Unlock Your Dog's Agility Potential: Start Right, Succeed Faster

Ready to give your young dog the best start in agility? JumpSmart takes you from fun flatwork games to safe jump mechanics and handling basics. Build confidence, shape skills, and set the stage for success—one thoughtful step at a time. 🐾 #AgilityTraining #JumpSmart

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Key Principle 1

  • Progressive Training: Start with flatwork and one-jump drills before adding complexity.
  • Mechanical Skills First: Teach proper take-off, landing, and round form over the bar.

Key Principle 2

  • Consistency in Cues: Use the same body language early that you’ll use later on course.
  • Collection & Extension: Introduce bending, slicing, and stride adjustment gradually.
  • Problem-Solving: Allow dogs to figure out mechanics at low speed before adding speed.

Key Principle 3

  • Foundation Before Height: Begin at low heights and progress only when form is correct.
  • Handler Influence: Teach dogs to respond to motion, location, and shoulder cues early.
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Building trust and clarity between dog and handler

Set your young dog up for agility success with a solid foundation in jump education and collection skills. This course focuses on teaching safe, confident jumping techniques while building understanding of stride, takeoff, and body awareness. Perfect for handlers who want to prevent bad habits early, strengthen communication, and create cleaner, more efficient runs as their dog progresses.

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JumpSmart Young Dog Foundations - Module 1

  1. Understanding the Basics

    1. Introduction to Online Learning
    2. Key Principles
    3. Setting Learning Goals

  2. Flatwork Fundamentals

    1. Understanding Course Structure

  3. One Jump Drills

    1. Note Taking

  4. Jump Grids for Confidence & Mechanics

    1. Overview