How Do We Get Into Flyball?

<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=125 BGCOLOR="#000000" TEXT="#F7F7FF" background="2a5007d0dvldtc.jpg"> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="The XFidos Home Page "><U>Home</U></A></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000" background="006d2b03.jpg"> <div> <IMG SRC="3e3abda0.jpg" border=0 width="171" height="218" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="The XFidos Home Page "><U>The X-Fidos Home Page </U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id4.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About The XFidos"><U>About The X-Fidos</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id39.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="What Is Flyball?"><U>What Is Flyball?</U></A></div> <div> How Do We Get Into Flyball? </div> <div> <A HREF="id3.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="XFidos Team Members"><U>X-Fidos Team Members</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id48.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Joining the XFidos"><U>Joining the X-Fidos</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id7.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Demo Information"><U>Demo Information</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id72.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tournament Information"><U>Tournament Information</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id47.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Contact Information"><U>Contact Information</U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="id8.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Links"><U>Links</U></A></div> </td> <td valign="top" height=355 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <I>How Do We Get Into Flyball? </I></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="715" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 200 WIDTH="436"><div> <A HREF="#learn_more_about_the_sport" TITLE="How Do We Get Into Flyball? "><U><B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011811111100.png" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Learn More About the Sport</B></U></A></div> <div> <A HREF="#try_it_out" TITLE="How Do We Get Into Flyball? "><U><B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011811111100.png" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Try It Out</B></U></A><B> </B></div> <div> <A HREF="#beginning_flyball_classes_" TITLE="How Do We Get Into Flyball? "><U><B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011811111100.png" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Beginning Flyball Class</B></U></A><B>  </B></div> <div> <A HREF="#foundation" TITLE="How Do We Get Into Flyball? "><U><B><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b7011811111100.png" HEIGHT="19" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Flyball: The Prequel - Sports Puppy Foundation Class</B></U></A><B> </B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=CENTER><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="3e40cc80.jpg" border=0 width="268" height="200" ALIGN="RIGHT" HSPACE="8" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div>  <A NAME="learn_more_about_the_sport"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A>Learn More About the Sport</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Visit the <A HREF="id8_flyball_organizations.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Links"><U>Web sites</U></A> of national flyball organizations to learn about flyball activity all across the US and Canada, and to become familiar with event rules.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Come watch an X-Fidos <A HREF="id48_practice_locations_and_schedules_vary.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Joining the XFidos"><U>team practice</U></A>. There are several other clubs in our area, and if you <A HREF="id8_oregon_flyball_clubs.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Links"><U>contact them</U></A> in advance they'd be happy to tell you when you can observe and ask questions.</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Watch team demos at local events -- these happen frequently during the dry months, and are always fun! </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Catch some <A HREF="id72.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Tournament Information"><U>tournament</U></A> action -- these will <I>really</I> get your heart racing!  </div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="try_it_out_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A>Try It Out!</div> <div> The X-Fidos occasionally host a "Try -It-Out" session for people who want a low-key chance to verify that their dog's interest in the game warrants enrolling in a full class series. </div> <div> This is your opportunity to be introduced to the basics of flyball. Dogs of any breed/mix, size, or speed may "Try It Out". We love the small dogs too! </div> <div> Dogs and handlers will travel through stations hosted by X-Fidos team members, each evaluating a different skill needed in the game. At the end of the session you'll have a much better idea if this is the right sport for you! </div> <div> <B>What you WON'T get to do: try to get your dog to do a box turn -- don't even ask. If you go forward with the sport, a hasty and ill-planned introduction to the equipment could take weeks to correct.</B></div> <div> <B>REQUIREMENTS TO ATTEND A "TRY-IT-OUT":</B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog MUST be non-aggressive towards both people and other dogs. Flyball is simply not a sport for dogs with issues concerning other dogs or people. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog is at least one year old and in good health. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Only one dog per handler. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog must be under good control of its handler and interested in tennis balls or likes to fetch. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">You will need to fill out and a waiver and a questionnaire</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The charge is $10.00. <B>Exception: If the "Try It Out" is being held at formal demo (where we do not have to pay for a facility) the charge is $5, which is subsequently donated to the event host. As part of the evaluation sheet, each dog receives a coupon worth $5 toward a Beginning Flyball Class.</B></div> <div>  <A NAME="beginning_flyball_classes___new_series"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div>  <A NAME="beginning_flyball_classes_"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A>Beginning Flyball Classes<FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF6600" FACE="Arial" > </FONT></div> <div> All <A HREF="id8_oregon_flyball_clubs.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Links"><U>Oregon Flyball teams</U></A> offer beginning classes several times a year -- ours are held at the indoor facility of our sponsor, <A HREF="http://www.happygoluckydog.com/" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="http://www.happygoluckydog.com/"><U><B>Happy-Go-Lucky-Dog Training</B></U></A><B> </B>at 601 NE 28th Avenue (1 block north of Glisan) in Portland.  This 6-week course focuses on learning foundation skills necessary for safe and successful flyball competition. Dog and handler teams are expected to come to every class and to complete homework exercises.</div> <div> <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B>   DATES </B></FONT><B> In May, following our April 24-25  </B><A HREF="http://www.theBallIsOutThere.info" TARGET="_blank" TITLE="http://www.theBallIsOutThere.info"><U><B>Tournament</B></U></A><B> in Canby, Oregon</B></div> <div> <B>Six Sundays, 11:00 am - Noon</B></div> <div> Class size will be limited to eight dogs. For registration information please email us at  <A HREF="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org"><U>classes@x-fidos.org</U></A>. </div> <bR> <div> <B>COST</B></div> <div> $100 for the six-week series</div> <div> <B>INSTRUCTOR</B></div> <div> <B>Sundays:</B> Susan Fletcher. Susan has been teaching dog training for over 15 years and her kind, gentle, methods have been helping dogs with problems for many years. Susan is an expert in reading canine body language, and her own Chinooks often help rehabilitate a fearful or aggressive dog. </div> <bR> <div> <B>REQUIREMENTS</B>:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog MUST be non-aggressive towards both people and other dogs. Flyball is simply not a sport for dogs with issues concerning other dogs or people. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog is at least one year old and in good health (Why this age? Typically, growth plates are not closed until then. ) </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Only one dog per handler. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Dog must be under good control of its handler and interested in tennis balls or likes to fetch. </div> <bR> <div> <B>CONTACT</B>:  <A HREF="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org"><U>classes@x-fidos.org</U></A></div> <bR> <div> <B>"Graduation" from beginning level flyball consists of the dog and handler being able to demonstrate: </B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The ability to send the dog over 4 jumps away from the handler. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The ability to recall the dog over 4 jumps. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A safe box turn from a distance of 10 feet. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The dog is able to stay focused on the handler during passing exercises. </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">The dog displays no aggression toward dogs or people.</div> <div> <B>What is NOT Required</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Extraordinary speed -- flyball competitions are sorted into speed levels, much like wrestling has weight classes. Teams compete only with comparable teams. Let's face it -- not all of us can be Border Collies!</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">A particular size of dog -- small dogs are highly prized in flyball because the height of the hurdles is determined by the shoulder height of the shortest dog running. Teams of six dogs will typically need two height dogs.</div> <div>  <A NAME="foundation"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> Flyball: The Prequel -- Sports Puppy Foundation Class </div> <div> While puppies are not physically ready to train for sports until their growth plates close at about a year old, their little brains are already going on all eight cylinders. This is the PERFECT time to build a solid foundation of communication and safety habits that will stand you in good stead as your pup matures. In answer to popular demand, we are offering a Sports Puppy Foundation Class that will get you on the right track, no matter what sport you choose to pursue!</div> <div> <B>DATES   </B><FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FF6600" FACE="Arial" ><B>To be scheduled when we have enough interested people</B></FONT></div> <div> <B>Four Sundays from 1:30 - 2:00 pm.</B> <B> </B>Class size will be limited to 8 pups. For registration information please email us at  <A HREF="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org"><U>classes@x-fidos.org</U></A>. </div> <bR> <div> <B>TOPICS</B></div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Recall </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Fetch games </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Retrieve </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Desensitizing to handling and touch </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Tuggie love </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Wide turns on flat angle jump board</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Uprights (the sides of the jumps) are your friends</div> <div> <B>COST</B></div> <div> $65 for the four-week series</div> <div> <B>INSTRUCTOR</B></div> <div> Susan Fletcher has been teaching dog training for over 15 years and her kind, gentle, methods have been helping dogs with problems for many years. Susan is an expert in reading canine body language, and her own Chinooks often help rehabilitate a fearful or aggressive dog.</div> <bR> <div> <B>REQUIREMENTS</B>:</div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Owners should be able to provide proof of immunization or evidence that their vet is satisfied with the pup's level of protection against communicable diseases.  </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700f000000000.png" HEIGHT="16" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Only one pup per handler. </div> <bR> <div> <B>CONTACT</B>:  <A HREF="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:classes@x-fidos.org"><U>classes@x-fidos.org</U></A></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>