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A group of people . . . who
love to dance with their dogs!
The Rio Grande Canine Freestylers are
a group of dog-loving people who enjoy the sport of canine
freestyle, through training, practice, exhibition, and competition
in this fun activity. We meet in weekly Saturday morning sessions
with our dogs to learn freestyle skills and help each other to
develop routines. Our group performs freestyle demonstrations at
community events throughout the year, periodically sponsors seminars
with nationally recognized freestyle instructors, and supports each
other in preparing for competition.
We welcome new members—both
experienced canine freestylers and those who are brand-new to the
sport! If you're interested in finding out more about participating
in canine freestyle in the Albuquerque, New Mexico area, we
encourage you to
contact us.
What is Canine Freestyle?
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Getting Started in Canine
Freestyle |
Canine freestyle is "a choreographed musical
program performed by handlers and their dogs. The object is
to display dog and handler in a creative, innovative and
original dance, using music and movements to showcase
teamwork, artistry, costuming, athleticism, and style in
interpreting the music." (Source:
World Canine
Freestyle Organization.)
Read more about canine freestyle. . .
We're available for demos!
A canine freestyle performance
is a fun addition to community events and fundraisers. We
can tailor a program to meet your group's needs. Schools,
churches, senior centers, etc., are other groups that enjoy
seeing dogs "dance."
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Looking for a fun training experience for you
and your dog? Canine Freestyle may be for you! Freestyle
complements other dog sports such as agility and obedience.
You can enjoy the strengthened bond that comes from working
together to develop freestyle skills.
You're cordially invited to visit one of our Saturday
morning club sessions on Albuquerque’s West Side There's no
charge and no obligation.
For more information about club sessions,
email
us or phone Rosalie James at 505-839-4238. You're also
welcome to come to one of our community
demonstrations.
Group classes (beginner and intermediate)
and private lessons are also available. For more
information, contact Rosalie by phone (505-839-4238) or
email.
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Richard Curtis
Workshop Gets Rave Reviews!
The Rio Grande Canine Freestylers
hosted a special, two-day workshop by world-renowned canine
freestyle performer, judge, and trainer Richard Curtis. The
workshop took place on September 26 & 27, 2009. We had a
sell-out group for the workshop and were excited to welcome
canine freestylers from New Mexico and throughout the
Southwest for a fun, informative weekend.
Richard is a terrific presenter and trainer--and we all
benefited from two days of canine freestyle information and
exercises, covering everything from proofing behaviors, to
motivating our canine partners, to tips for creating a
winning routine.
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