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Group Classes run 7 weeks and cost $100 per course across all levels—from Puppy Class for dogs 2-5 months old through competition-prep options like Advanced Novice and Rally Novice. The progression builds from basic skills through Sub-Novice heeling work and into ring preparation, with each level requiring completion of the previous course or equivalent skills. A Community Canine class is also available for dogs holding CGC certification or who have passed Beginner 2.

Private Lessons are offered at three pricing tiers based on how often you attend. Weekly lessons are $60 per session, bi-weekly lessons are $70, and drop-in sessions are $80. The more regularly you commit to training, the lower your per-session cost. Dogs from six months to ten years old are eligible for all lesson types. No other program types such as Group Classes or Board and Train are currently listed.

Group Classes cover the full progression from beginners to competition level. Introduction to Dog Agility and Foundation for Competition each run 5 weeks at $225 per course. Pre-Novice/Novice and Open/Excellent classes are also offered for dogs preparing to compete or already titling, though pricing for those levels isn't published. Dogs must be at least 10 months old and able to wait calmly on leash to start.

Board and Train programs range from 1 to 4 weeks, with shorter stays focused on on-leash work and longer programs building toward off-leash reliability. All include handoff sessions so owners learn the skills their dog practiced. A dedicated puppy program runs 2 weeks for dogs aged 12 to 20 weeks and includes follow-up sessions. Private Lessons and Group Classes are also offered. Pricing for all programs is available on request.

In-Home Training offers two options: $125 per session for puppies 8–12 weeks old, or $175 per session for older dogs and adolescents. Both include five-session packages at $625, making the puppy package particularly good value. Group Classes cover Puppy Kindergarten through two levels of Puppy Training, with vaccination requirements at each stage. Pricing for Group Classes isn't published yet, so you'll need to contact them directly for current rates.