Raise the BarBar Stars Agility ClubYork Region's Premier Agility Training Facility
A Full Course of Training Options
1Group Classes & Private Lessons
Foundational Training Classes
Build the skills every agility team needs, from a first jump to a full sequence. Choose graduated small-group classes across Levels 1–3, or work one-on-one with private lessons built around your team's pace.
- Graduated Levels 1–3 group classes
- Private lessons available
- Small classes, hands-on instruction
How It Works
New sessions start regularly throughout the year. Group classes run in 6-week blocks by level; private lessons can be booked any time to work on a specific skill or move faster through the levels.
2Weekly Course Work
Novice & International Courses of the Week
A brand-new course is designed every week — a Novice option and a challenging international-style course, both built by Bar Stars owner and UKI judge Jesse Seguin.
- New course design every week
- Novice and international-style options
- Handling discussion plus coaching feedback
How It Works
Each session opens with a walkthrough of handling options for the course, followed by individual coaching feedback as your team runs it.
3Self-Directed Practice
Open Training Sessions
A relaxed, non-instructional group session where you call the shots — run sequences from the week's international course, or work on anything else your team needs.
- No formal instruction
- Run the weekly international course
- Or train whatever your team needs
How It Works
Sign up for a time slot and bring your own training plan. The week's international course stays up, so it's available to run alongside anything else you're working on.
4Guest Instructors
Handler Seminars
A few times a year we bring in top competitors and judges for full-day seminars on the skills that make the biggest difference in the ring — from distance handling to tight technical sequencing.
- Half-day & full-day formats
- Working spots + auditor spots
- Guest instructors from national competition
How It Works
Seminars are announced by email and on our schedule page. Working spots are limited to keep instructor time high; auditing is open to any handler who wants to watch and learn.
5Sanctioned Events
Trials
Bar Stars hosts sanctioned agility trials throughout the year, giving local teams a chance to earn titles and qualifying scores without a long drive.
- Multiple rings, all skill levels
- Electronic timing
- Food truck & spectator seating
How It Works
Entries open roughly 8 weeks before each trial date. Running orders and results are posted at the front table and online throughout the day.
6Book The Field
Facility Rentals
Book our full-size indoor or outdoor agility field for private practice, run-throughs before a trial, or your own group class.
- Full competition equipment set
- Indoor (climate-controlled) & outdoor fields
- Hourly and block booking rates
How It Works
Rentals are self-run — you bring the handling, we bring the course. Equipment can be arranged to your own course map with advance notice.
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Recent Results
"Our first Standard Q came four months after joining Bar Stars — the seminar on weave entries alone was worth it."
Trial Weekend, 2025
"Running two dogs in the same club made trial weekends so much easier — one home base, one crating area, one team."
Club Member
"From foundation classes at Drop the Leash straight into competition — Bar Stars was the obvious next step."
Club Member
Got Questions?
General
What ages and experience levels can join Bar Stars?+
All levels are welcome. Classes start with Foundational Training and build all the way up to competition-ready work.
Do I need my own equipment?+
No — all training equipment is provided on-site for every class, seminar and open training session.
What should I bring to class?+
Comfortable shoes, treats or a toy your dog loves, water, and your dog's regular leash and collar or harness.
Classes & Training
How do I know which class level is right for my dog?+
Get in touch and we'll recommend a starting point based on your dog's age and experience.
What's the difference between the weekly courses and Open Training?+
Novice & International Courses of the Week include a handling walkthrough and coaching feedback. Open Training is self-directed practice time with no formal instruction.
Can I book a private lesson instead of a group class?+
Yes — private lessons are available any time to work on a specific skill or move faster through the levels.
Trials & Events
Do I need to be a Bar Stars member to enter a trial?+
No — our sanctioned trials are open to handlers from any club.
How far in advance do trial entries open?+
Entries typically open about 8 weeks before each trial date.
Facility Rentals
Can I rent the facility for my own group class?+
Yes — both our indoor and outdoor fields are available to rent for private practice, run-throughs or your own class.
Is equipment included with a rental?+
Yes — our full competition equipment set is available during rental sessions.
Ready to Raise the Bar?
Tell us where your dog is in their agility journey and we'll point you to the right class, seminar or trial.
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