2026 Training Classes Session 2

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• Utility Obedience Class Sunday 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 01, 2026
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  • End
    April 26, 2026
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, Fl 34482
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  Utility Obedience Class 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members /$80 Full members/$100 Associate Member 
  • Sunday 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
  • Classes start on  March 1, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted.
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor:  Dee Chuisano email- dee.chuisano@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com
           

  Class Description:

  This class will focus on teaching the Utility exercises used in AKC Utility competition.  This class will provide each student with 15 minutes of private instruction.  Handlers will also help each other by putting out articles and gloves, and doing the moving stand exercise. 

  Prerequisites: Your dog must have a reliable Retrieve and be able to work off lead with other dogs also off lead. 

  Equipment:  You must have a set of scent articles and 3 white gloves.  See AKC Obedience Rules for requirements for articles and gloves.  

  Dog Crate is required for this class

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring

  
  

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• Beginner Obedience Class Mon AM -2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Beginner Obedience Class - Mon AM - 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members/$80 Full members/$100 Associate Members 
  • Monday Mornings 9:00 am to 9:45 am
  • Classes start on March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Member Feb 13, 2026

  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026

  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 

  • Instructor: Carrie Solomon  email: cssolomon@outlook.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the training director Betsy Powers betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description:

  In this class you will learn basic Obedience for a well behaved pet at home and in the neighborhood.  You and your dog will learn how to walk on a loose leash, as well as basic commands such as sit, down and come.  This class teaches beginning requirements toward your dog becoming a Canine Good Citizen. 

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• Advanced Beginner Obedience Class - Mon AM -2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Advanced Beginner Obedience Class - 2026 Session 2

  • 7 Week Session  $120 non member/ $80 MADTA Full Member/$100 MADTA Associate Members
  • Monday Mornings 10:00 am to 10:45 am
  • Classes start on March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: Carrie Solomon email: cssolomon@outlook.com
  • Assistant Instructor : Dottie Thompson  email flypa27@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening for you.

  • If you have problems registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at 

    betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description 

  This is a step towards the competition ring  for  Obedience and  Rally and prepares students for CGC/CGCA and Beginner Novice title.

  Prerequisites: Dog and handler have completed a Beginner Obedience class or handler has trained a dog before. Dog should be able to do a sit and down on command and does a controlled walk on leash.

  You will be working on tightening up your obedience handling skills, learn the figure 8, stand/sit for exam and work on attention along with advanced stays. Exercises from Beginner Novice Obedience, Novice Obedience, Rally and the CGC and CGCA tests will be worked on.

  Emphasis will be placed on attention and learning how to work as a team to give handlers and dogs a  good foundation. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Tricks 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL.34482
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  Tricks 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session  $120 nonmembers/ $80 Full members/ $100 associate members
  • Mondays 10:00 AM- 10:45AM

  • Classes start on March 2, 2026

  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes August 22, 2025  after which NO registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds
    
  • Instructors: Barb Sheedy email:   bsheedy@bellsouth.net
  •                       Cindy Froman email: papicav@gmail.com 
  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

  Class Description

  Interested in impressing your friends and family with dog tricks but don’t know how to get started?  Want to earn your AKC Trick titles? Then this class is for you. Your dog must have basic obedience skills as taught in our Puppy Kindergarten and Beginner Obedience classes.

  Learn tricks like shake, spin, roll over, go to sleep, maybe even skateboarding. Tricks Class will address all levels of tricks titles.

  Class will include a Tricks Test to qualify for AKC Tricks titles the last week.  

  Tricks Test Evaluator :  Barb Sheedy

  
  

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• Competition Novice Obedience Class - Mon 11:00 am 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL.34482
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  Competition Novice Obedience Class - 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members /$80 Full members/$100 Associate Members 
  • Monday morning  11:00am- 12:00pm 
  • Classes start on March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 
  • Instructor:  Carrie Solomon email: cssolomon@outlook.com
  • Assistant Instructor : Barb Sheedy email: bsheedy@bellsouth.net

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have questions contact the Training Director at betsyp2014@gmail.com  

  Class Description:

  This class is for dogs who want to compete in AKC Obedience.  The skills taught in this class will get you ready to enter an AKC Obedience trial at the Novice level.  Skills taught are: precision heeling on lead and off lead, Stand stay with a person able to go over the dog, recall from 30 ft away , fronts and finishes.  You will also learn some training games to keep the training upbeat.  

  Prerequisites for this class: completion of the Advance beginner class or an AKC BN title.

  Dogs must be Crated when not in the ring

  Crates are required for this class

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• Introduction to Utility Obedience 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Introduction to Utility Obedience 

  2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Class  $120 non member /$100 Associate Member/ $80 Full Member
  • Mondays 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Classes start on March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 
  • Instructor :  Joanne Brettschneider email jpstraining@aol.com
  •                       Cindy Froman email: papicav@gmail.com
  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.
  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.
  • If you have any trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

  Class Description

  For the competitor just starting to train for Utility Obedience.  This class will cover how to teach your dog the exercises for AKC Utility Obedience Competition.  The class will cover the basics of Utility ring procedure. Handlers will learn how to start your dog for scent articles, directed retrieve, hand signals without voice commands, directed jumping including a go out across a 40 ft ring and the moving stand.   Dogs must have good off leash control and know how to heel both on and off leash with distractions.    

  Prerequisite:  You must have earned a minimum of 1 leg towards your AKC Companion Dog Excellent Title (CDX). 

  Required Equipment for the class

         1 set of articles consisting of 2 of the following sets, 6 leather articles, 6 metal articles or 6 wood articles.

          3 white gloves  

  A Dog Crate is required at all classes

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring 

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• Rally Novice 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala Fl 34482
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  Rally - Novice 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members/$100 associate members/$80 full members . 
  • Mondays at 1:30 PM - 2:30PM
  • Class starts March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: Barb Sheedy email: bsheedy@bellsouth.net
  • To register scroll to the lower left hand corner, select the Register button.
  • If register button not available select the Join Waitlist button.  Unfortunately this means the class is full.  We will do our best to find and opening for you.
  • If you are unable to register online, please contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description

  This class will introduce you to the sport of Rally.  Rally combines various obedience skills such as sit, down and stand into a course.  It is upbeat and fun for both you and your dog.  This class will teach you how to perform the 42 novice rally signs and practice stringing them together into a course.  By the end of the class you will be ready to enter an AKC Rally Trial at the novice level. 

  Prerequisites: Your dog must have completed a beginner Obedience class and be capable of performing sit, down, stay, and come on command and walk on a loose leash.  

  A Crate for your dog is Mandatory Equipment that you will need each week at the class.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  This class is limited to six teams.

  
  
  

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• Rally Intermediate 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala Fl 34482
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  Rally - Intermediate   2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members/$100 associate members/$80 full members. 
  • Mondays at 3:00 PM - 4:00PM
  • Class starts March 2 , 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: Barb Sheedy email bsheedy@bellsouth.net
  • To register scroll to the lower left hand corner, select the Register button.
  • If register button not available select the Join Waitlist button.  Unfortunately this means the class is full.  We will do our best to find and opening for you.
  • If you are unable to register online, please contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description

  For handlers and their dogs that have completed Introduction to Rally, Novice Rally, or have some previous Rally experience. The focus will be on learning and practicing the AKC Intermediate/Advanced exercises.

  Dog and handler teams will learn the skills  necessary to execute the  exercises needed to run Intermediate/Advanced Rally courses successfully.  The course is broken up into learning each of the exercises defined by the Intermediate/ Advanced Rally Signs and learning how to perform them within a course.  By the end of the session you will have learned all the intermediate/ advance rally signs.  Class courses will increase in difficulty each week with greater numbers of Intermediate exercises incorporated.  This class is taught all on leash. 

  
  

  Prerequisites:  Your dog must have completed the Novice Rally Class, Intro to Rally Class or have their Novice rally title.
  

  A dog crate is required for this class.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring

  This class is limited to six teams.

  
  
  

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• AKC Star Puppy Class- 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala Fl 34482
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  AKC Star Puppy Class 2026 Session 2

  • Seven week session - $120 non-member/ $100 Associate member/ $80 Full member
  • Mondays 4:30-5:15 pm 
  • Classes start on March 2, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 After which no registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds
  • Instructor:  Diane Bryant email dbryant5595@gmail.com
  •                      Regina Compton email: shelties0702@yahoo.com
  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.
  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.
  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description: 

  This class is for Puppies up to 10 Months by the start of class.  This class follows the AKC guidelines for the  Star Puppy Program. This program focuses on the bond development between puppy and owner. 

  The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy is an exciting program designed to get dog owners and their puppies off to a good start. The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy Program is an incentive program for loving dog owners who have taken the time to take their puppies through a basic training class

  Below is listed the 20 steps to success with your puppy

  20 STEPS To Success: The AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy® TEST

  OWNER BEHAVIORS:

  1. Maintains puppy’s health (vaccines, exams, appears healthy)

  2. Owner receives Responsible Dog Owner’s Pledge

  3. Owner describes adequate daily play and exercise plan

  4. Owner and puppy attend at least 6 classes by an AKC Approved CGC Evaluator

  5. Owner brings bags to classes for cleaning up after puppy

  6. Owner has obtained some form of ID for puppy-collar tag, etc.

  PUPPY BEHAVIORS:

  7. Free of aggression toward people during at least 6 weeks of class

  8. Free of aggression toward other puppies in class

  9. Tolerates collar or body harness of owner’s choice

  10. Owner can hug or hold puppy (depending on size)

  11. Puppy allows owner to take away a treat or toy

  PRE-CANINE GOOD CITIZEN® TEST BEHAVIORS

  12. Allows (in any position) petting by a person other than the owner

  13. Grooming-Allows owner handling and brief exam (ears, feet)

  14. Walks on a Leash-Follows owner on lead in a straight line (15 steps)

  15. Walks by other people-Walks on leash past other people 5-ft away

  16. Sits on command-Owner may use a food lure

  17. Down on command-Owner may use a food lure

  18. Comes to owner from 5-ft when name is called

  19. Reaction to Distractions-distractions are presented 15-ft away

  20. Stay on leash with another person (owner walks 10 steps and returns) 

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• Scent Work Skills and Drills Class- 6 PM 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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   Scent Work Skills and Drills Class

  2026 Session 2

  
  

  • • Seven Week Session - $120 nonmember/$100 Associate member/ $80 Full member 
    • Monday Evenings  6:00 PM to  6:45 PM

    • Classes start on March 2, 2026

    • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026

    • Registration for Associate members opens FEB 13, 2026

    • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026

    • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted

    • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

    • Instructor:  Judi Tintera email: jtintera@cfl.rr.com
    •                      Diane Baylerian email  rbaylerian@gmail.com 

    • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

    • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

    • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the Training Director, Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

  • Class Description

  • Dogs in this class must be on odor or have completed Introduction to Scent Work. This class will work on improving the foundational skills needed by scent work teams. It will cover reading your dog, effective handling skills, searching and motivation, challenges, and confidence building for both the dog and handler. We will also discuss scent work trials and elements, odor behavior, and hide setting.

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  • Dog Crates are required for this class.
    Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Scent Work Skills and Drills Class- 7 PM 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 02, 2026
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  • End
    April 13, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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   Scent Work Skills and Drills Class

  2026 Session 2

  
  

  • • Seven Week Session - $120 nonmember/$100 Associate member/ $80 Full member 
    • Monday Evenings  7:00 PM to  7:45 PM

    • Classes start on March 2, 2026

    • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026

    • Registration for Associate members opens FEB 13, 2026

    • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026

    • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted

    • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

    • Instructor:  Judi Tintera email: jtintera@cfl.rr.com
    •                      Diane Baylerian email  rbaylerian@gmail.com 

    • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

    • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

    • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the Training Director, Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

  • Class Description

  • Dogs in this class must be on odor or have completed Introduction to Scent Work. This class will work on improving the foundational skills needed by scent work teams. It will cover reading your dog, effective handling skills, searching and motivation, challenges, and confidence building for both the dog and handler. We will also discuss scent work trials and elements, odor behavior, and hide setting.

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  • Dog Crates are required for this class.
    Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Introduction to Scent Work Class- 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 03, 2026
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  • End
    April 14, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Introduction to  Scent Work Class

  2026 Session 2

  • • Seven Week Session - $120 nonmember/$80 member
    • Tuesday  evenings  5:30 pm - 6:15 pm  

    • Classes start on March 3, 2026

    • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026

    • Registration for Associate Members opens Feb 13, 2026

    • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026

    • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted

    • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

    • Instructor:  Judi Tintera email: jtintera@cfl.rr.com  
    • Assistant Instructor: Julie Taborda email: vmdhgsd@gmail.com             

    • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

    • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

    • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the Training Director, Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

    Class Description

  • This class will explore the basic concepts of Scent Work. It will cover how to play fun Scent Training games at home to meet your dog’s need for mental and physical stimulation. As your dog learns to problem solve and gain focus, this class will also give an overview of the competitive aspect of the sport by introducing odor (the scented oils dog search for at a trial) and covering some foundational skills for handlers.
    This class is good for dogs needing more confidence, dogs who have a lot energy and need a job, as well as senior dogs and those recovering from an injury.

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  • Dog Crates are required for this class.

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• Beginner Novice and Novice Obedience Class - Tues PM -2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 03, 2026
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  • End
    April 14, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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   Beginner Novice and Novice Obedience Class Tues PM- 2026 Session 2

  • 7 Week Session  $120 non member/ $80 MADTA Full Member/$100 MADTA Associate Members
  • Tuesday Evening  6:30-7:15 PM
  • Classes start on March 3, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: MJ Douglas email: Trincockers@aol.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening for you.

  • If you have problems registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at 

    betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description 

  This class will introduce and perfect the exercises required for the Beginner Novice and Novice Obedience classes for AKC obedience competition.  You will learn heeling in proper position thru turns and pace changes, recalls including fronts and finishes, exams without moving and sit and down stays.  This class is designed to be repeated multiple times as most dogs require more than 7 weeks time to be proficient in all the skills being taught.    

  Prerequisites: Dogs must know how to sit and down on command, walking with you on a loose leash and be able to sit quietly at your side. 

  
  

  Dog crates are required for this class.

  Dogs must be crated when not working in the ring. 

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Competition Novice Obedience Class - 2026 Session 2 - Wednesday afternoon

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
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  • End
    April 15, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Competition Novice Obedience Class - 2026 Session 2

  • Seven week session : $120 nonmember/ $100 Associate member/ $80 Full members
  • Wednesdays   12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
  • Classes start on March 4, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

  • Instructor: Marilyn Mannino email vintagedobes@tampabay.rr.com
  •                     Sharon Simon email mishon2@tampabay.rr.com
  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description 

  This class will be for Handlers who have had some formal training in the Novice Exercises and wish to enhance what they have already learned.  You will learn how to progress towards and perfect off leash heeling, along with the other Novice Exercises.  This class will help you to prepare yourself and your dog for competition in the Novice AKC obedience Trials. Your dog must have a reliable recall around other dogs. 

  Exercises taught:   Enhanced Heeling if your dog is ready including the Figure Eight exercise.   Sit for Exam, Stand for Exam, Sit and Down Exercises, Recall.  Distractions will be  used to enhance these exercises. 

  Prerequisites for this class: completion of the Advance beginner class or an AKC BN title.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring

  Crates are required for this class

  
  

  
  

                        

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• Heeling Refresher & Attention Games 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
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  • End
    April 15, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Heeling Refresher & Attention Games

  2026 Session 2

  • Seven week session : $120 nonmember/ $100 Associate member/ $80 Full members
  • Wednesdays   12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  • Classes start on March 4, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

  • Instructor: Sally Sherman email Sallyshermangoldens@gmail.com
  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description 

  This class is for those teams who compete or plan to compete in AKC Obedience and want to refresh their skills as well as improve upon their heeling.  In addition, there will be a focus on attention and handling. You will also be introduced to various ways you can make heeling more fun and motivating for your dog. Positive proofing and motivational training games for both heeling and attention will be included. Dogs must already know how to heel and must be reliable with off leash heeling. 

  
  

  Prerequisites:  Dogs MUST have reliable off-leash control and be able to heel both on and off lead around other dogs and distractions.

  Dog crates are required for this class.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring. 

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• RALLY- ADVANCE- 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
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  • End
    April 15, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  RALLY- ADVANCE- 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session $120 non member/ $100 Associate member/ $80 Full member
  • Wednesdays 2:30PM- 3:30PM

  • Classes start on March 4, 2026

  • No class April 8, 2026

  • Registration for Full members opens Feb 9, 2026

  • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026

  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026

  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted 

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

  • Instructor : Betsy Powers email betsyp2014@gmail.com   

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at

    betsyp2014@gmail.com 

  
  

  Class Description

  For handlers and their dogs that have completed Intermediate  Rally.   The focus will be  working off leash on the  AKC Advanced exercises.

  Dog and handler teams will learn the skills  necessary to execute the  exercises needed to run Intermediate/Advanced Rally courses successfully.  The class  will provide instruction for performing the advanced rally signs and provide Advanced level courses to train on.   

  
  

  Prerequisites:  Your dog must have completed the Intermediate rally class or have earned their intermediate  rally title.
  

  A crate is required each week for your dog so handlers are free to walk the course and learn the necessary footwork for each exercise.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring. 

  This class is limited to six teams.

  
  

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• RALLY - Master/ Excellent 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
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  • End
    April 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  RALLY - MASTER/ Excellent 2026 Session 2

  • Seven week session : $120 nonmember/ $100 Associate member/ $80 Full member
  • Wednesdays   4:00 pm - 5:00pm
  • No class April 8, 2026
  • Classes start on March 4, 2026
  • Registration for Full members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds

  • Instructor: Betsy Powers email:  betsyp2014@gmail.com
  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description 

  This course is designed for the teams that have a full understanding of the rally signs 1-123.  Dogs work off leash and are able to jump the required height jump for the size of their dog.  This class will polish performances for all the rally signs focusing on the Master and Excellent levels. 

  
  

  The class will focus on execution of the signs in addition to performing master/excellent level courses 

  
  

  Crates are required at each class so handlers can work needed footwork and walk courses.

  
  

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring 

  
  

                        

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• Open Obedience Proofing Class 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
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  • End
    April 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, Fl 34482
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  Open Obedience Proofing Class 2026 Session 2

  • Seven  Week Session - $120 non-members /$100 Associate members/$80 Full Members
  • Wednesday  5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
  • Classes start on March 4,  2026
  • No class on April 8, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted.
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: MJ Douglas email: Trincockers@aol.com
  • Assistant Instructor: Michelle Hodges email: rhodges21@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com
           

  Class Description:

  This class for dogs who already know the exercises for open obedience competition and are getting ready to enter the competition ring.  This class will work on polishing your performance by challenging your dog to work through appropriate distractions, and bad dumbbell throws so when they get to the competition ring you and your dog will find it easier to execute the exercises.  This class is designed to be taken multiple times as most dogs would not master the skills in just 7 weeks.

  Prerequisites: Completition of the Competition Open Obedience class, and/or a comprehensive understanding of off leash heeling, retrieve, jumping, drop on recall and command discrimination.

  Equipment:  You must have a dumbbell. 

  Dog Crate is required for this class

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

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• Novice Obedience Proofing Class - Wed PM -2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 04, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 22, 2026
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  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL.34482
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  Novice Obedience Proofing Class - Wed PM -2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members /$100 Associate members/ $80 Full member
  • Wednesday Evenings  6:30-8:00pm
  • Classes start on March 4, 2026
  • No class April 8, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 
  • Instructor:  MJ Douglas  email: trincockers@aol.com
  • Assistant Instructor: Michelle Hodges email rhodges21@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have questions contact the Training Director at betsyp2014@gmail.com  

  Class Description:

  This class is for dogs that know all the exercises for Novice obedience or Beginner Novice Obedience and are getting ready to enter the competition ring. This class will work on polishing your performance by challenging your dog to work through appropriate distractions so when they get to the competition ring they will have an easier time executing the exercises.  This class is designed to be taken multiple times as most dogs would not master the skills in just 7 weeks.  

  Prerequisites for this class: completion of the Advance beginner class and/or an AKC BN title.  A comprehensive understanding of heeling on and off leash, stand or sit for exam, and a recall to front and finish.

  Crates are required for this class

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

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• Novice/Advanced Scent Work Class- 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 05, 2026
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  • End
    April 09, 2026
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  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Novice/Advanced  Scent Work Class

  2026 Session 2

  • • Seven Week Session - $105 nonmember/$85 Associate member/$65 Full member
    • Thursday mornings 8:00am-8:45am 
  • • Classes start on March 5, 2026
    • Registration for Full Members opens Feb 9, 2026 
    • Registration for Associate members opens Feb 13, 2026 
    • Registration for Non-Members opens Feb 16, 2026
    • Registration closes February  20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted
    • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds
    • Instructor:  Judy Leitzsch email frazldmom3@aol.com
    •                     Diane Baylerian email rbaylerian@gmail.com
    • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.
    • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.
    • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the Training Director, Betsy Powers at  betsyp2014@gmail.com

  • Class Description

  • This class will be for  novice and advanced students who wish to enhance their nose work skills. 
    

  • Dog Crates are required for this class.

    Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Excellent/Master Scent Work Class 9:15 AM-2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 09, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL 34482
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  Excellent/Master Scent Work Class 9:15 am 

  2026 Session 2

  • Six Week Session - $105 nonmembers/ $85 Associate members/$65 Full members
  • Thursday mornings 9:15 AM to 10:00AM  
  • Classes start on March 5, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds
  • Instructor:  Judy Leitzsch email frazldmom3@aol.com
  • Assistant Instructor:  Diane Baylarian email rbaylerian@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you encounter difficulties in registering for the class contact the training director Betsy Powers email: betsyp2014@gmail.com

  Class Description

  This class will be for students who are trialing at this level or have permission of the instructor to enter this class. We will have more advanced searches and drills to enhance their searching skills.

  
  

  Prerequisites: Dogs in this class must be competing at the excellent or Master levels or have permission from the instructor.

  Dog Crates are required for this class.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Excellent/Master Scent Work Class 10:15 AM-2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 09, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    6 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL 34482
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  Excellent/Master Scent Work Class 10:15 am 

  2026 Session 2

  • Six Week Session - $105 nonmembers/ $85 Associate members/$65 Full members
  • Thursday mornings 10:15 AM to 11:00AM  
  • Classes start on March 5, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds
  • Instructor:  Judy Leitzsch email frazldmom3@aol.com
  • Assistant Instructor:  Diane Baylarian email rbaylerian@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you encounter difficulties in registering for the class contact the training director Betsy Powers email: betsyp2014@gmail.com

  Class Description

  This class will be for students who are trialing at this level or have permission of the instructor to enter this class. We will have more advanced searches and drills to enhance their searching skills.

  
  

  Prerequisites: Dogs in this class must be competing at the excellent or Master levels or have permission from the instructor.

  Dog Crates are required for this class.

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Competition Open Obedience Class 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 23, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, Fl 34482
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  Competition Open Obedience Class 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members /$80 Full members/$100 Associate members 
  • Thursday  5:00- 6:30PM
  • Classes start on March 5, 2026
  • No class on April 16, 2026
  • Registration for Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted.
  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds"
  • Instructor: Betsy Powers email - betsyp2014@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com
           

  Class Description:

  This class will focus on teaching the Open exercises used in The AKC Open Obedience class.  We will teach and perfect heeling through turns and pace changes for off leash heeling, retrieves, jumping, drop on recall, and command discrimination.  This class is designed to be repeated multiple times as most dogs will not master the exercises in a 7 week period.

  Prerequisites: Your dog must have a reliable sit stay and be able to work off lead around other dogs.  

  Equipment:  You must have a dumbbell. 

  Dog Crate is required for this class

  Dogs must be crated when not in ring. 

  
  

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• Beginner Obedience Class Thursday PM -2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 05, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 23, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL. 34482
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  Beginner Obedience Class - Thursday  PM - 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members/$80 members/$100 Associate Members 
  • Thursday Evenings 6:30-7:15pm
  • Classes start on March 5, 2026
  • No class April 16, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Member FEB 13, 2026

  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026

  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 

  • Instructor: Betsy Powers email betsyp2014@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have trouble registering for this class contact the training director Betsy Powers betsyp2014@gmail.com

  
  

  Class Description:

  This Class is for students that have not had any prior training.  The exercises taught will be Walk on a loose leash, Sit and Down exercises, Recall, Leave it command, Teach your dog not to Jump up.  Teach your dog how to enter and exit doors.  Some distractions will be used to enhance Sit and Down stays along with the Recall and Walking on a loose leash.  House manners will also be included.   This class teaches beginning requirements toward your dog becoming a Canine Good Citizen. 

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• Competition Novice Obedience Class - Thu 10:30 am 2026 Session 2

  • Start
    March 12, 2026
  •  
  • End
    April 30, 2026
  •  
  • Schedule
    7 sessions
  • Location
    MADTA 6600 NW 3rd Place Ocala, FL.34482
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  Competition Novice Obedience Class - 2026 Session 2

  • Seven Week Session - $120 non-members /$80 Full members/$100 Associate Members 
  • Thursday morning  10:30am- 11:30am 
  • Classes start on March 12, 2026
  • No Class April 16, 2026
  • Registration for Full Members opens FEB 9, 2026
  • Registration for Associate Members opens FEB 13, 2026
  • Registration for Non-Members opens FEB 16, 2026
  • Registration closes February 20, 2026  after which NO registrations will be accepted

  • No Refunds  or changes after registration closes except where provided by  Policy 15 "Refunds" 
  • Instructor:  Sharon Gillis email: dawgtrainer98@gmail.com

  • To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

  • If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

  • If you have questions contact the Training Director at betsyp2014@gmail.com  

  Class Description:

  This class will be for Handlers who have had some formal training in the Novice Exercises and wish to enhance what they have already learned.  You will learn how to progress towards and perfect off leash heeling, along with the other Novice Exercises.  This class will help you to prepare yourself and your dog for competition in the Novice AKC obedience Trials. Your dog must have a reliable recall around other dogs. 

  Exercises taught:   Enhanced Heeling if your dog is ready including the Figure Eight exercise.   Sit for Exam, Stand for Exam, Sit and Down Exercises, Recall.  Distractions will be  used to enhance these exercises. 

  Prerequisites for this class: completion of the Advance beginner class or an AKC BN title.

  Crates are required for this class
  

  Dogs must be crated when not in the ring

  
  

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