obedience classes

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Novice Obedience

Prerequisite: Beginner Level 2 or equivalent. If the previous classes are taken elsewhere the instructor may wish to evaluate your dog to ensure he/she is ready for this level.

Learn all the exercises required for the Novice class in CKC obedience trials. The rules and exercises are taught and you'll work to improve your skills and teamwork. 

Open - Level 1

Prerequisite: Novice or if previous classes are taken elsewhere the instructor may wish to evaluate your dog to ensure he/she is ready for this level.

You will be introduced to the CKC Open class exercises. Drop on recall, jumps and out of sight stays will be covered, but much of the focus will be on retrieving. 

Open - Level 2 

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Open Level 1 or a solid retrieve. if previous classes are taken elsewhere the instructor may wish to evaluate your dog to ensure he/she is ready for this level.

Continuation from level 1. The final steps of all exercises,  proofing and obedience trial rules will be covered.  If there are not enough students for both Open level 1 & 2, classes may be combined with instructors available to work with you at your level. 

Utility

Prerequisite: Successful completion of Open Level 2. If previous classes are taken elsewhere the instructor may wish to evaluate your dog to ensure he/she is ready for this level.

This class teaches the exercises needed in the utility class at obedience trials. 

Obedience Trial Ring Ready Class

Ready to head to the ring for a trial but need a little extra work? This class is for you! It runs for 6 weeks and helps you work out all the kinks before a trial. This class is taught by experienced instructors who trial on a regular basis and are knowledgeable on all CKC obedience trial rules. 

Obedience Working Group/Drop In

A working group open to anyone who wants to practice. There is a limit of 8 dog/handler teams/week. If 8 people commit to a 6 week set there will not be drop in spots available. Everyone participates as judge/ring steward/distractions etc.

Expect to stay for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.