Agility Classes
Agility is a fun sport in which you and your dog work together to navigate an obstacle course with speed and precision. It is a great training experience for those who just want to try something new with their dog as well as for those who want to compete. WOOFS! offers agility classes and private lessons with WORLD CLASS Agility competitor and instructor Melissa Frye. From your first jump to your Championship, Melissa can take you all the way. Please read our Agility Class Guidelines before registering for a class.
Agiltiy I
Agility II
Agility III
Agility IV (Pre-Competition)
Novice Agility
Open/Advanced Agility
Masters/Excellent Agility
Agility I
Agility is the most popular dog sport in the world. It’s fast-paced and fun, great exercise for you and your dog, and dogs of any breed and energy level can participate. Come to this class if you are new to Agility and get a solid grounding in the basics—you’ll soon be ready for more!
Content: Intro to basic obstacles like jumps, tunnels, and contacts, plus beginning handling concepts
Days: Mondays, Thursdays
Class size: Max 10 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Dogs must be dog- and people-friendly, healthy, and able to stay quiet
Agility II
Next step on the road toward Agility excellence. On top of an enjoyable time on the course, you will get a more attentive dog, faster responses, and a great workout for active pooches.
Content: Build your proficiency with all obstacles (including contacts and weaves) and learn handling skills
Days: Wednesdays, Thursdays
Class size: Max 8 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Agility I. Dogs must be dog- and people-friendly, healthy, and able to stay quiet
Agility III
At this level, you will ask more of your dog in terms of focus and responsiveness. For this class, your dog must be comfortable with all Agility equipment except teeter and weaves.
Content: Introduces the handling of crosses, solidifies contact performance, plus we work more on weave poles
Days: Wednesdays, Thursdays
Class size: Max 7 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Agility I & II. Dogs must be able to work off leash
Agility IV (Pre-Competition)
This class is for dog-handler teams that are comfortable with all Agility equipment, and are progressing on teeter and weaves. Your dog needs to be able to work off leash and you should be comfortable with all crosses.
Content: Full obstacle course
Days: Wednesdays
Class size: Max 7 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Agility III. Dogs must be able to work off leash
Novice Agility
This class is for dog-handler teams that are preparing to compete at the Novice / Starters / Open / Advanced levels. Your dog must be able to perform weaves and teeter unaided.
Content: Competition-level Agility
Days: Tuesdays
Class size: Max 7 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Ready to compete
Open / Advanced Agility
This class is for dog-handler teams competing at the Open / Advanced levels. Courses will include contacts.
Content: Competition-level Agility
Days: Tuesdays
Class size: Max 7 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Open or Advanced Leg
Masters / Excellent Agility
This class is for dog-handler teams competing at the Elite / Masters / Excellent level. Courses will include contacts.
Content: Competition-level Agility
Days: Wednesdays
Class size: Max 7 dogs
Location: Shirlington Campus
Length: 7 weeks
Cost: $185
Prerequisites: Masters or Elite Leg
Training
Rewards-Based Only
At WOOFS! we use only positive reinforcement training methods grounded in the latest canine behavioral science. This dog-friendly approach is endorsed by the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behaviorists, the ASPCA, and every other reputable animal organization in the country.
Puppy Parties
Start your puppy’s socialization process at our FREE puppy play hour. We meet every Saturday from 9–10am at our Ballston Campus. Puppies must be 16 weeks or younger. Bring proof of your pup’s first two rounds of vaccinations. No registration needed.
Is Agility for Me?
Does your dog like to learn new things and have fun?
Is your dog people- and dog-friendly?
Can your dog pay attention to you when other dogs are around?
Can your dog be around other dogs and not bark continually?
Is your dog healthy and reasonably fit?
Then Agility is perfect for you and your dog. Come join the fun!
Puppy Socialization
Don’t delay! Start now to raise a healthy, happy adult dog. Your puppy’s socialization window starts to close at 16 weeks. Before then, your puppy must be positively introduced to all manner of people, dogs, sounds, textures, sights, and situations—not to mention get a foundation in house-training, crate training, bite inhibition, and manners.
It’s a lot to pack in, but we are here to help. With our open-enrollment Puppy Kindergarten class (join any time!) and FREE weekly Puppy Party, you give your puppy the best start in life.
(By the way, puppies can start socializing in safe environments from as early as 8 weeks of age as long as they have had the first two rounds of vaccinations.)
