Sport classes are a great way to build your bond, burn off some energy and try something new with your dog.
Try something New!- If you want a way to keep your active dog busy or your older dog mentally spry, there is a sport for every dog. Check out our Nosework, FUNdations and Trick classes to find the best fit for you.
Small Classes- Classes are limited to 5-6 teams so they are a great supportive environment! Our 1200sq ft open space facility provides enough room to spread out and work through exercises.
Have Fun!- Whether you are interested in competing or just want to do something different with your dog, our low pressure classes are a great way to experience dog sports.
Nosework
Dogs are trained to locate and indicate on specific odor (birch, anise, clove and cypress)
Odor is hidden to mimic real uses for dogs such as searching vehicles, interior spaces, luggage or outdoors
Particularly great for adolescent or generally independent dogs to do something they take the lead on
Easy to set up and play at home!
Sport FUNdations
Learn skills that will serve your dog in a variety of sports. Includes heel foundations, tunnels, jumps and practical 'wait your turn' skills.
Sample sports to see what you and your dog may enjoy, build confidence, or just have fun teaching your dog something new!
Great for dogs that need something to do with all that energy!
Tricks
Learn a variety of tricks to challenge your dog's brain and up your training skills
Classes vary in which tricks are taught based on students goals and abilities
AKC Trick Title evaluations are offered as a part of the class!
Check out the Trick Lists for titles here for ideas!
6 Week Class for $189
February 27th Thursdays at 6pm
Dogs will learn to associate a novel scent (birch) with reinforcement and how to search for it. Teams will build their searching and indicating skills through a variety of games. Dogs learn to search items indoors, outdoors (if weather permits) and containers.
Starter kits will be included for all students so you can practice at home!
6 Week class for $189
January 7th Tuesdays at 7:15pm
This class introduces your dog to a variety of searches you would see in competition which mimics ways dogs are used in the real world.
Your dog will learn to search for multiple hides, high hides, buried and water hides, challenging container searches, and vehicles (weather dependent). Get an idea of all of the ways your dog can use their nose!
Scent kits will be provided. Must have completed Intro to Nosework!
$20 drop in class
Need more nosework? Interested n Trialing or need to hone some specific trailing skills? Join us for a weekly drop in class where searches are set for teams to practice. Different skills can be focused on depending on goals and requests are welcome!
Class is held outdoors in nice weather and is a relaxed and fun group.
NEW!: Starting in 2025, First Sunday of the month will be at a different location (parks or dog friendly stores). Add variety to searches and unique environmental distractions!
Must have completed Intro to Nosework or equivalent. This class is for dogs who have been paired with odor and have basic searching skills.
6 Week Class for $189
February 21st Fridays at 7:15pm
NEW for 2025!
Ever been told 'your dog would be good at agility?' as your young dog is bouncing around? Want to get an idea of what you and your dog enjoy doing together? Build a solid foundation for a variety of sports while teaching your dog fun skills in this class! Great for young dogs with a lot of energy or who need to build some confidence.
Learn skills that translate into a variety of sports such as rally, obedience and agility. Think of it as a sampler!
Teach your dog fun skills such as tunnels, jumps, wrapping cones, pivots and other heeling foundation skills, toy play and marker mechanics for sports, and learning how to calmly wait your turn.
Build confidence, focus, a positive relationship and harness your dog's energy into something fun.
Dogs must have taken Adventure Ready Puppy or Dog or equivalent.
6 Week Class for $189
Tricks are a great way to get your dog thinking and bond as a team, not to mention a great way to show off. The class will cover foundations for teaching tricks, and then appropriate tricks will be worked on by each team. Tricks taught will be chosen based on each dog’s interest and abilities.
The option to be evaluated for the AKC Trick Dog titles will be offered at the end of class. For more information on the AKC Trick Dog program, check out their website.
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Fitnacity Dog Training is located 20 minutes west of Frederick MD providing easy access for Harpers Ferry WV, Lovettesville VA, Middletown MD, Jefferson MD, Boonsboro MD, Bruswick MD and more. Fitnacity provides a NEW 1200 sqft climate controlled indoor area plus outdoor area for more space to practice.
(240) 490-2332
4815 Catholic Church Rd
Knoxville MD 21758
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