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Each week you will learn new signs and how to perform them correctly.  By the end of the 6-weeks you will have gone through all the Novice & Advanced signs.  If you have already taken a Rally Novice class then this will be a good refresher and add the next level challenge with the intermediate/advanced level signs.


The basic objective of Rally is to provide an activity that does not require extensive precision for success.  As described in the AKC Rally regulations, Rally is a sport in which you and your dog will navigate the course together, side-by-side, at a brisk pace.  As you go through the courses, at each sign your team will perform different exercises. The courses are designed by the Rally judge (10-20 signs per course, depending on the class level) that include various turns and commands such as sit, down, stay, etc. Unlimited communication from the handler to the dog is to be encouraged and not penalized. While touching isn’t allowed, you can use verbal commands, clap your hands, pat your legs and use hand signals to praise and encourage your dog. This is a great beginners sport.