Dexter Community Education

The Canine Companion training philosophy is: dogs learn through experience, punishment training is dangerous, there are better options and reinforcement drives behavior. The only way to truly facilitate lasting behavioral change and rewire the way your dog thinks is through positive reinforcement. Force free, reward based trainers have put in the work, done the research, and will take the time to get to know your dog's individual learning style to keep everyone safe and help your dog learn. Doggy Life Skills - In this group class you’ll learn useful, real-life behaviors that are outside of the realm of normal obedience training. With a focus on proactive training, the goal is to foster mutual connection between person and dog and create adaptable dogs that are willing participants in their environments. This course is open to dogs of any age and training level, so long as they can be comfortable in a group class setting. Canine Good Citizen Prep - A group class for dogs who are generally well mannered but need some obedience refinement. We will cover the ten topics on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Test with the option to test for the title during the final class. STAR Puppy - Socialization and early learning for puppies under a year old. All puppies MUST have all puppy shots prior to the class. This group class follows the AKC STAR Puppy guidelines and is perfect for first-time puppy owners. Everyone completing the 6 weeks program earns the STAR Puppy title.

Improve physical and mental balance, flexibility, strength and stamina with this moderately challenging yoga practice. Vinyasa translates to “flow” through the connection of breath with movement and Hatha translates to “sun & moon” representing balance and unification in Sanskrit. Suitable for those with a moderate fitness level, some experience with yoga is helpful although not necessary. Modifications offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants prior to the first class. This is a Beginner/Level 1 – Intermediate/Level 2 Yoga Course

Relax and Restore with this gentle stress and anxiety relieving yoga practice. Create harmony and balance of body and mind through physical postures, breathing techniques and an extended guided relaxation at the end of class. Suitable for most fitness and experience levels. Modifications are offered for both dialing back and going deeper into your practice. This class is perfect for both new and seasoned yogis looking for a restorative practice. 60-min. Please bring a yoga mat to class. This class is also available via live stream, link will be sent to registrants prior to the first class. This is a Beginner/Level 1 Yoga course.