Canine High Jinks Training
Clear. Kind. Fun.
About Whitney
Approach to Training
As an instructor, Whitney brings a unique skill set to agility instruction, combining 15 years of experience in the sport with over a decade in corporate and non-profit training and development. Whitney sets students and dogs up for success by teaching with and instilling a growth mindset in the human side of the team and starting dogs off with a solid foundation in learning how to learn, earn rewards, and enjoy the game of agility.
Have a question for Whitney? Email her at: chjtraining@gmail.com
Current Schedule
Monday
Battle Ground, WA
Indoors on dirt. Three students required to hold the class
9:30 AM Competition FULL
10:30 AM Pre-Competition 2 spots
11:30 AM Pre-Competition FULL
1:30 PM Young Dog Skills 2 spots
2:30 PM Competition 1 spot
Wednesday
Battle Ground, WA
Indoors on dirt. Three students required to hold the class
1:00 PM Intro to Equipment 1 spot
2:00 PM Intro to Sequencing FULL
4:00 PM Competition FULL
5:00 PM Pre-Competition 1 spot
6:00 PM Intro to Sequencing FULL
7:00 PM Adult Dog Foundation 1 spot
Tuesday
Battle Ground, WA
Indoors on dirt. Three students required to hold the class
3:00 PM Young Dog Skills FULL
4:00 PM Pre-Competition 1 spot
5:00 PM Pre-Competition 1 spot
Thursday
Batt Ground/Castle Rock, WA
Indoors on turf
5:00 PM Pre-Competition 2 spots
6:00 PM Competition 2 spots
COST:
Classes run 6 weeks for $200.
Get Started in Classes
If you see a class listed above that you think maybe a good fit for you and your dog and has spaces listed, fill out the sign-up form.
If you see a class listed above that you think maybe a good fit for you and your dog and is listed as FULL, fill out the form to be added to the waitlist.
If you are brand new to agility and looking for an adult or puppy foundation class, please fill out the form to be added to the waitlist. I will contact you to confirm interest and answer any questions you may have. I will start a new class once enough people have signed up.
Class
Descriptions
01
Foundation
AGE: Over 3 months
Prerequisite: none
This is an introductory class for dogs new to agility. The focus is on building engagement, drive and motivation in distracting environments through positive reinforcement strategies. Dogs will “learn how to learn” through body awareness and other exercises that will set them for success in their agility career. This class is appropriate for new agility teams and dogs three months and up. Typically, I try to group puppies 12 months and younger into a Puppy Foundation class.
02
Young Dog Skills
AGE: Roughly 8 - 14 months
Prerequisite: Puppy Foundation or Instructor Approval
This class introduces the concept of working through sequences and various drills. There will be a heavy focus on building understanding and skill regarding handling concepts and choices. This class is appropriate for dogs that are familiar with jumps and tunnels, working on the teeter, but are too young to work on weaves or more than short sequences. This class content changes with the age of the dogs in class.
03
Intro to Equipment
AGE: Over 14 months
Prerequisite: Foundation or Instructor Approval
This class introduces dogs to all agility equipment, with a focus on contacts and weaves, and types of jumping efforts. Towards the end of the course short sequences and handling concepts will also be introduced. This class is appropriate for dogs that can work off leash around distractions and are 10 months or older.
04
Intro to Sequencing
AGE: Over 14 months
Prerequisite: Intro to Equipment or Instructor Approval
This class introduces the concept of working through sequences and various drills. There will be a heavy focus on building understanding and skill regarding handling concepts and choices. This class is appropriate for dogs that are familiar with all the agility equipment and are at least 14 months of age.
05
Pre-Competition
AGE: Over 14 months
Prerequisite: Intro to Sequencing, Six Weave Poles or Instructor Approval
This class focuses on working through full courses, introducing various agility games, and understanding how to maximize the skills you and your dog have as a team on course, while continuing to build on areas of weakness. This class is appropriate for dogs who can already complete six straight weave poles and are at least 14 months of age.
06
Competition
AGE: Over 15 months
Prerequisite: Pre-Competition, 12 Weaves Poles, or Instructor Approval
This class focuses on working through increasingly complex courses. It is appropriate for dogs who can complete 12 straight weave poles and are at least 15 months for age.
IMPORTANT NOTE: It is very common to repeat classes at the same level multiple times before moving on to the next level.
COST: Classes run 6 weeks for $200.
Private Instruction
There are many reasons to choose private instruction: your dog may not be ready for group classes, you want to work on a specific skill or obstacle, or your schedule is not conducive to regular class sessions. Private instruction can be arranged at any of my regular teaching locations, or at my outdoor field.
Cost
30 minutes - $65
60 minutes - $100
Package price*
Pre-pay for a package of four lessons
30 minutes - $225
60 minutes - $360
*Package lessons expire six months after purchase date.
Online Coaching
This option works well for those with regular access to equipment, but whose location or schedule may preclude taking regular group classes. Must be comfortable recording, editing and sending video of your training sessions.
Cost
$150 monthly
This includes:
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Weekly lessons of 3 exercises or 2 courses
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Two video reviews/response per week.
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$10 discount on private lessons