Intro to Canicross / Learn to run with your dog

* PLEASE NOTE THE DATE OF DECEMBER 31 2025 IS NOT THE TRAINING DATE.

In person courses are offered when you register, it’s available in select locations, prices will vary do to the travel. please see the list of locations in the registration.

👉🏻For other locations, please contact me directly.

For in person course / See below for online

Canicross Training Overview:

Here's are a few of the different aspects covered in the training:

• gear fitting / human & dog (ensuring everyone is set up with proper gear is important
• Foundational Learning & transfer the skills to bikejor & skijor
• Body Language of your dog
• Commands used in mushing sports ( woah, trail, hold, easy to name a few)
• technique on how efficiently to move forward with tension on the line & why this is important
• Passing Safely
• how to embrace hills ( incline & decline)
• different terrains, why its important

Important Information:

To ensure a safe and effective training experience, the following requirements and considerations apply:

• Dogs must be at least 10 months old and fitted with a running harness.
• Humans must be equipped with a hands-free leash or Canicross belt and line.
• Some equipment can be loaned out during the training, but availability should be confirmed before signing up.

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Online Course Details:

For participants opting for the online course, step-by-step videos covering all the material taught in the in-person training will be provided. These videos range from 5 to 10 minutes in length and allow participants to learn at their own pace and on their own schedule.

• In addition to the videos, there is an option for check-in emails if further assistance or clarification is needed.

If you have any questions regarding gear, age requirements, or any other concerns, it is recommended to reach out to the trainer before signing up for the training

About me.

I have been competing in Dog Harness Sports since 2018. I started out with a 9-year-old lab/ husky mix. The disciplines I compete in are Canicross, Bikjor, Skijor, Canitrail.

*2024- Canadian National Champions in the women's Canicross, Masters division, placed 3rd

*2019 - Canadian National Champions in the women's Canicross division, placed 8th

*non refundable