Competition Agility
SICDTC Agility Field at Sunset
Photo by Marge Larsen
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 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.
Please see our “Calendar View” page for additional information.
SICDTC has 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
IMPORTANT NEWS! Please read
SICDTC Regrettably informs you that we are forced to make modest price increases, for the first time in several years. These will take effect on Oct 1, 2022. Considering the increase of prices in general these days, we found that we did not have any other choice. We know that our wonderful instructors and classes will continue to offer you and your dogs terrific opportunities for bonding, learning, competition, and FUN. See you in class!
Fees: Non-Members: $185.00; Members: $125.00.
Drop-In Fees (if there is room) $30.00 Non-Members; $20.00 Members
Rate increase for classes starting Oct 1, 2022
Fees: Non members $215 Members $145
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Masks Optional
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RUGBY-Trudy Wisner
Monday Night Classes - Taught by Jo Lesko: (start September 26)
8 week Session:
7:00PM: Foundations
8:00PM: Novice/Open
To Register for Monday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at agilityregistrarks@sicdtc.info
Tuesday Night Classes - Taught by Jo Lesko:
8 week Session:
7:00PM: Novice/Open
8:00PM: Excellent/ Masters
To Register for Tuesday night classes ONLY, contact Donna at agilityregistrardp@sicdtc.inf
Thursday Night Classes - Taught by Carol Mount
8 week Session:
6:00PM: Novice/Open
7:00PM: Excellent/Masters
8:30PM: Foundations
To Register for Thursday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at agilityregistrarks@sicdtc.info
8 week Session:
7:00PM: Foundations
8:00PM: Novice/Open
To Register for Monday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at agilityregistrarks@sicdtc.info
Tuesday Night Classes - Taught by Jo Lesko:
8 week Session:
7:00PM: Novice/Open
8:00PM: Excellent/ Masters
To Register for Tuesday night classes ONLY, contact Donna at agilityregistrardp@sicdtc.inf
Thursday Night Classes - Taught by Carol Mount
8 week Session:
6:00PM: Novice/Open
7:00PM: Excellent/Masters
8:30PM: Foundations
To Register for Thursday night classes ONLY, contact Kristine at agilityregistrarks@sicdtc.info
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
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