Dog Parkour
Dog Parkour is a fun, physical activity that teaches dogs to interact confidently and safely with their environment. This sport is suitable for all dogs, regardless of breed, age, or activity level. In our classes, we follow the International Dog Parkour Association (IDPKA) philosophy, emphasizing safety, fun, letting the dog choose, and building confidence. Dogs must be able to work in a harness with a leash attached; head halters, slip leashes, prong collars, choke collars, and e-collars are not appropriate for this class.
While we welcome all dogs, group classes may not be the best fit for dogs that react to others in close proximity. However, Parkour is still an excellent activity for leash-reactive dogs, and we offer alternatives such as private sessions or Lori’s virtual Parkour classes on Pet Dog U. Once your dog has mastered the basics, they may be ready to join our outdoor classes.
Click HERE for more information on the International Dog Parkour Association (IDPKA).
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To reserve your spot in one of our classes, full payment is required. Registration is confirmed once payment has been received.
Our Dog Parkour Classes
Parkour is a fun, mentally challenging, and physically low-impact sport that teaches dogs to confidently interact with their environment. Dogs are encouraged to jump, climb, balance on, go over, crawl under, and move around obstacles in their everyday world, all while building confidence and strengthening the bond with their handler. Our classes follow the International Dog Parkour Association (IDPKA) philosophy, emphasizing safety, fun, letting the dog choose, and skill-building.​
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Introduction to Parkour takes place indoors and teaches novice behaviors such as 4 Feet On, 2 Feet On, Moving Obstacle, Under, Through, In, Over, Around, Balance, Wait on Obstacle, and Back Up before transitioning to outdoor environments. This class is open to dogs 18 months and older who have completed a basic obedience/manners class.
Intermediate Parkour also begins indoors, introducing intermediate behaviors like 4 Feet On-Pivot, Tic Tacs, Gap Jump, Send, and Stimulus Control, before moving to outdoor environments for real-world practice. Dogs must be 18 months or older and have completed Introduction to Parkour.
Parkour in the Parks brings your dog’s skills outdoors into real-world settings. Expect long walks, uneven terrain, and potential encounters with other dogs and people while practicing Parkour behaviors in the environment. Instructor video recording is available, and videos can be edited for an additional fee. Dogs must be 18 months or older and have completed Introduction to Parkour or have instructor permission.
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In-Person IDPKA Title Evaluations
If you’d like to test for your Training Level, Novice or Intermediate IDPKA titles in person, you’re in luck—Lori is a certified IDPKA Evaluator. All evaluations strictly follow IDPKA rules and philosophy: behaviors must be performed independently and confidently, lures are not allowed, handlers must spot appropriately, leashes must be attached to a harness (not a collar), and the shoulder height rule will be enforced.
Cost:
One-on-one evaluations in a local park or outdoor area are $50 for up to one hour, which does not include the $10 submission fee to IDPKA. Additional fees apply for evaluations that take longer or require multiple sessions.
Group evaluations are also be available with a reduced fee for participants.
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Please use the Contact Us form to schedule an evaluation. Availability is limited.
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Workshops, Private Lessons and Virtual Learning
Lori is available for Dog Parkour workshops, private lessons and virtual learning. Please use the Contact Us form to request more information.