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Date: Saturday, April 27, 2013
 
Place: 5800 W. Kessler-Cowlesville Rd
West Milton, OH 45383
(this is a residence - please follow the drive around to the back of the house)
 
Time: Start Time:  10:00 AM
End Time:   5:00 PM
 
 
Events:
Beginner Disc Dog
This class is for any person who is new to disc dogging and would like to gain an understanding of what this sport is about and learn how to get your dog started. Topics will include getting your dog started with disc play, sliders, rollers, tugging, takes, overs, and short tosses.
 
Beginner Throwing
This class will teach basic throwing techniques, including a variety of beginner level throws such as the backhand, forehand, floater versus dart, accuracy and mechanics.
 
Basic Freestyle
This class will teach you how to get started doing freestyle and how to put together a freestyle routine in a manner that is safe for both you and your dog.  Topics will include putting sets and tricks together, use of the field and disc management, learning how to do tricks like flips, overs, vaults, zig zag pass, around the world, and transitions.
 
Intermediate Throwing
This class will teach a variety of intermediate level throws and releases (staker, push, overhand wrist flip, hammer toss, upside down, thumber, and variations), along with improving accuracy while achieving greater distance.
 
Rules, Formats, and Equipment
This class will teach the competition format differences, game differences with demos, typical strategies, disc selection, vault vests, and other related topics.
 
Long Distance Throwing (Men's and Women's)
This class will teach techniques for getting maximum distance and various long distance competition formats and strategies.
 
Mini Competition
Its time to take all that you've learned at the clinics and put that knowledge to use!  We will host a small, informal Toss & Fetch competition at the end of the day.  This will be for everyone participating in the Learning Clinic.  You don't need to be an experienced player to take part in the mini competition! 
Fees: $10.00 per person.  Members receive their regular event discount at registration.
 
Rules:

  1. Arrive early and be prepared to start at 10 AM sharp.
     

  2. Walk your dog on leash away from the playing and teaching areas.  Make sure to clean up after your dog.
     

  3. Do not let your dog off leash unless it is competing or participating in a clinic.
     

  4. Poor sportsmanship of any sort is not tolerated. 
     

  5. Mind your dog at all times.  Do not let un-proofed dogs meet.
     

  6. Be mindful of the schedule and make sure to walk your dog during the breaks.  A smooth running event is better for everyone.
     

  7. Have fun!
Schedule:
10:00 - 10:50 AM   Field A - Rules, Formats, and Equipment
11:00 - 11:50 AM   Field A - Beginner Disc Dog
11:00 - 11:50 AM   Field B - Long Distance Throwing
12:00 - 12:50 PM   Lunch Break
1:00 - 1:50 PM   Field A - Beginner Throwing
1:00 - 1:50 PM   Field B - Intermediate Throwing
2:00 - 2:50 PM   Field A - Basic Freestyle
3:00 - 4:30 PM   Mini Competition
4:30 - 5:00 PM   Cleanup
5:00 PM   Dinner

** Note - Dinner is not provided by the club.
Discs: Any dog-safe disc including Hero, Hyperflite, Fastback variations, Floppy Flyers, Jawz, Euroblends, Super Hero, Hero Xtra, Kong rubber, etc.  All discs must be considered safe for dog use. 
 
What to Bring:

  1. A crate and leash for each dog

  2. Water, dog treats, dog food if needed

  3. Doggy poop bags

  4. Dogs

  5. Discs

  6. Camping chair for yourself (or whatever you prefer to sit on)

  7. Beverages for yourself if desired
Additional Info: Field provided by Aunt Faye's Dog Training

 
 
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