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Y2K9s
offers classes broken down into three main arenas:
Y2K9s offers a variety of classes in Companion Obedience, Competition Obedience, Agility and Flyball. Classes are taught by experienced trainers and the competition class instructors are active in their sports. For information about our instructors and class offerings, see our "Instructors" and "Classes Description" pages. Y2K9s uses Operant Conditioning in the form commonly known as "Clicker Training" as the basis for instruction at all levels and in all arenas. "Clicker Training" relies on positive reinforcement to teach desired behaviors and skills. Several veterinarians, including the Behavior Clinic at the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary School, refer people to us for training. Student-to-instructor ratios are intentionally kept small to permit individual attention. Family members are encouraged to attend together. Practical obedience is emphasized, with particular emphasis on the dog's attention to the owner and solid recall skills. In agility classes, the dogs move quickly to performing short courses and working off-lead while around other dogs.
Puppy Pre-School. For pups from 8-16 weeks of age, or slightly older for very small breeds, this class addresses issues specific to young puppies as well as teaching very basic good behaviors. Coming when called and not jumping up are emphasized.
Beginners Obedience. For dogs 4 months and older, this class teaches basic good manners: stays, coming, polite greeting and loose-lead walking.
Intermediate Obedience. This class will focus on polishing skills learned in Beginners Obedience class. Recalls & building drive, relationship & teamwork, drills that focus on left- and right-sided exercises, heeling (both sides) including footwork are examples of what may be covered in this class. Some Choose-to-heel and Rhythm heeling may be incorporated. The goal for this class it to use it as a stepping stone into further obedience training (including Rally) and/or agility. Dogs will be prepared to complete the Canine Good Citizen test if desired.
Competition Heeling for Rally – This course will emphasize on- and off-lead heeling, emphasizing teamwork and working on specific skills to enhance the competitor’s performance (fast and tight return to heel, straight recalls, etc.). Motivating games will be used. Each team will be able to practice the skills taught in a Rally environment
Canine Freestyle I. Like dancing with the stars--only better. Learn to dance around the floor with your best friend, incorporating stylish tricks. Canine freestyle is a fast growing competition sport enjoyed around the world. Even if you never aspire to taking your “show in the road,” teaching your dog some tricks and moves, and learning what goes in to making it look easy, is a great way to bond with your dog. It can improve focus and keep him or her active and happy. This class will focus on training of basic moves while also discussing music selection, choreography and more. Beginner dogs should have manners and be able to work in a group setting. Dog/handler teams with experience will be given more challenging exercises.
Recall and Off-Leash Work. The goal of this class is a strong recall and the ability to work off-lead in the face of distractions. No previous training is required but dogs must be under reasonable on-lead control and not agressive to dogs or people.
The agility classes at Y2K9s are perfect for active dogs and people who like to have fun learning. Our classes progress from basic obstacle performance to competition level course challenges that help prepare for competition. Our agility program builds great relationships between owners and dogs and provides the energy outlet for active pets. Y2K9s requires instructor approval for enrollment in the advanced agility classes.
BASIC AGILITY CLASSES: Agile Pups 1. For young puppies, younger between 3 and 9 months of age. Start your dogs off on a good foundation of skills needed for agility. This class will help you to build teamwork, drive and introduce some basic equipment such as tunnels (does not include jumping).
Introduction to Agility. This class is perfect for “first-timers,” dogs and handlers who have never tried agility. Basic introduction and familiarization to all equipment at low, safe heights and foundation work for off-lead control. This class is a fun, fast-paced overview of the sport. Pre Requisites: basic obedience and no aggression towards dogs or people.
Basic Agility Skills 1. Geared towards teams who intend on competing, this class covers the building blocks for a successful agility team. Foundation work for perfect contacts, mechanics of basic handling, motivation and focus. Learn the best uses for toy and food rewards. Clickers are introduced and used heavily to teach contact targeting. This is the “building block” course for all agility courses, especially contact & weave courses. Pre Requisites: (dog) off leash control, (handler) desire to pursue competitive agility.
Techniques for Running. Leave your dog at home for this class. It is for the human part of the team. You will learn techniques for improving your running style and will include proper warmup and cooldown drills as well as stretching techniques.
INTERMEDIATE AGILITY CLASSES: Handling Skills 1. You will learn the handling system taught at Y2K9s, with an emphasis of practicing this system over one and two-jump sequences. Pre Requisite: Basic Agility Skills 1.
Contacts & Weaves 1 & 2 – Multi Level . Contact and weave-pole training from the ground up. You will put to use the “board work” you learned in Basic Agility Skills 1. All contact equipment weave poles and table will be covered. Weave poles are taught using channels and 2x2 methods. Pre Requisite: Basic Agility Skills 1. For those who have already taken a C&W class, emphasis will be on “independent contact performance,” polishing weave pole performance, and introducing other obstacles and practice other entrances onto the contact equipment and/or weaves.
ADVANCED AGILITY CLASSES: Clean Run Course Skills Sequence Challenge. Short Agilty sequences from the popular book series. Students will be presented with Mutliple sequences challenging handling skills Prerequesite: must be able to perform all equipment full height and closed weaves.
Sequencing Skills 1. This course prepares teams for competition in AKC novice level. 8 -10 obstacle sequences utilizing all full-height equipment (12 weave-poles, may still use channel or wires). Improve handling skills and learn about "walking a course." Pre Requisites: dog performs all obstacles at full height and with no training aids (except channels or weave pole wires) and can run a sequence of 8 obstacles. Contacts & Weaves 2 and Handling Skills 2.
Sutherland Sequencing Skills. This course prepares teams for competition in AKC novice level. 8 -10 obstacle sequences utilizing all full-height equipment (12 weave-poles, may still use channel or wires). Improve handling skills and learn about "walking a course." Pre Requisites: dog performs all obstacles at full height and with no training aids (except channels or weave pole wires) and can run a sequence of 8 obstacles. Contacts & Weaves 2 and Handling Skills 2.
Sequencing Skills 2. This course will present more difficult sequencing challenges, preparing the team beyond the AKC novice level. 8 -10 obstacle sequences utilizing all full-height equipment (12 weave-poles). Pre Requisites: dog performs all obstacles at full height and with no training aids and can run a sequence of 8 obstacles. Sequencing Skills 1 or 1.5.
Sequencing Skills 3. This course will present more difficult sequencing challenges, preparing the team for open/excellent. Sequencing Skills 2.
Course Skills 3. Challenging courses each week, prepares dogs for Excellent and Masters level competition.
Course Skills 3 – Invitation Only. World-team courses will be presented in this high-level course.
Greenies - Getting Ready to Trial. For dogs that are almost ready to trial, this class helps the green handler find their way around a course. Learn how to find the best path, how to walk a course and plan your run. Weaves will not be included
Flyball 1 is a team relay game for dogs and their owners. It is noisy and fun, but requires serious training and eventually, a team commitment. It is not just exercise for a high-energy dog. If your dog can play ball anywhere, including in a crowd of other dogs, this game is for him. If you enjoy team sports competition, this game is for you. If your dog is not aggressive to other dogs and has a strong foundation of good behavior (solid recalls and good manners) this class is for both of you. If you have interest but aren't sure of any of the above requirements, please contact Deb Norman at normanland@comcast.net
Flyball 2 is a continuation of Flyball 1 and expands upon the skills taught in Flyball 1. Instructor approval needed for this class. Contact Deb Norman @ normanland@comcast.net
Disc Dog a fun, active class. Learn the basics or fine tune your skills of disc dog – where your dog learns to catch a flying Frisbee. This class is held outdoors in the grass plot near Mermaid Lane entrance
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