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For more information on agility opportunities at Oriole, please call (410) 298-K9K9 or see our contact page for an appropriate e-mail address.
Regularly offered classes are as follows.
For prices and a current list of classes being offered, see the course
catalog:
| Class
Beginner Agility* |
Description
This course is designed to acquaint the dog/handler team with all of the obstacles used in agility. By the end of the class, teams will be expected to demonstrate confidence on all obstacles, know basic commands and handling techniques, and be able to correctly perform obstacles in simple sequences. |
Requirements
Obedience training (usually at a minimum level of Advanced Basic), and/or successful completion of a pre-eligibility evaluation session. Class limited to approximately 15 students. Dogs must be at least 12 months old. |
Length
12 wks |
| Intermediate Agility | his class is designed to enhance the skills presented in the Intermediate Class. It is designed for dog/handler teams to prepare for successful entry into the Level 1 class. There will be a special emphasis on weave pole performance and handling techniques. | Successful completion of Beginner Agility OR demonstration of skills comparable to Beginner Agility during an individually scheduled assessment. Call 410-298-K9K9 and leave a message in the agility mailbox to schedule an assessment. Class limited to approximately 12 students. | 12 wks |
| Advanced Intermediate Agility | In this course, dog-handler teams refine handling skills, increase obstacle sequences and develop competence in performing the weave poles | Successful completion of Intermediate Agility OR demonstration of skills comparable to Intermediate Agility during an individually scheduled assessment. Call 410-298-K9K9 and leave a message in the agility mailbox to schedule an assessment. Class limited to approximately 12 students. | 12 wks |
| Level 1 Agility | This course is designed to prepare the dog-handler team for competition at the entry level in each of the major agility organizations. Activities focus on increased handling skills, course analysis and performance of sequences at trial entry standards. | Successful completion of Intermediate Agility or demonstration of comparable levels of mastery at an individually scheduled assessment. | 12 wks |
| Level 2&3 Agility | The emphasis of this course is on refinement of handling techniques, problem solving, course analysis at the advanced level and performance at the middle and top standards of the major agility organizations. | Titling at the entry level of any of the major agility organizations. | 12 wks |
* - Please note that there can be a considerable wait-list for the beginner agility class. However, those successfully completing beginner agility may immediately enter the intermediate class.
Elective Classes
In addition to these classes, Oriole periodically offers a number of
agility elective classes covering specific training topics. See Schedules/Events
for details.
Agility Run-Throughs. Held on designated Friday nights (see below) from 7 - 9 pm. Registration begins at 7 pm and closes at 8 pm. An indoor competition agility course will be set up and numbered. Instructors will be present for assistance and to act as judges. The handler and dog will be allowed 4 min. to run the course. The 4 min. allows ample time for the course to be run several times, or for the handler to work on specific problems and seek assistance from the instructors. A-frame height can be adjusted to suit the needs of the participants. Fees: $7 for the first 4 min. and $5 for every 4 min. block thereafter.
See Schedules/Events for verification of dates
or go to the Agility
Run-Through web page.
Agility Trials (AKC, USDAA
and NADAC)
Oriole and it's agility arm, The
Artful Dodgers, sponsor several agility trials each year sanctioned through the AKC,
USDAA,
and NADAC. Please see our Schedule
of Events for the exact dates of our trials.