Group Classes in San Jose, CA: 7 Businesses

Group Classes range from $35 for a single agility intro session up to $330 for a six-week puppy course. The Puppy 1 (AKC S.T.A.R.) program runs six weeks at $330 and accepts puppies 2–10 months old with at least one parvo/distemper vaccine. Canine Good Citizen is $275 for six weeks. Agility courses span beginner through advanced levels, $250–$295 per course, with a $55 drop-in option for experienced teams.

Private Lessons are $250 per session, with an initial consultation required before ongoing training begins. Board and Train is priced at $200–$300 per day depending on the program, and dogs must be comfortable with people and other dogs in a home environment; a consultation and meet-and-greet are required beforehand. Group Classes are offered free of charge through a Training & Behavior Round Table format, with limited space and advance sign-up needed.

Group Classes run 6 weeks at $435 per course. The Basic Beginner level suits puppies, adolescents, dogs new to your home, or older dogs needing a refresher. A Graduate level, also 6 weeks at $435, continues skill-building for dogs who've completed earlier classes. Private Lessons are available at $300 per session for those wanting continued one-on-one work after group training wraps up.

Group Classes follow a four-level sequence, with each level running 7 weeks. Level I is $450, designed for puppies 16 weeks and older. Levels II through IV range from $400 to $425, with Level IV requiring completion of Level III or trainer approval. Private Lessons are $225 per session, with a 12-session package available at $1,795. Board and Train is $3,700 and includes handoff sessions, though not all dogs qualify for this program.

Private Lessons range from a 7-session basic course at $1,500 to a 20-session advanced program at $3,300, with a 12-session intermediate option at $2,400. Specialized working dog and service dog training are also available through Private Lessons, though pricing isn't published for those. Board and Train runs 30 to 60 days, $4,200 to $6,600, with boarding and follow-up sessions included; an elite tier exists but pricing isn't listed. Group Classes are offered with pricing on request.

Virtual Training offers two tiers: a six-month program at $497 with follow-up sessions, or the Platinum Package at $997 with follow-up sessions and lifetime support. Board and Train runs four weeks with handoff sessions included, though pricing isn't published. Private Lessons are also available with pricing on request. Group Classes come in three formats—Zoom, in-person, and semi-private—and are open to returning clients only; pricing for these is available on inquiry.

Group Classes span a wide range of topics, from foundational skills like Basic Manners, Intermediate Manners, and Better Leash Manners and Recall, through to competition preparation such as Show Novice, Show Rally, Foundations for Competitive Obedience, and Scent Work. Specialty offerings include Clicks for Tricks, Introduction to Rat Sports, Urban Challenge Games, and RallyFrEe & Musical FreeStyle. With twelve distinct Group Classes available, there's depth for dogs at various stages. Pricing for all classes is available on request.