Agility
The agility training courses build foundational skills for both handler and dog. Agility registration for all but Foundation and Beginner classes requires prior instructor approval.
Due to the AKC suspending the use of the chute (aka collapsed tunnel), GLKC will no longer include instruction of the chute in any of the agility classes. However, if you compete in a venue that includes the chute, private instruction can be provided.
Description:
- Build teamwork and grow confidence in dog and handler.
- Grow focus, attention & self-control.
- Learn beginning handling skills such as start line stay, some turning cues.
- Create a solid foundation for learning obstacles.
- Learn how to perform the pause table and tunnel.
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information
Description:
- Introduce foundation skills for contact obstacles.
- Introduce the dogwalk and A-frame.
- Perform jump exercises appropriate for Beginning Agility I.
- Learn different handling cues for different approaches and landings for jumps.
- Begin sequencing 2-5 obstacles.
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information
Description:
- Perform A-frame and Dogwalk at full height. (Dogs under 1 year will perform at a lower height.)
- Sequencing 6-10 obstacles.
- Handling cues for AKC Novice and CPE Level 1 & 2.
- Perform jump exercises appropriate for Beginning Agility (Dogs under 1 year old will use jump bumps.)
- Introduce Weaves (for dogs over 1 year old)
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information
Description:
- Prepare dogs to compete in their first trial. Dogs will remain in this class while competing in the Novice Level in AKC or Level 1 & 2 in CPE
- Introduce Teeter at a low height (for dogs over 1 year old). Gradually raise the height until the dog is performing the teeter at full height.
- Perform 6-12 Weaves.
- Sequencing 10-20 obstacles.
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information
Description:
- This class is for dogs competing in the Open Level in AKC or Level 3 in CPE
- Perform 12 Weaves.
- Sequencing 10-20 obstacles.
- Open (Level 3, CPE) Level Handling challenges.
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information
Description:
- This class is for dog/handler teams competing at the AKC Excellent/Master Level or CPE Level 5 or C.
- Teams will be practicing handling skills for AKC Excellent/Master Level or CPE Level 5 or C challenges, focusing on what works best for each team.
Contact:
Education Committee Chair for more information