K9 FIT CLUB - Lacombe

02/25/2026

New Classes listed 👇
I've set up 2 Disengagement Games & Skills programs which have sold out immediately. If you are interested in getting on a waitlist for this program, please let me know.
🐾 NEW‼️ OSCK9 Scent Club Challenges
Our Scent Detection Level 1 (SD1) is now available!
This title includes 6 Wintergreen hides:
• 2 Interior
• 1 Distance
• 1 Container
• 1 Exterior
• 1 Vehicle
$60 + GST for all 6 searches
Each search is scored: Pass (Y/N)
If a search needs another attempt:
• You will not be told where the hide is
• You can try again the same day for $10 + GST per hide
• Or come back another day to complete any remaining searches at $10 + GST per hide
**We are currently designing ribbons for our new Challenge titles.
You are welcome to book now and complete your searches. Your title and ribbon will be awarded once they are ready.
👉 Message for booking instructions or ask questions

01/16/2026

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01/16/2026

POST 4 Informative Series continued…

🐾🌿 Freework, Groundwork, and the Nervous System

Not all progress comes from doing more.

Some of the most meaningful changes in behavior happen when we intentionally slow things down 🧘‍♂️

This is where Freework and Groundwork fit into my work.

Both approaches invite dogs to move through space with less pressure and more choice. Instead of asking for performance, they allow the dog’s nervous system to gather information and organize the body at its own pace.

🐾 choice and autonomy
🐾 slow, methodical movement
🐾 time to process sensory input
🐾 opportunities to pause, investigate, or disengage

From a physiological standpoint, slow, intentional movement supports activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, which is responsible for rest, digestion, recovery, and regulation.

When the parasympathetic system is more available
muscle tone can soften
breathing becomes slower and deeper
posture becomes less braced
movement becomes more coordinated

🤔 This matters because the brain is constantly interpreting signals from the body.

A body that is tense, rushed, or braced sends the brain a message of urgency or threat.
A body that is moving slowly and with choice sends a different message.

👍 This is manageable.

Freework and Groundwork are not about teaching behaviors.
They are about changing the internal conditions under which behavior happens and creating optimum.

When the nervous system has space to downshift, dogs are better able to assess, think, and respond rather than react automatically.

This is why slowing down isn’t passive.
It’s foundational.

❓When things slow down for your dog, what changes do you notice in their body, movement, or behavior?

➡️ In the next post, I’ll explain why understanding people and their nervous systems has always been central to how I work ♾️

01/14/2026

A great example of how foundational skills can be viewed through a much wider lens 🧠🐾

When LUNA’s dad shared that she’s had plenty of obedience training, it opened up an important conversation. Not about cues, but about how the body moves while performing them, and why that matters for wellness, longevity, and quality of life.

German Shepherds, along with several other breeds, are often predisposed to hip and lumbar challenges. Supporting these dogs means looking beyond whether a dog can sit or down, and paying attention to posture, weight distribution, movement patterns, and how the body organizes itself over time 💪

For young dogs like BO, this work builds proprioception early and helps pet parents learn what ideal form actually looks like. It also shows how small changes in how we ask for sit, down, and stand can influence balance, coordination, and healthy use of the whole body ⚖️

This isn’t about drilling positions.
It’s about building awareness, resilience, and foundations that support dogs across their lifetime 🐕✨

Strong foundations support dogs for life.

01/08/2026

Want a high-energy, martial-arts–inspired workout you can do at home? 🥊🔥

I’ve recorded my Cardio Kick & Core class on Zoom and I am am offering it as a prerecorded video for anyone who isn’t local, can’t make my in-person classes, or prefers to work out on their own schedule.

This class is inspired by martial arts–style cardio training, combining:
• Boxing and kick combinations
• Athletic, music-driven movement
• Core-focused strength work
• Continuous flow that builds cardio fitness and coordination

It’s fast-paced, empowering, and fun, with options to adjust intensity as needed. You’ll move, sweat, and feel strong without needing equipment or prior experience.

This class is for you if:
• You enjoy kickboxing-style or athletic cardio workouts
• You want something more energizing than steady-state cardio
• You like music-driven movement with a strong, motivating flow
• You want to build cardio fitness, coordination, and core strength
• You prefer to work out at home, on your own schedule

It’s the same coaching style you’d get in my live classes, just on your own time and in your own space.

$15 CAD via e-transfer
I’ll email you your personal link so you can press play whenever it works for you 🥊

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, send me a message along with the email address you want the video sent to, and I’ll get you set up 💛

For personal use only. Please consult with your doctor prior to starting any new exercise program.

01/07/2026

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01/02/2026

I had a few people ask if there would be a way to join Dance Fitness without coming in person, so I wanted to put this out there.

I recorded a full Dance Fitness class on Zoom and I’m offering it as a prerecorded video for anyone who isn’t local, can’t make Tuesday mornings in person, or simply wants to dance with me on their own schedule.

It’s the same feel-good movement, music, and flow you’d get in class, just on your own time. It’s relaxed, real, and you can follow along just as you would in my in-person classes.

$15 via e-transfer and I’ll email you your personal link so you can dance anytime that works for you 💃

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, send me a message and I’ll get you set up 🥰

✅ My fitness videos are for personal use only.
✅ Please listen to your body and move within your own comfort level, modifying or resting as needed.
✅ Consult with your doctor prior to starting any new exercise program.

12/30/2025

Lately I’ve been thinking about how much we underestimate play as adults.

For many, somewhere along the way, exercise became something they feel like they have to do instead of something to actually enjoy. But dancing has a funny way of sneaking past that resistance. It taps into the same brain systems as play. Rhythm, music, movement, laughter, connection. Suddenly you’re moving, your heart rate is up, your brain is engaged, and it doesn’t feel like work at all.

That’s a big part of why I decided to add a women’s early morning DANCE FITNESS class to my schedule.

It’s fun. It’s energizing. It wakes up the nervous system, boosts mood and memory, and sets a really positive tone for the rest of the day. And there’s something special about moving together in a small group first thing in the morning.

No pressure.
No perfection required.
Just good music, movement, and a shared sense of pure joy.

Tuesdays 7:00–8:00AM starting January 6th
at K9 FIT CLUB – Lacombe 💃☀️

If you’ve been craving movement that feels joyful and helps energize your day, my Dance Fitness classes might be for you 😉

And no, you don’t need to be a dancer. If you can move your feet, you’re good 👍

$20 + GST per class
Space is limited
Email [email protected] for registration details

12/29/2025

Pump It! Muscle Mix 💪🎵

Pump It! Muscle Mix is a 12-week small group, progressive free-weight training program for women, running 9–10am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at our facility in Lacombe, starting January 5th.

Muscle Mix is structured as 3 progressive 4-week blocks, each divided into a 3-day split and implementing a variety of training techniques to build strength, confidence, and consistency over time. The programming is intentional and progressive, but always adaptable, allowing you to work at your level while still being supported within a coached group setting.

This program is designed for women who want structure without pressure.
You’ll choose your own weights and options, while benefiting from thoughtful programming that supports long-term strength rather than quick burnout.
The small group setting provides motivation, accountability, and a supportive community while still allowing each participant to train at their own level.
Participants will receive strength logs to track progress throughout the program.

Music is a foundational part of every Pump It! program 🎵🔥
It’s not just background noise. It’s a motivational tool that helps keep the group connected, focused, and moving together, even though each participant makes the workout their own.

If you’re looking for progressive strength training in a supportive small-group environment where consistency, confidence, and sustainability matter, this may be exactly what you’ve been looking for 🥰

Come and join me 🤍
Message me or email [email protected] for full details and registration information.

11/25/2025

Send a message to learn more

11/25/2025

1 spot open!!

Update SOLD OUT (let is know if you want another class started on a different day - we’ll see what we can do!!)

Want to learn the foundations of Scent Detection? Join our One Smart Cookie K9 Sniff Club!👃

SCENT-Foundations is a fun introductory three-session program that teaches you and your dog the basics of Scent Detection while helping you work better as a Team. You will build confidence, strengthen communication, and develop early search skills through short, engaging activities that teach your dog how to use their nose with purpose. 🎯

SCENT-Foundations is perfect for dogs who enjoy sniffing, have basic skills (for example, being able to focus on you in a group setting), thrive with mental enrichment, and Teams who want to create a strong foundation before moving into more advanced scent detection activities. 🧠🐶

When we teach this sport for fun, you and your dog learn simple games that need only the target odor and your pup’s natural desire to sniff. These can be played anywhere and offer great mental and physical stimulation, especially on cold days. ❄️

Classes run on Saturdays Nov 29, Dec 6, and Dec 13 from 10:00-11:00am at our training facility in Lacombe. 3 Sessions Only $99+GST

‼️ 1 spot open - Registration link in the comments 👇