JAG – Dog Agility Training Club

JAG offers a structured, multi-level agility training roadmap starting with Beginners 1 and Foundations, progressing through intermediate and advanced classes. Classes are held weekly in a dedicated indoor arena. Members may also use the facility for practice. Seminars are offered periodically for advanced skill development. All classes are group-based with a maximum of 6–8 teams per class. Instructors tailor handling techniques to individual dog-handler teams, focusing on positive reinforcement, foundation skills, and confidence-building.

Pricing Summary

Class fees are paid via PayPal; seminar fees include a $20 administrative fee for cancellations. Cancellations 30+ days prior receive a full refund minus $20; 2–29 days prior receive JAG Bucks (50–100%) if spot is filled; within 48 hours, no refund unless spot is filled. No public pricing listed—registration requires visiting the current class schedule page.

Policies

Cancellations for seminars: 30+ days prior = full refund minus $20 admin fee; 2–29 days prior = JAG Bucks (50–100%) if spot is filled; within 48 hours = forfeit fee unless spot is filled. No refunds for weather-related cancellations; class schedules are extended to complete sessions. No refunds for missed classes due to air quality (e.g., forest fire smoke). No transfers of working spots without registrar approval.

JAG (Jersey Agility of Central NJ) is a dog agility club founded in 2000 that offers group agility training classes and seminars for dog owners in the Greater Monmouth and Ocean County area of Central NJ. Classes are held indoors at the JAG Barn, White Pine Farm in Howell, NJ, featuring a dedicated arena with excellent lighting and footing that simulates trial conditions. The club serves both members and non-members, offering a structured training roadmap from Beginners 1 and Foundations up to advanced competition levels. Instructors are active competitors with diverse backgrounds, including AKC, USDAA, and UKI titles, and emphasize positive reinforcement, foundation skills, and fun-based learning. The facility is also available for member practice outside of class hours, and the club hosts regular AKC, CPE, and UKI trials. JAG instructors specialize in working with all breeds and sizes, including small dogs in the 8” division and large breeds, and many have experience with rescue dogs and multi-sport athletes.

Instructors include Jeri Prekop, Katelyn Laufenberg, Linda Rose, Sybil Carroll, and Nancy Borga, each bringing years of competitive experience and a focus on individualized training. The club also offers seminars led by experienced trainers and provides resources like class descriptions, a training roadmap, and videos of instructor dogs on YouTube. JAG promotes a community-oriented environment with member events, awards, and public recognition of dog achievements.

While primarily focused on agility, the club supports dogs competing in related sports like Barn Hunt, Fast CAT, Herding, and Nose Work. The facility is accessible with ample parking and is open Monday–Saturday 8AM–11PM and Sunday 8AM–6PM, with holiday closures.

JAG does not offer private in-home training, boarding, grooming, or dog walking services. Their core offering is group agility training and seminars.

Accomplishments

Instructors hold multiple AKC, USDAA, and UKI titles including MACH, MACH5, MACH9, AGCH, PACH, CATCH, and JCH-B. Linda Rose was a finalist at the AKC National Agility Championship and Westminster. Nancy Borga has earned multiple MACH titles and trains a dog titled in 9 sports. Sybil Carroll’s dogs have appeared in national advertising campaigns. Katelyn Laufenberg is an AKC ACT 1 and 2 judge.

How to Get Started!

Prospective students should review the JAG Training Classes Roadmap and register for Beginners 1 or Foundations if new to agility. Class registration is done via the Current Class Schedule page. New students may contact traincomm@jerseyagility.com for guidance on class placement.