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SUMMARY:TCOTC AKC Agility Trial
DESCRIPTION:Agility is a sport in which dog and handler teams race against the clock to complete a course consisting of jumps\, tunnels\, and other obstacles. It’s great fun but requires lots of training and skills. A great way to see it up close is to volunteer! And\, volunteers get free lunch and snacks and a chance to win fun prizes. If you’d like more information about volunteering\, email anneschenk@tcotc.com\, or simply slgn up below! \nOur February-March 2026 AKC Agility Trial is open for entries. We’re excited to welcome Judge Thomas O’Brien for his first visit to TCOTC! \nEntries open: Wednesday\, January 7\nDraw Date: Thursday\, January 22\nFinal Closing Date: Wednesday\, February 11\nTrial chair: Anne Schenk\, anneschenk@tcotc.com\nJudge: Shannon Jones\, Cary\, NC \nDOWNLOAD PREMIUM AND ENTRY FORM HERE \nOr enter online at labtestedonline.com. \nSIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER HERE \n 
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SUMMARY:Canine Fitness Seminars with Darcy Roessler
DESCRIPTION:TCOTC is excited to welcome back Darcy Roessler of Sweaty Paws for a series of canine fitness seminars! Whether you are competing with your dog in sports like flyball\, agility or obedience\, or simply looking to keep your family companion fit and healthy for life\, there’s something for you! \nWorking spots are $65 members/$75 non-members\, and audit spots are $25 members/$35 non-members for all sessions. \nSATURDAY\, MARCH 7 \n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Foundations for Sport-Curious Dogs \nEver wondered if your dog might enjoy agility\, obedience\, flyball\, or nose work but are not sure how to begin? This 3-hour\, hands-on Sweaty Paws canine fitness seminar is a welcoming way to explore what dog sports can look like. You will work with your dog on simple\, confidence-building exercises using easy\, dog-friendly props and learn how these skills connect to many different sports. This session is designed to help dogs feel comfortable trying new things and to help owners discover just how much more their dogs can do beyond sit\, down\, and daily walks. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nOwners curious about dog sports\nDogs new to fitness style exercises\nPuppies at least 6 months old who have completed at least one puppy manners class\nAdult and senior dogs healthy for light to moderate activity\n\nNo previous sport or fitness experience is required. \nSix working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE \n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Fitness for Sport Dogs \nWe ask a lot of our dogs when they train and compete. Fitness is how we help them stay strong\, confident\, and ready to do their best. \nThis 3-hour\, hands-on Sweaty Paws canine fitness seminar is designed for teams who are already training or competing in sports such as agility\, obedience\, flyball\, or similar activities and want to support their dogs in a proactive way. \nYou will work with your dog on targeted exercises that focus on strength\, proprioception\, and comfortable range of motion. We will also cover practical warm up and cool down ideas that can be easily added before and after training or competition days. The goal is to help dogs move better\, recover more easily\, and stay strong as training demands increase. \nWho This Seminar Is For \n\nOwners with dogs currently training or competing in a sport\nDogs with basic sport foundations already in place\nTeams looking to add structured fitness to their routine\nAdult and senior dogs who are healthy and cleared for sport activity\n\nDogs should be comfortable working in a group environment. Previous sport experience is recommended\, but no prior fitness training is required. \nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE \nSUNDAY\, MARCH 8 \n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon: Wellness Play \nThis is the session that fills every year because it is simply a lot of fun. Less lecture\, more movement\, and plenty of opportunities for dogs and handlers to play\, think\, and work together. \nThis Sweaty Paws seminar is built around multiple stations designed to challenge dogs both physically and mentally in a supportive\, upbeat environment. Expect a bit of controlled chaos\, lots of variety\, and plenty of chances for dogs to try new things while staying engaged and successful. You and your dog will rotate through stations focused on movement\, problem solving\, and confidence\, with guidance and coaching along the way\, and you will leave with practical ideas you can use at home to continue building your dog’s physical strength and mental engagement. \nDogs and handlers typically leave this session happily tired\, mentally satisfied\, and feeling accomplished. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nDogs comfortable working around other dogs and with basic sport foundations in place\nHealthy dogs over one year of age\nTeams looking to build confidence through play and variety\nOwners who want a fun\, active working session with their dog\n\nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE \n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Design Your Dog’s Workout  \nThis is a new offering and is designed to take the guesswork out of canine fitness. If you have ever wondered what exercises to do\, how often to do them\, or how to put everything together into a simple routine\, this session is for you. \nIn this hands-on Sweaty Paws seminar\, you will learn how to build a daily or weekly workout that works for your dog\, your space\, and your schedule. You will be shown a variety of exercises to choose from that focus on strength\, flexibility\, and range of motion for the front legs\, core\, and back legs. \nYou and your dog will practice selected exercises and receive coaching on form\, training tips\, number of repetitions\, and appropriate session length. You will be encouraged to choose exercises your dog enjoys and that fit the space and equipment you have at home\, making fitness something you can realistically maintain. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nOwners who want a clear\, practical approach to canine fitness\nDogs with some prior dog training or fitness experience\nHealthy dogs over one year of age\nDogs comfortable working in a group environment\n\nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.tcotc.com/event/canine-fitness/
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SUMMARY:Canine Fitness Seminars with Darcy Roessler
DESCRIPTION:TCOTC is excited to welcome back Darcy Roessler of Sweaty Paws for a series of canine fitness seminars! Whether you are competing with your dog in sports like flyball\, agility or obedience\, or simply looking to keep your family companion fit and healthy for life\, there’s something for you! \nWorking spots are $65 members/$75 non-members\, and audit spots are $25 members/$35 non-members for all sessions. \nSATURDAY\, MARCH 7 \n9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Foundations for Sport-Curious Dogs \nEver wondered if your dog might enjoy agility\, obedience\, flyball\, or nose work but are not sure how to begin? This 3-hour\, hands-on Sweaty Paws canine fitness seminar is a welcoming way to explore what dog sports can look like. You will work with your dog on simple\, confidence-building exercises using easy\, dog-friendly props and learn how these skills connect to many different sports. This session is designed to help dogs feel comfortable trying new things and to help owners discover just how much more their dogs can do beyond sit\, down\, and daily walks. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nOwners curious about dog sports\nDogs new to fitness style exercises\nPuppies at least 6 months old who have completed at least one puppy manners class\nAdult and senior dogs healthy for light to moderate activity\n\nNo previous sport or fitness experience is required. \nSix working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE for a Working Spot \nREGISTER HERE for an Audit Spot \n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Fitness for Sport Dogs \nWe ask a lot of our dogs when they train and compete. Fitness is how we help them stay strong\, confident\, and ready to do their best. \nThis 3-hour\, hands-on Sweaty Paws canine fitness seminar is designed for teams who are already training or competing in sports such as agility\, obedience\, flyball\, or similar activities and want to support their dogs in a proactive way. \nYou will work with your dog on targeted exercises that focus on strength\, proprioception\, and comfortable range of motion. We will also cover practical warm up and cool down ideas that can be easily added before and after training or competition days. The goal is to help dogs move better\, recover more easily\, and stay strong as training demands increase. \nWho This Seminar Is For \n\nOwners with dogs currently training or competing in a sport\nDogs with basic sport foundations already in place\nTeams looking to add structured fitness to their routine\nAdult and senior dogs who are healthy and cleared for sport activity\n\nDogs should be comfortable working in a group environment. Previous sport experience is recommended\, but no prior fitness training is required. \nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE for a Working Spot (Waitlist only) \nREGISTER HERE for an Audit Spot \nSUNDAY\, MARCH 8 \n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon: Wellness Play \nThis is the session that fills every year because it is simply a lot of fun. Less lecture\, more movement\, and plenty of opportunities for dogs and handlers to play\, think\, and work together. \nThis Sweaty Paws seminar is built around multiple stations designed to challenge dogs both physically and mentally in a supportive\, upbeat environment. Expect a bit of controlled chaos\, lots of variety\, and plenty of chances for dogs to try new things while staying engaged and successful. You and your dog will rotate through stations focused on movement\, problem solving\, and confidence\, with guidance and coaching along the way\, and you will leave with practical ideas you can use at home to continue building your dog’s physical strength and mental engagement. \nDogs and handlers typically leave this session happily tired\, mentally satisfied\, and feeling accomplished. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nDogs comfortable working around other dogs and with basic sport foundations in place\nHealthy dogs over one year of age\nTeams looking to build confidence through play and variety\nOwners who want a fun\, active working session with their dog\n\nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE for a Working Spot (Waitlist only) \nREGISTER HERE for an Audit Spot \n1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Design Your Dog’s Workout  \nThis is a new offering and is designed to take the guesswork out of canine fitness. If you have ever wondered what exercises to do\, how often to do them\, or how to put everything together into a simple routine\, this session is for you. \nIn this hands-on Sweaty Paws seminar\, you will learn how to build a daily or weekly workout that works for your dog\, your space\, and your schedule. You will be shown a variety of exercises to choose from that focus on strength\, flexibility\, and range of motion for the front legs\, core\, and back legs. \nYou and your dog will practice selected exercises and receive coaching on form\, training tips\, number of repetitions\, and appropriate session length. You will be encouraged to choose exercises your dog enjoys and that fit the space and equipment you have at home\, making fitness something you can realistically maintain. \nWho This Seminar Is For: \n\nOwners who want a clear\, practical approach to canine fitness\nDogs with some prior dog training or fitness experience\nHealthy dogs over one year of age\nDogs comfortable working in a group environment\n\nTen working spots available (no refunds unless we can fill your spot); 25 audit spots available. \nREGISTER HERE for a Working Spot \nREGISTER HERE for an Audit Spot
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Room
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SUMMARY:Agility Seminars with Kelsey Kirkpatrick
DESCRIPTION:TCOTC is excited to bring back Kelsey Kirkpatrick for a series of agility seminars March 20-22!b Kelsey is a seasoned instructor and handler with 24 years of agility experience as a competitor\, instructor\, and coach. Her January 2025 seminars were very well received and we’re thrilled that she’s returning to share her expertise and knowledge. \nWorking spots are $150 members/$180 non-members\, and audit spots are $40 members/$60 non-members. No refunds unless we can fill your spot. If a session is full and you’d like to be added to a waitlist\, please email anneschenk@tcotc.com with your request. \nFriday\, March 20: \n5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.: Advanced/International Handling\nThis seminar will offer handler and dog teams a chance to train international-style challenges. Whether you are preparing for a major UKI event\, thinking about entering ISC\, or just want to sharpen your skills for AKC Premier\, this session will be a chance to push out of your comfort zone and discover your potential! All equipment might be used. The session is open to dogs training at senior/champ UKI\, masters USDAA\, or Excellent/Masters AKC level courses. \nREGISTER HERE \nSaturday\, March 21 \n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Winning Weaves\nReliable weave poles don’t happen by accident. Kelsey Kirkpatrick breaks down the key components that create confident\, independent\, and consistent weaves\, even in challenging environments. Handlers will learn how to build and maintain commitment to the poles\, develop strong and accurate entries\, and systematically proof against distractions such as motion and handling pressure. The seminar will address common weave issues including popping out early\, missed entries\, handler dependence\, and loss of focus. This seminar is ideal for teams working at any level\, from dogs still developing weave understanding to experienced competitors looking to strengthen reliability and speed under pressure. \nREGISTER HERE \n1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Skills and Drills\nThis seminar focuses on building strong\, confident handling through intentional practice. Using very short sequences made up exclusively of jumps and tunnels\, handlers will break down and tackle common agility course challenges without the pressure of full courses or contact obstacles. By isolating skills in simple\, repeatable drills\, teams will learn how to improve timing\, clarity\, and commitment while sharpening both handling mechanics and dog understanding. These sequences are designed to highlight real-world challenges you see on course\, making them highly transferable to competition and training alike. \nPerfect for teams looking to strengthen foundations\, clean up handling choices\, and gain confidence through thoughtful\, efficient training. \nREGISTER HERE \nSunday\, March 22 \n8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.: Young Dogs!\nDesigned for puppies and young dogs ages 6–18 months\, this seminar focuses on developing the foundations! Through age-appropriate exercises and short\, thoughtful drills\, teams will build skills that support confidence\, focus\, and clear communication. Emphasis will be placed on engagement\, value for work\, body awareness\, flatwork skills\, and early handling concepts. This seminar is ideal for handlers who want to start their young dogs on the right path and create a solid base that will carry through future agility training. \nA fun\, supportive learning environment for both dogs and handlers\, with plenty of practical takeaways for ongoing training at home. \nREGISTER HERE \n1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.: Novice/Open Skills\nThis seminar is designed for teams competing at the Novice and Open levels who are ready to build confidence\, consistency\, and smoother teamwork on course. We’ll focus on practical skills that translate directly to the ring\, including handling choices\, timing\, lines\, and efficient communication between dog and handler. \nParticipants can expect thoughtful coursework\, clear instruction\, and individualized feedback to help polish foundation skills while addressing common challenges seen at the Novice and Open levels. Emphasis will be placed on reading courses\, making smart handling decisions\, and maintaining flow while supporting your dog’s confidence and understanding. \nWhether you’re preparing to move up a level or looking to solidify your performance where you are\, this seminar offers a supportive environment to learn\, problem-solve\, and gain tools you can immediately apply to your training and trialing. \nREGISTER HERE \nAbout Kelsey Kirkpatrick: Kelsey has been doing agility for 24 years. She teaches classes weekly and teaches online students. She is a 5-time National Champion with 3 different dogs and a 37-time regional champion with 4 different dogs. She’s a 5-time World Team Member and has placed or been a finalist at numerous regional\, national\, and international events. Her students have also joined multiple world teams including AWC\, EO and IFCS. Kelsey is big into getting tight lines and getting the most speed she can out of her and her students’ dogs. She also believes that agility is not a one size fits all. She believes in working with the dog that you have in front of you.
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