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Agility is the sport of a timed Obstacle Race. There are a number of games available and titles that can be earned from multiple venues a few are AKC, USDA, CPE and UKC. We at MADTA have a lovely lighted agility field so we have the ability to hold classes in the evening. We offer classes that range from starting puppies in agility through honing your skills for the advance levels of excellent and masters. Class offerings will vary through the year. The following is an overall listing of Agility Classes offered. Crates are required at every class.
Class Description
Calling all puppies ages 8 weeks to 8 months to come and have some fun! Puppies will be exposed to many of the skills necessary to start out agility on the right paw!
This is a workshop type class where you will be interacting with your puppy on various pieces of puppy friendly agility equipment at their own pace. Each week we will focus on a new skill but there is a lot of repetition over the session.
Prerequisites: This class is limited to puppies between the ages of 8 weeks and 8 months.
Not offered Session 4
Class Description
Learn basic handling skills. Learn how to teach your dog basic jumping skills, contacts and weaves. By the end of the course you and your dog should be able to run short sequences. This class can be repeated as needed.
Prerequisites: Dogs should have a reliable recall and basic obedience and agility skills including a stay.
Session 4 registration link
Class Description
Review and Build upon those skills you learned in Beginner Agility. By the end of the course you and your dog should be able to run a short course. This class can be repeated as needed.
Prerequisites: Dogs should have a reliable recall and stay plus basic agility skills.
Session 4 registration link
- Agility Skills and Drills
Class Description
This class is designed for teams competing at Novice, Open or Excellent level.
The class will focus on different aspects of handling for Agility. It is designed to improve you and your dog’s proficiency in running the course. Skills may include but are not limited to the following:
- Weave entrances
- Independent Weaves
- Beginning distance handling
- Start line strategies
- Serpentines
- Backsides
- AKC FAST
Homework is necessary.
Prerequisites: You and your dog must know basic obedience including a strong recall and stay. If your dog will not stay with you on a course, please consider the Advanced Beginners class. Dogs must be able to complete 6 weave poles on their own.
Session 4 registration link
Agility field is set up with a course for everyone to run . Check the run thru schedule for day and time.
