Events & Seminars
Fusion Pet Retreat’s training center offers various events and seminars on a regular basis. We are happy to partner with different community organizations to offer various events. We also offer Seminars taught by our qualified instructors in different topics including agility, behavior, and more.
Cancellation Policy for Seminars: All seminars are non-refundable unless we can fill your spot.
All events & seminars are hosted in the comfort of a climate-controlled 11,000 sq. ft. indoor facility.
Upcoming Seminar and Events
Mini Seminars with Anna Eifert
Dates: Friday, April 4-6th
Cost: $130 – working spot, $25 – auditing spot
About Anna:
Anna works as a full-time agility trainer in her own company in Hungary. Agility has been part of her life for 15 years and she also has a sports background in amateur gymnastics
As a handler, Anna describes herself as ‘the crazy one’: “I’m the one who runs the Bull Terrier!” She enjoys independent obstacle skills, distance work and unique handling solutions, which she can select herself.
When Anna is coaching, she is almost always smiling, because she love dogs and she also loves to teach agility. “I’m very patient and precise. I like to make hard courses easy for my students,” Anna says.
Anna thinks all good coaches have a few things in common: “They are patient, they are passionate to teach, help and share knowledge. They are flexible. They can explain very well. They can motivate. They love dogs. They are positive. And they have a great sense of humor.”
Handling Lines, Not Obstacles
Dates: Friday, April 4th from 8am-Noon
About the Seminars:
Understanding the dog’s and handler’s lines on the course is essential. Choose the ideal path to avoid obstacles, as the sequences will help you grasp the dog’s perspective on the course. Only jumps and tunnels will be used, making this a great session for novice dogs!
Calling All Young Dogs
Dates: Friday, April 4th from 1-5pm
About the Seminars:
For young dogs, developing strong obstacle focus is essential. This seminar is great for those in-between dogs – no longer puppies, starting to sequence, but not quite at the level for advanced or complex sequencing. Each sequence in this session will focus on having achievable challenges nestled between moments of success, where the dog is rewarded generously. Only jumps and tunnels will be used, making this a great session for novice dogs!
Handling S Lines
Dates: Saturday, April 5th from 8am-Noon
About the Seminars:
S-lines are commonly found on agility courses, appearing in scenarios such as backside slices, threadles, and serpentines. Dogs that have difficulty with S-lines often knock bars, struggle to commit to jumps, or may refuse to jump altogether. In this session, we will cover all the handling elements necessary to master S-lines on the course. With the techniques we learn, these issues will no longer be a challenge for you. Only jumps and tunnels will be used, but this seminar is more appropriate for Advanced to Masters level teams.
The 3 C’s of Agility
Dates: Saturday, April 5th from 1-5pm
About the Seminars:
What is a connection in agility, and how can it be maintained? Where to look and what to see on the course. How commitment happens – tips for training and trialing, how trust in the team rises. What is the ideal timing of the last C, the cue? This workshop is ideal for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of the three Cs—Connect, Commit, Cue—and their importance. If you have them between each obstacle, you can celebrate your clean run! Only jumps and tunnels will be used, making this a great session for novice dogs!
UKI Coursework with No Contacts!
Dates: Sunday, April 6th from 8am-Noon
About the Seminars:
This seminar will focus on UKI/International style coursework. We will cover challenges such as layering, distance work, complex jumping skills on tough courses and all the exciting elements you enjoy at the US Open or on ISC courses. Additionally, we will provide handling and training tips for tackling international challenges. Different courses will be done in the AM and PM session, so you can do one or both sessions! Teams should be competing or sequencing on Masters level coursework.
UKI Coursework with Contacts!
Dates: Sunday, April 6th from 1-5pm
About the Seminars:
This seminar will focus on UKI/International style coursework. We will cover challenges such as layering, tunneling under the dog walk, distance work, and all the exciting elements you enjoy at the US Open or on ISC courses. Additionally, we will provide handling and training tips for tackling international challenges. Different courses will be done in the AM and PM session, so you can do one or both sessions! Teams should be competing or sequencing on Masters level coursework.
Let’s Go Gambling! (Learn UKI Gamblers)
Dates: Saturday, April 12th from 8-11am or 12-3pm
Instructor: Britt Sepanski
Cost: $90 – working spot
About the Seminar:
Come obtain the working knowledge to compete in UKI’s Gamblers class! We’ll break down how the class works, how to build a course plan that works for your team, and how to navigate different types of “gamble” options to set yourself up to be ready for the next trial!
Open to all levels of competition/skill but rules discussed will specifically be from UKI – will utilize all obstacles including contacts, weaves, tunnels, and jumps.
Mini Seminars with Teri O’Neill
Dates: Friday – Sunday, April 25-27th
Cost: $150 – working spot, $25 – auditing spot
About Teri:
Teri has ranked as one of the best agility competitors in Canada for 30 years. She has represented Canada on all of the world teams – IFCS, EO, AWC, and WAO – with several different breeds and brought home many medals. In addition, she has been the Team Canada coach for 3 years. Teri has trained and owned many breeds, everything from hounds to terriers, and currently herding dogs. Teri’s style is smooth and silent and she easily adapts her methods and experience to all types of handlers and dogs.
International Coursework – Agility
Dates: Friday, April 25th from 4:00-7:30pm
About the Seminars:
- This seminar will address handling challenges trending in international-style AGILITY course designs such as verbal skills, how to set and commit dogs to big lines, layering obstacles, discriminations, and working to get ahead and stay ahead.
- Contact obstacles and weave poles will be used in this session.
- Dogs should be competing at or have the skills to compete at the UKI Champ/AKC ISC level and handlers should have an interest in training and running FCI/European course trends and skills.
Open/Advanced/Senior Level Coursework
Dates: Saturday, April 26th from 9:00am-12:30pm
About the Seminars:
- This seminar is for dogs currently competing at the Novice level or above, looking to continue building teamwork to climb levels through AKC Open, USDAA Advanced, UKI Senior and on to Masters/Champ level.
- Contact obstacles and weave poles may be used in this session.
Drills for International Skills
Dates: Saturday, April 26th from 1:30-5:00pm
About the Seminars:
- This session will focus on trending international level skills, breaking them down into smaller drills to teach them to our dogs and to help us learn how to handle them.
- Dogs should have a solid foundation of agility skills with an experienced handler.
Beginner/Novice Sequences for Young/Green Dogs
Dates: Sunday, April 27th from 9:00am-12:30pm
About the Seminars:
- Do you have a dog that has gone through agility foundations but is not yet ready for full novice courses? Or maybe you just want to build teamwork and handling execution on shorter sequences with your dog? Look no further! This session will present short foundational sequences for piecing together the basics.
- Jumps and tunnels only in this session.
International Coursework – Jumping
Dates: Sunday, April 27th from 1:30-5pm
About the Seminars:
- This seminar will address handling challenges trending in international-style JUMPING course designs such as verbal skills, how to set and commit dogs to big lines, layering obstacles, discriminations, and working to get ahead and stay ahead.
- Jumps, tunnels, and weave poles will be used in this session.
- Dogs should be competing at or have the skills to compete at the UKI Champ/AKC ISC level and handlers should have an interest in training and running FCI/European course trends and skills.
Mini Seminars with Stephanie Theis
Dates: Friday, May 2nd
Cost: $120 – working spot, $25 – auditing spot
About Stephanie:
Stefanie Theis, a seasoned dog trainer and two-time WAO team member, has a lifelong love for dogs. Her journey from raising service dog puppies to competing in agility has shaped her into a dedicated coach. Stefanie’s focus is on creating a positive and enjoyable experience for both dogs and handlers. She tailors her training methods to each individual team, ensuring they reach their full potential in the exciting world of agility.
Novice Handling
Dates: Friday, May 2nd 8am-Noon
About the Seminars:
- Build handling and teamwork skills for teams who have started trialing or are almost ready to trial. Jumps and tunnels will be used (no contacts or weaves). Dogs should be a minimum of 15 months old.
They do not need to be jumping full-height, but should be familiar with sequencing
Advanced/Masters Handling
Dates: Friday, May 2nd 1-5pm
About the Seminars:
- Take your handling skills to the next level and learn how to train the challenges you will see in Premier, ISC, and upper level UKI & USDAA courses. Weaves and contacts may be used.
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