April 2025

Register for all classes here: 
pocketsuite.io/book/k9obedienceclub​
Enrollment ends 2 days prior to the start of class
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All classes run for 7 weeks and meet once weekly for 1 hour unless otherwise noted
All classes cost $140 for the 7 week course
active club members receive a discount on classes

CLASS INFORMATION​
Follow this link to the Trainers/Instructor page to learn more about our instructors
 
ENROLLING IN A CLASS
  • Class terms start in September, November, January, March, and May  
    • ​Classes are typically posted at the end of the month of the current term - October, December, February, April, and August
  • Classes offered are subject to instructor availability and weather
  • Enrollment must be completed at least 2 days prior to the start of class
  • All enrollment is done online through PocketSuite (pocketsuite.io/book/k9obedienceclub​)
  • Email our training director ([email protected]) with any questions, enrollment issues or to pay via PayPal, include the subject "K-9 Obedience + Class Name"
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NO CLASS MAKE-UPS
  • ​Ensure you can attend all the class dates as they are posted
  • No refunds are giving once a class starts

CLASS CANCELLATIONS
  • Class schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather
  • Students are responsible for knowing how their instructor will contact them in the event of a class cancellation
  • ALWAYS check your instructor communication and weather forecast for K-9 Obedience Club before arriving at class       
                 
 OBSERVING A CLASS
  • Walk-ins are NOT permitted, but we encourage you to visit our facility and observe a class
  • Contact the class instructor directly to schedule your class observation visit
 
CLOSED-TOE SHOES
  • Everyone on the K-9 property MUST wear closed-toe shoes, this includes observers and handlers
Mondays
ADVANCED RALLY Instructor: Stacy Payne
Monday: 6:30-7:30 PM Ring B/C Start 5/19/25, end 6/30/25
Prerequisites: Beginner/Intermediate Rally or Advanced Obedience & Rally Skills
click here for description  

Tuesdays
S.T.A.R. PUPPY Instructor: Olivia Sayer
Tuesday: 6:00-7:00 PM Ring A Start 5/6/25, end 6/17/25 
click here for description 

ADVANCED RALLY Instructor: Olivia Sayer
Tuesday: 7:15-8:15 PM Ring B/C Start 5/6/25, end 6/17/25 
Prerequisites: Beginner/Intermediate Rally or Advanced Obedience & Rally Skills
click here for description  

Wednesdays
CONFORMATION DROP-IN'S Instructor: Becca Grinsell
Wednesday 7:15-8:15 PM Rings B & C on-going, drop-In 
$10 first dog, $5 second dog with the same handler click here for description
Thursdays
ADVANCED PUPPY 1 Instructor: Amy T.
Thursday: 6:00-7:00 PM Ring A Start 5/1/25, end 6/12/25
Prerequisite: S.T.A.R. Puppy
click here for description

CANINE GOOD CITIZEN PREP Instructor: Amy T.
Thursday: 7:15-8:15 PM Ring A Start 5/1/25, end 6/12/25
Prerequisite: Advanced Puppy 2 or instructor referral
click here for description
IMPORTANT Class information​
Follow this link to the Trainers/Instructor page to learn more about our instructors
 
ENROLLING IN A CLASS
  • Class terms start in September, November, January, March, and May  
    • ​Classes are typically posted at the end of the month of the current term - October, December, February, and April
  • Classes offered are subject to instructor availability and weather
  • Enrollment must be completed at least 2 days prior to the start of class
  • All enrollment is done online through PocketSuite (pocketsuite.io/book/k9obedienceclub​)
  • Email our training director ([email protected]) with any questions or enrollment issues, include the subject "K-9 Obedience + Class Name"

NO CLASS MAKE-UPS
  • Ensure you can attend all the class dates as they are posted
  • No refunds are giving once a class starts

CLASS CANCELLATIONS
  • Class schedules are subject to change due to inclement weather
  • Students are responsible for knowing how their instructor will contact them in the event of a class cancellation
  • ALWAYS check your instructor communication and weather forecast for K-9 Obedience Club before arriving at class       
                 
 OBSERVING A CLASS
  • Walk-ins are NOT permitted, but we encourage you to visit our facility and observe a class
  • Contact the class instructor directly to schedule your class observation visit
 
CLOSED-TOE SHOES
  • Everyone on the K-9 property MUST wear closed-toe shoes, this includes observers and handlers
AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) & Trick Testing 

K-9 schedules the CGC & Trick testing periodically during the year. Check "Show N Go" page for the next testing date. 
The CGC test costs $20 per dog, CASH Only

Equipment not permitted per AKC: Non-pulling devices such as head halters, harnesses with leash clipped to dog's chest area, and prong collars.  Leash should be made from leather or nylon. Retractable leashes are not permitted.
 
Not sure if your dog is ready? Review the CGC 10 test items here:  AKC Canine Good Citizen Test
Additional Training Resources

Puppy Socialization: What It Is and How to Do it 
​By Marge Rogers and Eileen Anderson

Life Skills for Puppies 
by Zuich & Mills

Perfect Puppy in 7 Days 
by Dr. Sophia Yin, D.V.M. and Animal Behaviorist. 
Dr. Yin’s web site is filled with lots of free training articles and video clips. 
https://drsophiayin.com/resources/dog_behavior/

How To Behave So Your Dog Behaves 
by Dr. Sophia Yin, D.V.M.  
ALL CLASSES HELD AT
K-9 Obedience Club Of Jacksonville
2638 Powers Ave
Jacksonville, FL 32207