Outdoor Dog Agility in NYC
Real-world agility in iconic NYC parks—building confidence, focus, and joy in the heart of the city.
Book Outdoor AgilityWhy Outdoor Agility?
Outdoor agility challenges dogs in a dynamic environment—fresh air, varied terrain, new smells, and natural distractions. It’s ideal for energetic dogs, urban learners, and pups working on confidence, focus, and impulse control in real-world settings.
Outdoor Setup & Equipment
Portable Jumps
Lightweight, adjustable jumps designed for grass, dirt, and park terrain.
Short Tunnels
Durable, outdoor-grade tunnels perfect for momentum building.
Platforms & Pause Boxes
Balance, precision, and impulse control with raised surfaces.
Urban “Agility” Elements
Benches, low walls, small hills, and park structures used safely as natural agility obstacles.
Benefits of Outdoor Agility
Real-World Confidence
Dogs learn to focus and follow cues in a dynamic, stimulating environment.
High-Value Exercise
Outdoor movement satisfies both physical and sensory needs—perfect for high-energy dogs.
Great for Reactive Dogs
Open spaces allow flexible distance management and gradual exposure training.
Where We Train Outdoors
Central Park (West Side)
Wide lawns, gentle hills, and open fields perfect for long-distance agility setups and focus games.
Riverside Park
Calm riverside paths and shaded spots ideal for beginner agility, reactivity management, and recall games.
Upper East Side River Parks
Open turf areas perfect for sprint work, platform drills, and jump sequences.
Safety & Weather Policies
Outdoor agility introduces new variables—surfaces, weather, people, and dogs. We follow strict safety guidelines to ensure every session is safe, fun, and productive.
Weather Adjustments
Classes may relocate or reschedule for heavy rain, snow, or unsafe heat/humidity.
Surface Monitoring
We check ground conditions (ice, mud, debris) to prevent slips and joint strain.
Reactive Dog Support
Wide-open spaces allow safe distancing and gradual exposure work.
Ready for Outdoor Agility?
Outdoor agility sessions run in parks across the Upper West Side and Upper East Side.
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