Agility Training
- Bring poo-bags and please pick up after your dog(s)
- Leave your dog(s) in the car until the session is ready to start
- Arrive promptly, and be prepared to set up or pack away equipment accordingly
- Ensure your dog is on a lead when you are not working on the equipment
- Please be considerate of other dogs and handlers; don't let your dog bark continuously or cause unwanted distractions
- No unsupervised practising on the equipment unless you have been given prior permission
- We do expect all dogs to have a good level of basic obedience and be reasonably well socialised. Aggressive or overly disruptive dogs may be asked to leave.
Taster Sessions
We occasionally hold Taster Evenings for anyone interested in learning competitive agility with us at All Four Paws. Please click here for more information.
Our Tuesday night training time is split into three seperate sessions.
Group One: Pre-Competition
This session runs from 8:00 - 9:00pm.
Handlers and dogs will be introduced to all the equipment, and dogs begin developing the skills for fast, independent and accurate completion of all obstacles. Handlers focus on consistent and clear cues, and begin to work on basic common sequences of obstacles.
Progression from this group is based on the individual team rather than the group as a whole. Every dog and handler works and progresses differently! When we feel you have a grasp of the basic elements of agility and your dog can complete all the equipment to a sufficient standard, you will be invited to join Group Two.
Group Two
This session runs from 8:00 - 9:00pm.
The training in this group is mainly focussed on sequencing, positioning, and timing, as well as developing the best way of working for both dog and handler. Handlers are encouraged to develop course walking skills, and to learn where different handling options may suit different dogs. We look at sequences and sections from competition course plans, and encourage everyone in this group to work to a strong competitive standard.
Again, progression from this group is based on the individual teams rather than the group as a whole.
Group Three
This session runs from 9:00 - 10:00pm.
This group works on a more informal basis, as the group trains itself, with the different experienced handlers within the group taking the lead on course design and instruction each week. The group considers a full agility course at least once a month, but also spends time working on shorter sequences and exercises.
If you can't make your normal or assigned session, please let us know and we'll do our best to accomodate you elsewhere.
One-to-One Sessions
If you are interested in a private one-to-one training session with any of our trainers, please speak to us on Tuesday and we will be happy to discuss options.