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WW569 Dec 07 - Fast & Accurate: Around Foundations for Finishes, Circles, and Rally Skills

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Nicole Wiebusch (Faculty)

Teach your dog the powerful foundation skill of “around”! In this workshop, we’ll start with introducing the around behavior—sending your dog around an object—and then build it into circling the handler. From there, you’ll see how this simple yet versatile skill translates into so many useful applications.

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Teach your dog the powerful foundation skill of “around”! In this workshop, we’ll start with introducing the around behavior—sending your dog around an object—and then build it into circling the handler. From there, you’ll see how this simple yet versatile skill translates into so many useful applications.

We’ll cover how the around foundation can be used to teach smooth setups, right finishes, create confident handler circles, and set your dog up for success in rally signs such as the Left About Turn, finish forward signs, and more. By breaking down the steps and layering in enthusiasm and precision, you’ll gain a clear training plan to add speed and reliability to your dog’s performance. Since rally is a timed sport, the quicker and more efficiently your dog can get around you, the stronger your overall performance and scores will be.

Whether you’re training for rally, obedience, or just want a fun way to build teamwork, “around” and handler circles are engaging skills that improve your dog’s focus, understanding, and enthusiasm.

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Nicole Wiebusch

Nicole Wiebusch CPDT-KA (she/her) has been active in dog sports for over 25 years. What began with 4-H quickly grew into a lifelong passion for dog sports. (Click here for full bio and to view Nicole's upcoming courses)...

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$39.95

Enrollment limit: 13

Working participants will submit a short video (approx. 90 seconds) for instructor feedback. Limited number of spots available.

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  • Submit 90 minute video for personalized feedback

Registration dates:

November 22, 2025 - December 31, 2025

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$29.95

Enrollment limit: Unlimited

Unlimited number of spots available. Will receive access to all materials, may ask general questions on course materials in class forum.

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Registration dates:

November 22, 2025 - December 31, 2025

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Incredibly informative and helpful class. I am a crossover student, with 35 yrs experience training the "traditional" way. This is a challenge for me! But I have seen significant improvement in my dog's problem areas, so I am now committed to learning these training techniques; I'm starting over with her, having lots of fun and learning new things as fast as I can keep the clicker going! I have high expectations for achieving all of my performance goals using the Fenzi Academy to help me get there. I can't wait for my next class!! Really enjoyed the course! I'm still catching up, but am already looking forward to the next class. So useful, especially if you don't have a really good positive methods trainer where you live!! Helped my dog revive his enthusiasm for working.

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This class model has been so helpful, regardless of level of participation. I feel I learned so much from the lecture materials and the participants' videos/feedback. Feedback was specific and easy to follow. I can see so much change already in my and my dog's performance, and in our relationship. I can't wait for the next class!

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I've taken a number of classes by a number of instructors at FDSA. I appreciate how well they overlap, and that the message is often the same despite who's teaching.The FDSA online site is so great! Not complicated; it has been easy to use. I am really impressed with Denise's mission to bring into her Academy absolutely top-notch instructors! Plus, I really love the 3-tier options for her students! With these options, the online courses are affordable for everyone that is interested in improving their dog training skills and building the best relationship with their dog(s) -- whether they do, or plan on doing dog performance sports, or just want to spend time with their dog and have a well-trained dog ... a dog that is a wonderful representative to the community at-large....all achieved with positive training methods! The depth of knowledge that i am getting from the classes I am taking is invaluable. It has opened a door to training and overall learning for me that I wouldn't be able to get elsewhere. I am in a power wheelchair and finding transportation to classes is often difficult for me. These online classes have given me the guidance I've needed to stay focused and motivated to work with my dog.

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