Triune Canine Training And Event Center

Group classes meet once weekly for four weeks and include Basic and Family Manners (for dogs 3 months+), Advanced Obedience/CGC Prep (requires completion of Basic Manners), and an 8-week Therapy Dog Training program (requires CGC certification at age 1+). Private lessons cover puppy training, basic manners, obedience, and agility. All programs use positive reinforcement and focus on real-life skills with distractions. Agility training includes AKC-standard equipment on a turf surface.

Pricing Summary

Group classes cost $200 for a four-week session. Private lessons are $75 per half-hour. No refunds are given if a dog shows aggression after enrollment. Written refund requests must be submitted by December 16, 2025, for the January 2026 session. Classes require a minimum of three dogs to run.

Policies

No refunds are given if a dog shows aggressive behavior after enrollment. Written refund requests must be submitted by December 16, 2025, for the January 2026 session. Classes require a minimum of three dogs to be held. All dogs must be friendly with people and other dogs. No retractable leashes, choke, pinch, or shock collars allowed. High-value treats required.

Triune Canine Training and Event Center is a premier dog training facility located in Wood River, IL, serving the St. Louis metro area. They offer group classes and private lessons in obedience, family manners, puppy kindergarten, agility, rally obedience, scent work, and therapy dog training—all using positive reinforcement methods. Their 19,000-square-foot climate-controlled facility features a 90’ x 100’ AKC-regulation agility ring with True Turf flooring and professional-grade equipment. Instructors Joan Meyer and Chris Brewer bring over 75 years of combined experience and focus on helping dogs become well-behaved companions or competitive athletes. The center also hosts canine competitions and events, and offers Canine Good Citizen (CGC) testing.

They do not handle aggression or reactivity concerns in group or private sessions. All dogs must be friendly with other dogs and humans to enroll. High-value treats are required for classes, and no retractable leashes, choke, pinch, or shock collars are allowed.

Triune provides a clean, well-lit, and motivational environment with ample parking and easy access from I-255 and IL-143. They also sell recommended pet products and offer gift cards for training services.

Accomplishments

Joan Meyer and Chris Brewer are award-winning trainers with over 75 years of combined experience. Triune hosts AKC-regulated agility trials and has a Wall of Champions featuring competitive successes. The facility is designed for professional-level training and competition.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients can review the class calendar and register online for group classes. Private lessons can be scheduled through the private instruction page. All dogs must meet behavioral requirements before enrollment. CGC testing is available for certified dogs.