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Merrimac Dog Training Club



Evening Classes

Agility (Intermediate-2) Improving Handler & Dog Skills (SP) (Members Only)

$120

with Sandra Platt

Calendar Sep 8, 2026 at 7:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is not for beginner dogs and continues from Foundations Groundwork 104 (Introduction to Agility) for teams preparing to compete at Novice level. This class will include short sequencing of obstacles in both standard and jumper courses which will be split between two rings. Course maps will be provided.

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 Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104 or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Agility (Intermediate-2) Improving Handler & Dog Skills (SP) (Non-Members)
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Agility (Intermediate-2) Improving Handler & Dog Skills (SP) (Non-Members)

$122

with Sandra Platt

Calendar Sep 8, 2026 at 7:15 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is not for beginner dogs and continues from Foundations Groundwork 104 (Introduction to Agility) for teams preparing to compete at Novice level. This class will include short sequencing of obstacles in both standard and jumper courses which will be split between two rings. Course maps will be provided.

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 Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104 or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Run-Through (SC) (Members Only)

$120

with Susan Carbee

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This is a non-instructional class with a Run-thru format. Dog and handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided upon request.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Run-Through (SC) (Non-Members)
Online Registration Unavailable

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Run-Through (SC) (Non-Members)

$122

with Susan Carbee

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This is a non-instructional class with a Run-thru format. Dog and handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided upon request.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Skills (CR) (Members Only)

$120

with Caitlin Riggs

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 7 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This is an instructional class. Dog and Handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided to all students.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Skills (CR) (Non-Members)
Online Registration Unavailable

Agility (Advanced-2) Excellent/Master Skills (CR) (Non-Members)

$122

with Caitlin Riggs

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 7 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This is an instructional class. Dog and Handler teams must be trialing at the Open level or above. All course provided will be at the Excellent level. Brief feedback will be provided to all students.

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 Handling Sequences & Techniques (Advanced- 1) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before attending class.

Intermediate Obedience 1 (LW) (Members Only)

$120

with Linda Wilkinson

Calendar Sep 10, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is open to dogs that have successfully completed MDTC Basic Obedience (click this link to view). This class is appropriate for companion dogs and teams that may not compete in dog sports. With weekly practice at home, it will prepare your dog for AKC Canine Good Citizen classes. Upon graduation, dogs will have learned to perform sit-stays, down-stays, recalls, finishes, loose leash heeling, and work with distractions.

Prerequisites: Reactive dogs are not permitted in this class. Dogs must have successfully graduated from MDTC's Basic Obedience Class and be at least six months of age. If your dog has taken a basic obedience course elsewhere, please contact the MDTC Training Director to schedule a free evaluation/testing session to confirm your dog's ability to take this class.

If this is your dog's first time attending a MDTC class, owners/handlers are required to bring copies of your dog's current vaccination records (including Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Kennel Cough) to the first class.

Intermediate Obedience 1 (LW) (Non-Members)
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Intermediate Obedience 1 (LW) (Non-Members)

$122

with Linda Wilkinson

Calendar Sep 10, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is open to dogs that have successfully completed MDTC Basic Obedience (click this link to view). This class is appropriate for companion dogs and teams that may not compete in dog sports. With weekly practice at home, it will prepare your dog for AKC Canine Good Citizen classes. Upon graduation, dogs will have learned to perform sit-stays, down-stays, recalls, finishes, loose leash heeling, and work with distractions.

Prerequisites: Reactive dogs are not permitted in this class. Dogs must have successfully graduated from MDTC's Basic Obedience Class and be at least six months of age. If your dog has taken a basic obedience course elsewhere, please contact the MDTC Training Director to schedule a free evaluation/testing session to confirm your dog's ability to take this class.

If this is your dog's first time attending a MDTC class, owners/handlers are required to bring copies of your dog's current vaccination records (including Rabies, Distemper, Parvo, and Kennel Cough) to the first class.





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