Our Classes

Current session in progress:  – Weekdays (Mon - Thurs) & Saturdays- Ends October 24, 2026
Next set of classes will begin:
The week of November 2, 2026
On-Line Pre-Registration is Recommended
to save your spot in the desired class and to give the club the opportunity to assess whether extra classes or assistant instructors need to be added to facilitate the best possible class experience. Individuals who have pre-registered will be contacted the week preceding the start of classes to confirm class details and give information regarding the in-person registration. (Please note - there have been issues with the on-line registration form that are being investigated. If you have not heard from us - email or phone call by the week prior to the start of classes, please call the dog club 403-528-3647 and leave us a message - We apologize for any inconvenience!)
Next in-person registration: November 1, 2026 - 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
at the Gas City Dog Club
Tentative Schedule for Upcoming Classes - Start Dates for 2026/2027:  November 2, January 4, March 1, April 19, May 3
Monthly Workshops are held the first Saturday of each month (excluding July, August & December) unless otherwise posted. Workshop topics and descriptions are found under the "Special Events" tab. Have a look at the workshops that have been posted in the Workshop Section of Special Events
Handler Support Group (New in 2025) -
will be offered only if there is enough demand
Once registered and attending a class - please follow us on the Gas City Dog Club Facebook page to be aware of any class announcements!
Gas City Dog Club and its Instructors are always tying to improve the learning experience for students and their canine companions and actively solicit feedback from participants. The following comments have been received from participants in the various courses offered September, 2025 to present:
Introduction to Rally Obedience·        
So awesome – will be back!
Learned new things which will help inthe future
Alta was awesome – Thank you! 
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Introduction to Agility·        
Sterling has been absolutely wonderful.  He’s a great teacher and I’ve learned so much. Thank you!·        
Thanks a bunch for all your hard work·  
Great class        
Novice Obedience   
I didn’t realize a dog would be so distractable
It was a great learning for them
We need to practice the suggested techniques
Thank-you
Enjoyed a lot as did my dog!
It was a great learning experience
We still need to work on outside listening control
Sandie has been great with questions. – also loved the in-depth take-home information
Me and my dog enjoyed this class.  Also, we learned a lot of “new stuff”
Look forward to signing up for another class in the future
It was great!  Can’t wait to sign up for more.
Was very helpful
It will help me to better understand my dog and how to train him
As a first-time dog owner, I wasn’t sure how to go about teaching my dog a lot of basic stuff and feel much more confident
Sandie has been great with questions and also loved the in-depth take-home information
Maybe a couple more advanced training skills as most dogs were already familiar withmost commands
Explanations and handouts were great!
Very well described and was able to do at home with instructional sheets
Sterling was a true “dog Whisperer” and taught very well
We might need more classes
We need another session or two
I really enjoyed the class – thank-you!
Good Boy! 
I really enjoyed it.  Thank you.  
I want to take it again.
Everything was awesome!
I can walk with him without being pulled, and I can walk by people, & other dogs safely.  So impressed!  
There’s always room for improvement but you can definitely see this improvement.
I am very interested in taking more classes.     
  
Puppy 
Instructor is amazing – Friendly. Calm – explained things well and unhurriedly.  
Excellent instruction.
Good amount of time – socializing for young pups as well as instruction.
Loved the class.  
My pup got so positively excited as soon as she saw the building.
Very positive experience.
Great class.  I learned a lot and the instructor was excellent i
Also made me realize there are always things to learn, even if one has had previous pups
Good intro to obedience
We’ll be back
Good intro session for puppies
Thank you for what you do
Keep up the amazing work!
Clean facility, Great Instructors!  Thank you.
Positive class!  I enjoyed it
Thank you!
I would like to start on some “paws up” turning on bowl but can start that at home
My only comment would be to separate the timid pups for play even for the first few
It was a good start
We have noticed a big difference in his ability to be directed and listen to commands at home
 

For the health and safety of all participants, Gas City Dog club will adhere to all provincial and/or municipal health regulations.

Are you unsure about which class to take at the Gas City Dog Club? Follow the links below for a comprehensive description of each type of class offered at our club. Still have questions, feel free to give us a call! Ranging from basic obedience to specialized courses like Agility, Rally Obedience or Scent Detection, there's a lot for you and your dog to learn and enjoy!

Important notes regarding all classes

Important Notes Regarding All Classes

The following points apply to all classes offered at the Gas City Dog Club.

For more information, please call (403) 528-DOGS(3647). You can also call Sterling Hinch at (403) 526-6779. Please leave a message if not answered right away.