESDAY
EVENINGS
May 12-June 30
8 week class
Class
PRE-NOVICE/NOVICE
(6 dog limit)
Pre-Requisite: Advanced Beginner
Next suggested class:
Open/Excellent/Masters
BEGINNER AGILITY I
(dogs 4 months/older;
8 dog limit)
Pre-Requisite: None
6:15-7:30pm
Next suggested Class: Beginner
Agility II
TUESDAY
EVENINGS
BEGINNER AGILITY II
(8 dog limit)
Pre-Requisite:Beginner Agility I
with a consistent recall or tested
by the instructor or training
director prior to class start.
May 12-June 30
8 week class
7:30-8:45pm
Next suggested class: Advanced
Beginner
TUESDAY
EVENINGS
*INTRODUCTION TO
TRACKING
May 12-June 30
8 week class
Pre-Requisite:None
( 6 dog limit)
6:30-7:30pm
*class location listed below
WEDNESDAY
EVENINGS
AGILITY FOUNDATIONS :
(8 dog limit)
May 6-June 10
6 week class
Pre-Requisite: None
6:15-7:30pm
Next suggested class: Beginner
Agility I
Class Content
Targeted for handler/dog teams that are
interested in or have started agility
completion. Handlers will be challenged
with analyzing how to best navigate a
course and best methods to handle
sequences. Handlers should have a
good working relationship with their
dog. The dogs should have a good
understanding of obstacle requirement.
The focus will be on teaching the
foundation skills for correct and safe
obstacle performance. Dogs will be on
leash much of the time. The team
(handler and dog) will be introduced to
all agility obstacles set at the lowest and
safest levels. Dogs will learn basic tools
needed for successful training in agility
such as stay, come, target, & go.
Continuing the knowledge and
developmental skills on all the
equipment. Equipment will be raised to
the next safest level. Most work will be
done off leash and various obstacle
combinations will be introduced.
This introduction to tracking class takes
the beginner from no tracking
experience to certification ready in eight
weeks! The dogs should have a buckle
collar and 6 foot leash. Also bring
LOTS of yummy treats for the first night
of class!
From the Ground Up: The sport of
agility can be broken into a set of core
behaviors both by handler & dog alike.
Combining these core skills together
create successful agility teams. This
class will focus on teaching many of the
core behaviors, many of which do not
include agility equipment. Good for
puppies & dogs new to agility, this class
will primarily focus on foundation skills
& teach obstacle behavior as necessary.
Instructor
Bonnie Platt
Kay
Sadowsky
Kay
Sadowsky
Dorothy
Bayer
Joel Basa
WEDNESDAY
EVENINGS
May 6-June 10
6 week class
7:45-9:00 pm
OPEN/EXCELLENT/MASTER This class will focus on Open to
(6 dog limit)
Excellent/Masters level courses.
Emphasis will be on discussing various
Pre-Requisite: Novice or tested by handling maneuvers to successfully run
the instructor or training director
prior to class start. Typically these the course for speed and accuracy.
THURSDAY
EVENINGS
teams have earned at least one leg
in AKC Novice Agility competition
or equivalent
ADVANCED BEGINNER:
(6 dog limit)
May 14-July 2
8 week class
Pre-Requisite: Beginner I and
Beginner II
6:15-7:30pm
Next suggested class:
Pre Novice/Novice
INTRO TO FLYBALL :
(dogs 6 months/older)
SUNDAY
EVENINGS
April 19-May 10
(4 week session)
Pre-Requisite: None
5:00-6:00pm
Work on contacts, handling skills, start
lines and weave entries. There will be
sequences and a mini course using what
was learned in class with an emphasis
on sequence work involving the use of
“crosses.” Work will be done building
both dog and human confidence while
having fun with your dog.
Learn the exciting sport of flyball-a dog
relay race! This fun sport is for dogs of
all ages, sizes and breeds. The 4 week
course will teach ball retrieval off the
box, taking the jumps and provide the
basics to anticipate in this fast-paced
dog event.
Joel Basa
Marion
Jones
Kay
Sadowsky
TO REGISTER FOR AGILITY and FLYBALL CLASSES:
MAIL your completed registration form, vaccination records, and payment to:
Dorene Dwyer, 924 Tait Ave, Rochester, NY 14616
Make check or Money Order payable to DOTCORNY. Checks returned unpaid for any reason are subject to a
$40 processing fee.
You will be notified by telephone and/or by email if your class is filled. Because DOTCORNY makes every
effort to accommodate prospective students and their dogs, alternate classes or times will be offered, if
possible.
DOTCORNY is located at 465 Paul Rd, Rochester, NY 14624. All classes will be at the building except tracking.
*Tracking location: Rush Fireman’s Field, 1971 Rush Mendon Rd, Rush, NY. On the corner of
251 and 15A.
DOTCORNY Telephone: (585) 251-1784
GENERAL INFORMATION
A few tips for FIRST NIGHT – Welcome to DOTCORNY! Have fun learning how to train your dog!
 Bring your dog, unless otherwise noted, and proof of vaccination.
 Have your dog on a plain buckle collar and a 6 foot cloth or leather leash. If you use another training
collar, bring it with you. No Flexi leads are allowed in the building. Please leave them at home.
 PLEASE KEEP YOUR DOG CLOSE TO YOU WHEN ENTER THE BUILDING. Your dog may
be friendly but not all dogs are.
 All dogs must be on leash when entering and leaving the building regardless of class/training level.
 Dress comfortably for training. Dress in layers as the temperature of the building can vary. We advise
during the winter months that you bring a sweatshirt with you in case it is chilly in the building.
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Wear sneakers or rubber soled shoes that you can run in.
Bring a motivating treat or toy for your dog.
Observers are welcome and may want to bring their own chair.
We have one designated, well-marked potty area. Please do not potty your dogs anywhere else as this is
actually a violation of our lease, and please remember to pick up after your dog.
CANCELLATIONS - announced on our club phone, 585-251-1784, radio, and TV, as appropriate.
FOR MORE INFORMATION - Call the club phone and leave a message with your name, phone number and
address. Spell your last name and address. Someone will return your call. Or, visit our website at
www.dotcorny.com where downloadable forms, schedules, and contacts are available.
NO AGGRESSIVE DOGS ARE ALLOWED IN CLASSES. INSTRUCTORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT
PARTICIPATION IN THEIR CLASSES AT THEIR DISCRETION. ALSO, IF A DOG IS NOT IN THE
APPROPRIATE CLASS LEVEL, ANOTHER MAY BE RECOMMENDED BY THE INSTRUCTOR.