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Our dog obedience classes help build a strong relationship between pet and handler by developing understanding and communication. Flexible training methods are employed for home management, problem solving and correction. Please note: • Dogs that display fear or aggression are not permitted in Park Authority classes. • Bring a shot record with proof of DHLA rabies and parvovirus shots to the first class. • All dogs must be legally licensed, vaccinated, wearing a visible dog license and leashed when entering or leaving the class area. • Check with instructor at first class for proper leashes, collars and other equipment. • An adult must stay with student if younger than 16 or does not have own transportation. • All classes are held outdoors. • Register the handler, not the dog; one
handler/one dog per registration.
• Some classes may have supply fees so check class descriptions for details. Any supply fees are payable to instructor at first class and are non-refundable.
Off-Leash Dogs Welcome in Special Dog Parks
Owners of well-mannered canines can take their pets to fenced, off-leash dog parks for free play, a good run or a friendly romp with other dogs. FCPA has eleven established dog parks: • Baron Cameron, 11300 Baron Cameron Ave.,
Reston • Blake Lane, 10033 Blake Lane, Oakton • Chandon, 900 Palmer Drive, Herndon • Dulles Station Community Park, 13707 Sayward Blvd, Herndon • Grist Mill, 4710 Mt. Vernon Memorial Hwy,
Alexandria • Lenclair, 6725 Lenclair St., Alexandria • Mason District, 6621 Columbia Pike,
Annandale. • Monticello Park, 5315 Guinea Road, Burke • Rock Hill District Park, 15150 Old Lee Road,
Centreville. • South Run, 7550 Reservation Drive, Springfield • Westgrove, 6801 Fort Hunt Road, Alexandria
Most of the Park Authority dog parks are public/ private partnerships, developed in cooperation with sponsoring organizations of pet owners. Volunteers assist with monitoring and cleaning up the facilities, making users aware of dog park rules and regulations and reporting maintenance needs to the Park Authority. Dog parks are open year-round from 7 a.m. to 30 minutes after sunset on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to 30 minutes after sunset on weekends and Federal holidays. Neither Fairfax County nor the Fairfax County Park Authority is liable for any injury or damage caused by any dog in the off-leash area. For off-leash dog park rules and regulations, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ parkrules/dogpark. htm, or call 703-324-8594
Dog Obedience Classes Puppy Kindergarten
(14-Adult) Puppies ages 10 to 23 weeks old will learn socialization and discipline fundamentals. Puppy owners learn how to address problems such as housebreaking, chewing and jumping. Puppies should wear a buckle collar and be up-to-date with shots.
4DA 8--55 minute lessons--$124 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Sa 12:30pm 6CD.LGP3 9/17 4DA OakMarREC T 6pm 6CD.L7EQ 9/13 4DA SoRunREC T 10am 6CD.BQT4 9/20 4DA SpHillREC Th 10am 6CD.CARM 9/15 4DA Wkfld/Moore W 11am 6CD.VU59 9/14 4DA
Dog Obedience I
(14-Adult) Includes home management, discipline and problem solving. Methods employed are affection and restraint. Dogs must be at least 6 months old.
4DA 8--55 minute lessons--$124
DDVA 8--55 minute lessons--$146 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 7:30pm 635.4JGX 9/14 4DA Frying Pan Pk Th 6:30pm 635.2J7F 9/15 4DA Frying Pan Pk Sa 9:30am 635.98RN 9/17 4DA OakMarREC T 7pm 635.3Y97 9/13 4DA OakMarREC T 9:15am 635.KUMA 9/13 4DA SoRunREC T 11am 635.O6RL 9/20 4DA SoRunREC F 9am 635.6NIO 9/23 4DA ProvREC Th 7pm V89.D4GA 9/22 DDVA SpHillREC Th 11am 635.81E5 9/15 4DA Wkfld/Moore W 12pm 635.6TMD 9/14 4DA Wkfld/Moore Sa 3pm V89.K042 9/17 DDVA
Dog Obedience I Family
(9-Adult) Class is designed for family units of two or three. Handlers learn together how to train their dog to sit, lie down, come, stay and walk on a leash. Class also includes home management and problem solving. No more than three family members and one dog per registration. One adult per family must be present at each class, and all family members must be age 9 or older. Dogs must be at least 6 months old.
4DB 8--55 minute lessons--$157 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 6:30pm 26E.BS7Y 9/14 4DB Frying Pan Pk Th 7:30pm 26E.KFP6 9/15 4DB Frying Pan Pk Sa 11:30am 26E.VKYX 9/17 4DB
Dog Obedience II
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog and owner must have completed a Fairfax County level I class or have permission of instructor. Dogs must be at least 8 months old and show no signs of aggression. Course will prepare the dog to successfully complete the AKC Canine Good Citizen test given on course completion.
4DA 8--55 minute lessons--$124
DDVA 8--55 minute lessons--$146 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk T 7:45pm C14.5EKB 9/13 4DA Frying Pan Pk Sa 10:30am C14.Y3RC 9/17 4DA OakMarREC T 8pm C14.PYH2 9/13 4DA OakMarREC T 10:15am C14.G9LM 9/13 4DA SoRunREC T 12pm C14.PUU9 9/20 4DA SoRunREC F 10am C14.G61E 9/23 4DA SpHillREC Th 12pm C14.ZM4K 9/15 4DA Wkfld/Moore W 1pm C14.W910 9/14 4DA Wkfld/Moore Sa 4pm M70.M2UV 9/17 DDVA
Dog Obedience Combo Class
(14-Adult) For owners and pets who have already had at least one dog obedience class session and wish to progress or brush up on levels II, III, and IV.
4DA 8--55 minute lessons--$124 Location Day Time Code Begin $
OakMarREC T 11:15am A82.3KQ5 9/13 4DA
K9 Nose Work
(14-Adult) K9 Nose Work is a great way to bond with your dogs, stimulate their curious minds, hone their obedience skills and build their confidence and focus. This class encourages dogs to use their sense of smell and natural instincts to search and problem solve as an outlet for their love of hunting. As a low-impact class, it is perfect for dogs of any age, size and personality.
DDVC 6--55 minute lessons--$110 Location Day Time Code Begin $
ProvREC Su 4:30pm 9D8.NQ4W 9/18 DDVC Wkfld/Moore F 7pm 9D8.GDB1 9/23 DDVC
K9 Nose Work II
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: K9 Nose Work I or equivalent. Build on skills learned in level I through different, more advanced activities. This low-impact class is perfect for dogs of any age, size and personality.
DDVC 6--55 minute lessons--$110 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Wkfld/Moore F 8pm X0I.1TMB 9/23 DDVC
Rally Obedience
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Completion of Fairfax County Dog Obedience II or permission of instructor. Rally obedience exercises and corresponding signs from the beginner through expert level are taught. Dogs must show no fear or aggression.
4DA 8--55 minute lessons--$124 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk T 6:30pm 126.PZ1F 9/13 4DA
Competitive Dog Agility
Competitive Dog Agility I
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Obedience I or equivalent. Dogs must have one primary handler for the entire session. This class focuses on basic skills needed to succeed in agility and to make agility a game your dog will love. A minimum of 75% class attendance and contact/target behavior is required for progression. Attendance at first class is mandatory. Dog and handler are assessed at first class.
4DE 6--55 minute lessons--$139 4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Su 10am A22.E856 9/18 4DE SoRunREC T 11am A22.4LCD 9/20 4DG
Competitive Dog Agility II
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility I. Dogs and handlers build on the skills introduced in Level I such as clicker training, building focus, attention and teamwork, targeting, basic handling and obstacle skills. Dogs are exposed to all agility equipment. Dogs must have one primary handler for the entire session. Attendance at first class is mandatory, and overall attendance is required for progression. Bring dogs to first class.
4DE 6--55 minute lessons--$139 4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Su 11am 7ED.FOSN 9/18 4DE SoRunREC T 9am 7ED.KW8Z 9/20 4DG
Competitive Dog Agility III
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility II. Class expands proficiency and builds performance confidence on all obstacles. Handlers and dogs must have a good working understanding of clicker and targeting, with strong emphasis on contact obstacles and weave poles. Teams begin to work off leash and improve attention, focus and teamwork. Students are encouraged to repeat this class to perfect obstacle performance. Overall attendance is required for progression. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC Th 11am 00F.Y660 9/22 4DG
Competitive Dog Agility IV
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility III or equivalent. Class focuses on advanced handling skills. Dogs must be able to work off leash and should exhibit appropriate performance and proficiency with all agility equipment. Focus is on handling skills, contact performance and short sequences. Overall attendance is required for progression. Bring dogs to first class.
4DE 6--55 minute lessons--$139 4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Th 7pm F02.K8ZL 9/15 4DE SoRunREC Th 10am F02.J6O8 9/22 4DG
Competitive Dog Agility V
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility IV or equivalent with permission of instructor. Class is aimed at preparing dog/handler teams to compete. Hone your handling skills and learn what it takes to compete at agility trials. Strong emphasis on advanced handling sequences involving full courses. Dogs must be able to perform straight up 12 weaves, full-height teeter and be confident and capable of taking commands at a distance. Handlers must be able to control their off-lead dogs at all times. Bring dogs to first class.
4DE 6--55 minute lessons--$139 4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk Th 8pm EBF.2LDX 9/15 4DE SoRunREC Th 9am EBF.CRIW 9/22 4DG
Contacts, Weaves and Teeters
(14-Adult) Prerequisite: Competitive Dog Agility I or II or equivalent skill level with permission from instructor. Class helps dog/handler teams gain the skills and training criteria for consistent performance of the contacts, weaves and teeter. Emphasis is on the training steps and required behaviors needed to successfully perform these obstacles. Handlers must be able to control offlead dogs at all times. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC T 10am A45.ED5U 9/20 4DG
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Obedience I. Class offers an introduction to dog agility. This class is not competition oriented. Dogs must be at least 1 year old. Dogs and handlers learn teamwork, targeting and handling skills basics. Class utilizes agility equipment. Attendance at first class is required. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 6pm 859.P3L3 9/14 4DG Frying Pan Pk Sa 11am 859.6GGM 9/17 4DG Frying Pan Pk Sa 12pm 859.8EDH 9/17 4DG SoRunREC M 11:30am 859.TLM3 9/19 4DG SoRunREC W 11am 859.GBOB 9/21 4DG
Dog Agility for the Fun of It II
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Agility for the Fun of it I or Dog Agility I. More fun with agility sequences and obstacle performance. Dogs must know obedience behaviors sit, lie down, stay and come and be reliable off leash. Confidence in performing contact obstacles (A-frame and dog walk) is required. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 7pm 585.0VL3 9/14 4DG Frying Pan Pk Sa 10am 585.5TV0 9/17 4DG SoRunREC M 10:30am 585.MJF7 9/19 4DG SoRunREC W 10am 585.TWJ2 9/21 4DG
Dog Agility for Fun of It III
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Agility for the Fun of It II/ Competitive Dog Agility II. Class is designed for dogs with an excellent command of all equipment and handlers ready to learn skills such as front and rear crosses, serpentines and pinwheels. Full courses are run using all of the equipment. Dogs must be able to handle each apparatus off leash. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
Frying Pan Pk W 8pm 1B0.GLOF 9/14 4DG Frying Pan Pk Sa 9am 1B0.NLZB 9/17 4DG SoRunREC M 9:30am 1B0.UJ5E 9/19 4DG SoRunREC W 9am 1B0.54XR 9/21 4DG
Dog Agility for Fun of It IV
(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Dog Agility for the Fun of It III/Competitive Dog Agility III. Class is designed for dogs with an excellent command of all equipment and handlers who want to learn advanced skills. Full courses are run using all of the equipment. Dogs must be able to handle each apparatus off leash. Bring dogs to first class.
4DG 8--55 minute lessons--$185 Location Day Time Code Begin $
SoRunREC M 8:30am 645.OH2C 9/19 4DG
