Virtual AKC FIT DOG Level 1 Course

Fun Fitness with your Dog!

The AKC FIT Dog is a fitness class designed to build your dog’s fitness, flexibility, cardio, and confidence through various skills taught over 6 weeks.

  • Fun with Fitness! Learn how to teach your dog fitness exercises that increase coordination, focus and confidence!

  • 6 Weeks of Fitness Skills! Including… Front Paw Targeting, Kick Back Stand, Pivoting with Rear Legs, and so much more!

  • Personalized Feedback - Not just another online course, videos submitted will get personalized coaching feedback to help you achieve your dog’s fitness goals

  • Online Classroom - Train from the comfort of home while still getting the community support of a classroom!

  • Points Towards Your FITDOG Title - This class counts towards AKC FITDOG Titles as an achievement for your great work!

$50 for 6 Weeks of Remote Classes ($150 Value!)

Taught by Ashley Badgley, AKC FIT DOG Instructor, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Certified Canine Behavior Practitioner, Certified Trick Dog Instructor

FIT DOG Level 1

Here you can access all 6 weeks of the AKC FIT DOG Level 1 Class Content

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Required Equipment for Class

  • Well Fitting Harness or Collar and Regular 5-6 Foot Leash

  • Training Treats your dog LOVES and a Treat Pouch or Pocket

  • Training Platform such as a KLIMB or Cato Board (You can use any solid platform or low profile dog bed that is no more than 12” tall)

  • Yoga Mat or Non-slip Traction Mat

  • Solid round object that your dog can fit both front paws on such as Two Rubber Feed Bowls (Available at farm stores too).

Optional Equipment:

Dog and Handler Requirements

You should have a base level of training done with your dog so they understand how training works. You may have attended puppy or basic manners classes with your dog or have done most training at home.

Dogs who attend must be in good health with no current injuries or prior injures that may inflict discomfort or pain. If your dog has a prior injury, please consult your vet first before joining FIT DOG Class.

This class is taught using positive reinforcement training. Dogs should not be forced to perform any fitness behavior for class or evaluations.

Join the FIT DOG Community!

“Jordy and Leeroy are having so much fun with this class. Ashley is an awesome instructor and is so helpful in teaching and troubleshooting each skill. Highly recommend this class!”

- Sara

Benefits of FIT DOG Class

We know how important staying fit is for humans, but fitness also is very important for our dog’s physical health, mental health, and behavior. So what benefits can you expect?

  • Confidence building for anxious, reactive, and shy dogs

  • Strengthen your bond between you and your dog

  • Increased focus and listening skills

  • Less boredom and destructive behaviors

  • Tires out hyper and energetic dogs

  • Learn how to practice fitness safely and with proper form

  • Injury prevention by increasing proprioception (body awareness)

  • FUN for you and your dog!

FAQs

  • During Level 1 FIT DOG class you will learn the following skills

    • Canine Fitness Safety

    • Tuck Sit

    • Nose Touch

    • Cardio Warmup Games

    • Front Paw Targeting

    • Shake a Paw

    • Cool Down Games and Flexibility

    • Kick Back Stand

    • Spin Left/Spin Right

    • Cavaletti Poles

    • Fold Back Down

    • Pivoting with Rear Legs

    • How to Troubleshoot

    • And much more!

  • This class earns you points towards your AKC FIT DOG Title but there are other categories required to qualify such as a group walk, independent walk, swimming, or other activity. Your FIT DOG instructor can direct you to an activity that can help you earn you points!

    For Bronze, Level 1 class is worth 3 points, Silver 6 points, and Gold 3 points.

    Once you complete Level 1 class, you can move onto Level 2 class, and then Level 3!

    NOTE: AKC Fees are separate from this class. You will need an AKC Number for your dog before/during submitting your dog’s title. Both purebred and mixed breed dogs can get an AKC number.

  • More info can be found on the AKC’s website. If you have any specific questions you can also reach out to me.

  • Once you sign up for the class, you will get instant access to all 6 weeks. There is no time limit, complete at your own pace.

    At any time you can submit your videos to earn points towards your AKC FIT DOG Title by posting to the group, or privately messaging/emailing me.

    Please allow a few days to receive feedback.

  • Nope! One purchase gives you access to the video content for you and your family. The evaluations are included for all of your dogs.

    Please allow time for me to view each evaluation.

Earn your AKC FIT DOG Title!

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Earn your AKC FIT DOG Title! ✳

Follow along with the videos and teach your dog the exercises! Once your dog can do them with proper form, submit the videos for evaluation.

This class qualifies for AKC FIT DOG Points towards your dog’s title, but videos must be reviewed before points can be earned.

Reach out for any help with exercises or title information!

Note: AKC Title Submitting Fees not included in class price.