Classes
FUNdamental Series
For those that want to have FUN learning while strengthening their Bond. The FUNdamental Series introduces a FUN approach to learning new skills, not only for the Dog, but the Owner as well. Not every dog nor owner learns the same way. This series breaks down the Foundation of a new skill and allows the dog and owner to learn what works for them. All classes in the FUNdamental Series are taught by the Academies Owner, Jen Wysock. Jen brings her experience from working with patients in the Physical Therapy setting to working with many different dog breeds and temperaments and years of attending and teaching training classes. The struggle is real, the traditional methods are not for everyone. The FUNdamental Series is here to Help educate the dog and handler in a new light.
FUNdamental Learning: Breaking the Barrier to Learning. Simplify, break the "Obedience" stigma and understand the behaviors. The "What's" and "Why's" are covered in this class. First class of this session will be without Dogs. This Class is Ideal for first time students/owners, newly rescued/adopted dogs and those with stress/anxiety.
FUNdamental Scent: Allow the Nose to know! The dog’s nose is powerful, here we will utilize that nose to ground and in air behavior to encourage the “find” and “search” using various scents and surfaces.
FUNdamental Tricks and Games: The FUN class! Why does learning have to be so rigid? For those that struggle with the traditional way of learning, Tricks and Games are here to help!
FUNdamental Mobility and Balance: This class is geared towards the Handler! Does your balance hinder your mobility? Do you have 2 left feet? Have you lost your balance running an agility sequence? Footwork, Mobility and Balance are the main focus, although strength and flexibility will be incorporated as well. This Class stems from Jen's background as a Certified Pilates Instructor and Physical Therapist specializing in Balance and Coordination. No Dogs allowed to this Class.
FUNdamental Fido Fitness: A class for BOTH, the handler and Dog. Here FUN Fitness is introduced. Strength, Balance, Stretches and Endurance.
Obedience
Basic obedience is an absolute must for all dog owners. Starting early is great, but virtually any dog can be trained at any age. We work with you to help your dog be the best behaved dog he can be!
Puppies
Get off to a good start with your puppy and we can help you avoid some of the typical behaviors inherent in puppies! Behavior and socialization are the key benefits.
Agility
Get off to a good start with your puppy and we can help you avoid some of the typical behaviors inherent in puppies! Behavior and socialization are the key benefits.
Tricks & More
Teaching any dog new tricks is a rewarding and fun way to share quality time with your treasured canine. Learn fun things and useful things in this great class!
Just for Juniors
Just for Juniors is for those 8-18 that are interested in learning about Dogs. Classes will cover various topics from Handling to Health Care, Manners to Performance. The Just for Juniors Program is the First of its kind on the Treasure Coast. Juniors will learn all aspects of dog ownership and responsibility. Working with dogs has been shown to increase self-esteem, empathy, compassion, confidence and cognition. Dogs are not required for all classes. For those Juniors without a dog, they can still participate as the Academy will have "training" dogs available to team with.
Scent Work
Scent Work, a Fun and Mentally Stimulating sport for dogs to utilize their keen sense of smell. Scent work is accessible to all types of dogs regardless of size, age, or breed. In Scent Work dogs will use their natural ability to smell and find the location of odors. Dogs are taught to indicate to their handler once found.
Scent Work is expanding beyond the traditional Q-Tips and is now incorporating Shed (antlers), lost items scented with human odor, and live quarry (safely caged).
Scent Work is a team sport between the dog and handler, it will not only increase the dog’s confidence, but also builds the bond between owner and dog!
