Spring Class Schedule 2025
S.T.A.R Puppy Class
Due to high demand, Please note: Due to the demand, all S.T.A.R puppy classes must be paid for in advance.
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
April 16 – May 21
6 Weeks $120
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
Due to high demand, Please note: Due to the demand, ALL Basic Obedience classes must be paid for in advance.
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
April 16 – May 21
6 Weeks $120
Basic obedience skills are taught to help your dog be a valued member of the family
AKC Canine Good Citizen evaluation skills are introduced.
Skills include: leash respect, sit, down, come, leave it and much more
AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing will be offered periodically
Private lessons are available
SCENTWORK CLASSES:
Class Tuesday night 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
April 15 – May 20
6 Weeks $120
All levels accepted. Limit of 6
RALLY OBEDIENCE CLASSES:
Rally Excellent/Master
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday
March 3 – April 28
Next session May 5 – June 2
6 Weeks $120
Rally Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent
March 3 – April 28
Next session May 5 – June 2
6 Weeks $120
Rally Beginning/Intermediate
5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Monday
March 3 – April 28
Next session May 5 – June 2
6 Weeks $120
Rally Intermediate/Advanced/Excellent
7:00 p.m. -7:45 p.m. Monday
March 3 – April 28
Next session May 5 – June 2
6 Weeks $95
AGILITY CLASSES:
Renee Nauman-Diane Jones – Monday evening
Pre-Agility 1 Monday PM
Introduction to agility equipment
Pre Requirement – Puppy Basic, Rally or instructor permission
8:00 p.m. – 8:45 p.m. 45 minute class
March 3 – April 28
Next session May 5 – June 2
6 weeks $95
Ramona Cartwright – Monday Morning
Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Agility
Instructor: Ramona Cartwright
Monday 9:00-10:00 AM
6 Weeks: Mar 10, 17, 31, Apr 7, 21, 28 (no class Mar. 24, Apr 14)
$120
Ramona Cartwright is a very accomplished in agility training and 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
Instructor: Ramona Cartwright
Monday 10:15-11:15 AM
6 Weeks: Mar 10, 17, 31, Apr 7, 21, 28 (no class Mar. 24, Apr 14)
$120
Agility classes 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 and new skills to use in trials. Dogs must be familiar with the obstacles (not doing weaves is okay) and good around other dogs.
Karen Phillips – Tuesday evening
Intermediate/Advanced (class is full)
Instructor: Karen Phillips
Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
6 Weeks $120
April 15 – May 20
Running courses and preparing to compete.
Advanced Beginner /Intermediate
Instructor: Karen Phillips
Tuesdays 7:45 – 8:45 pm
6 Weeks $120
April 15 – May 20
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
Novice Class/Grad Novice
Instructor: Christy Thomas
Wed. 3:30 – 4:30 On going Class
6 Weeks
April 16 – May 21, 2025 $120 Class is Full
Thurs. 3:00 – 4:00 On Going Class
6 Weeks
April 3 – May 8, 2025 $120 Class is Full
Instructor permission is needed
Instructor permission is needed/Ongoing class
Skills taught will be directly related to those skills needed in the obedience ring, dog’s body awareness and confidence building. Preparation for Novice and Grad Novice: on and off leash heeling, recall, stays, intro to retrieving, ring preparation and proofing
Instructor Christy Thomas
Competition Puppy class (experienced competitive owners only)
Instructor Christy Thomas
Wed. 4:30 – 5:30 On Going Class
6 weeks
April 16 – May 21, 2025 $120 Class is Full
Instructor permission needed
Open Competition Obedience Class
Instructor: Christy Thomas
Wed. 5:30 – 6:30 On Going Class
April 16 – May 21, 2025 $120 Class is Full
Instructor permission is needed
Open, Grad Open and Utility
Instructor: Christy Thomas
Thurs. 4:00 – 5:00 On going Class
April 3 – May 8, 2025 $120 Class is Full
Instructor approval needed
Ongoing class Competition obedience skills preparation for competing in Grad Novice and Open. Confidence building, attention work, stays, basic jumping skills, heeling, recalls, retrieves as well as all other skills needed to compete in Grad Novice, Open and Utility.
Utility level skills will be introduced and built upon in preparation for competition at this level. Proofing of skills will be added as dogs progress. Instructor approval is needed and class size is limited.
PRIVATE Lessons Available:
COMPETITION OBEDIENCE LESSONS:
Novice, Open or Utility lessons available with problem solving, Polishing Skills, and Ring Preparation
Instructor: Christy Thomas
$60 an hour
E-mail: goldens4u@me.com
Christy and her current competitive dog, Beau-D, have consistently been in the top obedience rankings, competing in the 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 AKC National Obedience Championships. Christy placed 10th at the AKC National Obedience Championship (March 2015) and 11th at the 2016 NOC. She has three OTCH/UDX dogs and multiple High In Trial/High Combined and currently has earned 4 perfect 200 scores. She can help you through training issues and help polish you and your dog for the obedience ring.
HOUSEHOLD/PUPPY OBEDIENCE LESSONS AVAILABLE
If you want more individualized instruction with your new puppy or household training, private lessons may be the answer.
Instructor: Karen Phillips $60 an hour
No aggressive dog issues please-these will be referred.
Karen has extensive experience in assisting pet puppy issues.
Karen is also available for private Agility, Rally and Tracking lessons.
Leave a message for Karen at 440-967-3644 or e-mail goldens4u@me.com
Canine Sports Prices and Discounts:
Classes: Cost for 1 hour class is $120 for the
6 week session (one dog); $105 for the second dog or class in the same session**
(**only applies when both classes are the full price and 6 weeks in length)
45 minute classes are $95 no second dog discount
Drop in fees are $25 per class and at the discretion of the instructor
Building Rental starts at $25 per hour
Please note : there are no adjustments for classes missed.
Please make checks payable to:
Canine Sports LLC
For more information call: 440-967-DOGG (3644)