Greater Columbia Obedience Club, Inc. Serving Columbia Since 1968
 
 

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  • The Agility Cooperative PUNCH CARD payment

    • 01 Jan 2013
    • 31 May 2013
    • GCOC Agility Field
    • 17
    Register

    The Agility Co-operative is a weekly gathering of GCOC members interested in continually improving their agility skills.  

    We meet on Tuesdays and the first session is January 1st.

    Prenovice/Novice meets at 6pm,
    Open/Excellent meets at 7:15pm.

    The PUNCH CARD costs $48 and is good for 4 visits to the Agility Cooperative.  It is not good for any other GCOC classes, including other agility classes.   You can use the same punch card for the Prenovice/Novice and the Open/Excellent sessions.

    YOU MUST PREPAY FOR PUNCH CARDS.  Unpaid drop-ins are not allowed.  You will be issued a punch card on your first visit after paying here.

    This is a test program, buy as many punch cards as you need on-line.  But, they will expire on May 31, 2013.  We will evaluate the program and decide if we will continue it in the Fall.
    You must be doing all contact obstacles, including weave poles, to participate in the Agility Cooperative.

    The more experienced members lead the Co-op, choosing courses and challenges each week from CleanRun magazine, the CleanRun Sourcebooks, and/or courses from recent trials. 

    Online registration and payment is required.  No refunds for cancellations due to weather.
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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 20 Apr 2013
    • 10:00 AM
    • 01 Jun 2013
    • 11:00 AM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 1
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    BasicObedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.

    This class will not meet on May 6th. 


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: Diana Farrar-Sanderson

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic II

    • 20 Apr 2013
    • 11:15 AM
    • 01 Jun 2013
    • 12:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 3
    Register

    Basic Obedience II is designed for dogs and handlers who have successfully completed Basic Obedience I, or the equivalent. This class will work on deepening and polishing the skills learned at the Basic I level, including loose leash walking, attention, impulse control, recalls, stays, and other skills. The primary goal of this class will be to continue developing a happy, well-mannered family companion with emphasis on becoming a good canine citizen of the community.

    Prerequisite: Puppy K or Basic Obedience I or equivalent skills
    Length: 6 weeks
    This class will not meet May 11th.

    Instructor: Diana Farrar-Sanderson

    GCOC members $60.00

    Non-members $90.00

    Length: 6 weeks

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.

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  • Agility Contacts & Sequences

    • 29 Apr 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 03 Jun 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Agility Field
    • 1
    Register

    Registration Opens on April 8 for members

    Registration Opens on April 20 for non-members

    This class meets weekly on Mondays. 

    Class may be repeated until contact performance is sufficient to move into the pre-competition Agility Cooperative.  
    This class continues developing the skills to perform the major contact obstacles safely, accurately, and with speed. Pre-obstacle foundation skills learned in Foundations of Agility are the starting point for building skills on the A-Frame, Dogwalk, and Teeter.  In addition, students will progress to longer sequences using both contact and non-contact obstacles.

    Registration and Payment on-line are required.  

    Instructors:  Britney Imhof 

    Prerequisite:  Foundations of Agility or Instructor recommendation
    Length:  6 weeks
    Cost:  $90 non-members/$60 GCOC Members

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  • Puppy Kindergarten

    • 29 Apr 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 03 Jun 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Puppy Kindergarten is designed for dogs 12 weeks to 6 months of age. This class will cover: gaining the puppy’s attention, impulse control for puppies, learning to relax around other dogs & people, basic commands, leash manners, and puppy safety issues. In addition to basic skills, confidence and manageability with new experiences will also be introduced. Other topics as appropriate will also be covered. The primary emphasis of this class will be to develop a positive relationship between the puppy and family members.

    You will need to bring your puppy's vaccine records.

    Prerequisite: None
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructors: Joan Podd and Gayle Mitchner

    GCOC Members: $60.00

    Non-members: $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Agility Contacts & Sequences

    • 29 Apr 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 03 Jun 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Agility Field
    • 3
    Register

    Registration Opens on April 8 for members

    Registration Opens on April 20 for non-members

    This class meets weekly on Mondays. 

    Class may be repeated until contact performance is sufficient to move into the pre-competition Agility Cooperative.  
    This class continues developing the skills to perform the major contact obstacles safely, accurately, and with speed. Pre-obstacle foundation skills learned in Foundations of Agility are the starting point for building skills on the A-Frame, Dogwalk, and Teeter.  In addition, students will progress to longer sequences using both contact and non-contact obstacles.

    Registration and Payment on-line are required.  

    Instructors:  Kathy Evans

    Prerequisite:  Foundations of Agility or Instructor recommendation
    Length:  6 weeks
    Cost:  $90 non-members/$60 GCOC Members

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  • Basic Intro to Competition Skills

    • 09 May 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 20 Jun 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    This class is designed for dogs coming out of a basic obedience class. The class is designed to prepares students for competition in obedience and rally. It uses some of the basic Rally signs to further teach heeling, straight sits, stays, turns (270s and 360s), stands, fast downs and fast sits and both finishes.

    Instructor: Nicole Tate

    This class will not meet June 6th.

    GCOC Members $60.00
    Non-members $90.00
    Payment is required to secure your registration.  If you pay by check the check must be received 7 days before class or your place will not be held.
    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.
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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 20 May 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 24 Jun 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: Paula Cearley

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Puppy Kindergarten

    • 21 May 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 25 Jun 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Puppy Kindergarten is designed for dogs 12 weeks to 6 months of age. This class will cover: gaining the puppy’s attention, impulse control for puppies, learning to relax around other dogs & people, basic commands, leash manners, and puppy safety issues. In addition to basic skills, confidence and manageability with new experiences will also be introduced. Other topics as appropriate will also be covered. The primary emphasis of this class will be to develop a positive relationship between the puppy and family members.

    You will need to bring your puppy's vaccine records.

    Prerequisite: None
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructors: Beth Crocker & Gayle Michner

    GCOC Members: $60.00

    Non-members: $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience & Rally Challenge Class :)

    • 22 May 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 12 Jun 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 0
    Registration is closed

                          Obedience & Rally Challenge Class

    This class is designed for people who want to continue in the ring using both  obedience and rally maneuvers.   The instructor will challenge you to implement or use skills such : Multi-directional heeling; spontaneous response to commands; visual and verbal signals; stays under stress; reliable recall despite distraction and jumping skills.   These skills are used in Obedience or Rally Advanced/Excellent level competition.   The intent of this class is to help the handler and dog to become more skilled in layered training opportunities and to provide proofing prior to competition.

    Note: This is not a general obedience class. It is designed for distractions and increasing accuracy of performance.  Dogs and handlers must have acheived or be in the process of earning a Rally Advanced or Novice obedience title.  

     

    Instructor: Katie Fleming

    GCOC Members: $40.00

    Non-members Contact Renee Graham if interested in registering. 960-5541

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Rally Advanced Skills

    • 22 May 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 26 Jun 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 3
    Register

    This class is designed for dogs who have successfully completed their Rally Novice title and are looking to transition into Rally Advanced.  It will begin tightening up basic novice skills and learning the advanced skills that will be required to perform in Rally Advanced, including introduction to jumping and performing off-leash. This class prepares students for the Rally Advanced/Excellent signs class. 

    Instructor will have descretion in determining how and what areas to focus on based on class needs/desires.

    This will be a 6 week class.  The cost is $60 for members and  $90 for non-members.

    Instructor : Katie Fleming
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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 28 May 2013
    • 10:00 AM
    • 02 Jul 2013
    • 11:00 AM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 2
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor:  Caroline Hair   Assistant: Renee Graham

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Advanced Skills Workshop

    • 01 Jun 2013
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    Teri Rein has agreed to facilitate an advanced skills session. We will get together in small groups with the intent of working on some selected advanced exercises.  Everyone should come with a request to focus on one exercise or one idea.  Everyone in the group should be prepared to offer ideas to others in the group about methods that could be used to teach an exercise.

     

    Cost: members $10.00  non-members $15.00

     

    Facilitator: Teri Rein

     

    Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.

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  • Introduction to K9™ Nosework, with Mira Jones

    • 02 Jun 2013
    • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 7
    Register

    Mira Jones, a certified K9 Nose Work™ Instructor,  Certified Professional Dog Trainer, and IAABC Certified Dog Behavior Consultant with over 17 years’ experience, will be at GCOC June 2, 2013 1:00-3:00. Mira will hold a workshop introducing interested club members to the sport ofK9 Nose Work™.  Although the club has had presentations and workshops about tracking, K9 Nosework™ is a different sport that can be taught indoors.  It is a titling sport, sanctioned by the National Association of Canine Nosework .  This event will be a demonstration, human attendees only.  It is intended to introduce club members to the sport and gauge the level of interest in bringing a full two day workshop to the club.  More information is available at http://nacsw.net   The sport of K9 Nosework™ was featured recently in “The Bark” magazine, http://www.nacsw.net/sites/default/files/file/Bark60_Nosework.pdf


    Prerequisite: None

    Cost: $10.00

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Puppy Kindergarten

    • 08 Jun 2013
    • 10:00 AM
    • 20 Jul 2013
    • 11:00 AM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 8
    Register

    Puppy Kindergarten is designed for dogs 12 weeks to 6 months of age. This class will cover: gaining the puppy’s attention, impulse control for puppies, learning to relax around other dogs & people, basic commands, leash manners, and puppy safety issues. In addition to basic skills, confidence and manageability with new experiences will also be introduced. Other topics as appropriate will also be covered. The primary emphasis of this class will be to develop a positive relationship between the puppy and family members.

    This class will not meet July 6th.

    You will need to bring your puppy's vaccine records.

    Prerequisite: None
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructors: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60.00

    Non-members: $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 08 Jun 2013
    • 11:15 AM
    • 20 Jul 2013
    • 12:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 6
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.

    This class will not meet July 6th.
    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Agility - Weave Poles

    • 10 Jun 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 15 Jul 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • 947 Stadium Drive, Columbia SC
    • 0
    Registration is closed

    Registration for this class begins on April 8 for Members and on April 20 for Non-members.

    This class meets at the GCOC Training Building at 947 S. Stadium Dr. Columba, SC on Monday nights.

    This class is designed to introduce 2 X 2 Weave Pole training according to Sue Garrett's method. This method has been described as follows. "Susan Garrett’s revolutionary 2x2 weave training method will take a skill that people previously struggled with for 6-8 months and turn it into one that can be brilliantly trained in just weeks!"  

    Join us as we learn one of the most difficult agility skills in a way that is pure fun for the dog.

    Minimum Age of Dog:  12 months by the day you register.

    Prerequisite: Basic Obedience or equivalent skills

    Instructor:  Kathy Evans

    Cost: $90 non-members/$60.00 for GCOC members

    Please pay on-line. 

    Length: 6 weeks.

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  • Kids & K9s Summer Camp

    • 24 Jun 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 29 Jul 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Building 847 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 4
    Register

    Kids and K9s Summer Class

    Class Description:

    Kids and K9s Summer Class is designed for children 8-12 years of age (parent or guardian must attend class).

    This fun class will guide children in how to train their dogs in some beginning steps of obedience, agility, and tricks. Only positive reinforcement will be used, and safety and responsibility will be emphasized. Each week will focus on creating a great working relationship between the child and his or her family dog.  Children will be introduced to the concepts of clicker training.  Instruction will be provided on bite prevention, veterinary care, responsible dog ownership and learning to understand what their dogs are telling them.

    Requirements: 

    Students must be able to control their dog on leash.  Dogs should not have aggression issues with dogs, people, or kids.

    The class size is limited to 8 youngsters and their dogs, and all dogs must have completed their vaccinations, including rabies.

    A parent or guardian must remain in the training ring for the first class and must remain on premises during all other classes.

    Dates: 

    Monday nights from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., beginning June 24,  2013, and concluding Monday, July 29, 2013. 

    Cost:

    $60 GCOC Members

    $90 Non-members

     

    Instructor:  Phyllis Beasley CPDT-KA


     

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  • Obedience Basic II

    • 08 Jul 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 12 Aug 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 6
    Register

    Basic Obedience II is designed for dogs and handlers who have successfully completed Basic Obedience I, or the equivalent. This class will work on deepening and polishing the skills learned at the Basic I level, including loose leash walking, attention, impulse control, recalls, stays, and other skills. The primary goal of this class will be to continue developing a happy, well-mannered family companion with emphasis on becoming a good canine citizen of the community.

    Prerequisite: Puppy K or Basic Obedience I or equivalent skills
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC members $60.00

    Non-members $90.00

    Length: 6 weeks

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.

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  • Rally Run Thrus - Novice

    • 10 Jul 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 24 Jul 2013
    • 7:00 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    This 3 week class is designed to provide practice in running AKC  Rally Novice courses.  Students will get 2 run thrus per class. The set up will be similar to a show-n-go. Dogs should be proficient in the level they are running. Class participants will have the opportunity to use treats and get instructor feedback, if desired.

    The main purpose of the class will be to provide handler and dogs to practice running full length rally courses with feedback from the instructor.

     
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  • Rally Run Thrus - Advanced/Excellent

    • 10 Jul 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 24 Jul 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 7
    Register

    This 3 week class is designed to provide practice in running AKC  Rally Advanced/Excellen courses.  Students will get 2 run thrus per class. The set up will be similar to a show-n-go. Dogs should be proficient in the level they are running. Class participants will have the opportunity to use treats and get instructor feedback, if desired.

    The main purpose of the class will be to provide handler and dogs to practice running full length rally courses with feedback from the instructor.

     
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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 11 Jul 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 22 Aug 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 7
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None

    This class will not meet August 1, 2013.


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic II

    • 30 Jul 2013
    • 10:00 AM
    • 03 Sep 2013
    • 11:00 AM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    Basic Obedience II is designed for dogs and handlers who have successfully completed Basic Obedience I, or the equivalent. This class will work on deepening and polishing the skills learned at the Basic I level, including loose leash walking, attention, impulse control, recalls, stays, and other skills. The primary goal of this class will be to continue developing a happy, well-mannered family companion with emphasis on becoming a good canine citizen of the community.

    Prerequisite: Puppy K or Basic Obedience I or equivalent skills
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC members $60.00

    Non-members $90.00

    Length: 6 weeks

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.

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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 05 Aug 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 09 Sep 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Rally Novice Signs

    • 07 Aug 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 11 Sep 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register


    This class is an introduction to the Rally novice signs, rules and regulations. Teams learn the correct performance of each of the AKC Rally Novice signs and practice running short sequences of signs. Upon completion of this class, teams may be ready to compete in Rally Novice (dependent on skill levels of dogs and handlers). Knowledge of both finishes is helpful but not required. This class is not designed to teach the skills needed to compete in Rally Novice; it is expected that participants are already proficient in loose leash heeling, short stays and other basic obedience skills.

    Instructor : TBA

     

    Prerequisite: Rally Skills class. Or contact Beth Crocker at: crockerae@hotmail.com for a skills test to verify placement.

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  • Rally Advanced/Excellent Signs Class

    • 07 Aug 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 11 Sep 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 7
    Register

    Teams learn the correct performance of Rally Advanced and Excellent signs. Class participants will also practice short sign sequences. The rules and regulations for Rally Advanced and Excellent are reviewed. This class is designed for students who are preparing to compete, or are already competing, in Rally Advanced or Excellent. This class assumes that students are able to perform (to some degree) the skills listed in the Rally Intermediate class, although the instructor will assist students who have difficulty with any of the skills. To successfully participate in this class, students should have some experience in the following skills: pivots, heeling backwards, moving stands, moving downs, "leave its" and stands.
    Minimum class size: 5 Maximum class size: 8

    Cost:  $60 for current GCOC members and $90 for non-members

    INSTRUCTOR: TBA

     

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  • Puppy Kindergarten (6 weeks)

    • 11 Aug 2013
    • 1:00 PM
    • 15 Sep 2013
    • 2:00 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 8
    Register

    Puppy Kindergarten is designed for dogs 12 weeks to 6 months of age. This class will cover: gaining the puppy’s attention, impulse control for puppies, learning to relax around other dogs & people, basic commands, leash manners, and puppy safety issues. In addition to basic skills, confidence and manageability with new experiences will also be introduced. Other topics as appropriate will also be covered. The primary emphasis of this class will be to develop a positive relationship between the puppy and family members.

    You will need to bring your puppy's vaccine records.

    Prerequisite: None
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructors: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60.00

    Non-members: $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 08 Sep 2013
    • 2:15 PM
    • 13 Oct 2013
    • 3:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Basic Intro to Competition Skills

    • 09 Sep 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 14 Oct 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    This class is designed for dogs coming out of a basic obedience class. The class is designed to prepares students for competition in obedience and rally. It uses some of the basic Rally signs to further teach heeling, straight sits, stays, turns (270s and 360s), stands, fast downs and fast sits and both finishes.

    Instructor: TBD

     

    GCOC Members $60.00
    Non-members $90.00
    Payment is required to secure your registration.  If you pay by check the check must be received 7 days before class or your place will not be held.
    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.
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  • Rally Novice Ring Ready

    • 25 Sep 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 30 Oct 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    The Rally Novice Ring Ready class is designed to help students who have already learned the Rally  Novice exercises and to help prepare them for a trial.  The class will consist of a quick review of all signs and practice running full-length Rally courses.  A guest judge will be part of the last session which will mimic a real trial.
    Instructor(s): Beth Crocker and Mary Reeves

    Cost: $60 for GCOC members or $90 for non-members
    Prerequisite: Novice Obedience Class or equivalent skills
    Length: 6 weeks

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  • Rally Advanced/Excellent Ring Ready

    • 25 Sep 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 30 Oct 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility;947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    This six-week class is designed to provide experience in running AKC Advanced and Excellent level courses and to ensure that handlers are familiar with AKC Rally Advanced/Excellent rules and regulations.

    Dogs should be fairly proficient in performing all signs and skills required at every level of Rally. Class participants will receive practice and coaching in running courses.

    Required Prerequisites:  Rally Advanced/Excellent Skills or an earned leg in Rally Advanced or Excellent AKC Trial.

    Cost:  $60 for current GCOC members and $90 for non-members

    INSTRUCTOR: TBA

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  • Puppy Kindergarten (6 weeks)

    • 08 Oct 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 12 Nov 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Rd.
    • 8
    Register

    Puppy Kindergarten is designed for dogs 12 weeks to 6 months of age. This class will cover: gaining the puppy’s attention, impulse control for puppies, learning to relax around other dogs & people, basic commands, leash manners, and puppy safety issues. In addition to basic skills, confidence and manageability with new experiences will also be introduced. Other topics as appropriate will also be covered. The primary emphasis of this class will be to develop a positive relationship between the puppy and family members.

    You will need to bring your puppy's vaccine records.

    Prerequisite: None
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructors: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60.00

    Non-members: $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic II

    • 14 Oct 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 18 Nov 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
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    Basic Obedience II is designed for dogs and handlers who have successfully completed Basic Obedience I, or the equivalent. This class will work on deepening and polishing the skills learned at the Basic I level, including loose leash walking, attention, impulse control, recalls, stays, and other skills. The primary goal of this class will be to continue developing a happy, well-mannered family companion with emphasis on becoming a good canine citizen of the community.

    Prerequisite: Puppy K or Basic Obedience I or equivalent skills
    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC members $60.00

    Non-members $90.00

    Length: 6 weeks

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel classes.

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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 15 Oct 2013
    • 6:15 PM
    • 19 Nov 2013
    • 7:15 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
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    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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  • Obedience Basic I

    • 28 Oct 2013
    • 7:30 PM
    • 09 Dec 2013
    • 8:30 PM
    • GCOC Training Facility; 947 S. Stadium Road
    • 8
    Register

    Basic Obedience I is designed for dogs 6 months and older. This class will cover getting the dog’s attention, impulse control exercises such as wait and leave it, relaxing calmly around other dogs & people, and confidence with new experiences. Handlers will learn how to teach their dog controlled walking on a leash; sit, down, come and stay commands using the positive training techniques demonstrated in class.  The primary goal of this class will be to develop a happy, well-mannered family companion and create a positive relationship between the handler and dog.


    Prerequisite: None


    Length: 6 weeks

    Instructor: TBD

    GCOC Members: $60

    Non-members $90

    GCOC reserves the right to cancel or reschedule classes.

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