Upcoming JCAC workshops Upcoming JCAC Workshops Jeannie Biggers Seminars November 22 - 24 2024 Flyer SEMINAR 1 - NOVEMBER 22, 2024 - 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - CHANCES Do you and your dog struggle in NADAC Chances? Then this is a seminar for you. Jeannie will help your team achieve more success in distance classes such as Chances. Your dog should be at least ready to compete (so able to perform all the obstacles) so at least Novice level. This seminar will be held at the JCAC training site we call the Patch, 25128 N. 15 th Ave., Phoenix, AZ. SEMINAR 2 - NOVEMBER 22, 2024 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - STAKES - This seminar is meant for those who trial in NADAC Stakes classes, or who are interested in trying Stakes. (Stakes are the big distance classes in NADAC). So your dog should be able to do all the obstacles independently and at least at the distance seen in Elite Chances. This seminar will be held at the JCAC training site we call the Patch, 25128 N. 15th Ave., Phoenix, AZ. SEMINAR 3 - NOVEMBER 23 & 24, 2024 - 8:30 AM- 12:00 PM - NOVICE HANDLING - This is a 2 part seminar, so half on Saturday morning and half on Sunday morning. It will focus on the skills needed to successfully compete in NADAC Novice Regular and those who are new to NADAC Open Regular. So your dog should be able to perform all of the NADAC obstacles. This seminar will be held at 4946 W. Fallen Leaf Lane, Glendale, Az. (About 5 miles west of the Patch). SEMINAR 4 -NOVEMBER 23 & 24, 2024 - 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - ELITE HANDLING - This is a 2 part seminar, so half on Saturday afternoon and half on Sunday afternoon. It will focus on the skills needed to successfully compete in NADAC Elite Regular and those who are experienced in NADAC Open Regular. This seminar will be held at 4946 W. Fallen Leaf Lane, Glendale, Az. (About 5 miles west of the Patch).

Top of Page Scent Classes Presented by Billie Rosen 2023 Sessions begin January 6th. Monday night, 8:00 p.m – Beginner 2 Tuesday night, 8:00 p.m. – Advanced Intermediate/Advanced Thursday night, 6:00 p.m. – Introduction to Nosework Thursday night, 8:00 p.m. – Introduction to Nosework Friday morning, 8:30 – Advanced Sessions are 6 weeks long. Cost is $100 for the session. If interested, contact Billie Rosen at 602-615-6078 or use the contact form below. Contact Billie Thanks for submitting! Submit

Upcoming JCAC workshops, 2024-2025 Upcoming JCAC Workshops December 30, 2024 – Jeannie Biggers is staying an extra day after judging for JCAC’s New Years trial to do a seminar on Foundations of Agility. Even if you are well along in your training, you can learn really good stuff for your current dog or start planning for a future dog. And if you are new to agility, this will be a super opportunity to make sure you are starting your canine companion off with a good solid foundation. There are limited working spots, so get your application in ASAP. BIGGERS FLYER / REGISTRATION FORM January 21 - 23, 2025 – Stacy Peardot-Goudy is back once again. Stacy has been doing seminars every year for JCAC for over 25 years!!! That is a hint about how good she is. This seminar is for dogs in or getting ready for Elite/Masters/Excellent level. February 9, 2025 – Sunny Thetga , our other judge at our New Year's trial, is hosting 2 seminars at the Patch. These seminars are also great for dogs or people who are newer to our great sport, or not yet competing. Only 10 working spots in each seminar, so sign up as soon as you can. THETGA FLYER / REGISTRATION FORM February 18 - 20, 2025 – Stacy Peardot-Goudy is back for 3 more days. These are single day seminars. Topics are Communicating with your Dog - Verbals and Body Language; Find the Line (i.e. understanding the most efficient path); and Obstacle Discrimination. PEARDOT-GOUDY FLYER / REGISTRATION FORM

A listing of upcoming JCAC Trials and Events. Top of Page Upcoming JCAC Trials & Events Please REFRESH this page when you visit to ensure your computer / phone is loading the latest versions of the premiums. JCAC Club Meeting Date: August 30th, 2026 Start Time: 6 PM Streets of New York, 1985 W Happy Valley Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85085, United States Send agenda items to the President at president @jumpingchollas.com or Club Secretary, Ann Hammersly, at ahammeragility @gmail.com [remove space] SUMMER FUN SCHEDULE June 6 - September 20, 2026 Jumping Chollas Agility Patch 25200 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85085 Fun Runs Mini Trials Open Patch Practice Virtual Trials INFORMATION NADAC Mini Agility Trial Weavers August 3, 2026 Jumping Chollas Agility Patch 25200 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85085 Opens: June 27, 2026 Closes: July 27, 2026 How to complete a NADAC entry (paper) form Test Secretary: Beth Skoff skoffagility @gmail.com [remove space] Sorry NO Online Entries PREMIUM NADAC Mini Agility Trial Chances August 20, 2026 Jumping Chollas Agility Patch 25200 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85085 Opens: July 13, 2026 Closes: August 13, 2026 How to complete a NADAC entry (paper) form Test Secretary: Julie Harbo jmharbodvm @gmail.com [remove space] Sorry NO Online Entries PREMIUM NADAC Mini Agility Trial Tunnelers September 1, 2026 Jumping Chollas Agility Patch 25200 N 15th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85085 Opens: July 27, 2026 Closes: August 27, 2026 How to complete a NADAC entry (paper) form Test Secretary: Beth Nicholson teamcrazytrain20223 @gmail.com [remove space] Sorry NO Online Entries PREMIUM NADAC Agility Trial - Cactus Classic Sept 11-13, 2026 NOTE: Regular Runs Fri Sept 11 Cactus Class & Team Runs, Sept 12-13 WestWorld Equidome, Arena 5a 16601 N. Pima Road Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Opens: August 1, 2026 Closes: August 31, 2026 How to complete a NADAC entry (paper) form Test Secretary: Wendy Hultsman wendyagility @gmail.com [remove space] Enter Online PLEASE READ THE PREMIUM CAREFULLY!!! PREMIUM 2026 Agility Trials NADAC TRIALS Jan. 16-18 @ Sahuaro Ranch Park Feb. 7th @ JCAC Patch (JH Only Trial) Feb. 13-15th @ Paseo Verde Park Mar. 13-15th @Paseo Verde Park Apr. 10-11th @ Paseo Verde Park May 9-10th @ JCAC Patch (night trial) June 9th @ JCAC Patch Tunnelers Mini-Trial June 16th @ JCAC Patch TNG Mini-Trial July 11-12 @ Westworld Aug. 3rd @ JCAC Patch Weavers Mini-Trial Aug. 20th @ JCAC Patch Chances Mini-Trial Sept 11-13 @ Westworld Cactus Classic JCAC of GP AKC TR IALS Jan. 9-11 @ Paseo Verde Park Feb. 6-8 Scent Work Trials @ AZ Agribusiness & Equine Center Paradise Valley Feb 28 – Mar 1 Agility @ Paseo Verde Park Oct 24-25 AKC Agility @ Paseo Verde Park

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Upcoming JCAC workshops in 2026 Upcoming JCAC Workshops AGILITY January - February, 2026 Stacy Peardot-Goudy is back once again. Stacy has been doing seminars every year for JCAC for over 25 years!!! She is offering four workshops throughout January and February: JANUARY 13 - 15, ADVANCED HANDLING FEBRUARY 17, CONTACTS & WEAVE POLES FEBRUARY 18, OBSTACLE DISCRIMINATION FEBRUARY 19, COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR DOG - VERBALS AND BODY LANGUAGE PEARDOT-GOUDY FLYER / REGISTRATION FORM (revised) SCENT WORK SANDRA TUNG, from Greater Seattle, Washington SEMINAR 1 - FEBRUARY 9, 2026; 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - NOVICE SEMINAR 2 - FEBRUARY 9, 2026; 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - OPEN/ADVANCED SEMINAR 3 - FEBRUARY 10, 2026; 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM - EXC/MASTERS/DETECTIVE/ELITE SEMINAR 4 - FEBRUARY 10, 2026; 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM - EXC/MASTERS/DETECTIVE/ELITE (Repeat of Seminar 3) SANDRA TUNG FLYER / REGISTRATION FORM

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Descriptions of the agility training classes offered by Jumping Chollas Agility Club. Includes day of the week and time each is offered. Top of Page Contact Training Director Classes Class Application Forms Classes Agility Classes For more information about the training schedule, fees, and other policies, please click Training Information . Questions about classes? Use the contact form at the bottom of the page to get in touch with the Training Director. Puppy Program Have a puppy? Our off-site partner, Leaps N Bounds, offers a 20 week puppy program that can start your young pup off in foundation and then you can enroll in a Beginner or Intermediate class when they are older. Contact Amber at leapsnbounds22@gmail.com to get your agility adventure started now. Foundation & Relationship - Wednesdays 6:30 PM (7:30 PM starting in August) Focuses on the basic behaviors and tools which form the foundation for solid teamwork and obstacle performance. Starts training on contact boards, tunnels, hoops, operant learning, and more. Prepares you and your dog for Beginner I and higher. Foundation Application form NOTE : Our classes are popular, so there is often a waiting list for this class. Spots are offered on a first applied, first served basis. Junior Handling - Wednesdays 6:30 PM (Updated Oct 1. 2025) For Junior Handlers between the ages of 10 and 18 years. Handlers under 10 may join with approval from the Training Director and JH Instructors. Beginner 1 - Thursdays 6:30 PM Must have completed the Foundation and Relationship class or Leaps 'N Bounds (LNB) Puppy Class or Junior Handler class. Introduces you to training the contact obstacles, weave poles, jumps, and tunnels, and continuation of basic skills and tools that underlie handling, including stays (for start lines), recalls, and a release command. Introduces forward sends, rear crosses, front crosses and distance. Beginner 2 - Thursdays 8:00 PM Must have successfully completed Beginner I or Leaps 'N Bounds (LNB) Puppy Class or Junior Handler class. Continues training of contact obstacles and weave poles, and introduces training for other obstacles including the tire and table. Introduces distance handling skills and turns, beginning of sequencing several obstacles, and beginning handling and side change skills. Works towards running a short course by the end of the session. Intermediate I - Mondays 8:00 PM Must have successfully completed Beginner II class, Junior Handler class, or Puppy class. Completes the basic training of obstacles; begins focusing on handling, i.e., directing the dog through a course and continues handling and side change skills. Focuses on teaching turns, jumping skills, obstacle sequencing, blind crosses and rear crosses. Intermediate II - Tuesdays 6:30 PM Must have successfully completed Intermediate I class. Focuses on handling tools such as wraps, and front, blind, and rear crosses; continues distance skills, introduces obstacle discrimination and develops additional obstacle performance skills. You will gain experience running medium length course sequences. Intermediate III - Tuesdays 8:00 PM Must have successfully completed Intermediate II class. Introduces additional handling tools such as serpentines, sending to the backside of jumps, and 270s. Focuses on obstacle discrimination and continues work on distance, side changes, and obstacle performance skills. Novice - Thursdays 7:45 PM (Start time updated August 2025.) Must have successfully completed Intermediate III class. Prepares you for Advanced/Competition class. Focuses on using and applying handling and performance skills and how to analyze a course sequence. Works the same exercises as the Advanced/Competition class in a simpler or shorter format. Advanced/Competition - Mondays 6:30 PM; Tuesday 6:30 & 8:00 PM; Wednesday morning; Thursdays 6:30 PM Must have successfully completed the Novice Class. Includes dogs at all levels of competition, and those who just want to perfect their skills but not compete. Works on more advanced skills, while polishing and further developing the foundation skills required in successfully running agility courses. Distance - Monday Nights Admission to Distance classes requires approval from the instructor and training director. Monday 5:30 pm - Advanced Distance class (those previously in this class and have significant distance skills). Instructor approval is required to be in this class. Monday 6:30 pm - Intermediate Distance class (must have already taken at least one session of distance classes). Instructor approval is required to be in this class. Classes are limited to 8 dogs. Do not sign up unless you plan on attending all of the classes. Course Class - Wednesday 8 PM & Thursday 7:30 AM (Start time updated August 2025.) For dogs which have successfully completed the Novice class and/or Intermediate III. Course analysis and performance. Wednesday evening class focuses on NADAC style courses. Thursday morning class focuses on running courses from NADAC, ASCA, AKC and USDAA. Classes are limited to 15 dogs. Not sure which class to register for? Other training questions? Contact our Training Director, Wendy Hultsman, using the form below. Class Application Forms Contact Training Director Contact Us Thanks for submitting! Submit

Class schedules, fees, and policies. Top of Page Contact Training Director Policies Communication Class Schedule Fees Training Information Class Schedule Jumping Chollas Agility Club offers training classes in small groups, for all levels of agility, from puppies and new adult dogs through competition classes, as well as classes for kids. New to Jumping Chollas? If you're new to our club but have trained elsewhere, contact the Training Director, Wendy Hultsman, using the contact form at the bottom of this page to discuss the appropriate class for your dog(s) before applying. Policies If your dog is new to or just starting agility, it needs to start in the Foundation and Relationship class . The Training Director will contact you when there is a slot for you in the class and then ask for payment. If a student is under 16 years of age, s/he must have a parent or guardian present at the class. You may train as many dogs as you want, but only one dog per class please - unless approved by the Training Director. Register for only one regular class per dog with one exception: you may sign up for the Distance or Course class at the same time with the same dog. Dogs work in small groups - a maximum of 5 dogs per instructor - in all the regular classes, to ensure you get lots of attention. NEW ! Bitches in season may attend classes but they must wear panties until their season is finished. JCAC Group Communication Join and subscribe to our club's closed Groups.io to obtain notices, updates, and other news of events, posts concerning club events, canine issues in Arizona, and other helpful and interesting information concerning agility. Click on Groups.io or copy and paste this URL into your browser: https://groups.io/g/jumpingchollas Class Schedule All class sessions last 8 weeks. JCAC offers 4 sessions each year starting in: late September or early October late November or early December February April Note: the Foundation & Relationship class may have a slightly different schedule. Deadline for class registration is 2 weeks prior to start date of the session. A late fee of $10 per dog will automatically be added to your calculated class fees if your application is not received before or by the deadline. Note: there is no late fee for Foundation . 2026 Class Schedule: A) Regular & Jr Handling Classes - 8 weeks starting: September 21, 2026 November 16, 2026 April 6, 2026 February 9, 2026 B) Foundation & Relationship Classes July 30, 2026 September 23, 2026 November 28, 2026 February 9, 2026 7:30 - 8:30 PM 2027 Class Schedule: A) Regular & Jr Handling Classes - 8 weeks starting: February 8, 2027 April 5, 2027 B) Foundation & Relationship Classes February 10, 2027 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM Fees (effective Sept 21, 2025) Non-members: $125 Club Members: $100 for 1st dog; $85/dog for additional dogs Junior Handling classes: $45 / session Late Registration Fee: $10/per dog Fees Policies Communication Class Applications Have a question about training ? Contact Training Director Send Thanks! Message sent to the Training Director.

JCAC's summer schedule of agility Fun Runs, Mini Trials, and Video Trials (VTs). Top of Page Schedule 2024 JCAC SUMMER SCHEDULE Is Your Team Ready to Trial? Jumping Chollas Agility Club (JCAC) hosts a lot of fun events for our members and students to stay active this summer. All activities will be held at the Jumping Chollas Patch (25128 N. 15th Ave.). A full schedule & description of JCAC Mini-Trials, VTs, Fun Runs, & Open Patch events are listed below. You can also d ownload schedule in PDF form . Mini-Trials Summer Mini-Trials are open to everyone and are a great opportunity for new handlers and/or dogs to get experience in a small trial setting. If you are unsure about entering a trial, please ask your current instructor if you are ready. You can also, check out “Is Your Team Ready” at https://tinyurl.com/Is-Your-Team-Ready Mini-Trials are a laidback version of a regular trial. Due to the summer heat, the trials are held at night with a start time around 6:30pm. Like regular season trials, you may request a Trial Mentor to help you during the Mini-Trials. You can request a Trial Mentor by emailing the Trial Secretary. Mini-Trial premiums are found on the JCAC website under events or go to the link here; https://www.jumpingchollas.com/trials-events Video-Trials (VTs) VTs are another wonderful opportunity for new handlers and dogs to get experience in running full courses in a laidback atmosphere. The cost to sign up and run in a VT is $5/dog and will need to be paid when you arrive. Please bring exact payment as change may not be available. Each dog will get 2 runs during a VT. During the Regular course VTs 4 runs may be possible if time allows. Unlike all other trials, VTs do not have an assigned Judge to score your runs. Since there is no judge you will need to bring a video recording device (phone or a tablet) to record your run. If you ran a clean run, you can then submit the video to NADAC & pay the $10/run fee to get your run Q recorded. More detailed VT instructions, rules, and how to submit runs can be found on the NADAC website. Unfortunately, no Intro VT courses will be offered. A signup sheet with start/run times will be posted via the JCAC Groups.io email group the week/weekend before each VT. You must sign up via the form to attend. Fun Runs Summer Fun Runs are a great way to get practice in. Each Fun Run will have a specific course set on the North Field. Proctor names are listed below. Proctors will send an email via the JCAC io email group with more information the weekend before each event. Everyone should get at least two chances to run the course (could be more if time allows). Please arrive early to help the proctor set the course on the North field. The course being set will be for Novice-Elite levels. Beginner 1 to Intermediate 1 students will have the opportunity to practice on the South field during the Fun Run. All NADAC exercise/equipment can be setup on the South field for all to work on. Non-NADAC equipment (teeter/tire) should not be used on the South field unless approved by the Fun Run Proctor. Please reply to the Proctors email if you plan to attend so, they know who is attending Open Patch Open Patch events are an open practice event. The assigned Proctor may setup a course or a set of exercise(s) of their choosing on the North Field. Proctor names are listed below. Proctors will send an email via the JCAC Groups.io email group with more information the weekend before each event. Like Fun Runs the South field is open for handlers to practice on NADAC style equipment (no teeter or tire unless approved by proctor). Please reply to the Proctors email if you plan to attend so, they know who is attending. Fun Runs/Open Patch Pricing: (JCAC Instructors & Event Proctor Run Free) Summer Package (4 Fun Runs & 4 Open Patch events): JCAC Members $60/dog Non-Members $80/dog JCAC Members per Event: $10/dog Non-Members: $12/dog ***IMPORTANT*** If you have any questions, please reach out via email to JCAC Show Chair Jared Gibson @ Gibson_j87@yahoo.com Make sure you join the Jumping Chollas Groups io to receive updates and changes to the summer events. To join, click on the * Groups io icon in the banner of the club’s website or go to https://groups.io/g/jumpingchollas Download schedule in PDF form. Fun Runs Mini-Trials Video Trials (VT) June 2024 June 8 - Open Patch (Jeff N.) June 12 - Mini-Trial NADAC Tunnelers/Grounders June 15 - Fun Run USDAA Snookers (Wendy) June 22-23 - VT NADAC Regular June 29 - Open Patch (Anne J.) July 2024 July 4 - Independence Day - Have a Wonderful & Safe Holiday July 13-14 - VT NADAC Chances July 17 - Mini-Trial NADAC Weaver/Touch n Go July 20 - Fun Run USDAA Gamblers/AKC Fast (Jeff & Wendy) July 27 - Open Patch (Alice N.) August 2024 Aug. 3-4 - VT NADAC Jumpers Aug. 10 - Fun Run NADAC Gamblers (Anne J.) Aug. 17 - Open Patch (Jeff N.) Aug. 24-25 - VT NADAC Regular September 2024 Sept. 2 - Labour Day - Have a Wonderful & Safe Holiday • Sept. 10th: Mini-Trial NADAC Tunneler/Gambler • Sept. 14th: Fun Run NADAC Touch n Go/ Weaver Sept. 23 - Classes start ***IMPORTANT*** If you have any questions, please reach out via email to JCAC Show Chair Jared Gibson @ Gibson_j87@yahoo.com Make sure you join the Jumping Chollas Groups.io to receive updates and changes to the summer events. To join, click on the * Groups io icon in the banner of the club’s website or go to https://groups.io/g/jumpingchollas Schedule

NEW Course for 2025! NEW JCAC Courses! Analyzing Competition Courses (download flyer) 6 weeks on Wednesdays, April and May 2025 This “pop up course” is designed to help those who struggle with how to “read/walk” courses to maximize: Understanding the Dog’s path Getting the dog on the correct lead leg Timing commands to get the desired results Positioning yourself to improve teamwork and communication Maximizing independent obstacle performance Each group limited to 8 participants and 4 auditors Cost $90/dog (no jumping bucks). Register online at: https://form.jotform.com/jcacagility/analyzing-competition-courses Dates 4/9 – 5/14. South field. 6-7:30 pm Novice/Open level 6/ 4 – 7/9. South field. 7:30-9 pm. Novice/Open level 6/4 – 7/9. North field 7:30-9 pm. Elite level If interest is high in the summer, an additional night may be added for a second class Handler/dog requirements (handlers may only work one dog in a class) Novice/Open course. Students must have competed at least Intermediate 1and have solid 6 weave pole skills. Elite course. Students must have completed at least Intermediate 3, have qualified oh open level Regular courses and have solid 12 weave pole skills. Novice/Open: course is numbered & broken down into 3 sequences (depending on course 1-5, 5-10, 10-15). Students run each sequence individually and get instruction. If time & energy/brain power allows, students have the option to run the full course in its entirety at the end. Detailed individual instruction will be provided for each student. Elite: course is numbered and a distance box is placed for those that do distance. They will also run the course in pieces and then run the course in its entirety and get individual instruction on how to improve the trouble areas. Courses will come from multiple venues, including NADAC, USDAA, UKI https://form.jotform.com/jcacagility/analyzing-competition-courses

Results from JCAC's 2024 NADAC and AKC trials. Top of Page 2024 JCAC Results Jan. 13 - 15, 2024 AKC Agility Jan 13 FAST JWW STD T2B Jan 14 FAST JWW STD T2B Jan 15 JWW STD T2B Jan. 19 - 21, 2024 NADAC Agility Jan. 19 Jumpers TNG Jan. 20 Chances Grounders Regular Weavers Jan. 21 Jumpers Regular TNG Tunnelers Feb. 10, 2024 NADAC Agility Jr Handler Competition Feb. 10 Jumpers Regular TNG Tunnelers Feb. 16 - 18, 2024 NADAC Agility Feb. 16 Gamblers Weavers Feb. 17 Chances Jumpers Regular TNG Feb. 18 Chances Regular Tunnelers Feb 9 - 11 2024 AKC Scentwork Feb 9 Handler Discrim 1 Handler Discrim 2 Feb 10 All Elements & Levels Feb 11 All Elements & Levels Mar. 2 - 3, 2024 AKC Agility Mar. 2 FAST JWW STD T2B Mar. 3 JWW STD T2B May 11 - 12 NADAC Agility May 11 Jumpers Regular TNG May 12 Chances Regular Weavers June 12 NADAC Agility Mini-Trial June 12 Grounders Oct 26 - 27 AKC Agility Oct 26 JWW PremJWW STD PremSTD FAST T2B Oct 27 JWW PremJWW STD PremSTD T2B November 2 - 3 NADAC Agility Nov 2 Chances Regular Weavers Nov 3 Jumpers Regular TNG