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Merrimac Dog Training Club



Weekly Tuesday classes

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

$120

with Sandra Platt

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 6 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 Intermediate Obedience classes, Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104, and Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.

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Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (SP) (Non-Members)
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Agility (Advanced -1) - Handling Sequences & Techniques (SP) (Non-Members)

$122

with Sandra Platt

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 6 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 Intermediate Obedience classes, Foundations & Groundwork (Intro to Agility) 101-104, and Improving Handler & Dog Skills (Intermediate) or be evaluated by instructor/training director before signing up for class.

Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 101 (PW) (Members Only)
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Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 101 (PW) (Members Only)

$120

with Pat Wright

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is designed for beginner dogs and handlers who have little or no experience in agility. The class will work on foundation agility exercises, including body awareness, targeting, start line stays, forward focus, distance commands and handling skills. Agility equipment such as tables, jumps, tire and tunnels obstacles will be introduced. Haltees, Gentle Leaders, and harnesses are not allowed in this class.

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

Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 12 months of age. Dogs must have sucessfully passed MDTC's Intermediate Obedience class ensuring the ability to work off leash, and respond to commands (sit, stay and come, heel on leash). Students may ask to be evaluated by the Training Director (Deana Bullock, 757-778-7608) or Instructor before coming to class.

Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 101 (PW) (Non-Members)
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Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 101 (PW) (Non-Members)

$122

with Pat Wright

Calendar Jan 6, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 6 weeks

This class is designed for beginner dogs and handlers who have little or no experience in agility. The class will work on foundation agility exercises, including body awareness, targeting, start line stays, forward focus, distance commands and handling skills. Agility equipment such as tables, jumps, tire and tunnels obstacles will be introduced. Haltees, Gentle Leaders, and harnesses are not allowed in this class.

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

Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 12 months of age. Dogs must have sucessfully passed MDTC's Intermediate Obedience class ensuring the ability to work off leash, and respond to commands (sit, stay and come, heel on leash) or be evaluated by the Training Director (Deana Bullock, 757-778-7608)/Instructor before coming to class.

Barn Hunt - Novice/Open (NT) (Members Only)
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Barn Hunt - Novice/Open (NT) (Members Only)

$120

with Nicole Tougas

This class is open to beginner dog/handler teams (intro level) thru those teams who are ready to compete at the Open level. No previous experience with Barn Hunt or exposure to the rats is necessary. Handlers are encouraged to bring super high value treats and a "clicker" for dogs new to Barn Hunt.

Note: Male dogs are recommended to wear a "belly band" since urinating in the search area is strictly prohibited.

Barn Hunt - Novice/Open (NT) (Non-Members)
Online Registration Unavailable

Barn Hunt - Novice/Open (NT) (Non-Members)

$122

with Nicole Tougas

This class is open to beginner dog/handler teams (intro level) thru those teams who are ready to compete at the Open level. No previous experience with Barn Hunt or exposure to the rats is necessary. Handlers are encouraged to bring super high value treats and a "clicker" for dogs new to Barn Hunt.

Note: Male dogs are recommended to wear a "belly band" since urinating in the search area is strictly prohibited.

Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 104 (PW) (Members Only)
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Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 104 (PW) (Members Only)

$120

with Pat Wright

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

This class is designed for beginner dogs and handlers who have little experience in agility. The class will continue work on foundation agility exercises, including body awareness, targeting, start line stays, forward focus, distance commands and handling skills.  Contact obstacle and weave pole foundations will be introduced in addition to beginner/novice sequences.

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) 101-103 or be evaluated by the Training Director (Deana Bullock, 757-778-7608)/Instructor before coming to class.

Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 104 (PW) (Non-Members)
Online Registration Unavailable

Agility (Beginner) - Introduction to Agility 104 (PW) (Non-Members)

$122

with Pat Wright

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

This class is designed for beginner dogs and handlers who have little experience in agility. The class will continue work on foundation agility exercises, including body awareness, targeting, start line stays, forward focus, distance commands and handling skills.  Contact obstacle and weave pole foundations will be introduced in addition to beginner/novice sequences.

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) 101-103 or be evaluated by the Training Director (Deana Bullock, 757-778-7608)/Instructor before coming to class





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