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Dog Training
Beyond Basics

This class elevates your training by exploring different levels and applications of various skills. If your dog’s leash work is solid, we’ll help you advance it further. If “leave it” is still a challenge, we’ll focus on problem-solving and reinforcing the basics. The environment is supportive yet challenging, with an emphasis on helping each student understand training techniques, troubleshoot issues, read their dog’s responses, and refine their own skills to achieve their goals and become the best partner for their dog.

Prerequisites: Instructor approval or prior participation in a Gold Star class. Dogs should be free of aggression/reactivity towards people or other dogs.

There are two registration options for this class:

Option 1: Register with your dog
This registration reserves a spot in class for one dog and up to two adult household members (children are permitted to observe only; please contact the instructor in advance). 

Option 2: Register Without a Dog
This registration is for one person, or up to two household members, who would like to attend the class without a dog. It’s ideal if your dog isn’t a good candidate for a group class, but you still want to work on training at home with support and information. This option allows you to benefit from the class even if it’s full, your dog isn’t ready for a group class, or you do not have a dog.

Notes:
  • Dogs do not attend the first session.
  • Dogs should be free of aggression/reactivity towards people or other dogs (contact instructor in advance if you have questions about this).
  • Please review all class policies/restrictions: Gold+Star+Dog+Training+Policies.pdf (squarespace.com); class policies will also attach to your receipt for your reference.
  • You will receive an email with further instructions/forms from the instructor prior to class.
Instructor: Deb Helfrich
Deb is the owner of Gold Star Dog Training LLC, based in Fairfax, VT. She enjoys working with dogs and their handlers to solve their challenges, build a healthy dog-handler relationship, and achieve their training goals. She is highly student-focused, adept at explaining concepts, helping every student feel successful, and creating training experiences that are meaningful and effective. Deb’s sense of humor, enthusiastic teaching style, and ability to work with a wide range of students are what clients seem to like about her.

Registration Information:
  • All Registrations are done online and there are two payment options at Checkout.
  • 1. ONLINE PAYMENT OPTION- is with a credit card (processing fee of $2 or 3.5 %, whichever is higher, plus 10 cents is added). Using this option your balance is paid in full and the person is enrolled.
  • 2. OFFLINE PAYMENT OPTION- is with check or cash. Using this option, you have to drop off payment at the Rec. Dept., or use the drop box at the back entrance to the Town Hall Building- 7900 Williston Rd.
  • NOTE: When using the Offline Payment Option, the person is not enrolled until a check or cash is received and processed.
  • Offline Payment Option closes a week prior to the start of the program.
  • When the Offline Payment Option is closed you can come into the Rec. Office to register and pay prior to the deadline.
  • Please create a household account prior to coming in if you don't have one already.
  • Online Payment Option closes the night before the start date of the program or on Thursday evening if the program starts over the weekend.
  • Program numbers are checked one week prior to start date to see if minimum number is met.
  • No registrations are accepted after the second meeting of a program.
  • If a program is Full, register for the waiting list using the Online Payment Option. No fee will be charged.
  • Williston Residents can apply for Financial Assistance if needed. See Link Below
  • Don't Wait! Register Early! (A program might be cancelled due to low enrollment).

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Register Activity Ages Grades Days Date/Time Fees
 
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Beyond Basics- S6 
18y - 99y N/A M  10/21/2024 - 11/25/2024
07:15 PM - 08:15 PM
The R.E.C. Zone 		$150.00 Res, $160.00 Non-Res
0 seat(s) available
No Class on 11/11
 
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Beyond Basics- S6 (No Dog) 
18y - 99y N/A M  10/21/2024 - 11/25/2024
07:15 PM - 08:15 PM
The R.E.C. Zone 		$65.00 Res, $75.00 Non-Res
2 seat(s) available
No Class on 11/11
 
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Beyond Basics- S1 
18y - 99y N/A M  01/13/2025 - 02/24/2025
07:15 PM - 08:15 PM
The R.E.C. Zone 		$150.00 Res, $160.00 Non-Res
5 seat(s) available
 
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Beyond Basics- S1 (No Dog) 
18y - 99y N/A M  01/13/2025 - 02/24/2025
07:15 PM - 08:15 PM
The R.E.C. Zone 		$65.00 Res, $75.00 Non-Res
3 seat(s) available
* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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