Rally Foundations is an eight-week introduction to the sport of Rally Obedience. This course is designed to help teams build communication, teamwork, and confidence while learning the skills needed to navigate Rally courses successfully. Through positive, reward-based training, dogs and handlers will develop practical obedience skills that strengthen their partnership both in and out of the ring. The class will be held on Thursdays at 8PM and begins on July 9th.

Throughout the course, teams will focus on several key areas:

Building teamwork and communication between you and your dog
Developing attention and engagement in a variety of environments
Learning the foundational Rally signs and exercises
Improving loose leash walking and heeling skills
Teaching clear position changes, including sits, downs, and fronts
Building confidence with handler movement and course navigation
Developing focus and accuracy around distractions
Learning how to read, understand, and perform Rally courses
Strengthening the skills needed for both competition and everyday life

Throughout the course, teams will practice individual Rally skills as well as complete courses that bring those skills together in a fun and supportive environment. By the end of class, handlers will understand how to approach Rally signs and courses with confidence, while dogs will have developed the focus, teamwork, and foundation skills needed to continue their Rally journey.