Dry Camping takes place in the West parking lot. Please be courteous of how many parking spots you take up. This spot does NOT include water, or electric hookups for the duration of your stay. Absolutley NO dumping of any kind. PLEASE only choose one Pet when you sign up, regardless of how many will be staying with you.
RV Camping with 50 amp electric are reserved spots, starting with 1 at the northeast corner of the building, going to 5 at the northwest corner, and 6 behind the northwest corner. There is no water or sewer available. Upon arrival look for your name near the electric box and remember to park detached vehicles in the normal parking lot instead of with RV's so there is ample spacing. PLEASE only choose one Pet when you sign up, regardless of how many will be staying with you. Here are a couple more reminders for staying at CSZ:
* Absolutely no GARBAGE should be put in the poop cans around the building. They are for poop ONLY.
* Garbage MUST be separated between garbage and recycle, and placed in the correct brown or blue garbage cans.
*Absolutely no dumping on our property at any time.
* Please note: Water hook up is not included or available during the event.
Thank you in advance,
The CSZ Team
Intro to K-9 Sports!
Curious about all the options in canine sports? Wonder which ones your dog might enjoy?
Our Intro to K-9 Sports Workshop is for you! Our workshop is packed full of allowing you to and your dog to learn more about each of these fun sports. You might be surprised which ones you and your dog are the most interested in!
All the sports we introduce during the workshop are focused on FUN, using positive dog training methods. Regardless if you plan to compete or not, we will get you and your furry friend set up for success!
Agility: The Discovery Workshop introduces your team to the foundations of Agility while keeping it fun and safe. This active and exciting sport is great for dogs of any age or height, and handlers who enjoy training.
Nose Work: Canine scent work has taken off in popularity for good reason! Using this natural skill for dogs, learn to teach your dog what scent to look for and how to indicate it. Great sport to bring out the detective in any dog! Great confidence builder!
Rally Obedience: This is not only a great dog sport, but also great for teaching necessary manners for your dog. Many folks use this class to prepare for Canine Good Citizen, or many other titles in addition to competing in Rally. In the workshop we will work stations of signs such as beginning leash heeling, sit, down and recall. Great confidence builder!
Flyball: Flyball is an exciting, fast-paced dog team relay sport you can play with your best friend and family. Any dog is eligible to play flyball, no pedigree papers required for this game. Flyball is about having fun with your pet and running the best you possibly can with other people who love their pets too.
Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 3 months old. Dogs must be able to work comfortably around other dogs and handlers. Dogs love this workshop and it is a great way to test drive several dog sports; however dog sports can be exciting and are not ideal for dogs with dog-dog aggression or on-leash arousal concerns. No flexi-leashes, prong, choke, or e-collars allowed.
A. Life Skills for Sport Dogs (Training Room) $135.00
Your sport dog is brilliant! And yet... they have a creepy start line. Or they struggle when the reward is off your body. Or they don't engage in play. Or they find other dogs' motion a little too exciting. Life Skills for Sport Dogs addresses the foundations for your sport foundations--the building blocks of a clear-headed competitor. Whether you have a grown-up athlete or a young prospect, this is your chance to build engagement, clarify communication, and prepare for high-arousal environments.
Prerequisites: Dogs must be at least 3 months old. Dogs must be able to work comfortably around other dogs and handlers. Dog sports can be exciting and are not ideal for dogs with dog-dog aggression or on-leash arousal concerns. No flexi-leashes, prong, choke, or e-collars allowed.
Agility Foundations (Formerly Agility 1 for Puppies and Dogs)
This class covers the foundations needed for the exciting sport of agility. A successful agility team starts with a strong relationship between dog and handler. This relationship is the focal point for communicating and teaching the skills needed for each of the obstacles. Whether a first time agility handler or an experienced handler starting a new dog, the games, body awareness and skills taught in this class establish the foundation for success. Like all of our classes, we hand pick our instructors for teaching this very important class which is the "foundation" for success in Agility.
Prerequisites: Puppies/Dogs should be at least 12-weeks-old & have a sit stay. While we keep our class size small, all dogs must be comfortable in the presence of other dogs & people.
Those that have taken Intro to K9 Sports will receive priority registration for this class.
*If the class you want is full, please register for the Email/Wait List for that class level. You will be notified of the upcoming session or in the chance there is a cancellation.
We are a positive reinforcement training facility. Absolutely no correction (e-collar, or other) collars are to be used at Canine Sports Zone
Advanced Foundations
This class introduces more agility obstacles while continuing to build on obstacle performance, body awareness & teamwork learned in Agility Foundations class.
Prerequisites: Dogs must complete Agility Foundations Class or have instructor or office approval before registering.
We are a positive reinforcement training facility. Absolutely no correction (e-collar, or other) collars are to be used at Canine Sports Zone
Agility Skills
This class will focus on agility skills and drills and handling on the flat.
*Lateral Sends to jumps and tunnels!
*Tunnel sends from multiple locations
*180's and 270's - teach independence!
*Serpentine's
*Front, Rear and Blind Cross Drills
*Table Work (create DRIVE for the table!)
*Start line stays and Stopped Contacts
The class is ideal for dogs that have completed Advanced Foundations class, AND also those experienced handlers that have a young dog.
Prerequisite: Dogs that have completed Agility Foundations and Advanced Foundations or with instructor or office approval before registering.
Ready to start jumping? Want to set your dogs jumping off on the right paw? Then this class is for you! The focus of this class is on the details of proper form and use of the dog's body for jumping in collection or extension - away and towards the handlers position. Teaching them the fine points of how to use their bodies correctly to encourage effortless, efficient jumping, while reading the location of their handler so they can determine if an organized stride is needed, or not. We cover several of the basic jumping skills needed on most courses to set your team up for success! Great also for dogs already jumping but would benefit from the focused details of understanding how to use their bodies, especially in collection.
Prerequisites: Beg Agility Skills. Dogs must be fully grown (growth plates closed) and minimum of age 1. If you are unsure if your dog's growth plates are closed, please check with your veterinarian.
Beginning Handling
This class further strengthens independent obstacle performance, full height contacts for those ready, & introduces handling of sequences.
Prerequisites: Dogs must complete “Agility Foundations", "Advanced Foundations” and "Agility Skills" or have instructor or office approval before registering. Dogs also must have a minimum of a 10' reliable sit or down stay to register for this class.
*$10/clean up fee for soiling on turf is in effect at all times.
Beginning Handling This class further strengthens independent obstacle performance, full height contacts for those ready, & introduces handling of sequences. Prerequisites: Dogs must complete “Agility Foundations", "Advanced Foundations” and "Agility Skills" or have instructor or office approval before registering. Dogs also must have a minimum of a 10' reliable sit or down stay to register for this class. *$10/clean up fee for soiling on turf is in effect at all times.
Serious about starting your teeter training? Have you envisioned what you would like your dog's teeter performance to be? Is the dog driving to the end of the board at full controlled speed without pausing at the pivot point? Where is the dog's weight when they are riding the teeter down? Do they hold the completed position until released?
It's important to know what you want the performance to be, before you start training, then develop the plan to achieve it.
Using the table to table method, this class will put emphasis on building a confident and reliable teeter. Keep in mind, every dog learns at a different rate and has a different training history with its handler.
When your ready to get your teeter trained, this is the class & method for you! The end result of your dog's teeter will reflect the amount of outside class time you are able to train the skills discussed each week. You will need to plan several training session with your dog outside of class time, that involve having access to a teeter and 2 tables.
There is a LOT of training time needed between your scheduled weekly classes and your instructor will give you homework to work on. The Odie arena here at CSZ is set up so you can schedule teeter training time if you do not have access to a teeter at home. As the independent training time for this and the weaves class is high, we do not recommend taking the Weaves and Teeter classes in the same session.
Prerequisites:
* Dogs should be comfortable and happily able to play tug or eat cookies on a wobble board & 12" discs - having things move under their paws. If they are not, we are happy to assist you to progress on this by calling our office for assistance.
* Dogs need a good understanding of the 2-on-2-off position (or 4 on for dogs under 14lbs), with handler a minimum of 5' away to get the most out of teeter training you will receive in this class
INTRO TO TEETER VIDEO: Teeter
* Dogs must be over 1 year of age to begin this class - firm
*$10/clean up fee for soiling on turf is in effect at all times.
With the class you will receive:
* 1 hour weekly small-group lessons
* 1 - 30 minute ring time session (can be scheduled via our online scheduler). This free session is non-refundable if not used, but can be used up to 30 days after the class ends.
Ready? This Extreme Weaves class is for those teams that wish to work on the toughest of weave entries. We will look at how to grow or strengthen reliable weaves regardless of the handlers motion (or lack there of!). In addition to weekly training information, we will work sequences leading up to these entrances so dogs will not be working weaves for the full hour. Be ready to move & have fun!
Prerequisites: 2 Masters/Elite legs & a reliable sit/say
Handling!
This class will teach teams how to understand and execute handling options. Our instructors have years of experience in course design, that will provide challenges for all levels of handling. Course analysis & discussion will lead each class. This class is proven to be thought provoking, team building, supportive, and packed with fun!
Prerequisites: Dogs should have a minimum 1 jump lead out, can perform contact criteria at minimum 3' distance & have completed Beginning Handling classes or have instructor or office approval
* Dogs under 1 year of age are not allowed to jump higher then wrist height in any CSZ class.
Handling!
This class will teach teams how to understand and execute handling options. Our instructors have years of experience in course design, that will provide challenges for all levels of handling. Course analysis & discussion will lead each class. This class is proven to be thought provoking, team building, supportive, and packed with fun!
Prerequisites: Dogs should have a minimum 1 jump lead out, can perform contact criteria at minimum 3' distance & have completed Beginning Handling classes or have instructor or office approval
* Dogs under 1 year of age are not allowed to jump higher then wrist height in any CSZ class.
Go with the Flow!
This class builds on the handling skills learned in Handling class and adds in distance, helping students refine their timing, become proficient at course analysis, running more complicated 'Masters Challenge' type sequences. Put on your speedy shoes & get ready to run!
Prerequisites: Dogs must complete Handling or be competing at the Masters Level.
* Dogs under 1 year of age are not allowed to jump higher then wrist height in any CSZ class.
Masters/International Challenge Class
This class builds on the skills learned in “Handling” helping students refine their timing, become proficient at course analysis, running more complicated/international/'Masters Challenge' type sequences. Put on your speedy shoes & get ready to run!
Prerequisites: Dogs must complete at least 2 Handling classes, or be competing at the Masters Level. Dogs must be proficient on ALL equipment, and a verbal 10’ minimum send to the backside of a jump.
* Dogs under 1 year of age are not allowed to jump higher then wrist height in any CSZ class.
L. Turning on the Jumps A - 3 Weeks (Clifford) $73.00
For the teams that have mastered most or all of the advanced skills required for international-style courses, such as weave and obstacle independence, backside independence, distance work, verbals, flicks, threadles, threadle rears, "in", hinter, ketchker, etc. Class will work on complex international coursework, using different handling skills on some of the same sequences, to find the best solutions for the challenges.
Pre-requisites: dogs must be proficient in all obstacles; handler and dog must have completed minimum of 6 TOJ sessions with attendance of at least 5/6 classes in each session.
L. Turning on the Jumps B - 3 Weeks (Clifford) $73.00
For teams that are interested in acquiring the skills needed for international-style courses. We will focus on teaching the advanced skills that will be the foundation for successfully running higher level international courses: weave and obstacle independence, backside independence, distance work, verbals, flicks, threadles, threadle rears, "in", hinter, ketchker, etc. Classes will emphasize teaching the skills and applying them in short sequences.
Pre-requisites: dogs must be proficient in all obstacles with 10ft of distance between dog and handler.
Flyball is an exciting, fast-paced four dog team relay sport you can play with your best friend and family. Any dog is eligible to play flyball, no pedigree papers required for this game. Dogs of all breeds or multiple breeds are welcome. Flyball is about having fun with your pet and running the best you possibly can with other people who love their pets too.
Dog and handler must have completed previous obedience classes (dogs need to be familiar with restrained recalls, sit-stays and be comfortable around other dogs) or received prior approval from instructor. Please keep in mind this is an exciting sport! The dogs love it and need to be comfortable around other dogs in an excited state. This is not a sport for dogs with dog-dog aggression.
N. Intermediate Nose Work Class (Training Room) $140.00
This class is for dogs that have attended the beginning classes and have tested into this class.
Attendees will continue to develop handler skills, will introduce the teams to additional search areas and focus on all the elements of K9 Nose Work®, Container searches, Interior searches, Vehicle searches and Exterior Searches.
Dogs have an amazing sense of smell and a natural desire to hunt. The sport of K9 Nose Work is designed to develop your dog’s natural scenting abilities by using their desire to hunt and their love of toys, food and exercise. It’s a great way for your dog to have fun, build confidence, and burn lots of mental and physical energy. For additional information visit www.k9nosework.com.
All dogs work one at a time, and will be crated during their down time. This class is great for shy dogs and helps them become more confident in new environments. This class can be repeated many times as the level of difficulty will be adjusted as the dog gains better skills. They will have an opportunity to build confidence in new environments and working around obstacles without the stress of interactions with other dogs.
What you'll need to bring to class: crate, flat collar, leash and high value treats/toys.
O. Rally Foundations - Novice (Training Room) $135.00
In this class we will introduce you to the Novice level signs and go over the techniques to perform them. You will get time to practice the skills in class each week with a fun novice level course at the end to test your skills.
Rally Obedience is a great way to build and strengthen your bond with your dog while learning skills that can transfer into other sports or daily life.
Skills needed: none
Will need 4-6 ft leash and a flat buckle collar, martingale or slip lead (no tags)
Lots of small bite sized treats
P. Focus For Competition Obedience Intermediate $130.00
This class is all about expanding the skills needed for your competition toolbox! It is for those who are looking to improve their skills with a goal of competing at obedience or rally. Handlers must be willing to use reinforcers such as food, toys, praise, and play while working with their dogs. Skills worked on will include maximizing engagement, finding and maintaining heel position, perch work, heeling with enjoyment, fronts & finishes, and stays with confidence.
Prerequisites: Dog must be at least 6 months old. Must be proficient at basic obedience skills: sit, down, stay, come when called. Heeling should be started but doesn't need to be ring ready. Must have taken Focus for Competition Obedience at Canine Sports Zone or provide video of proficiency. This will be a busy class with short demos and everyone working on a skill simultaneously. Aggressive or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.
In this beginning class you will learn about AKC tracking. We will cover rules and regulations for TD/TDU levels and work in the field to get your dog started tracking. All dogs have the ability to track, regardless of age or breed. If your dog is always sniffing and you are always telling him/her to “quit sniffing” give tracking a try! Your dog will be so happy you did.
Equipment needed: Flat buckle collar, non restrictive harness, longer leash (10-12’), water, treats and articles. (First week of class will be without dogs to explain scent, rules and needed equipment.)
Note: Handlers must be willing to be outdoors and be prepared for varying temperatures, and bugs. Long pants and closed shoes will be required to be worn. Handlers must be able to walk long distances on uneven ground and in varying levels of "cover" in a safe manner.
***After the first class, we will travel to different locations each week as we progress through the session.***
Prerequisite: At least 6 months old and work friendly towards other people and dogs when on and off leash. Must have taken Intro to Tracking Workshop.
Training time in Astro Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one,) This is a great option for those familiar with jumps and tunnels to practice learned skills with their dog. If a course is set in this ring, equipment should not be moved. If you want to set up your own, the Odie ring is ideal for this! Occasionally contact equipment will be set up in Odie. If equipment is outside (along the walls) of the usable ring space, it is NOT available for use during your rental. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Astro Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one,) This is a great option for those familiar with jumps and tunnels to practice learned skills with their dog. If a course is set in this ring, equipment should not be moved. If you want to set up your own, the Odie ring is ideal for this! Occasionally contact equipment will be set up in Odie. If equipment is outside (along the walls) of the usable ring space, it is NOT available for use during your rental. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Clifford Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great option for those dogs/teams who are already trained on ALL full height equipment to practice in sequence learned skills with their dog. A course is preset in this ring, equipment should not be moved. Please limit your teeter training in Clifford to full teeter performances only. This teeter is only intended for use as a fully trained independent, one direction teeter performed by a dog. Do not prop or catch the teeter, or use a table to catch it. If you want to set up your own equipment or train the teeter, the Odie ring is ideal for this! No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended, at any time, for any reason during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Clifford Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great option for those dogs/teams who are already trained on ALL full height equipment to practice in sequence learned skills with their dog. A course is preset in this ring, equipment should not be moved. Please limit your teeter training in Clifford to full teeter performances only. This teeter is only intended for use as a fully trained independent, one direction teeter performed by a dog. Do not prop or catch the teeter, or use a table to catch it. If you want to set up your own equipment or train the teeter, the Odie ring is ideal for this! No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended, at any time, for any reason during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Contact training time in Odie Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This option is for practicing your contact equipment training (dog walk, A-Frame and teeter). No instruction is available during this time. DO NOT move the A-frame or teeter. DO NOT change the height of the dogwalk. DO NOT change the height of the A-Frame unless you have two people. Dogs MUST NOT be on leash when on the contact equipment. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
T. Odie Contact Training Ring Time 30 mins. $12.50
Contact training time in Odie Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This option is for practicing your contact equipment training (dog walk, A-Frame and teeter). No instruction is available during this time. DO NOT move the A-frame or teeter. DO NOT change the height of the dogwalk. DO NOT change the height of the A-Frame unless you have two people. Dogs MUST NOT be on leash when on the contact equipment. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Odie Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great option for those familiar with jumps, tunnels, teeter, table, tire, channel weaves, 2x2 weaves, and competition weaves to practice already learned skills with their dog. If you want a course pre-set, the Astro ring usually has a preset jumpers & tunnels course. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Odie Ring for you and your dog. (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great option for those familiar with jumps, tunnels, teeter, table, tire, channel weaves, 2x2 weaves, and competition weaves to practice already learned skills with their dog. If you want a course pre-set, the Astro ring usually has a preset jumpers & tunnels course. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Training Ring for you and your dog! (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great matted large room for those wanting to practice Obedience, Rally, Conformation, Nose work, or puppy/beginning dog agility. Foundation and Obedience training aids that are in the Training Room are available for you to use during your rental. At the end of your rental, please returning training aids to where you found them. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
Training time in Training Ring for you and your dog! (Please only select one dog when registering, even if you plan to bring more than one.) This is a great matted large room for those wanting to practice Obedience, Rally, Conformation, Nose work, or puppy/beginning dog agility. Foundation and Obedience training aids that are in the Training Room are available for you to use during your rental. At the end of your rental, please returning training aids to where you found them. No instruction is available during this time. It is important to not leave your dog unattended at any time during your rental ring time. Thank you!
W. Coursework with Application of International Skills (Clifford) $75.00
This workshop is for those who want to work on international skills within a full course. We will focus on skills such as threadle wraps, flicks, layers, weave pole challenges, and discrimination in high speed lines. Dogs must be proficient on all equipment.
W. Maximize your Gamblers Points! (Clifford) $75.00
This workshop is all about Gamblers! It’s just as much for you as a handler as it is for your dog. We will discuss the rules, how to maximize points, how to create a plan based on your individual dog’s strengths and weaknesses, and how to execute that plan. This workshop will focus on UKI type Gamblers. Dogs must be proficient on all equipment.
This workshop is for times on course when the handler is behind the dog and needing to apply clear direction. Topics will include:
- verbal understanding
- helping the dog look forward
- handler motion, connection, and technical points
- return to handler for technical handling after working distance
Dogs must be at least 1.5 years old and proficient on all equipment.
W. Young Dogs Jumps/Uprights, Tunnels, and Toys! (Clifford) $105.00
Get ready for games that are fun and highly reinforced to work on short sequences. These sequences will include send & go, obstacle commitment, commitment to GO-lines parallel commitment, verbals, and more! Appropriate for young dogs that are going through uprights and tunnels. Young dogs over the age of 1 can have raised bars.