Agility Foundations
Agility Foundations is a structured, confidence‑building class designed to introduce dogs and handlers to the core skills needed for future agility training. This class focuses on body awareness, focus, teamwork, and safe obstacle introduction while helping dogs learn how to work thoughtfully and confidently alongside their handler.
This class is suitable for a wide range of dogs and experience levels and does not require prior agility training. Foundational obedience skills are helpful but not required, making Agility Foundations an excellent starting point for teams interested in agility or looking to improve engagement, coordination, and communication.
In Agility Foundations, dogs are introduced to low‑impact agility equipment and exercises in a controlled, supportive environment. Emphasis is placed on safe movement, understanding obstacle concepts, and developing the ability to work through challenges without pressure or speed requirements. Each dog works at their own pace, allowing confidence and skills to develop gradually.
This class is especially beneficial for dogs who need confidence building, improved focus around distractions, or constructive outlets for physical and mental energy. Handlers learn how to support their dog’s movement, timing, and decision‑making while building clear communication and teamwork. Agility Foundations sets the stage for future agility courses while remaining valuable as a stand‑alone enrichment and skills class.
Build confidence, coordination, and connection through Agility Foundations.
Things You’ll Learn in Agility Foundations Classes
• Safe introduction to agility obstacles
• Jump commitment and stride awareness (low height work only)
• Jump crosses (front, back, blind, serps, and more)
• Intro to teeter
• Tunnel confidence and entry skills
• Weave poles
• Contact obstacle concepts using low equipment
• Body awareness and balance exercises
• Handler movement and positioning
• Effective cue timing and reward placement
• Working through mild distractions
• Building focus and engagement in motion
• Developing confidence without speed or pressure
Agility Foundations: Building Strong Skills from the Ground Up
Prerequisites
None
Age Requirements
None
Class Duration
Six sessions
Each session is 60 minutes in duration
Class Size
Maximum of 6 dogs
Minimum of 3 dogs required for class to run
Class Start
A minimum of three participants is required to run the class. If the minimum is not met, the class will be cancelled and all participants will be notified of the cancellation.
Availability
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Location
Precision K9 Training
411 W Main St
Ottawa, IL 61350
Total Cost
$162
Multi‑Dog Households
Multi‑dog households may qualify for discounted rates when dogs are enrolled together.