Dances with Dogs

DANCES with DOGS – is active in Canberra, Queanbeyan and surrounds. Come along and see what it’s all about.


Dances with Dogs (DWD), isn’t really about dancing (no tutus, ballet slippers or waltz partnering) – rather it’s about stepping out with your dog, moving and performing tricks (like spins, leg weaves and rollovers) to the beat of a piece of music you select.


In class you will learn lots of tricks (that suit you and your dog), how to selecting and editing suitable music you really like and building a routine. All training has a positive, motivational base and uses rewards NOT punishment.


DWD is a lot of fun and definitely enhances the bonds and control you have with your dog. You may join simply to learn, play and socialise. However, for those interested, there are also ANKC sanctioned competitions and titles. Competition levels commence with Beginners performing routines between 1 and 1&1/2 minutes only; and progress through Novice and Intermediate to Advanced (which has a maximum of 4 minute routines). We even have international video clip comps for the very keen.


So ... when & where?


Training: is held on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings – choose the day that suits you best. Blocks of classes run for 7 to 8 weeks, and we often have some half-day seminars on a weekend for those interested.

· The more advanced group train from 7:00 to 8:00 pm; and

· New-starters from 8:00 to 9:00 pm.

Tuesday the 8th and Wednesday the 9th of February at 8:00 pm are introductory nights for new starters – there are no charges this night. Please bring your dog. You are welcome to come early and watch the more advanced group train. However, as dogs in class are generally working off-lead, I ask that new-starters keep their dogs outside until the more advanced class is finished and their dogs either crated or put in cars etc.


Venue: The large pavilion at the Queanbeyan Show Grounds; entry via the gates on Glebe Ave, Queanbeyan.


If you have any questions, or would like a location map emailed to you, please email our head instructor, Tony Turner (tony@irony.id.au) or call him on 0403 640 576.


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