Club Training Sessions
GCDAC organises weekly training sessions throughout the year. During the Summer months these sessions are held on Monday and Tuesday evenings, switching to Sunday Afternoon in the Winter months. Indoor training sessions are also held on Monday evenings during the winter months at one of the local riding stables. These indoor sessions are generally for those members that are at a level where they are either beginning to or already taking part in competitions.
The club also runs a six week introductory course for those with young or inexperienced dogs and handlers. This course is designed to allow people to get a feel for Agility and see if it is something they would like to progress with.
Training sessions are run by club members who volunteer to help those newer members or members of a similar ability. The sessions are generally quite informal although typically involve practicing and fine tuning various aspects, such as contacts, weaves, 'pull throughs' etc. We currently have three separate training groups in addition to the six week introductory courses. Group 1 is for those dog/handlers who have just started out in Agility, Group 2 is for those who have grasped the basics and are approaching a level that would allow them to compete at an agility show and Group 3 for the more accomplished handler.
We do not offer what people may class as traditional 'Puppy Training' or 'Obedience classes'. Before joining the club we require that all dogs should possess the required social skills to be working around other dogs and handlers and have a basic level of obedience. We do not accept dogs with outwardly aggressive tendencies.
Training Schedule:
Summer:
| Group 1 | Tuesday 7.00 - 8.00pm |
| Group 2 | Tuesday 7.00 - 8.00pm |
| Group 3 | Monday 6.30 - 8.30pm |
Winter:
Sunday afternoons between 12.00-1.00 pm for beginners and 1.00 - 2.00 pm for more advanced dogs. Monday Night 8-10pm.Fees:
Like most other UK Agility Clubs, Granite City DAC is non-profit making. All trainers and committee members provide their time for free.
Annual Club Membership - Payable 1st May.
The Membership fee secures us with Kennel Club registration and provides insurance cover. The fee also helps with the running of the club as well as the upkeep and provision of equipment.
| Adult membership | £15.00 |
| 2nd Family membership | £7.50 |
| Junior membership | £5.00 |
Field Access - Payable 1st May (Summer) and 1st September (Winter)
This fee is used to cover the cost of renting and maintaining our field and provides the club member with unlimited open access to the field and equipment and facilities.| 1 Member and 1 Dog | £40.00 |
| 1 Member and 2 Dogs | £45.00 |
| 2 Members and 2 Dogs | £50.00 |
