{"id":19,"date":"2017-10-03T06:57:33","date_gmt":"2017-10-03T12:57:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/?page_id=19"},"modified":"2025-11-02T16:23:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T23:23:21","slug":"training","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/","title":{"rendered":"Training"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>Class Overview<\/h3>\n<p>The club offers various classes to help you and your dog build relationships and discover what you are interested in.\u00a0 There is a class for you, whether that be basic obedience classes to help you get started working together as a team, or whether you are interested in having some fun with your dog, running, jumping, scenting, tracking, or performing tricks.<\/p>\n<p>Many of the classes are designed to support you in your efforts to attend\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.akc.org\/events\/\">AKC<\/a> events and trials.\u00a0 These trials will provide your dog the opportunity to earn titles and certificates.\u00a0 Even if you have no intention of this type of formal recognition, you and your dog will learn a great deal from the classes.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the classes offered are:<\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/agility-training\/\">Agility<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Develop teamwork through an obstacle course including jumps, tunnels, and weave poles.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-120 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0092-300x201.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0092-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0092-600x402.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0092-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0092-1024x685.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/agility-training\/\">Learn more about agility&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/nosework-classes\/\">Scent Work<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Develop a keener sense of smell to identify various scents.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-320\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/2017-10-11_07h33_54.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"247\" height=\"179\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/nosework-classes\/\">Learn more about nose work&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/obedience-training\/\">Obedience<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Train and condition your dog to behave well at home, in public places, and in the presence of other dogs and people.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-121\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/IMG_3005-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/IMG_3005-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/IMG_3005-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/IMG_3005-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/IMG_3005-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/obedience-training\/\">Learn more about obedience training&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/s-t-a-r-puppy\/\">S.T.A.R. Puppy<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Develop a strong foundation of training for a new puppy.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-65\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0072-e1507040883909-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0072-e1507040883909-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/DSC_0072-e1507040883909.jpg 514w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/s-t-a-r-puppy\/\">Learn more about star puppy classes&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/tracking\/\">Tracking<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Develop a dog&#8217;s natural ability to locate and follow a person&#8217;s scent.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-122 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435-244x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"244\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435-244x300.jpg 244w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435-600x737.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435-768x943.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435-834x1024.jpg 834w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Tracking1-2015-e1507052575435.jpg 1731w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 244px) 100vw, 244px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/training\/tracking\/\">Learn more about tracking classes&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/trick-dog\/\">Trick Dog<\/a><\/h4>\n<p>Perform tricks with your dog.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-5080 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2019-11-25_09h52_30-237x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"237\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2019-11-25_09h52_30-237x300.png 237w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/2019-11-25_09h52_30.png 304w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/trick-dog\/\">Learn more about trick dog classes&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Fit Dog<\/h3>\n<p>Improve and maintain the fitness and health of your dog.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-14554\" src=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-681x1024.jpg 681w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-768x1155.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-1021x1536.jpg 1021w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-1362x2048.jpg 1362w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-600x902.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/DSC_1855-scaled.jpg 1702w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/product\/fit-dog-january-2026-wednesday-night-800-pm-class\/\">Learn more about our Fit Class<\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Experienced Trainers<\/h3>\n<p>These classes are taught by experienced club members.\u00a0 The trainers have successfully trained their own dogs for various events and titles.\u00a0 The trainers are able to offer real life solutions to help you with your dog.<\/p>\n<h3>Registration<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>PRE-REGISTRATION is required.<\/li>\n<li>Classes are limited to space available.\u00a0 Register early to secure your spot.<\/li>\n<li>Registration is accepted on a first come, first served basis.<\/li>\n<li>Registration should be completed online using the online store.\u00a0 Your slot is reserved when you have finished checking out.\u00a0 You will receive a confirmation email when your order is complete.<\/li>\n<li>If the class shows as &#8220;Out of Stock&#8221;, the class is full<\/li>\n<li>If the class is full you may add your name to a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usrvdtc.org\/site\/class-waiting-list\/\">waiting list<\/a> in the case that a slot opens up.<\/li>\n<li>Online payment options for PayPal are available.\u00a0 If you plan to use a credit card, select the PayPal option.<\/li>\n<li>Once the online registration is complete, you should receive a confirmation email, including your order number. Save this confirmation for future reference. Should you not receive this confirmation email, please contact the training director listed below.<\/li>\n<li>Class registration will be closed no later than one week prior to the class start date.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Classes<\/h3>\n<p>The available classes are listed below.\u00a0 To register, please select the class in which you are interested.<\/p>\n\n<h3>Cost<\/h3>\n<p>Costs are for the entire duration of the class, not a weekly rate.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard Rate: $100.00<\/li>\n<li>Senior Discount (55 and older): $80.00<\/li>\n<li>Second Dog in Same Family for a single class: $85.00<\/li>\n<li>Inactive Club Members: $50.00<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Cancellation Fees<\/h3>\n<div>Attention: If you cancel your registration, there will be a cancellation\/processing fee which will be deducted from the refund. 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