The Art of Collection – Teaching Dogs to Turn – Kris Seiter – Sunday, August 2 – Morning

Description: Collection is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—skills in agility. Many dogs slow down, but few truly collect. This seminar focuses on the mechanics of collection and how it influences jumping, turning, efficiency, consistency, and injury prevention. Teams will learn how to create better turning mechanics, improve jumping performance, and build collection skills that transfer directly to competition.

Topics Covered:

• What collection really is
• Stride regulation and jump approach
• Collection versus deceleration
• Turning mechanics
• Verbal collection cues
• Improving jumping efficiency and bar success

Prerequisites: Dogs must be fully jump-trained and sequencing comfortably. Suitable for Open through International-level teams. Particularly beneficial for dogs with wide turns, inconsistent takeoff points, or bar issues.

Members $155, non-members $170. Limit 7 per group.
Auditors $50 for members/$60 for non-members.
To audit, please email the registrar to request a spot.

Registrar: Mary Grace Buckwalter

Email Mary Grace with questions about registration.

Questions?

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