Upcoming Classes
10 Week On-and Off-Leash Control Course (CD)
Saturdays at 7:00 PM
Starting June 20th, 2026
Murray, UT
Companion Dog (CD) Obedience is a novice-level course for all breeds 6 months and older. No prior training is required. This program develops true reliability for dog owners with perspective – no nagging, no food dependence, and no batteries required.
Dogs are taught to respond the first time, in real environments, under real distraction.
What we cover:
- Leash skills (loose-lead walking, heeling, navigating hazards)
- Basic positions (sit, down, and stand)
- Steadiness and off-leash control (recalls, stays, safe handling/physical examinations)
- Practical utility (trustworthiness at liberty, manners at home and in public, problem behavior solutions)
- Foundations of advanced work (polishing for obedience trials, intro to open concepts, field/trail readiness)
Course details:
- 10 weekly sessions (including the graduation exercise)
- $249, payable at Week 2
- First session is a free orientation (no dogs allowed)
Apply online for location details and priority enrollment.
Questions?
(385) 275-5967
AMPSK9 Companion Dog Class Application
7-Week Off-Leash Trail Readiness (GN)
Saturdays at 8:00 AM
Starting June 27th
West Jordan, UT
Do you want to start hiking with your dog but don’t know where to begin? Or maybe you’ve already done some exploring with your adventure buddy and realized he needs a bit more off-leash control? With trail-systems stretching thousands of miles over millions of acres of public land, hiking with dogs is a popular Utah pastime, but as anyone who’s spent time on dog-friendly trails can tell you, not every dog we encounter out there is, frankly, “trail ready.”
As an off-leash dog training instructor, I’m often contacted by owners who want to train their dogs as trail companions, and while many of my Companion Dog (CD) course graduates have gone on to have all sorts of outdoor adventures with their dogs, in my own experience I have found that the addition of certain advanced skills can make for a much more enjoyable hike. For those who want to get the most out of their adventure buddies, Trail Readiness is the course for you.
Trail Readiness is an intermediate-level course for all breeds designed to prepare your dog with the essential skills you need to navigate Utah’s wilds with your adventure buddy at your side. This hybrid class features 4 weeks of in-class instruction followed by 3 weeks of field work at nearby dog-friendly hiking trails (weather permitting). Weeks 1-4 will cover useful and necessary skills for a safe and fun off-leash hiking experience, and weeks 5-7 will consist of easy to moderate difficulty hikes with your dogs where you will have an opportunity to practice the skillset on the trail with supervision and feedback from the instructor.
What we cover:
- Polishing the Off-Leash Heel for use in narrow trail sections or while passing other hikers
- Remote Down to stop the dog in his tracks in case of danger
- Holding and Carrying objects for you when needed
- Jumping over, across, and up onto obstacles
- Recall under challenging conditions
- Stand on Command so that you can deburr his coat or install leashes, harnesses, and skid plates
Course details:
- 7 weekly sessions. 4 in-class lessons and 3 guided hikes
- $275, payable on admission
- Off-leash control required for admission
Inquiring about this class does not guarantee admission. On receiving your request to join the class, AMPSK9 will make a determination given what we know about your dog’s existing skills and temperament. If you have not enrolled in training with AMPSK9 before, you will be required to provide a demonstration of competency.
If you have questions about the class or your dog’s eligibility, call Andy or Request a Phone Consultation.
This course is capped at 10 admissions. Priority enrollment for AMPSK9 graduates.
Utah Dog Training Group Classes
Group obedience classes are an intensely fun, affordable, family friendly dog training experience. They offer the opportunity to work with your dog around many other distracting dogs, people, etc. that you just can’t get anywhere else. We price our group classes competitively with the largest dog training organizations in the country for unrivaled value. Dollar for dollar, our group classes provide the best training for your money in the state.
All dogs are welcome in AMPSK9 group classes. However, if you find yourself feeling that due to temperament, physical ability, or specialized training requirements, a group class setting is not a good fit for you and your dog, we encourage you to investigate our other training arrangements.
If you can’t make it to any of our current listings, call now or send us an e-mail to request to join the waitlist. Serving Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, Park City West Valley City, West Jordan, South Jordan, Taylorsville, Sandy, Draper, Murray, Midvale, South Salt Lake, North Salt Lake, Holladay, Magna, Kearns, Bluffdale, Herriman, Eagle Mountain, Highland, Alpine, Lehi, Layton, Bountiful, Farmington, Tooele, and more.