Santa Clara Dog Training Club

The Rally is a unique dog sport that emphasizes teamwork between you and your dog. Our Rally Novice & Intermediate class you and your dog move through a course made up of signs, each representing a different obedience command or skill. The course is designed by the instructor and will be different each week. Unlike Obedience, in Rally the handler is allowed to talk to the dog.

In our Rally class you will:

• Learn the Novice & Intermediate signs. Your dog will be in a crate while you do this part, known as a walk-through
• Work together with your dog on-leash to execute 10-14 command signs such as sit, down, stay, turns and movements
• Move at a brisk pace as Rally is a timed sport

To improve your finishes, leash & heeling skills, we suggest taking Advanced Obedience & Leash Skills or Obedience & Rally - Focus & Heeling Dog Training concurrently or before beginning your Rally journey.

Classes should be repeated to become proficient in all skills before advancing to the next level class.

Price:  $150 + 2.50 registration fee for 7 week session, classes are held on Tuesdays. 

Prerequisite:  Dogs must be at least 6 months of age prior to the start of first class. Completion of one of the following: Canine Good Citizen (CGC) title, Advanced Obedience & Leash Skills or Obedience & Rally - Focus & Heeling Dog Training.

What to bring to class: Flat, martingale, or slip collar, 6 foot leash, high-value treats, treat pouch, water, a crate (we recommend a collapsible one). No e-collars or retractable leashes.  

Cancellation & Refunds: Cancellations made the day before the first class of a session are eligible for a refund, minus processing fees (currently about $13). No refunds, credits, or prorated fees are available once a session has started, including for missed classes.

Registration is limited to one handler per dog. Any additional handler registrations for the same dog will be canceled and refunded, minus fees.