CLASSES
Sno-King holds classes on Thursdays and Saturdays at French Creek Pet Resort in Snohomish. Our classes are very popular and successful, with our students competing with the best in all venues of agility. Instructor education is high on our priority list – the club subsidizes seminars and workshops.
As a service to the sport, we hold workshops for “First Timers” and to teach trial skills like course building and other key trial positions. We continue to be innovative and positive in our approach to training and to trial organization, and we encourage anyone who lives in our general area to join Sno-King and participate to whatever extent they are willing and able.
Our Instructors Are Experienced
Sno-King instructors have many years of experience competing and training dog agility. Before becoming an instructor, they are required to complete an agility title on at least one dog and to have successfully assisted in one or more class sessions at the level they are going to teach.
All of our instructors are currently competing with their dog(s) in one or more of the organizations that hold trials in our area. They are familiar with the rules and nuances of the various organizations and can help prepare you and your dog to compete. We do not advocate one agility venue over another; our instructors are happy to help our students prepare for whatever type of agility they wish to participate in.
Winnie Simon
EXPERIENCED
Winnie Simon began her agility adventures in 2002 with her Schipperke Zoie, who earned AKC Excellent level titles. Her current agility partner is Carmon, a PekaPom.
KNOWLEDGEABLE
Winnie has attended many handling clinics over the years, and began teaching as a substitute for a local instructor before starting her own classes at her Lake Stevens home, which she ran from 2014 to 2018.
Gary Webster
CLUB MEMBER
A member of the Sno-King Agility Club since 2015, Gary has served as Club Treasurer, Board Member and President. He has honed his skills through club classes and even substituted as an instructor on occasion.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Gary actively promotes dog sports by participating in the club's agility demonstrations at dog events around the Puget Sound. He has also generously shared his expertise by judging agility for Snohomish 4-H at the Fair.
VERSATILE DOG TRAINER
Gary's passion extends beyond agility and scent work. He has competed with his Collies in various disciplines, including Barn Hunt, Rally, Obedience, Herding, and Conformation. Additionally, he has enriched the lives of others by participating in therapy dog visits to schools, nursing homes, and Meet the Breeds events with his Certified Therapy dog, Benny.
ENTHUSIASTIC BEGINNER INSTRUCTOR
Gary particularly enjoys working with beginner students and their pups, helping them build a strong foundation in agility and scent work skills.
Janet Bredl
EXPERIENCED
I have been an agility student continuously from 2001 to the present. I have had instruction from five+ incredibly skilled and progressive instructors in that time, and I feel that it is important to continue to build my skills. I have competed with Papillons, Briards, Shelties, and Spaniels. My current teammate is an English Cocker Spaniel named Claire.
KNOWLEDGEABLE
Before coming to SnoKing, I had seven years of experience teaching all aspects of agility, with a focus on handling skills. My hallmark characteristics as an instructor are patience and positivity! I want my students to be successful and grow their skills, to give clear and fair signals to their dog, and to be prepared to compete if they wish.
Testimonials
“Winnie has been doing an amazing job working with everyone in class, we’ve seen a marked improvement in our performance in the last year. Sebastian and I were just telling her that there’s been a significant improvement in our classmates as well. We’ve really been enjoying all the drills and time she spends working with us to improve our handling. Just thought you should know, we really, REALLY appreciate her!”
Alisha Fong
Current Agility Class Schedule
** New **
Sno-King will be offering 2 separate Introduction to Agility workshops. January 11 & 18. See Saturday Class list below.
Dogs should be sound and not aggressive. Prior obedience or a basic manners class is recommended but not required. Contact us for further information.
Current 2025 Session Dates!
Thursdays: Session 1 Jan. 9, 16, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 6
Saturdays: Session 1 Jan. 11, 18 Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, Mar. 8
Use the sign-up form below to contact us to find out more and to reserve your spot.
Thursday Classes
Taught by Winnie Simon
2:15 PM Advanced Beginning
For students gaining proficiency on the equipment and learning more complex handling skills.
3:30 PM Intermediate
Competing or almost ready to compete in Novice.
Taught by Janet Bredl
5:15 PM Intermediate
Competing or almost ready to compete in Novice
6:30 PM Advanced
Competing or ready to compete in Open/Excellent/Masters.
7:45 PM Advanced
Saturday Classes
Taught by Winnie Simon
10:15 AM Advanced
Competing or ready to compete in Open/Excellent/Masters.
11:30 AM Intermediate/Advanced
Competing or almost ready to compete in Novice level
12:45 PM Advanced Beginning
For students gaining more proficiency on the obstacles and learning more complex handling skills.
Taught by a team of Sno-King members, January 11 & 18:
2:00 PM Introduction to Agility workshop.
Scent Work Classes
EXCELLENT FRIDAY CLASSES: 9AM Drop-In
EXCELLENT SATURDAY CLASSES: 9:00AM Drop-In
BEGINNER and ADVANCED SATURDAY CLASSES: 10:00AM Drop-In
All classes are held at different locations within the Monroe area.
Sno-King Members - Scent Work Punch card - 6 Sessions for $90
Non Sno-King members - Scent Work Punch card - 6 Sessions $100
Contact Gary Webster at (425) 530-6474