Dock Diving Classes
Unleash Your Dog's Potential with Dock Diving!
Have you ever seen dock diving on YouTube or ESPN and thought, "My dog would love that!"? Dock diving is the perfect blend of a dog's love for toys, their chase drive, and their passion for water. At Atlanta Dog Trainer, we offer comprehensive dock diving classes designed to cater to both beginners and those looking to refine their skills.
Why Choose Dock Diving?
Dock diving is an exhilarating sport that allows your dog to showcase their jumping and swimming abilities. It's not just about competition; it's about having fun and strengthening the bond between you and your furry friend. Whether your goal is to compete or simply enjoy a new activity, our classes are tailored to meet your needs.
Class Offerings
Basic Dock Diving
Duration: 4 weeks
Cost: $210
Class Length: 1.5 hours per session
Class Size: Maximum of 6 dogs
Requirements:
Your dog must have a strong toy drive (obsession with a toy like a tennis ball or stick).
Your dog must be a confident swimmer, not just a shallow water frolicker.
Upcoming Basic Dock Diving Classes
Intermediate Dock Diving
Designed For: Dogs that have completed the Basic Class or have prior jumping experience.
Focus: Enhancing jumping capabilities to reach distances common in dock diving tournaments.
Details: This class is designed to further the jumping capabilities of our students, both K-9 and handlers. Special emphasis will be placed on perfecting the handler’s throw to maximize the dog's jumping potential. Dogs in this class will learn to jump at distances typical in dock diving competitions. These are dogs who are confident swimmers and enthusiastic about their jump and retrieve.
Evaluation: If you have not participated in our Basic Class but are confident in your dog’s jumping ability, we would be glad to set up a private evaluation..
Upcoming Intermediate Dock Diving Classes
Private Lessons
Intro to Water or Dock Diving
Duration: 1 hour
Cost: $125
Personalized Attention: One-on-one training to introduce your dog to the water or dock diving.
Is Your Dog a Candidate?
To determine if dock diving is right for your dog, consider the following:
Toy Obsession: Does your dog have an intense focus on their favorite toy? This is crucial for dock diving success.
Swimming Confidence: Your dog must be comfortable and confident swimming in deeper water.
Important Notes
Previous Experience: Dogs registering for Dock Diving Level 1 should have prior water or swimming experience.
Toy Drive: Dogs with a strong ball or toy drive typically excel in dock diving within 1-2 classes.
Not a Swimming Class: This class is not designed to teach your dog how to swim. Ensure your dog has basic swimming skills before enrolling.
Why Atlanta Dog Trainer?
Our experienced trainers are dedicated to helping your dog reach their full potential. With small class sizes, personalized attention, and a focus on fun and safety, Atlanta Dog Trainer is the perfect place to dive into the exciting world of dock diving.
Ready to Make a Splash?
Join us at Atlanta Dog Trainer and watch your dog soar to new heights!
JEFFERSON: DUCK TOLLER
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Day one Jefferson was excited and yet had never been in the water. Our DD instructor Rick Carpenter was beside him as he came down the ramp and flailed about in the water. Not lacking for confidence but needing to work on technique Jefferson soon found his roots as a true water dog. Having an extreme drive as a retriever Jefferson was charging down the ramp at full tilt by week 2. By week 3 Jefferson decided the ramp was too much trouble. Sensing that Jefferson was “ready" we allowed Jefferson to decide for himself that it was time. Long story short, by the end of our classes Jefferson was easily clearing 23 feet!!
Not stopping there, Jefferson went on to compete in national competitions garnering awards and ribbons.
YETI: GOLDEN RETRIEVER
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Yeti was a natural. Comfortable with the water from the start, he quickly moved to the dock. As Goldens go Yeti was a magnificent example of the breed as his owners were in fact Golden breeders! As such Yeti was a large yet very healthy athletic boy. In dock diving sometimes size isn’t a determinant of performance. To see Yeti launch himself off of our dock was poetry in motion. Quickly surpassing 20' our boy decided he had found his calling. After our 4 week classes were completed Yeti moved on to national competitions and met with huge success as seen in our pictures. Congratulations Yeti!
WESTON: WHIPPET
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Okay, let’s face it. A Whippet probably isn’t a dog you would picture as a “water dog". But Weston wasn’t listening to that kind of talk. We decided to try a private lesson with him to gauge his enthusiasm. Suffice it to say he was enthused. Weston is one of 2 dogs that decided they needed no warm up and jumped on the first day! As we know, a Whippet is 98% muscle. Our boy is at full speed, which is blinding, in 2 strides. To see him race across the dock is amazing. Weston joined several of our classes and continues to visit us for privates periodically. He is also still active in regional and national competitions. As recent as mid May 2020 our boy had achieved a personal best of 23' 11"! Recently in April 2020 jumped 26 feet!!
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Basic Class Schedule
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