12:00pm: Beginner-Novice Skills  

This class is for dogs and handlers newer to the fun sport of agility, and have completed the Intro to Agility classes 1 & 2. We will continue to work the obstacles individually, making sure that your dogs feel confident on the equipment and have the correct performance. Plan on rewarding often, bring toys that you can hide treats in, and tug toys as well.

Class arrival time: 11:45am

Enrollment opens  Saturday 12/3, at 8:00am. Please allow several days for me to send the confirmation emails.

You can sign up for one or both dates: PLEASE SPECIFY WHICH DATE(S) YOU CAN ATTEND:

December 10th

December 17th

Cost per dog per Sunday class: $25/GVDC members, $30/non-GVDC members (please bring cash or a check to the park)

*GVDC Membership Information: https://www.goletavalleydogclub.org/about/
*All classes take place at Girsh Park in Goleta, behind Costco:  https://www.goletavalleydogclub.org/practices/
*Payment for the class session is due on the first day of the session, checks are made out to “GVDC”
*Dogs showing aggression towards people or other dogs will be asked to leave

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Our Class Policies and Protocols have changed due to the COVID-19 situation, Please Read All of the Information Below Carefully. 

1) Anne’s Sunday Agility classes will be limited to 8 working teams per class.
2) Crates/Ex-Pens are required for the classes at 9:00am, 10:30am, and 12:00pm; Strongly encouraged for 1:30 & 2:45pm
3) Please bring shade, water, treats, toys, and dog poop bags for your use while at the park
4) Please do not attend GVDC classes/events if you are not feeling well or if you or any immediate family members are exhibiting signs of COVID-19, RSV, the flu, etc.

*Per GVDC club policy, dogs in Agility classes must not be aggressive towards other dogs or people, and under control of their handler at all times.*

For all Agility Classes, please bring with you each week:
Your dog on a flat buckle collar or front-clip harness. Bring a variety of delicious meaty treats for your dog, water and a bowl, a chair for yourself, shade for your dog, clicker, 4 or 6 foot leash (no flexi’s please), and ideally a crate or pen for your dog.  Please bring a toy or two that your dog really enjoys, to use as a reward throughout the class.

For a dog that is not yet motivated by toys or for a pup that needs some cool new ones, please look at the treat pouches lined with bunny fur and fleece and other creations, made by our own Linda Keating.  Linda is often at classes and can be reached via email at 44linda@cox.net , and you may be able to purchase from her at Girsh Park:   http://kibatoys.com/main.sc