BUCKS-MERCER AGILITY PARTNERS LLC.

Group classes are offered four nights per week: Tuesday (Beginners), Thursday (Novice/Open/Excellent/Masters), Wednesday (Open/Excellent/Masters), and Monday (Competition Excellent/Masters). Beginners classes are two eight-week sessions to safely introduce all equipment. Each class is team-focused with individualized instruction. Private lessons and seminars are available by appointment. Enrollment requires application submission for all evening classes.

Pricing Summary

Private lessons are $65 per hour. Group class pricing is not explicitly listed; enrollment requires application submission. Seminars are $50 per dog and handler when announced.

Policies

Class cancellations are posted and emailed by 4 pm on the day of class. All classes require advance application. New beginner sessions begin in September 2025 with applications posted shortly before.

Bucks-Mercer Agility Partners LLC is a dog agility training business based in Pennington, NJ, offering group classes for dogs of all levels—from beginners to elite competitors. They specialize in positive reinforcement training that emphasizes building a strong, fun, and confident team between handler and dog. Classes are held at Boxwood Farm and are structured by skill level: Tuesday for Beginners, Thursday for Novice/Open/Excellent, Wednesday and Monday for Open/Excellent/Masters. Trainers include Janet Budzynski (AKC Agility Judge with 21 years of experience), Rosie Sutherland (USDAA Platinum Lifetime Achievement and MACH title holder), Dr. Mary Pat Ezzo (VMD with 30 years of experience integrating obedience and agility), and JoAnn Lesko (MACH-winning handler specializing in distance handling). The program welcomes all breeds and sizes, including minis and giants, and focuses on safety, individualized instruction, and enjoyment. Private lessons and seminars are also available.

Their approach is hands-on and personalized, with trainers tailoring sessions to each team’s needs. The business promotes a joyful, stress-free environment where both casual pet owners and serious competitors can thrive. They offer application-based enrollment for all evening classes, with new beginner sessions starting in September 2025.

The facility is equipped with full agility obstacles, and training includes all standard AKC and USDAA equipment. They also host special events and annual roadtrips to agility trials, with documented success at national competitions including Westminster and AKC Nationals.

Accomplishments

Janet Budzynski is an AKC Agility Judge with 10 years of judging experience, including two appearances at the AKC National Agility Championships. Rosie Sutherland holds USDAA Platinum Lifetime Achievement and multiple MACH titles; her students have competed on the World Agility Team. Dr. Mary Pat Ezzo has 30 years of veterinary and training experience with dogs in multiple disciplines. JoAnn Lesko has earned 8 MACH titles and placed 5th overall at Westminster Masters Agility Championships. The business has documented success at AKC and USDAA national events.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must submit an application via the provided links for their desired class night. Applications are required for all evening classes. Drop-in observations are permitted with prior request via the contact page.