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zooM zooM Agility Academy
zooM zooM Agility Academy was formed on my love of teaching agility and concept based games training. Training is available for all levels, and all ages of dog from puppies to seniors, from beginners to advanced levels. We are a small facility that specializes in smaller class sizes.
Instructor
zooM zooM Agility Academy was founded in May of 2021 for my Tollers Zoom and Image (MM). No longer here but always with me. In 2020 I became certified as a Pro Dog Trainer. Along with teaching agility I teach games based training helping dogs to be more focused and optimistic.
I started agility in 1998 with my first Jack Russell Terrier Rascal. A couple of Jack Russell Terriers, a Corgi, and six Tollers later I still continue to compete in Agility along with obedience, rally, barn hunt and dock diving.
I began teaching agility in 2002. I continued to teach at several facilities before starting my own facility in May of 2021. Now retired from my Corporate job, teaching is my full time focus.
Visit the All About Us to share our journey.
All About Us
Astro (12/01/02 - 12/28/10)
Astro attended only one National in his agility career. Astro earned his first CATCH in 2008 and his first CATE in 2010. The day he earned his CATE was the last day he played agility. Fifteen days later he was diagnosed with a brain tumor.
Wedge (3/8/99 - 9/22/14)
Wedge was my heart dog. Wedge loved to play agility. Wedge earned his first CATCH in 2006, earned 3 Specialist CATCHes and earned his CATE in 2009. He missed going to the 2010 Nationals due to a broken leg. Wedge played agility for over 13 years. He was able to retire at the age of 14.
Zoom (6/21/11- 9/17/18)
Zoom was my heart, This dog had so much strength and was taken way too soon. Zoom earned her first CATCH in 2015, went on to get 3 CATCHs, 4 CTATCHs and her CATE in 2017. All while fighting liver cancer. She got the gamble at the 2016 CPE Nationals which will always be a highlight for me in her career.
Spark (5/28/12 -8/5/20)
Spark only attended one CPE National in 2014. While he did not earn any large titles he was by far the sweetest dog I have owned. He was super handsome. Spark loved to swim and play frisbee, He was taken too soon by an unexpected heart tumor.
Image (3/23/08 - 2/20/20)
Image was by far my most decorated agility dog. Image loved the game. She earned her first CATCH in 2012, continued on to her CATE in 2014 and 14 Specialist CATCHs, She got several CPE gambles at Nationals. She was full of life and still competed while dealing with 2 Autoimmune diseases IMPA and Addisons. She was able to retire from Agility in December of 2019.
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Wonder
Born 7/23/2019
Wonder and WeeGee are full sisters. I choose Wonder as my next agility dog. What I got was more then just an agility dog, but one that loves dock diving and barn hunt. Wonder competes in agility, dock diving, barn hunt, obedience and rally. She earned her first CATCH in December 2021 and has titles in obedience, rally, agility, dock diving and barn hunt.
WeeGee
Born 7/23/2019
Wonder and WeeGee are full sisters. WeeGee was an additional bonus and one I did not expect. WeeGee is a fighter and continues to deal with her issues with Mega Esophagus. Despite her struggles WeeGee competes in agility, dock diving, barn hunt, obedience and rally. and has titles in all. She earned her first CATCH in November 2021.
Dream
Born 10/20/20
Dream came into our lives after losing Spark in August of 2020. He is a fun loving boy. He has excelled at agility at a young age, being my youngest dog to earn his CPE Championship just a month after his 2nd birthday. Dream competes in agility, dock diving, barn hunt, obedience and rally. and has titles in all.
Clever
Born 01/27/23
Clever is the newest addition to the family. Our first Border Collie puppy. She has begun her training career. She has earned her Herding Instinct Certificate. She is currently competing in Dock Diving , Barn Hunt, and Agility.
Classes / Privates / Work Shops
Puppy
Seven week class for puppies under 1 years of age. Classes are a combination of games and obedience. AKC Star Puppy test will be included as part of the puppy class and done on week 7. Puppy is for those dogs 8 weeks to under 1 year of age.
Foundation/ Beginner Agility
12 weeks (2 six week sessions) First six weeks focus on agility foundation skills and games. Second six weeks begins introduction to obstacles.
Novice Agility
Six week class focuses on teeter and weaves, in addition to sequence and handling, Learning crosses such as front, rear and blinds.
Intermediate Agility
Six week class focuses on longer sequences and more difficult handling as well as independent weaves.
Advanced
Agility
Six week class that will work on courses, advanced handling to continue to excel the competition dog.
Games Class
Games Classes - Puppy Life Skills, Adult Life Skills, Focus, Grit, Optimism, Proximity, Naughty but Nice
Tricks
The six week class will teach you and your dogs various tricks aligning with the Do More with Your Dog program. At the six week, the instructor will perform testing for trick titles you can earn with your dog. Any level dog can attend - Novice thru Expert.
Rally
Obedience
This class will teach you and your dog Novice, Intermediate and Advanced signs. Last class will include Rally Courses. Drop Ins are allowed for this class.
Basic
Obedience
Class teaches basic obedience commands - sit, down, stay, heel, come, as well as some focus games. Class is open to dogs 6 months and older. Class runs for 7 weeks.
Novice Obedience
Class is open to any dog who has already attended a beginner obedience class and has learned basic commands, Class runs for 7 weeks and continues to build on basic obedience as well as working on Novice Obedience exercises. Canine Good Citizen (CGC) will be included as part of this class, with testing at week 7.
Privates
Private Lessons - 1/2 Hour or Hour - agility or games. 2 people may share an hour.
Class
Evaluation
Will spend a half hour private to see where your dog is at to determine which class is appropriate. Foundation or Beginner Agility dogs do not need an evaluation.
To register for classes, go to the Registration page. For special events see the Upcoming Events page.
CLASSES
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Novice Agility
6:15 to 7:15
Intermediate Agility
6:00 - 7:00
2:00 - 3:00
Advanced Agility
Foundation / Beginner Agility
Special Classes
Puppy
6:15-7:15
11:15-12:15
7:30-8:30
10:00 - 11:00
Distance
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:00 - Beginner
Privates (as scheduled)
Privates
Privates
12:30 - 1:00
7:30-8:30
3:15-4:15
Puppy Agility Foundation
NEW SESSIONS
*New Session Dates are subject to change based on weather related cancellations.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Beginner Agility
Foundation / Beginner Agility
Basic Obedience
Puppy
Intermediate / Advanced Agility
Novice Agility
6:15-7:15
1 Spot Available
No current sessions scheduled
No current sessions scheduled
7:30 - 8:30
1 Spot Available
10:00 - 11:00
1 Spot Available
6:15-7:15
1 Spot Available
DATES of OPERATION
Classes are held on Monday through Friday.
Privates can be scheduled on Tuesday, Friday, and occasional Saturdays as time allows.
zooM zooM Agility Academy will be closed on the following tentative dates for classes in 2024:
March 7,8
May 14-20
May 27 -31
July 1-5
July 18, 19
September 2-6
November 25-29
December 6,7
December 23 - January 3
Contact Us for further details.
Testimonials
What They Say About Us
We love ZoomZoom Academy. Jen has awesome ideas for puppy training. Very positive and fun. My puppy and I can't wait for class each week.
Lisa
Jen has been my instructor for 15 years in agility, and more recently games classes, rally and obedience. She has been instrumental in helping me achieve my goals with my dogs; from national level agility competition to teaching me the tools I need to help my dogs focus on me in different situations. Her classes are fun and a great learning experience!
Amy
If you want to create a great partnership with your dog while having fun, learning a lot, respecting who they are , then zooM zooM Agility Academy is for you! Jen is encouraging, patient, and wants her students/handlers to succeed!
Laura
Registration
- 130 US dollars
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(Prices are subject to change/ Deposits are non-refundable)
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Location: Woodstock IL
