Tuesday, December 20, 2011

New Agility Classes Starting in Millstone NJ

Agility Class Schedule at Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel (Indoor/Heated/Matted)
23 Burnt Tavern Road, Millstone Twp, NJ 08510 • greenleafpetresort.com

The agility training area at The Green Leaf Pet Resort & Hotel 3,800 sq ft (free span) fully matted with Dog Agility Foam Mats (specifically designed for dog agility). This dog sport specific matting is installed over the same stress-free flooring that can be found throughout the entire facility. This adds cushioning and impact resistance as well as increasing the already great traction of this acclaimed agility footing. FMI on the matting visit (www.greatmats.com/products/dogagility.php). Our flooring is cleaned and sanitized every day to insure a healthy working environment for all of our clients. The agility facility boasts brand new Max200 (www.max200.com) agility and training equipment (all rubberized contact equipment). We have indoor, sanitized and climate controlled crating rooms for all dogs enrolled in classes, so there is no need to leave dogs in your vehicle or bring crates to classes if you are enrolled in more than one class, or with more than one dog. The facility also has multiple outdoor grass rings, fully fenced and lighted dedicated to agility, for use during spring, summer and fall.  Indoor restroom facilities as well as ample, paved and lighted parking areas make for a comfortable experience for both you and your dog(s) while taking our classes. This agility/training facility is not available for private ring rental of any kind. A 3,000 sq ft indoor aquatic center for exercise, recreation and relaxation, is currently under construction and is expected to be available for guests to enjoy by Mid 2012.
Monday Evenings Group Classes:
HANDLING FOR EXCELLENCE
Work with world class instructors to bring your agility skills to the next level  and achieve exceptional results 
Instructed by
Chris Ott-Parker
2x World Team Member, National Champion, USA EO Member (with 2 dogs) and Guinness World Record Holder For Dog Weaving
and 
Jessica Ajoux
AKC and USDAA Finalist and Podium Winner (with both large and small dogs) and Multiple year USA World Team Tryout Participant

Class Dates: January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 2012
Masters/Advanced Class #1: 6:00pm - 7:30pm 
Masters/Advanced Class #2: 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Class Limit (each class): 12 (2 groups of 6)
6 Week Class: $225
Class Description:
HANDLING FOR EXCELLENCE 
Nowhere in the country are two instructors with this level of experience and performance success offering a class where participants can work with BOTH instructors in the same class! This extended 90 minute agility class offers the participants the unique opportunity to work both a Standard AND a Jumpers course/sequence. The courses/sequences are specifically designed for the arena by a licensed agility Judge to insure accurate spacing and challenges. Each participant gets the opportunity to work a full 45 minutes with each instructor. The class is divided into two groups, with a 4’ solid privacy wall separating the two rings. The class participants are teamed according to competition and skill level to ensure that all dogs in each group are sharing class time with dogs of equal proficiency levels. Competition class levels for these classes are Masters/Excellent & Advanced/Open levels (dogs not currently competing at class level will need instructor approval before being accepted into classes). Limit: 12 working spots per class (split into two working groups, one group of no more then 6 working with each instructor at a time). 6 Weeks: $225.00 FMI and/or to reserve a working spot in any of our classes email: speedoggieagility@me.com
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Tuesday Evenings Group Classes
Instructed by
Frankie Joiris
World renowned animal trainer for cinema and television, international seminar presenter and author/columnist of many animal training publications. Specializing in agility and trick training, animal acting and behavior problem solving.
Class Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 2012
Introduction To Agility 5:30pm-6:30pm
Introduction To Agility 6:45pm-7:45pm
Obstacle Skills & Handling 8:00pm-9:00pm
Class Limit (each class): 8
6 Week Class: $175

Class Descriptions:
INTRODUCTION TO AGILITY
Two classes, one at 5:30pm-6:30pm and another at  6:45pm-7:45pm. Beat the winter doldrums and keep Fido from bouncing off the walls with cabin fever.  Agility class is the perfect way to have fun with your dog while learning the basic skills needed for this fast paced team sport you and your dog play together. This class is perfect for puppies and dogs of all ages starting out in agility. You’ll learn the fundamentals of the sport while giving your dog a great workout and you’ll both have a blast!6 Weeks: $175.00  Class Limit (each class): 8. FMI and/or to reserve a working spot in any of our classes email: speedoggieagility@me.com

OBSTACLE SKILLS & HANDLING
You’ve learned the basics of the sport, now you and your dog are hooked.  This is the class for teams who have already learned the basics of how to navigate agility equipment and are ready to take it up a notch.  This class incorporates a variety of fun games and exercises to polish up obstacle training and start developing the skills you and your dog need to run sequences and short courses.  Side changes (front and rear crosses), extension and collection cues, impulse control and more are covered in this fast paced class. 6 Weeks: $175.00 Limit 8 working spots. FMI and/or to reserve a working spot in any of our classes email: speedoggieagility@me.com
Detailed Class Description
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Thursday Evening Group Classes
Instructed by
Frankie Joiris
World renowned animal trainer for cinema and television, international seminar presenter and author/columnist of many animal training publications. Specializing in trick training, animal acting and behavior problem solving.
Class Dates: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 16 2012
Puppy & Young Dog Agility Skills 6:45pm-7:45pm
Advanced Skills & Sequencing 8:00pm-9:00pm
Class Limit: 8
6 Week Class: $175

Class Descriptions:
PUPPY & YOUNG DOG AGILITY SKILLS
This class teaches agility from the ground up with its focus on competition agility. skills  Introduce your puppy or young dog to the fundamental skills needed for a successful agility career.  The games and exercises in this class incorporate all kinds of flatwork to teach dogs handling and obstacle skills, as well as working on critical core strengthening exercise, balance, and body awareness. Class limit: 8. 6 week session: $175.00. FMI and/or to reserve a working spot in any of our classes email: speedoggieagility@me.com

ADVANCED SKILLS & SEQUENCING
A class for dogs who have gone thru our Puppy & Young Dog Agility Skills Class or dogs with previous training experience who fit into this class (instructor approval required) with its focus on competition agility skills. Lots more focus on handling, side changes, collection and extension exercises  as well as continued obstacle skills and advanced core strengthening exercises and balance work perfect for growing puppies and young dogs.  Class limit: 8. 6 week session: $175.00. FMI and/or to reserve a working spot in any of our classes email: speedoggieagility@me.com

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