Fall 2024 Classes

Registration Opens 8/26/24 at noon for members and 8/27/24 at noon for the public.

Cost for members is $90/class for nonmembers is $110/class. ​

Registration Link: https://fs27.formsite.com/sekc/p3ecna7lqf/index

 

Rally Master – Leah Hanson

Mondays Sept 9 - Oct 14 at 6:30 PM (5 Student Max) 

Rally Master class is for competition teams who have titled in Rally Advanced or higher and are familiar with the Rally Excellent signs. This class will teach the master signs and go over the rules specific to the master class. - 0/5 Spots Filled 

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Beginner Agility – Rachel Weelborg

Mondays Sept 9 - Oct 14 at 7:30 PM (5 Student Max)

Prerequisites – Basic obedience skills.

This class is for the handler/dog team with no previous experience. In this beginner agility class, we will cover some foundation skills and introduce equipment along with short sequences. Whether you are or aren’t planning to advance to different levels of agility, this will help you and your dog develop teamwork while having fun. This will also set your team up for Beginners Agility II. - 0/5 Spots Filled

 

Conformation – Tracy Duff 

Tuesdays Sept 10 - Oct 15 at 6:30 PM - Drop Ins Welcomed

Whether you are experienced in the show ring or beginner in conformation we will tailor the class to fit everyone’s needs. The purpose of dog shows is to evaluate breeding stock to each breeds standard. You will learn ring procedures, how to stack your dog and move at a correct speed. This is a great class to learn how to work as a team with your dog and be ready for our Fall Show. Please being a proper leash and bait/treats to class. Drop ins are welcomed. Drops ins must bring proof of dogs vaccination record, payment and sign a waiver. 

 

Novice Obedience – Ginny Beck 

Tuesdays Sept 10 - Oct 15 at 7:30 PM (7 Student Max)

Novice Obedience is for those who wish to compete competitively in AKC Obedience trials. The fundamentals of heeling, sitting, down and recall when commanded to do so will be taught. Also, the use of markers and cues. Each student will be provided a copy of the AKC rules for Beginner Novice as well as Novice A with clear explanations of what can and cannot be allowed in the show ring. Students are to bring a 6 – foot long lead and a collar (ex: slip chain or martingale) as a proper leash and collar application will be discussed. - 0/7 Spots Filled 

 

Agility Basics with 1 Tunnel – Rachel Runge 

Wednesday Sept 11 - Oct 16 at 6:30 PM (9 Student Max)

In this 6-week course, we will use a single tunnel to build foundation skills that not only apply to tunnels on course, but will transfer to start lines, jumps, weave poles, contacts, etc.

The foundation skills required for this class are:

A dog that enjoys interactive play such as tugging will make this class easier than a dog that does not engage in interactive play. To begin each new skill, we will be using toys as lures. We will quickly progress to using the toy as a distraction and a reward. If your dog understands when to get the toy, when not to get the toy, retrieving “dead” toys and chasing you for the toy, you will do well.

Week 1 is a review of these skills as well as a test to see what might be missing in your foundations. If your dog lacks these skills, the first lesson will show you what you need to work on before you proceed with the rest of the class. - 0/9 Spots Filled 

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Novice – Rachel Runge 

Wednesday Sept 11 - Oct 16 at 7:30 PM (8 Student Max)

This class will focus on sequencing and handler cues.

Prerequisites: Contacts will be at full height. Dogs should be jumping at their full height. Fully trained weave poles are not required. Rachel suggests handlers take advantage of open ring time and online weave classes to continue training proofing. This class will prepare you and your dog to compete at the novice level. - 0/8 Spots Filled 

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Puppy Kindergarten – Karen Bos-Carey 

Thursdays Sept 12 - Oct 17at 6:30 PM (5 Student Min, 12 Student Max)

Prerequisites: Puppies must be a minimum of 12 weeks old and maximum of 5 months old. 

This class will teach the handler and the puppy basic obedience skills while also introducing the puppy to new things while building confidence. Puppies will have a chance to test for their S.T.A.R. Puppy at the end of the class. - 0/12 Spots Filled 

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Fundamentals For The Family Dog – Karen Bos-Carey 

Thursdays Sept 12 - Oct 17 at 7:30 PM (5 Student Min, 12 Student Max)

This class is for the dog/handler team with no previous experience or have taken Puppy Kindergarten. It’s a positive reinforcement class to learn basic skills like loose leash healing, sit, down, stay, and come. It’s for dogs 5 months old and older. Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Testing will be available to participants at no charge at the end of the class session. It’s also a great way to get a foundation for any direction you want to take your dog, whether that be competitive obedience, rally or anything else. It lays the foundation to be an amazing team! - 0/12 Spots Filled 

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Advanced Manners – Beth Jernberg 

Saturdays Sept 14 - Oct 12 at 9:00 AM (3 Student Min, 12 Student Max)

Prerequisites: Successfully completed the Fundamentals for the Family Dog class, or a Basic Obedience class.

This class is the next step beyond the Fundamentals for the Family Dog class, with a goal of solidifying obedience skills during distracting situations and applying socialization. If you are interested in volunteer service with your dog as a Therapy Dog Team, you can practice calm socialization with other dogs and humans, interacting with people who are using various medical equipment, and being greeted by a crowd of people. These are all normal therapy dog activities. - 0/12 Spots Filled 

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Please contact at Janet Bartosh at sekcclasscoordinator@gmail.com

with any questions.