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2026 Classes

updated 8-22-26

New Dogs Temperament Test for 3rd Session is Scheduled – click here for details

TRAINNING LOCATIONS

Salt Lake Elementary School 1131 Ala Lilikoi St.Honolulu
Enchanted Lake Community Park
(Enchanted Lake Elementary School)		770 Keolu Dr.Kailua
Aiea District Park99-350 Aiea Heights Dr.Aiea

REGISTRATION ~ TRAINING DATES

MEMBERSHIP

We believe in rewarding those who work hard and are team players. They are the people we invite to become Members. The benefits to membership is early registration, reduced prices for classes and workshops, but there is much more. We all share in the work, hard work and the rewards are endless, life lessons. We have a lot of fun with each other and our dogs, and strive for betterment. We believe in positive training and bringing out the brilliance of all dogs. Do you have what it takes to become a MEMBER and part of our agility family? If interested, see what is expected of you on our Membership page.

REQUIREMENTS to ATTEND CLASS

  • Your dog needs to be on a leash with a buckle collar. We like 6′ leads. No choke/pinch collars.
  • A crate is needed as all dogs will be kept in a crate while not performing. The easiest to transport is soft crates. Hard or wire crates are acceptable. Yes, a crate is a MUST. Have an instructor give you some tips on crate games. In no time, your dog will LOVE his crate!
  • Rewards are a must! Soft treats (preferably not crumbly) and a toy to reward your dog for a job well done. Bring a hungry dog to the field, much easier to train than one with a full belly.
  • Don’t forget water for your dog and yourself.
  • A copy of your dog’s updated shot records for us to keep. We’ve added Bordetella to our required list of vaccinations: Distemper, Parvovirus, Hepatitis. Good to have, but not required, is Leptospirosis. If a vaccine is going to expire soon please schedule an appointment with your Veterinarian. Bordetella (Kennel Cough) and all vaccinations MUST BE up to date for your dog to attend class.
  • Monthly flea and tick prevention treatment is required.

CLASSES

🐩3rd Session’s Training is held at 2 locations:
Salt Lake Elementary School and Aiea District Park
🐕Classes are on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday.
🐩Classes are listed is by day of the week, beginning with Saturday, followed by class time.
🐕Pay close attention to the location where the class will be held.
🐩There is no auditing of classes.
🐕It is possible to add a class after Registration has closed and prior to 1st day of class for an additional fee. See Class Costs.

3RD SESSION CLASSES

CLICK SECTIONS BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION

  • Open and close sections to make it easier to focus on information provided.

SATURDAY

Salt Lake Elementary School 8 – 10:30 AM

2X2 WEAVES & TEETER FOUNDATION CLASS

  • Instructor/Les/Teams 8-10

  • Details

    This class is intended for dogs with no prior training with 2x2 weave pole method or Teeter performance criteria, not necessarily for re-training a dog that has been taught previously. The goal is to have dogs running through weave poles independently, running on Teeter to the end and waiting for release word before releasing. All class sessions build on the previous class exercises; missing a class will set back your dog’s understanding and confidence. Bring notepad or video recording device (highly recommended) to keep notes for your homework exercises.

  • ~ Prerequisite

    ~ Dogs need to be non-aggressive or threatening to other dogs or people since we will be working off leash. ~ All working teams need to have successfully graduated from Agility Groundwork’s Class; graduation from Novice Handling Class is preferred. ~ Dogs need to be comfortable in their crates or wire kennels between their turn; if your dog is space sensitive, please mark your crates with red ribbons on the corners to notify others that you need extra space around your crates. ~ Review your Groundwork exercises with your dog: sit-stays, hand targeting, send out to obstacle (Bucket drill).

  • ~ Homework

    ~ Homework exercises are REQUIRED between classes to keep the training progressing, especially with weave poles. ~ Exercise sessions at home for weaves shouldn’t take more than 20 minutes; travel plank session should take about 10 minutes.

  • ~ Instructor's Approval

    Instructor's approval required prior to starting your on-line registration process. Contact Les: saito424lk@aol.com

  • ~ Home Equipment

    ~ Student will need 12”x42” travel plank ~ Build or have a 2x2 weaves pole set of 12 poles for their mandatory homework exercises. Instructions to build 2x2 weave poles will be provided upon registration, if requested. ~ Jumps from Groundwork’s class can be used to proof equipment criteria. ~ You will need to bring your 2x2 weaves to class. ~ Bring a variety of small, soft, high value treats that won’t crumble and cause a distraction; bring a few high value small toys that can be tossed as reward for desired movement.

  • ~ Class Rules

    ~ Please read Club Field Policy prior to first class date, there may be a Pop Quiz! ~ Arrive 15 minutes ahead of class start time to set up your crating area and relieve your dog. ~ Everyone MUST help with building equipment and putting away equipment after class. ~ Equipment training time is precious, you need to have your dog out of its crate, connected with you, and ready before their turn. ~ Please do not let your dog onto equipment with instructor permission.

  • ~ Dates

    September 5, 12, 26 ~ October 3, 24, 31 ~ November 7, 28. December 5 (Make-up Date)

SATURDAY

Salt Lake Elementary School 11 AM - 1:15 PM

AGILITY GROUNDWORK

  • Instructor: Nanette /Teams 9

  • Details

    This foundation class will focus on building and maintaining a fun, working relationship for you and your dog. You’ll learn the value of a positive reward system, which you’ll retain throughout your agility training. We’ll work on increasing your dog’s focus, drive, impulse control, and body awareness. Basic jumping and off-leash handling skills will be covered. Teams will have various opportunities to play on a variety of obstacles and training aids.

  • - Prerequisites

    Open to dogs 12 months or older ~ Dogs must be in good physical condition. Questions? - Contact your Vet ~ Dogs must be crate trained as crates are required on the field ~ Dogs must be comfortable on leash, in a sit/down position, and should understand come and stay commands ~ Dogs must be non-aggressive towards other dogs and people.

  • - Homework

    Handlers will be expected to do homework assignments with their dog.

  • - Equipment

    Minor building of personal training equipment with PVC will be required.

  • - Class Rules

    Mandatory: Handler must be willing to attend every class. ~ Class equipment set up and breakdown required by all participants. ~

  • - IMPORTANT Registration Requirements

    All dogs must pass an evaluation test for temperament and basic obedience skills to be admitted into class. We will also observe how your dog is in their crate. The evaluation test will be at Salt Lake Elementary School (1131 Ala Lilikoi St, Honolulu) and will begin at 9:00 AM on Saturday, August 22, 2026. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow for time to find parking and get your dog situated. Bring your dog on a 6’ leash with a buckle collar, your dog's crate, and some treats. Email Nanette at haha.agilityclass@gmail.com to RSVP for the temperament test. Detailed information can be found on the Registration page.

  • - Temperament Test (Required)

    Students must pass Temperament Testing scheduled for Saturday, August 22, 2026., at 9:00 AM at Salt Lake Elementary School (1131 Ala Lilikoi St, Honolulu). Please see requirements above in registration requirements.

  • - Class Dates

    September 5, 12, 26 ~ October 3, 17, 24, 31 ~ November 21.

SUNDAY

Salt Lake Elementary School 8:15 - 10:30 AM

NOVICE HANDLING

  • Instructor: Jill/9 Teams

  • Details

    Learn how to communicate with your dog and become a team on the agility field. In this class you will learn, front crosses, rear crosses, acceleration, deceleration, serpentines, and treadles. These are the basic tools needed to handle an agility course.

  • ~ Prerequisite

    Completed Agility Groundwork.

  • ~ Homework

    During the week practice handling lessons learned in class.

  • ~ Instructor's Approval

    Instructor's approval required prior to starting your on-line registration process. Contact Jill: jillsk9s@msn.com

  • ~ Class Rules

    Must arrive by 8 in order to set up and walk your dog. ~ Your dog must be in a crate. ~ Everyone helps with setting up and taking down equipment and setting bars during class.

  • ~ Dates

    September 6, 13, 27 ~ October 4, 11, 18, 25 ~ November 8

SUNDAY

Salt Lake Elementary School 11:00 AM - 3 PM

TRIAL PREP

  • Instructors: Scot & Alan/Teams Open

  • Details

    We will set up actual trial courses for you to run. You will be given the chance to run these different ways to improve your handling and dog connection.

  • - Prerequisite

    ~ Prerequisites-Students must know how to do all the contact equipment and 12 weave poles. ~ The courses will be geared more to Open/Advanced level.

  • - Instructor's Approval

    Instructor’s approval required prior to starting your on-line registration process: Contact Scot: katanaseo@gmail.com ~ Contact Alan: amiyahira001@gmail.com

  • - Class Rules

    ~ You need to be crated and ready to build by 11 AM. ~ You must help set up and take down the courses. ~ Be ready to run when it's your turn.

  • - Class Dates

    September 6, 13, 27 ~ October 4, 25 ~ November 8, 29 ~ December 20

SUNDAY

Salt Lake Elementary School 3:30 - 5 PM

PUPPY FOUNDATION CLASS

  • Instructor: Lauren/ Teams 8

  • Details

    Teach puppies important skills to prepare them for sports. Puppies will "learn how to learn" through engagement games, capturing, and shaping. Focus will be on body awareness, drive building, and impulse control while building a relationship with their handler. Puppies will get exposed to different surfaces, such as walking over tarps, short planks, wobble board and puppy fitness objects.

  • - Prerequisite

    ~Puppies under 12 months of age ~ Completed puppy vaccinations. ~ Puppies must be comfortable on leash. ~ Puppies must be non-aggressive towards other dogs and people.

  • - Instructor's Approval

    Instructor's approval required prior to starting your on-line registration process. Contact Lauren: lmrailsback@gmail.com

  • - Class Rules

    No equipment will be required. ~ Crates will need to be brought to class.

  • - Class Dates

    September 27 ~ October 4, 18, 25 ~ November 1, 8, 22, 29

MONDAY

Aiea District Park 7 - 9 PM

STRENGTHEN & MAINTAIN YOUR 2/0N/2 0FF CONTACTS

  • Instructor: Alan & Naomi/8 -10Teams

  • Details

    This class consist of maintenance exercises for dogs who already understand the 2-on/2-off behavior. But for some reason or another, have lost that criteria in competition.

  • Prerequisites

    ~ For dogs that have already been taught to stop at the end of the contact. ~ All dogs need to have been trained on dogwalk, A-frame, and teeter. ~ You will also need to bring treats and a target plate.

  • ~ Homework

    See equipment.

  • ~ Equipment

    ~ Build a travel plank. 12” wide x 36” to 48” long. ~ Painted and raised off the ground slightly. 1/2” plywood is good to use. ~ I will bring my plank for you have an idea on the finish product.

  • ~ Instructor's Approval

    Instructor’s approval required prior to registration. Contact Alan ~ amiyahira001@gmail.com

  • ~ Class Rules

    ~ Teams should arrive 20 to 30 minutes early to crate your dogs and be ready to unload and set up the equipment for class. ~ Everyone must stay and help break down and put away equipment. ~ We understand that people travel or get sick, but please try to make it to class when possible.

  • ~ Class Dates

    September 7,14, 28 ~ October 5,12,19, 26 ~ November 9


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