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Merrimac Dog Training Club



Daytime Classes

Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (KR) (Members Only)

$120

with Kathy Routten

Calendar Jul 8, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class includes abbreviated Excellent/Master level Standard and Jumpers with Weaves courses with emphasis on the performance requirements of each obstacle and the handling necessary to move between them.

Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.

Prerequisites: Dogs/handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.

Full Course

Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (KR) (Non-member)

$122

with Kathy Routten

Calendar Jul 8, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class includes abbreviated Excellent/Master level Standard and Jumpers with Weaves courses with emphasis on the performance requirements of each obstacle and the handling necessary to move between them.

Note: Students are expected to help setup and break down equipment at the beginning and end of each class.

Prerequisites: Dogs/handlers must have successfully completed MDTC’S Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.

AKC Competitive Obedience - Problem Solving Class (MG) (Members Only)

$120

with Meredith Garrett

Calendar Jul 8, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is designed for obedience competitors who wish to ultimately show at the higher levels of this sport.

Prerequisites: Handlers must have titled any dog at the CD level. Dogs entered in this class must have a  CD title, OR be evaluated by the instructor/training director before signing up for the class. Dogs must have a solid recall.

Note: Students are expected to help set up and break down class equipment.

Full Course

AKC Competitive Obedience - Problem Solving Class (MG) (Non-member)

$122

with Meredith Garrett

Calendar Jul 8, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is designed for obedience competitors who wish to ultimately show at the higher levels of this sport.

Prerequisites: Handlers must have titled any dog at the CD level. Dogs entered in this class must have a  CD title, OR be evaluated by the instructor/training director before signing up for the class. Dogs must have a solid recall.

Note: Students are expected to help set up and break down class equipment.

AKC Rally - Advanced/Excellent/Masters (YW) (Members Only)

$120

with Yolanda Williamson

Calendar Jul 9, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

This is not a class for beginners in AKC Rally. This class utilizes "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence in preparation for dog/handler teams to successfully trial at these levels. 

Prerequisites: Dog must have a reliable recall off leash and teams ready for off leash work.

Full Course

AKC Rally - Advanced/Excellent/Masters (YW) (Non-member)

$122

with Yolanda Williamson

Calendar Jul 9, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 6 weeks

This is not a class for beginners in AKC Rally. This class utilizes "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence in preparation for dog/handler teams to successfully trial at these levels. 

Prerequisites: Dog must have a reliable recall off leash and teams ready for off leash work.

AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Instructional Run-Through (JSh - 1) (Members Only)

$120

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar Jul 9, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites:  Dogs new to the run-through Rally format must have successfully completed Intermediate Obedience and have a reliable heel and recall.  Teams should be familiar with all signs for the level they are working on. All dogs must crate between runs.

NOTE: Some dogs in this class may have reactivity issues.

Exceptions to prerequisites only allowed with permission of Instructor and Training Director.

Full Course

AKC Rally Novice - Excellent Instructional Run-Through (JSh - 1) (Non-member)

$122

with Jeanette Showalter

Calendar Jul 9, 2026 at 12 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class uses "nested" courses designed to provide experience and confidence for handler/dog teams preparing to compete in Rally Novice, Intermediate, Advanced or Excellent. Teaching will be provided on any sign the class is having trouble with and on ring procedures. Handouts may be provided for some subjects. Please submit any questions you have before registering to the instructor or the Training Director. 

Prerequisites:  Dogs new to the run-through Rally format must have successfully completed Intermediate Obedience and have a reliable heel and recall.  Teams should be familiar with all signs for the level they are working on. All dogs must crate between runs.

NOTE: Some dogs in this class may have reactivity issues.

Exceptions to prerequisites only allowed with permission of Instructor and Training Director.

Full Course




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