STATEN ISLAND COMPANION DOG TRAINING CLUB, INC., 75 ELLIS STREET, STATEN ISLAND, NY 10307 718-948-2147
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Competition Agility

SICDTC hosts a few Agility Trials annually where handlers from all over the Tri-State area pay entry fees and pre-enter their dog to compete for titles and ribbons.  Please see our “Calendar View” page for additional information.

SICDTC has two top Agility instructors from the Tri-State area who teach our Agility classes from Beginner through Masters.  
​Agility classes are a progression of skills taught in order to be successful in sanctioned competition.  Skills like weave pole entries, rear crosses, front crosses, contacts, jumping, start lines stays are just few examples of what the dog needs to know.  The handler also needs to learn skills in order to accurately read a course and plan a winning strategy for their team.



Agility Classes

 In the Spring, Summer & Fall, all advanced level classes are taught outdoor at the
SICDTC AGILITY FIELD
​ (IN THE EVENT OF BAD WEATHER, THE CLASSES WILL BE HELD INSIDE AT SICDTC TRAINING HALL)
In the ​Winter Months Classes are held inside at the
SICDTC TRAINING HALL

Class descriptions & prerequisites are listed below.
PLEASE NOTE: NOT ALL CLASSES ARE OFFERED AT ALL TIMES.

Classes are 8 weeks unless otherwise noted
Fees: Non-Members: $185.00; Members: $125.00.  

​Drop-In Fees (if there is room) $30.00 Non-Members; $20.00 Members
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PLEASE NOTE-At this time NYC Covid Mandate REQUIRES proof of vaccinations and masks for all indoor activities ​

Monday Night Classes - Taught by Tinna Brown
6:00PM; Masters Skills Agility Class
7:15PM: Advanced Weaves (4 WEEKS)

To Register for Monday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at Klizsnyder@aol.com 

Tuesday Night Classes - Taught by Jo Lesko:
6:00PM: Masters Agility 
7:00PM: Advanced Foundations

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Wednesday Night Classes - Taught by Tinna Brown:
7:00PM: Masters Agility 

To Register for Wednesday night classes ONLY, contact Sue at 
Ozzy5130@aim.com 

Thursday Night Classes - Taught by Tinna Brown:
6:00PM  BEGINNER II Foundations Agility Class
7:00PM  Advanced Foundation Agility Class
8:15PM  Foundation Weave Pole Training Class (4 WEEKS)

To Register for Thursday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at Klizsnyder@aol.com 
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Agility Class Descriptions & Prerequisites

Puppy Foundation Agility/Beginner Agility

Introduction to all Agility equipment and the beginning of Agility Foundation Work will be taught at this level 

Prerequisite For Beginners:   Completion of Beginner Obedience I and II with a reliable recall, a stay command and control on leash .  Exceptions to this prerequisite may be considered if you have earned Advanced Agility Titles on prior dog(s), but this must be discussed with the Agility Director.  There is no prerequisite for the Puppy Foundation class.

Advanced Beginners/Pre-Novice:

This class continues to work on obstacle familiarity and proficiency and to build on the initial Agility Foundation work.

 Prerequisite:  Completion of Beginner Agility work

Novice Agility

This level is where the dog and handlers continue to build on their skills prior to competition.

Prerequisite: Dog and Handler must have completed all Beginner and Foundation Training.

​Open/Advanced Novice Agility

This level is where the dog and handlers continue to work on more advanced skills necessary to compete at the Novice and/or Open Level in actual trial events.

Prerequisite:  Dog and Handler must have completed all prior levels and be ready to compete.

Advanced Sequencing/Handling Skills

Running 2-3 sequencing per week, the class format allows significant time for one-on-one training with each dog and handler in the class to concentrate on the skills that need the most work for each particular team.

Prerequisite: Training/trialing at the Novice level and above

Sequencing/Handling Skills with Weaves and Contacts

Same as Advanced Sequencing and Handling, but will focus specifically on issues with Weaves and Contacts.

Prerequisite: Training/trialing at the Novice level and above

Excellent/Masters Agility 

This highest level is where the dog and handler are able to work on polishing their skills on advanced course work while competing in trials.

Prerequisite: Actively trialing at agility events at the Excellent/Masters Level


​Staten Island Companion Dog Training Club
75 Ellis Street, Staten Island, NY 10307    
​718-948-2147  
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  • Home
  • ABOUT US
    • Officers, Board & Chairs
  • CLUB CALENDAR
    • CLUB CALENDAR BY MONTH
    • AKC OBEDIENCE/RALLY TRIALS
    • NOSE WORK TRIALS
    • AGILITY & FastCAT TRIALS
  • Classes
    • Puppy Kindergarten
    • Beginner 1
    • Beginner 2
    • Agility for Fun
    • Rally
    • Agility
    • Obedience
    • Nose Work
    • Therapy Dog Training
  • FAQ
  • Members
    • Membership Benefits + Responsibilities
  • directions
  • Ring Rentals
  • Contact
  • Gallery
    • SuperStars
    • Photo Gallery
    • Video Gallery