Workshop Skills Training Sequences

09 Jun 2025Steve Schwarz

Here are six short sequences working on basic to advanced skills at AKC-ish obstacle spacings from a recent workshop.

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Getting Started in Snooker - Video

18 Apr 2025Steve Schwarz

Learn everything you need to confidently enter your first dog agility Snooker run! In this video presentation with Stephanie Theis of k9nut.com, we cover the terminology, rules, planning strategies, and tips for running a successful Snooker course.

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Snooker Point/Time Calculator Web App - Video

07 Apr 2025Steve Schwarz

I've created a Dog Agility Snooker Calculator to help you plan your runs, calculate points, estimate times, and explore "what-if" scenarios. Check out the video tutorial!

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Dynamic Dog Agility Handler Warm Up - Video

12 Feb 2025Steve Schwarz

You know you and your dog need to be warmed up before you get in the ring to help avoid injury and to perform at your best. Right? But, maybe you don't know where to start. Here is a video and PDF created by Chris Kerton of Karma Fitness outlining a dynamic warm up routine specifically designed for dog agility handlers!

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Smaller Space Training Sequence

31 Jan 2025Steve Schwarz

I created a 50' x 80' (15m x 24m) jumping version of a fun and challenging Dana Pike agility training course I recently shared. Lots of good challenges with some longer lines even in a smaller space.

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Dana Pike Int'l Training Sequence - Video

26 Jan 2025Steve Schwarz

A Dana Pike designed a Standard agility training course based on a Jan Egil Eide course. I've included the course diagram, a discussion of handling options, and a video of Spark and me running the sequence with some of the options.

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Using a Jump Wing as a Training Prop for Back Side/Threadle Slices - Video

21 Jan 2025Steve Schwarz

I demo adding a jump wing on the take off side of a threadle slice for Spark when he was having trouble finding his take off spot after I raised his jump height up to 24."

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Make Your Own UKI US Open Schedule

06 Nov 2024Steve Schwarz

Use my new AgilityNerd Compete website to create your schedule for the UKI US Open event.

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Automatic UKI Open Bye Tracker with AgilityNerd Results Blender

27 Sep 2024Steve Schwarz

UKI US Open competitors can streamline their Bye Tracker using the AgilityNerd Results Blender. Get organized and stay informed for the event!

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Jenny Damm on The Wrong End of the Tunnel Podcast

27 Sep 2024Steve Schwarz

In this episode, Jenny Damm shares insights on dog agility training with Chris Kerton. A must-listen for all agility enthusiasts!

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