People with dogs from 12 months can join our introductory
classes where they work on building a fun/working relationship with the dog.
They are introduced to the very basic aspects of agility and control. This is
usually an 8-week course and booking is essential as this class is very much in
demand.
Introductory classes train on Monday from 8- 8.45pm
(exercise/warm up dogs 7.45pm)
Beginners
Our Beginner’s class is an 8-week course where dogs
(16 months and older) and handlers move a step up from the Introductory class. Obstacles
such as jumps, weave-poles, and lowered contacts are introduced together with agility commands and body language skills.
Beginner’s classes train on Mondays from 8.00 to
8.45 pm (exercise/warm up dogs 7.45pm)
Pre-Competitive
The Advanced Beginner classes are designed to help
the handlers finetune their handling skills with advanced training modules. The
dogs are introduced to the remaining agility obstacles such as the see-saw and the
crossover. All contact gear such as the dog-walk and A-frame are trained at
full height.Dogs stay in this class until they are at a level
where the dog and handler could compete. Some may be encouraged to participate
in elementary or jumpers competitions.
Pre-Competitive classes train on a Monday night
from 8.00 to 8.45 pm (exercise/warm up dogs 7.45pm).
Competitive
This class includes full courses that have most or
all of the different obstacles as well as short handling modules. At this level
dogs are ready to compete at shows. The classes are split into groups according
to the competitive ability of the dogs.
Competitive classes train on Monday nights from 7
to 8pm (set up from 6.30pm).
Show Class
Our Show class, which proves to be very popular,
prepares and hones the skills of competing dogs and handlers. It is designed
for those dogs who are currently competing in any level at championship
events. Classes include a set structured short modules with an instructor. Competitors are also encouraged to set up other modules or equipment that they would
like to practice. Often sequences from recent shows are revisited.
Show classes train on Wednesday night (during the
show season) from 7.00 pm, excluding the last Wednesday of the month, which is
our CCATS committee meeting night.
Sign up now!
Learning agility is a wonderful way to bond with your dog while having fun, getting some
exercise (for you and your dog), engaging your dog's mind, and socializing with like-minded people and canines. We are an agility-only
club and, what’s more, we’ve been doing it for over twenty years! We
have the right resources, the right people to take care of you and your
dog's agility needs. Our goal is to make agility training fun for both
you and your dog and to provide the training in a positive and relaxed
atmosphere.
So whether you want to learn to compete in shows or you'd simply like to challenge yourself and your dog in a fun sport, give us a call on (03) 377 1774 or email us at info@ccats.co.nz and find out how to join!
