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Round 1: Jumpers with Weaves |
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Bonus! Round 1 Run Analysis |
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Round 4: Challengers |
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Round 5: Finals |
Small Space Exercise Set 1 | + |
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Exercise with Options |
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Nested Challenge Sequence |
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Small Space Exercise Set 3 | + |
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Small Space Exercise Set 4 | + |
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Nested Challenge Sequence |
Small Space Exercise Set 5 | + |
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Nested Challenge Sequence |
Small Space Exercise Set 6 | + |
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Nested Challenge Sequence |
Wrap-Up | + |
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Survey |
Another excellent set of practice sequences…never can do too many boxes. As I had the tunnel still in place from set 1, I used it both to practice my off-set lead outs and get a really big head start. Managed to get both the BC and FC options on the small space sequences but it was instructive to see how little time it took my dogs to catch up.
On the challenge sequence, after doing the backside on 2, Truman also wanted the backside of 3 rather badly and it took some effort to get him to recognize I wanted 3 jumped straight on.
Dazzle:
Truman:
Feedback: https://youtu.be/x-sgd5_oRLo
SBS: https://youtu.be/QJX1V9zUx7E
Submitting video of exercises 1-4 for feedback. I’m guessing that either the rear cross or front cross is the fastest way through the sequence for us, although it can be tough getting to the front cross.
After the last exercise here (front cross), I included two shots that compare the reverse spins from this practice session to a previous session, which you reviewed and discussed at my request. This time, I’m wondering whether the reverse spin, done properly, should be executed with the handler facing—to a larger degree—the point of takeoff at jump #4 before spinning, as opposed to facing the wing of #4 before spinning. In the latest effort, I was concentrating on a more definitive weight shift off the plant foot, which we discussed. As a result, I didn’t face the point of takeoff as much as I did in the previously submitted video. Or am I splitting hairs and just talking about style, timing, or getting more comfortable (as I move through competency levels)?
https://youtu.be/K0L3sYQY-ok
Feedback: https://youtu.be/4xbeiSOE9Jw
Side by Side: https://youtu.be/VEAHLRGNYHk
BTW, where do you draw the handler’s front cross line from one winged jump to the next winged jump? Do you draw the line from the inside of one wing to the inside wing of the next jump or do you draw the line from the outside edge of the jumps?
Basically, at the start of the cross, which wing can you reach out and touch with your dog side arm? And at the end of the cross which wing can you reach out and touch with your dog side arm? The line is between those wings.
this is both the exercises and the nested sequence. I was pleased with these ones; pleasantly surprised that the rear cross worked – I was expecting Pogo to swing wide and take the off course jump. He did great. https://youtu.be/fOvnMLWR3jw
You should be pleased! Those were lovely! https://youtu.be/18Dq2mEOXGg
Side by Side: https://youtu.be/GBZ4K1NVJ9c
Thanks Sarah! Seems like my small dog can really do either type of wrap since he doesn’t swing wide…that means I can choose based on what’s easier for me – ha!
Yes! But each choice is different, so keep setting them up and timing them as you learn what factors matter most for your dog!
For small dog, the choice with the greater distance is often the slower choice. Distance is hard to cover with small strides!
This video focuses solely on Exercise 3 (Blind cross #3 – #4). Seeking feedback on execution of the blind cross and the spin at #4. We’re inexperienced with both of those moves– just haven’t used them much up until now– but would like to use them more. Want to hear feedback on timing, hand cues, and anything! The video includes the failed first attempt with the spin at #4; an example of what was done to fix it; four successful jumps at #4 using the reverse spin; and one jump at #4 using an (outside?) wrap. https://youtu.be/z2izQSTfB0w
That was truly beautiful work! I would not have guessed that you weren’t fluent in blinds. Feedback uploading…
Just realized something. What I was trying to articulate in my previous posts about my blind crosses and reverse spins are really prime examples of “conscious competence” and “conscious incompetence.” I can perhaps do them reasonably well in a repeatable drill or practice sequence but would prefer reaching a level closer to “unconscious competence” for a trial. I’m definitely moving through those levels of competency BDA discussed on a past podcast.
Love that you recognized this! I think that model is SO powerful!
Feedback: https://youtu.be/TUS3tRoXxAI
You really did hit on something regarding my footwork for the reverse spin. I often felt awkward or rushed doing that move, and drawing attention to my plant foot actually made me realize that I didn’t really have a firm, more complete weight transfer, or subtle rocking motion, away from the jump–consistently–from the plant foot and powering forward. I think my awkward feeling comes from rushing that move and the weight transfer. I have concrete thoughts to work with now. Thanks. I’m glad my blind cross looks all right in the video you saw, but I must say that you haven’t seen the “clunkiness” that comes out sometimes when I do one. The most repeated cuing malfunction: I show the jump AND cue the blind with the same arm. When that happens, the blind cue looks as if I’m a student raising his hand in class! It’s hilarious.
I’m so glad that discussion made sense! Sometimes I have to slow it down and draw attention in my own mind to exactly what I am doing.
Sorry, my knee was giving me a lot of trouble so I couldn’t get ahead of Toby enough to try the blind cross from 3 to 4. I also kept forgetting to change sides after he wrapped the wing on the right side. So that part looks pretty clumsy. I could still use some feed back on what I did do.
https://youtu.be/TY9K0vd1cLY
Feedback: https://youtu.be/Q3cSO_qsDVY
Side by side: https://youtu.be/SvBYd89vYP8
Thank you so much for the detailed feedback. I really appreciate it.
For feedback. I definitely would struggle with a FC.
https://youtu.be/wcfV7NROq3Y
Feedback https://youtu.be/F0vPXUCj1fw
SBS https://youtu.be/FTElW5sU7MU
Jocu: https://youtu.be/-AIHvo1EU1s
Dixie: https://youtu.be/GKdSpYP5HbY
Destin: https://youtu.be/faPPAgQJd5s
Feedback https://youtu.be/31crbMQz9yY
Part 2 https://youtu.be/7kptPc-zxrA
SBS https://youtu.be/NNSAwNVCMOA
Here is my work on this set. K is not a very good wrapper :-). But we gave it a shot!! These were much easier with Furrrrg! https://youtu.be/6WasJ80sXa4
Feedback: https://youtu.be/BjdBKAixy-k
Ch Feedback: https://youtu.be/Mep3-ZqZHA0
Thank you!
Submitting for feedback 🙂 I definitely enjoyed this exercise! 4 legs vs 2…fronts and blinds were tough to get in for me!
https://youtu.be/RN5ao65I2Wg
Feedback: https://youtu.be/ArjLn5RsIjY
SBS: https://youtu.be/nVk75SYPV08
Thank you for the amazing feedback! Rears are definitely a weakness! I will work on hanging back, adding pressure and dropping that outside arm….a bad habit, i follow my dog with that outside arm. Also, when I watched it back I could tell Zeus wasn’t quite sure what I was asking for when he took off for that jump! He head checks me before he jumps. Yikes! Your comments will absolutely help me to clean up those turns! And whhheewww…the front and blind were hard to get in! I was booking it and struggled. Thank you again!
Wow, I was surprised at what a difficult time I had getting the FC wrap and RC. The FC was a super struggle for some reason, I included one of my many failed attempts, hope you can enlighten me. For the RC once I patted my leg Sam understood and stopped flanking off the jump. The blind, FC, and challenge went well.
https://youtu.be/EzY8SWOpGUE
Feedback: https://youtu.be/pUVuJPAUbyA
Side by Side: https://youtu.be/WcqKnC8ewPM
https://youtu.be/yRVDfMpwiro
Set 2- Levi
I think this is a repeat of the challenge sequence video. Correct me if I’m wrong!
Ares’ video. Have I mentioned lately how much I stink at rears 😳
https://youtu.be/kpYrwE0lXrg
Feedback: https://youtu.be/BB_-Z1X6iGs
SBS: https://youtu.be/EDNiDNKmx7k
Sarah,
Another possibility on the comparison: when you come out of the reverse spin you are able to accelerate more (encouraging the dog to accelerate?) while also supporting the slice with your path. I notice that you’re at least a yard ahead by jump 5 in comparison to the front cross.
Yes – looking at the video, I think I could probably accelerate out of the rear cross a little more. But the maneuver itself doesn’t lend itself to that strong acceleration in the new direction by the handler: https://youtu.be/wgNP2k43hwM
Here are Enzo’s runs: https://youtu.be/c054BiQk7y0
My inclination would be to plan #2, the RC. Enzo has a pretty tight RC-wrap and I can see him the whole time. On a course which is so tight, I like to keep visual connection. If I weren’t going to do that, I would do the BC to the toss-back. I very much dislike the FC on a straight line, so much twirling. The inside wrap is clearly an inferior choice, although I’ll bet well over 50% of my MI buddies would do it that way, since it is the easiest for the handler.
Thanks,
Barb
Feedback: https://youtu.be/UnJWxJlPdbs
SBS: https://youtu.be/myk0lUWrb10
https://youtu.be/YEfiiEJ1xhQ
I think my favorite option for both dogs was the blind! Although, Dizzy runs much slower when training in this building and I may not be able to make it when he’s running at trial speed. I like the rear as a back up plan for him.
Feedback: https://youtu.be/UmGbaHqj2Ak
SBS: https://youtu.be/7gm8Bj3Vjpw
Thank you so much! I hadn’t noticed I was doing that with my front crosses, so I will be more mindful of where the line is. I actually didn’t mean to run the loopdeloop option for Dizzy on the challenge and I was also surprised that the time difference was so small! The tricky thing with him though is that his trial and training speeds are vastly different and I think there would be a much more clear difference in competition in favor of the slice.
I agree – the larger dogs GENERALLY favor slice.