MADTA upcoming events

RALLY - ADVANCE - 2026 Session 4 (August 13, 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

RALLY- ADVANCE - 2026 Session 4

Seven Week Session: $120 Non-Member / $100 Associate Member / $80 Full Member

Thursdays 2:00PM- 3:00PM

Classes start on July 2, 2026

Registration for Full Members opens June 8, 2026

Registration for Associate Members opens June 12, 2026

Registration for Non-Members opens June 15, 2026

Registration closes June 19, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted

No Refunds or changes after registration closes except where provided by Policy 15 "Refunds

Instructor : Donna Morrison email: donnamorrison331@gmail.com

To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at
betsyp2014@gmail.com

Class Description

For handlers and their dogs that have completed Intermediate Rally. The focus will be working off leash on the AKC Advanced exercises.

Dog and handler teams will learn the skills necessary to execute the exercises needed to run Intermediate/Advanced Rally courses successfully. The class will provide instruction for performing the advanced rally signs and provide Advanced level courses to train on.

Prerequisites: Your dog must have completed the Intermediate rally class or have earned their intermediate rally title.

A crate is required each week for your dog so handlers are free to walk the course and learn the necessary footwork for each exercise.

Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.

This class is limited to six teams.

Competition Open Obedience Class - 2026 Session 4 (August 13, 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Competition Open Obedience Class - 2026 Session 4

Seven Week Session: $120 Non-Member / $100 Associate Member / $80 Full Member

Thursday 5:00- 6:30PM

Classes start on July 2, 2026

Registration for Members opens June 8, 2026

Registration for Associate Members opens June 12, 2026

Registration for Non-Members opens June 15, 2026

Registration closes June 19, 2026 after which no registrations will be accepted.

No Refunds or changes after registration closes except where provided by Policy 15 "Refunds"

Instructor: Betsy Powers email - betsyp2014@gmail.com

To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

Class Description:

This class will focus on teaching the Open exercises used in The AKC Open Obedience class. We will teach and perfect heeling through turns and pace changes for off leash heeling, retrieves, jumping, drop on recall, and command discrimination. This class is designed to be repeated multiple times as most dogs will not master the exercises in a 7 week period.

Prerequisites: Your dog must have a reliable sit stay and be able to work off lead around other dogs.

Equipment: You must have a dumbbell.

Dog Crate is required for this class

Dogs must be crated when not in ring.

Beginner Obedience Class Thursday PM -2026 Session 4 (August 13, 2026)

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Beginner Obedience Class - Thursday PM - 2026 Session 4

Seven Week Session: $120 Non-Member / $100 Associate Member /$80 Member
Thursday Evenings 6:30pm-7:15pm
Classes start on July 2, 2026
Registration for Full Members opens June 8, 2026
Registration for Associate Members June 12, 2026
Registration for Non-Members opens June 15, 2026
Registration closes June 19, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted
No Refunds or changes after registration closes except where provided by Policy 15 "Refunds"
Instructor: Melanie Magamol email magamoll@aol.com
Assistant Instructor: Regina Compton email shelties0702@yahoo.com
To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.
If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible.

If you have trouble registering for this class contact the training director Betsy Powers betsyp2014@gmail.com

Class Description:

This Class is for students that have not had any prior training. The exercises taught will be Walk on a loose leash, Sit and Down exercises, Recall, Leave it command, Teach your dog not to Jump up. Teach your dog how to enter and exit doors. Some distractions will be used to enhance Sit and Down stays along with the Recall and Walking on a loose leash. House manners will also be included. This class teaches beginning requirements toward your dog becoming a Canine Good Citizen.

Open/Utility Obedience - Proofing 2026 Session 4 (August 19, 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 12:45:00 GMT

Open/Utility Obedience -Proofing

2026 Session 4

Seven Week Session: $105 Non-Member / $85 Associate Member/ $65 Full Member

Wednesdays 8:45 AM- 10:00 AM

Classes start on July 15, 2026

Registration for Full Members opens June 8, 2026

Registration for Associate Members opens June12, 2026

Registration for Non Members opens June 15, 2026

Registration closes June 19, 2026 after which NO registrations will be accepted

No Refunds or changes after registration closes except where provided by Policy 15 "Refunds

Instructor: Susan Howard email susanhoward2815@gmail.com

To register scroll to the lower left corner and select the register button.

If the register button is not found select the add to waitlist button, the class is full we will do our best to find an opening if possible

If you have trouble registering contact the Training Director , Betsy Powers at betsyp2014@gmail.com

Class Description:

This class is for dog and handler teams that have a full understanding of the Open and Utility exercises. Instruction will be offered on ways to improve and polish your performances. Challenges will be used to assure you and your dog have a full understanding of each exercise and can work under stress and induced pressure.

Prerequisites: The class requires that you can demonstrate to the instructor that you can perform ALL Open & Utility exercises & that the dog has a solid understanding of those exercises.
Dogs MUST be capable of working off leash around other working dogs whilst being under FULL voice command”

Dog Crates are required at every class.

Dogs must be crated when not in the ring.