Level 1  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

This class covers dog and handler footwork, targeting, ground board work, start-line stays, off-lead recalls, attention, introductory jumping skills, basic turns and other preliminary skills. Dogs must have prior Puppy and/or Beginners Obedience training. We recommend training your dog on a martingale-style collar, which may be purchased on the first night of class.

Level 2  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

• This class is designed to expose you and your dog to the fundamentals of agility.
• Dogs must take Level 1 prior to taking this course or be evaluated by a SOTC instructor.
• Introduction to the A-frame, Dog Walk, Teeter, Weave Poles, Open & Closed Tunnels, Table and various jumps.
• We will work on building your dog's confidence using AKC regulation obstacles.
• Work is done primarily on-lead using positive motivational techniques.
• Please see our Advancement Requirements for a detailed list of skills taught during this class and what is expected for advancement to the next level.

Jeff Boyer's Chihuahua, Chalupa

Level 3  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

• This class is designed to further develop your dog’s confidence on all obstacles and to set the groundwork for successful agility training.
• We will also work on fast, accurate contacts; developing proper jumping skills; sending to tunnels and the table; improving weave poles
• Dogs will begin off-leash work.
• Handler has Dog's attention a reasonable amount of time.
• Dog responds promptly to handlers recall.
• Dog is non-aggressive towards people and other dogs.

Level 4  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

• Level 3 is required prior to taking this course unless evaluated and approved by an SOTC instructor.
• This class will introduce you to the basics of handling.
• We will also continue to work contacts; proper jumping skills; sending to obstacles; and improving weave poles speed and accuracy
• Dogs should be comfortable completing 5-8 obstacle sequences.
• Start line stays and stays on table are encouraged.
• Dogs will work off-leash and should come within a reasonable amount of time.
• Handler has Dog's attention a reasonable amount of time.
• Dog responds promptly to handlers recall.
• Dog is non-aggressive towards people and other dogs.

Lorraine Moxham-Smith's Shelties, Cayden and Riley

Level 5  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

Susan Flower's Cocker, Boxter

Level 6  Register Now!
Class Fee $95*
Course Length 8 Weeks

• Level 5 is required prior to taking this course unless evaluated and approved by an SOTC instructor.
• Dog is able to complete open to excellent level courses (or equivalent).
• Dog responds to complicated handling techniques, both verbal and non-verbal.
• Dog successfully completes 12 upright weave poles both on- and off-side, independently with speed and drive.
• Dog works at a moderate distance.
• Dog works difficult obstacle entries (weaves included).
• Dog should be capable of competing at the Excellent AKC or equivalent.
• Dog is able to work reliably off-lead, under verbal control throughout the class.
• Dog pays attention to handler and not to the other dogs or people in the class.
• Dog is non-aggressive towards people and other dogs.