08/09/2025
Two of Medicine Hat's dog clubs are offering many classes to find the right sport for you and your pup!
Flashing Canines Agility Club and Medicine Hat Canine Sport Association!
Our instructors are active in the sports they teach so you can learn the proper skills to have fun in the sport! (whether you want to compete some day or just play for FUN!)
Our Fall Classes are planned and ready for registration!
(All classes are 6 weeks and 120$, we are at two locations Dunmore (FK9) and Brier Park (MHK9 Sport)
MONDAYS (Starting Sept 8th)
MHK9
Barn Hunt
6:15-7:30
7:30-8:30
Classes are potentially full until Lexi confirms with current students, dogs must have taken try it class or a barn hunt intro for these classes
FK9
6:15-7:15 Puppy Class
Open to puppies who have had their second set of shots to 11 months old. We will work all your puppy skills, body awareness and helping you raise a confident puppy who values you!
7:30-8:30 Level 3
Open to dogs who have completed Level 2
TUESDAYS (Starting Sept 9th)
MHK9
6:30-7:30 TRY IT CLASS
Every week your dog gets to try out a new sport and see what they love to do best! Agility, Flyball, Trieball, Scent, Barn Hunt, Disc, NASDA and more!
7:45-8:45 Beginner Flyball
Does your dog love a ball??? Try out the fun sport of Flyball! Learn the foundations skills to be successful in this sport!
WEDNESDAYS (Starting Sept 10th)
MHK9
7:30-8:30 FLYBALL
Open to dogs who have already been in our Flyball classes
FK9
7:30-8:30 Level 1 Agility
Open to dogs over the age of 11 months! Get started on your agility journey!
For any questions or to register please comment on this post, message the page or email Michelle at [email protected]
Playing dog sports with your pup is about way more than just exercise — it’s a recipe for a healthier, happier dog (and a stronger bond between you two).
1. Physical fitness
Dog sports like agility, flyball, dock diving, or canicross keep your pup in great shape, building muscle tone, stamina, and coordination.
2. Mental stimulation
Many breeds crave problem-solving and challenge. Sports give them “jobs” to do, which can help prevent boredom-driven behaviors like chewing, digging, or excessive barking.
3. Stronger bond
Training and competing together builds trust and communication. Your pup learns to read your cues, and you learn to read theirs — you become true teammates.
4. Confidence boost
Sports help shy or anxious dogs gain confidence through small, repeated successes in a safe environment.
5. Social opportunities
You’ll meet other dog lovers, and your pup gets a chance to interact with other dogs in a structured, positive setting.
6. Outlet for breed instincts
Working breeds, herding dogs, and hunting dogs especially benefit — sports channel their instincts into safe, fun activities.
7. Pure fun
Whether it’s splashing into a pool or weaving through poles, sports let dogs do what they love most: move, play, and enjoy life with their favorite human.
