Binghamton & Syracuse NY
Owned & Operated by:
Terry Brown 

Classes

Classes are taught indoors in the Binghamton NY area (Lewis Street in Endwell) year-round on Mondays and Tuesdays. Both afternoon and evening classes are available. Classes are taught outdoors in the Syracuse NY area (Camillus) April - November on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Both morning and evening classes are available.

Interior of the building at the Binghamton location

Contact Terry Brown (315-488-3040) to schedule an appropriate class.

As you decide where to sign up for agility training, you should consider several factors:

• What is offered in the classes: Are the classes an opportunity for structured learning? Or are the classes a format where dogs are running around unsupervised? Are there so many dogs that the instructor/assistant/dog ratio is unsafe or unproductive? What is the assistants role in the classes? Do you get to work your dog or does the instructor?
• What are the methods being taught: There are many methods to teach your dog agility or any other activity. Inquire as to what methods the instructors use. Are they safe for the dog? Are they comparable to what your dog is capable of learning/performing? Are they comparable to how you wish to learn? Do the instructors use only one method, or do they use a variety of techniques?

"Scout" a Shetland Sheepdog, shows off his agility equipment at home.

Experience of the instructors: There are many agility instructors and schools offering classes. Inquire about the experience of the instructors and assistants. How many years have they been teaching? What is their involvement in other forms of training? If you are interested in competition, how many titles have their students put on their dogs? What is their safety record? Inquire as to where they have gotten their education in this sport. Satisfaction of the students: Talk to current and past students. Get their input on how they feel/felt about the classes. Safety of the equipment used: Inspect the condition of the equipment and determine if it is safe for your dog.

for more information contact:

315-488-3040