For dogs that are new to agility or have had limited exposure to agility. Focus will be on teaching the foundation skills necessary for proper obstacle performance and jumping skills. Dogs will be introduced to tunnels/chutes, low jumps, ladder work and a lowered dog walk, and the table. Concepts such as targeting and shaping will be introduced to aid in teaching proper contact performance. Dogs must know sit, down, stay, and come with distractions. Please bring a leash, special treats, and a favorite toy.

*Please note:  All dogs signing up for Beginner Agility I must have completed Boom Towne's Simply Basic and Advanced Pet Training Classes or equivalent and get permission from the instructor.  Any questions please contact us at training@boomtowne.com or 585-398-3647.

Instructor:   Hal Perera (thursdays), Patti Pacquin (saturdays)

Cost: $90/6-week session

For dogs who have completed Agility I. In this class, handlers will continue to develop proper contact performance with lowered dog walks and A-frames. Dogs will be introduced to the weave poles as well as a very low see-saw. Handlers will also begin learning front and rear crosses on jumps and short, simple obstacle sequences. Emphasis will be placed on the practice skills necessary to move on to more advanced classes.

Instructor: Hal Perera (thursdays), Patti Pacquin (saturdays)

Cost: $90/6-week session

Beginner Flyball: Handlers will learn the fundamentals of the sport of flyball--dog-relay racing!  In this beginning class, fundamentals include jumping hurdles, triggering a spring-loaded box to release a tennis ball, and learning the basics of a proper swimmer's turn.  By the end of this session, we'll be putting everything together for a complete run.

Intermediate Flyball:  The intermediate session will build upon the skills learned in Beginner Flyball.  Sessions will focus on fine-tuning the swimmer's turn, increasing the motivation to and from the flyball box and completing the full run.  Additionally, Handlers and dogs will start working on team-building skills.

Instructors:  Kathy Allen and Eleanor Rideout and the 2 Fast Fur U Flyball Team  

Cost:  $75/6-week session

For dogs who have completed Agility I and II (or with prior approval from the instructor). This class will focus on raising contacts and closing weave poles while still performing the obstacles properly and safely. Handlers will learn to refine front and rear crosses on jumps, as well as adding these concepts to tunnels and contacts. Other handling maneuvers such as go, out, left and right turns will also be introduced along with longer obstacle sequences designed to help practice these concepts. This class can be repeated until dogs meet the standards set for the next class.

Instructors: Hal Perera

Cost: $90/ 6-week session

For dogs who have accomplished the goals of the Advanced Beginner class. This class will prepare dog/handler teams for Novice level competition classes. Focus will be on raising contact obstacles to full regulation height and closing the weave poles. Weave pole entrances will be practiced and handlers will continue to refine various handling maneuvers on all obstacles. Emphasis will be placed on increasing speed while maintaining accuracy and contact criteria. This class can be repeated until dogs meet the standards set for the next class.

Instructor: Mary Jo Johnson or Patti Paquin

Cost: $90 (tax inlcuded) / 6 week class

For dogs that are competing or are ready to start competing at the Novice level (or its equivalent). Skills taught will include course strategy, perfecting front crosses and rear crosses, contacts, weave entry, verbal cues and other advanced handling maneuvers. Please bring a crate, toys and yummy treats.

Instructor: Hal Perera

Cost: $90 (tax included)/ 6 week class

For dogs who are competing in the excellent level of agility (or its equivalent in another venue).  The focus of this class is on perfecting the timing of your handling with your dog in mind.  We will be analyzing and running advanced courses working on finding the best line for your team.  This class is perfect for a team that wants to increase their yards per second, tighten turns and learn complex courses.  All dogs must be crated when not working or warming up.  Please bring a tug toy and soft treats.

Instructor: Mary Jo Johnson

Cost: $90 (tax included)/ 6 weeks

Emphasis will be on how to develop the best course plan for you and yuor dog.  There will be critique of course handling/skills and tips for improving your handling techniques. Topics to be discussed will be:  "Why plan A work or not work for you?", How will you plan differently for running course B?"

Pre-Requisite:  Dogs must be trialing or training at the Open/Excellent Level and know how to perform all of the obstacles.

Instructor:  Julie Symons

Dates:  May 11th, June 15th, July 13th, and August 10th from 7:00-9:00PM  (Classes may be held indoors or outdoors depending on weather)

Cost:  $30/class or $100 for all 4 classes

Come and learn how to play the CPE games!  This class will cover the rules of the games classes offered at CPE (Canine Performance Event) trials:  Jackpot, Snooker, Wildcard and Colors.  Students will learn the rules of all the games and how to plan a handling strategy for each game.  In addition, we will focus on some of the skills required that are unique to each game:  distance work, handler focus and discrimination.  Each week we will practice a sample course from each game, with emphasis being given to Snooker and Jackpot, the more difficult games to master.   

Instructor:  Jacquelyn Johnson

Cost:  $60/4 week class.