FALL Class Schedule 2026 

S.T.A.R Puppy Class 

 Due to the demand, all S.T.A.R puppy classes should be paid for in advance to secure your spot.

Please call 440-967-3644 and leave a message. You will receive a call back with information on the class availability for the current session. Classes run for a 6 week session.

We try to limit the class size to 8 puppies in the class.  We will keep a waiting list.
Please bring a copy of current shot records to first class.

Instructor: Karen Phillips
Wednesday, 6:45 – 7:45 pm
Aug. 26-Sept. 30, 2026
6 Weeks $120

Puppy classes are essential for young dogs, focusing on teaching basic obedience, socialization, and good manners in a supportive environment. These classes help puppies develop important skills while ensuring a positive experience for both the dogs and their owners.
An AKC S.T.A.R. puppy assessment will be given at the end each 6 week session to those who meet the requirements from the AKC.
Fun on the lowered and mini-agility equipment is included along with basic manners and socialization
* Socialization
* Training
* Activity
* Responsibility

Basic Obedience Class

 Due to the demand, ALL Basic Obedience classes should be paid for
in advance to secure your spot.

Please call 440-967-3644 and leave a message. You will receive a call back with information on the class availability for the current session. Classes run for a 6 week session.

We try to limit the class size to 8 puppies in the class.  We will keep a waiting list.
Please bring a copy of current shot records to first class.

Instructor: Karen Phillips
Wednesday: 8:00 – 9:00 pm
Aug. 26-Sept. 30, 2026
6 Weeks $120

A basic obedience class typically focuses on teaching essential commands such as sit, stay, come, and down, while also addressing common behavior issues like jumping, barking, and leash pulling. These classes often use positive reinforcement techniques to help build a strong bond between the dog and owner. Small agility equipment will also be introduced to build confidence.

AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing will be offered periodically

Private lessons are available

SCENTWORK CLASSES  (classes are full, waitlist available)

Beginner
Tuesday night 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Next session:  Aug. 25-Sept. 29, 2026
6 Weeks $120
All levels accepted. Limit of 6 Class is full, call for wait list

Advanced
Tuesday night 5:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Next session:  Aug. 25-Sept. 29, 2026
6 Weeks $120
All levels accepted. Limit of 6 class is full, call for wait list

RALLY OBEDIENCE CLASSES-Monday 

All levels of Rally classes are combined for a short session during summer.  Regular classes will resume on September 14, the week after Labor day.

Classes will be at 5:00 on July 27, August 10 and August 31.

AGILITY CLASSES:

Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Agility Monday Mornings
Instructor: Ramona Cartwright
Monday 9:00-10:00 AM
6 Weeks: 8/31, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/12, 10/19
$120

Ramona Cartwright is a very accomplished in agility training and competition. We feel very fortunate to have her here at Canine Sports.  Agility classes for the dogs who have been introduced to all of the equipment. Sequences will be put together. Dogs should have a good recall as they will be working the course off leash.

Intermediate/Advanced Agility Monday Mornings
Instructor: Ramona Cartwright
Monday 10:15-11:15 AM
6 Weeks: 8/31, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/12, 10/19

This agility class is for those dogs who are currently showing. This class is tailored to the dogs in the class. We work on what they need and have not been successful at along with new skills to use in trials. Dogs must be familiar with the contacts (not doing weaves is okay) and good around other dogs.

Pre-Agility – Monday Evenings

Instructors: Renee Neyman and Diane Jones
Introduction to agility equipment
Pre Requirement – Puppy Basic, Rally or instructor permission
Monday 6:30 NEW schedule is coming

Intermediate/Advanced Tues. Evenings
Instructor: Karen Phillips
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
6 Weeks $120
Aug. 25-Sept. 29, 2026

Students will run courses, improve handling skills and preparing to compete.

Advanced  Beginner /Intermediate Tues. Evenings
Instructor: Karen Phillips
Tuesdays 7:45 – 8:45 pm
6 Weeks $120
Aug. 25-Sept. 29, 2026

Pre requisite – Pre agility or instructor approval.  Focus of this class will be running sequences and courses in preparation of running trials. Also refining skills if a student is already running agility.

Competition Obedience Classes

Open and Utility Skills Wed. Afternoon
Instructor: Christy Thomas
6 wks $120
Sept. 16 – Oct. 21, 2026
Instructor permission needed.

Skills taught will include all skills necessary to compete in Open and Utility competition. Skills include, attention, on/off lead heeling, recalls, drop on recall, command discrimination, flat retrieve, retrieve over the high jump, broad jump and stand stay get your leash, as well as all utility exercises.

Beginner Novice/Novice Wednesday Late Afternoon
Instructor: Christy Thomas
Wed. 4:30 – 5:30  On Going Class
Sept. 16 – Oct. 21, 2026 6 weeks $120
Instructor permission needed
Skills include: body awareness, attention, heeling, on and off leash, figure 8, recalls, stays, stands and other skills needed to compete in the Beg. Novice or Novice ring.

Instructor: Christy Thomas
Wed. 5:30 – 6:30  On Going
Sept. 16 – Oct. 21, 2026

Novice Competition Obedience Thurs.  Afternoon
Instructor: Christy Thomas
Thurs. 3:00 – 4:00  On Going Class
Sept 17 – Oct. 22, 2026
6 wks. $120
Instructor permission is needed/Ongoing class

Skills taught will be directly related to those skills needed in the Novice obedience ring. Body awareness, confidence building and attention work. Skills taught include on and off leash heeling, figure 8, stand for exam, recall, sit and down stays, intro to retrieving, ring preparation and proofing. Open skills will also be introduced

PRIVATE Lessons Available: