About our Classes
Our Classes are Different
We do things differently at My Dogs Gym!
Classes are limited to four or fewer students each lesson so we can give you lots of attention for faster learning.
Our instructors are great dog trainers as well as experienced instructors of adults. We are graduates of the Karen Pryor Academy of Animal Behavior and Training (KPA-CTP). We have also all taught adults in our professional careers.
Most of our classes are in -lesson blocks and may be repeated. First lesson may be without your dog to orientate you to our program, do some human skill building and a homework assignment.
Most dogs and their owners begin with the Star Dog Class then move on to higher level classes when you have the skills to succeed
Classes are NOT currently held at the new residence pending approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Summer Schedule
Summer classes begin the week of July 5, 2022 on the lawn of the State Archives Building unless noted elsewhere.
Tuesday
6 pm Scent Work beginning July 19. This is a mixed class of dogs at any level of scent work. Beginners will start by finding treats in containers while more advanced times will be searching for treats, or treats paired with odor in exterior environments and/or containers. 6 week class limited to 7 students. Instructor Judi
6 pm Star Dog beginning July 19. Learn the basics of using operant conditioning, often called clicker training, while your dog learns basic skills for a lifetime of learning. 6 week class, limited to 4 students Instructor Lori
Wednesday - Drop In
6 pm Handling Skills beginning July 19. This is a mixed class with each handler defining the skills to be worked on during class. Suggestions include Conformation stance & gait; Polite Walking/Heel Work, Focus & Coming when Called; Waiting and staying in place, Tricks Instructor Judi
6 pm Urban Exercise. Apply basic skills learned in earlier classes in an urban setting. Emphasis on managing distractions, polite walking, greeting strangers, tricks.
Instructor permission required. Limited to 4 students Instructor Nancy
Wednesday - Drop In
6 pm Handling Skills beginning July 5. This is a mixed class with each handler defining the skills to be worked on during class. Suggestions include Conformation stance & gait; Polite Walking/Heel Work, Focus & Coming when Called; Waiting and staying in place, Tricks Instructor Judi
6 pm Urban Exercise. Apply basic skills learned in earlier classes in an urban setting. Emphasis on managing distractions, polite walking, greeting strangers, tricks.
Instructor permission required. Limited to 4 students Instructor Nancy
More Class Schedule
Other days
Some of our instructors also offer classes during the day on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Location varies and is frequently limited to private or semi-private lessons. Some class offerings during these times:
Puppy Playtime, Star Dog, Zoom to Zen, Pet Therapy, Tricks, cyber lessons via Zoom Contact us for details
What do lessons at the gym cost?
Class Prices
Drop in Classes
Group Lessons
We have adjusted our prices to better reflect the cost associated with helping you and your dog develop great skills and behaviors
Group Lessons
Drop in Classes
Group Lessons
Single group lesson $30
6 lesson package $150
12 lesson package $250
18 lesson package $290
Lessons usually 45 minutes
Drop in Classes
Drop in Classes
Drop in Classes
Single drop in session $15
6 drop in session Package $66
may require sign up in advance
Multi Dog Drop In Same Handler, Same Lesson or Same Day
2 dogs $26, 3 dogs $35
Private Lessons
Multi-Dog Discounts
Drop in Classes
Initial Assessment $90
4 session package $250
6 session package $330
Limits
Multi-Dog Discounts
Multi-Dog Discounts
Multi-packs do expire if not used.
6 lesson package good for 3 months from purchase
12 lesson package good for 4 months from purchase
18 lesson package good for 5 months from purchase
Multi-Dog Discounts
Multi-Dog Discounts
Multi-Dog Discounts
2 dogs participating in lessons on same day with same handler $55
3 dogs participating in lessons on same day with same handler $75