K9X Agility Training Classes

* Beginners classes begin Feb. 24 and Feb. 27. Distance class time changes Feb. 27. Until then, it is at 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.

Class Descriptions

Beginners

This class is for dog/handler teams that are new to the sport of agility. Dogs will be off-lead for part of each class, so dog should be obedient off-lead. Dogs will be taught each of eight basic obstacles of agility.

New classes start quarterly. Call for information.

If you have any questions about this class, please contact Jaime.

Intermediate

This class is for dog/handler teams that have completed the Beginner Class. Obstacles will now be grouped so that dog/handler teams work mini-agility courses as they learn more about the sport. The Intermediate class is sometimes split into two levels based on the ability of the team and length of training.

Show Preparation

This class is for dog/handler teams that have completed the beginner and intermediate classes and can run a course of 15 to 20 obstacles off-lead.

This class is designed to get the team ready for Novice level trials. Rules of AKC, USDAA, and NADAC will be discussed.

Advanced

This class is for dog/handler teams who have earned a Novice agility title, and who are competing above the Novice level in agility trials.

Distance

This class is for teaching dogs to work at a distance from the handler. It will prepare the dog/handler team for classes such as Gamblers and Chances. Dog/handler teams at all levels of ability are welcome to attend.

Games Night

This is not a true "class", as it is open to dog/handler teams who can sequence obstacles. Games that are set up include Regular/Standard, Jumpers (with and without weaves), Chances, Gamblers, Snooker, Tunnelers, Hoopers, Weavers, Touch & Go, and more.

Weather Cancellation Policy

Austin K9 Xpress Agility classes may be canceled due to extreme or unsafe weather conditions, such as rain, lightning, snow, ice, and extreme heat. Instructors, when possible, will post a cancellation notice to the club list.

Heat cancellations: If, at two hours before class time, the temperature or heat index is 100ºF or above, classes will be cancelled.

For information on field temperature, the training instructors will refer to the following website: http://www.wunderground.com/cgi-bin/findweather/getForecast?query=78748. When there is a question of class being cancelled due to heat, students should refer to this website, to confirm if the temperature or heat index has reached the cancellation point (100ºF). Club members are also encouraged to refer to this website when planning to practice at the Wikazri field during hot days. Due to the weather station's proximity to the field, it is a more accurate reference for field conditions than Camp Mabry and Bergstrom weather stations.

Class Schedule