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American Canine Training -Basic Thorough Agility
American Canine Training – Intermediate Class
Adult CPR/AED
Babysitter Training Course
Interior Design
Kids Night Out with Bricks 4 Kidz!
AMERICAN CANINE TRAINING – BASIC THROUGH AGILITY
American Canine Training is now offering our “Not so Basic” basic obedience class. This course provides tips for improving canine manners including no digging, no barking, no jumping and elimination of all other naughty dog habits! It also offers all basic obedience commands including sit, down, stay, leave-it, come, and how to walk on leash. To keep things fresh, all commands are then used in conjunction with an introduction to Agility Equipment. Classes are based on the dog’s knowledge, not age or size, and are designed for dogs with little or no formal education.
Week #1: Please bring your dog on a buckle collar and six-foot leash. You will also need to bring small, soft, smelly treats and a towel, or small rug in case you need to sit on the ground. We’ll begin with teaching you how to hold a leash properly and how to communicate with your dog in a manner he understands. We will also cover the concept of positive reinforcement and engage in canine/human focus exercises.
Week #2: This class teaches the dog to focus on the pet-parent with the name game which is the cornerstone to a well-behaved pooch. It also teaches “sit,” “down” and a “release word” so that dogs remain on command until the pet-parent says they can get up. Our first piece of agility equipment, the “pause table,” is introduced.
Week #3: This lesson covers learning to walk nicely on a leash so that dogs can be properly and pleasantly exercised. The pause table will be reviewed and a low jump will be introduced.
Week #4: Week four includes the “stay” command, “leave-it” and “give.” “Stay” helps the dogs learn patience and boosts confidence. “Leave-it” teaches the dog not to take things without permission and “give” teaches the dog to relinquish anything in his mouth without a tug of war or chase. Pause table and low jump will be combined and the “tunnel” will be introduced.
Week #5: This class covers “come when called.” Dogs develop a reliable recall and the “tire jump” is introduced.
Week #6: All previous work is reviewed and a fun and informal “final exam” is administered before a graduation ceremony. Dogs will also get to try a short agility course using a combination of all equipment introduced previously.
When: Thursdays, February 23 – March 29
Activity No: 10303 01
When: Thursdays, April 12 – May 17
Activity No: 10303 02
Time: 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Gardens Park
Fee: $125
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
AMERICAN CANINE TRAINING – INTERMEDIATE CLASS/CGC CERTIFICATION
As a second leg of canine/human education, this class incorporates “proofing” of all previous lessons and prepares dogs to pass the optional American Kennel Club’s Canine Good Citizens test upon graduation. Passing the CGC can be a dog’s first step to therapy work and allows pet parents to take their dogs places where certification permits. Incorporation of agility equipment keeps class fresh and intensifies the canine/human bond! Dogs DO attend the first class which will be held outdoors at the Gardens Park.
When: Thursdays, February 23 – March 29
Activity No: 10305 01
When: Thursdays, April 12 – May 17
Activity No: 10305 02
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Gardens Park
Fee: $125
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
ADULT CPR/AED AND CHILD-INFANT CPR CERTIFICATION (WITH FIRST AID OPTION)
This complete CPR course, authorized by the American Red Cross, prepares you to recognize emergencies and make appropriate decisions for first aid care. Chapin Training Services, an authorized provider for the American Red Cross, teaches the lay responder the knowledge and skills that individuals need to know to give immediate care to adults, children and infants until more advanced medical care arrives. Participants will learn and practice: checking a conscious person; checking an unconscious person; care for breathing/choking emergencies; CPR; AED (automated external defibrillator); soft tissue injuries; injuries to muscles, bones and joints; burns; heat/cold related emergencies; and sudden illness. Certification is issued upon successful completion of the class. The certification for CPR/AED is valid for two years. The First Aid certification is valid for three years.
Ages: 12 and older
When: Saturday, February 11
Activity No: 10302 01
When: Saturday, April 21
Activity No: 10302 02
Time: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. with first aid
Time: 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. without first aid
Location: Trails Community Center
Fee: $75 with first aid
Fee: $60 without first aid
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
BABYSITTER TRAINING COURSE
This Babysitter’s Training course authorized by the American Red Cross is ideal for current and future babysitters, teaching them the best ways to be safe and keep the children in their care safe. Chapin Training Services, an authorized provider for the American Red Cross, teaches the following topics: You’re the Boss; A Guide to Leadership; The Business of Babysitting; Safe and Sound on the Job; Understanding Kids from 0 to 10; From Feeding to Bedtime – Caring for Kids; and It’s an Emergency…Now What. Pizza and soda lunch is included.
Ages: 11 to 15 years old
When: Saturday, March 10
Activity No: 10301 01
When: Saturday, May 19
Activity No: 10301 02
Time: 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Trails Community Center
Fee: $75
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
INTERIOR DESIGN
Dennie Fidler, California Accredited Interior Design Instructor, will be showing you how to tackle those spaces in your home and offices that frustrate you and do not work for you. She will teach you about space planning; furniture placement; accessories; color; lighting; flooring; window coverings; and much, much more. Dennie will help you navigate through the mysterious world of home furnishings and provide you access to the fabulous World Market and many other wholesale showrooms. Space is limited to ensure you get plenty of individual time with Dennie, so sign-up as soon as possible.
When: Tuesdays, February 21 – March 13
Activity No: 10100 01
When: Tuesdays, April 3 – April 24
Activity No: 10100 03
When: Tuesdays, May 8 – May 29
Activity No: 10100 05
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
When: Wednesdays, February 22 – March 14
Activity No: 10100 02
When: Wednesdays, April 4 – April 25
Activity No: 10100 04
When: Wednesdays, May 9 – May 30
Activity No: 10100 06
Time: 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Gardens Community Center
Fee: $40
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
KIDS NIGHT OUT WITH BRICKS 4 KIDZ!
Drop-off the kids for a fun-filled evening of model building with Bricks 4 Kidz! Children will use their creativity to design and build with LEGO® bricks, participate in fun challenges, play games and other activities. Pizza and drinks will also be provided.
Ages: 4 – 12 years old
When: Friday, February 24
Activity No: 10605 01
When: Friday, March 30
Activity No: 10605 02
When: Friday, April 27
Activity No: 10605 03
When: Friday, May 25
Activity No: 10605 04
Time: 5 – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Trails Community Center
Fee: $30 for first child; $20 for the remainder of children in a family
Payable to: The Summerlin Council (checks only)
