Galloping Dog Agility and Flyball Club offers a variety of classes for those interested in learning these exciting dog and handler sports.
Classes offered by GDAC typically run in eight week sessions. We offer classes seasonally in the Winter (Jan/Feb), Spring (Mar/Apr), and Fall (Sep/Oct). Summer classes are sometimes offered as well. We offer multiple levels of classes from just starting to advancing competition skills.
GDAC classes are instructed by members of our club volunteering their talents, experience, and enthusiasm!
FORE MORE INFORMATION ON CLASSES PLEASE EMAIL
classes@gallopingdog.com OR steadmab@aol.com
Click here for Class Registration Form
Click here for Club Membership Form
Checks should be made payable to GDAC and all paperwork should be mailed
to:
GDAC
Carol Steadman Class Coordinator
100 Churn Road
Bozeman, MT 59715
(406) 585-3049
If applying for membership (optional) at the same time as registering
for a class, send a separate check for membership fees.
TEA CUP AGILITY –
Starts May 23 and meets for
6 weeks.
(8 + people max
at instructor’s discretion)
Date/Time:
Sunday’s 5-6 p.m.
Instructor:
Tere
Age of Dog:
6 mo. or older
Instruction:
This 60 minute class is for any dog 17” or smaller.
Prerequisites:
Dogs 6 mo. of age or older.
Must have completed a prior agility class.
Goals for Class:
·
Further develop handling skills on teacup spaced equipment
·
Perform multiple obstacles in sequence
·
Further dog’s confidence of equipment performance
Required: Proof of
rabies vaccination – must accompany registration or be on file with GDAC
Cost:
6 week session - $65
($52 for GDAC members)
FLYBALL -
Starts May 17 and meets for 6 weeks
Date/Time:
Monday nights from 7-8PM
Instructor:
Anne Dixon
Age of Dog:
6 mos. and older.
Description:
Flyball is an exciting relay team sport. Each team consists of 4
dog/handler partnerships. The handler sets their dog up to
run down a lane which consists of 4 jumps ending with a spring loaded
box. The dog must jump all four jumps, hit the box which shoots a
ball into the air, catch the ball, turn and run back over the four
jumps. As soon as the first dog crosses the start/finish line, the
next dog on the team is sent down to get its ball. There are two teams
competing against each other and points go to the team that finishes the
relay the quickest. If you like a fast action, high energy sport,
this just may be up your alley!
Required:
Proof of rabies vaccination – must accompany registration.
Cost:
6 week session - $65 ($52 for GDAC members)
PRE-AGILITY – No Class offered during Summer Session. Next class in the Fall Session.
BEGINNER I AGILITY – Starts May 18 and meets for 6 weeks
(6+ people max.
at instructor’s discretion)
Date/Time:
Tuesday nights from 7-8 PM
Instructor:
Sandy McCarl
Age of Dog:
8 mos. or older
Instruction:
This 60 minute class will be for dogs and their handlers who have
successfully completed Pre-agility, or who have the approval of the
instructors for this class. Class will consist of foundation work in
basic agility, with all dogs being able to safely perform all obstacles
at lower heights, gradually moving toward performing on regulation
height obstacles safely.
Prerequisites:
·
Dog eight months of age or older
·
Good handler/dog working relationship (e.g., recall, stay, sit, down)
·
Walk on leash without pulling
Goals for Class:
·
Safely use all equipment at full height (exception: maximum of 12 inch
jumps)
·
Dog and handler complete a short sequence of obstacles with dog off
leash
·
Handler demonstrates reliable method of training contact performance
·
Dog demonstrates self control
·
Dog is comfortable spending short periods of time in a crate
·
Dog comes when called
·
Dog will sit stay for 30 seconds
Required:
Proof of rabies vaccination on file.
Handler 18 years or older.
Completion of Pre-Agility
or proof of other obedience training.
Cost:
6 week session - $65 ($52 for GDAC members)
BEGINNER II
AGILITY – Starts May 20 and meets for 6 weeks
(6+ people max.
at instructor’s discretion)
Date/Time:
Thursday nights from 7-8PM
Instructor:
Anne Dixon
Age of Dog:
1 year or older
Instruction:
This 60 minute class will be for dogs and their handlers who have
successfully completed Beginner I agility, or who have the approval of
the instructors for this class. Class will consist of continuing
education in basic agility, with all dogs being able to safely perform
most obstacles at regulation height. More complex handling will be
taught, working towards competition (if desired).
Last week of class will be graduation and a mini trial.
Prerequisites:
·
Attainment of goals of Pre-Agility and Beginner I classes
·
Ability to be confined in a crate or ex-pen for moderate periods of time
·
Dog focused enough to complete a six-obstacle sequence proficiently
Goals for Class:
·
Dog correctly enters and completes six weave poles with 75% efficiency
·
Handler demonstrates effective front, blind and rear crosses
·
Dog and handler complete a 12 to 16 obstacle novice course proficiently
at appropriate jump heights at instructor’s discretion
·
Dog can demonstrate a start line stay
Required:
Proof of rabies vaccination on file. Completion of Beginner I.
Cost:
6 week session - $65 ($52 for GDAC members)
Checks should be made payable to GDAC and mailed along with registration form and proof of rabies vaccination to:
GDAC
C/O Carol Steadman
100 Churn Road
All forms and payment are due to Carol prior to the first day of class. You will receive an email confirmation and further information upon registration. Please contact Carol at (406) 581-3921 or steadmab@aol.com with any questions.
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