When and Where are Classes Offered?

Three class sessions occur during the year: Fall (Sep-Nov), Winter (Jan-Mar), Spring (Apr-Jun).  Open-to-the-public Puppy and Beginner classes are offered each session.  Advanced obedience and agility offering will vary by session. All instructors are experienced trainers and IDTC members who volunteer their time and expertise.  Classes are held at the Livestock Judging Pavilion on the Cornell University campus.

Classes Open to the Public & IDTC Members

¨      Puppy – Description at http://www.ithacadogtrainingclub.org/page12.html

¨      Beginner I – Description at http://www.ithacadogtrainingclub.org/page13.html

¨      Beginner II – Continues strengthening skills from Beginner I.  Prerequisite: Beginner I

IDTC Members-Only Classes

¨      CGC (Canine Good Citizen) – Prepare for and earn AKC Canine Good Citizen Certification.

¨      Agility I – For those dogs and handlers with a foundation in obedience who want to learn about and train for the exciting sport of canine agility.  Prerequisite: CGC certification or training director permission.

¨      Agility II– Prerequisite: Successful completion of Agility I.

¨      Agility Advanced Handling – Get ready for summer trialing with a multiple-MACH level handler (Pepi Leids).  Enrolled handlers/dogs must be currently trialing.

¨      Sharpen Your Heeling – For handlers at all levels (pre-novice to utility).  Work on the fundamentals, solve your problems with an OTCh level trainer/handler (Bruce Coleman).  Single night working (with your dog) session.

¨      Beyond Beginner Rally (3 Wk Mini-Session) – For either dogs or handlers that have completed a beginner rally obedience course.  Continue sharpening fundamental exercises and handling techniques, then put it all together in rally course settings.  .

¨      TBA – (3 Wk Mini-Session)

How Can I Become a Member and Enroll in Advanced Obedience & Agility Classes?

¨      If you’re a beginning handler and complete the Beginner I and Beginner II classes with your beginning dog, you’ll automatically be invited to apply for membership.

¨      If you’re working with a dog that’s had some previous training, or you’re an experienced handler working with an experienced dog, you may apply to the training director for a private evaluation/consultation.  If we concur that you would best benefit from participation in advanced level instruction we’ll invite you to apply for membership.

¨     Our goal is to involve as many area dog enthusiasts as possible.  If you’ve still got questions about classes and/or membership, please contact the training director.