Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center – Sports Annex

Training is structured in progressive levels: Puppy Agility (10 weeks–6 months), Beginner Agility (6+ months), Agility II, Agility III, and Advanced Agility. Each level builds on the previous, focusing on focus, obstacle introduction, sequencing, and handler skills. Additional programs include Obedience & Manners, Canine Adventures (CGC + Life Skills), Rally, Disc Dog, K9 Nosework, Treibball, Trick Dog, and Behavior Specialty Classes. Private training and workshops are available. All programs require completion of a Training Intake Form before enrollment.

Pricing Summary

Group classes range from $240 to $260 for 6-week sessions (60 minutes each). Private training sessions are $95 for 45 minutes. No make-up classes are offered for missed agility sessions, but private sessions can be booked to compensate. Vaccination requirements must be met prior to enrollment.

Policies

No make-up classes are offered for missed agility sessions due to the progressive nature of training. Private sessions at $95 for 45 minutes are available to help students catch up. All dogs must meet vaccination requirements before participation. Registration requires completion of an intake form, and class spots are confirmed only after review by the training team.

Urban Pooch Training and Fitness Center – Sports Annex is a dog training facility in Chicago, IL, offering a wide range of group and private training programs for dogs of all ages. They specialize in puppy training, obedience, agility, sports, and behavior modification, including separation anxiety solutions and nosework. Their programs are designed to build confidence, strengthen the human-dog bond, and provide mental and physical enrichment. The center also offers enrichment daycare, boarding, and fitness classes. With multiple class times throughout the week and experienced instructors like Sharon Cierniak, Ashley Olszewski, and Rebekah Reynolds, they provide structured, positive training in a safe, facility-based environment. They emphasize fun, safety, and progressive skill-building, especially in agility programs that start as early as 10 weeks old.

In addition to training, they provide dog daycare, boarding, and enrichment services, making them a comprehensive canine lifestyle center. Their training roadmap and level-based systems help owners track progress, and they require vaccination compliance for all participants. The facility is equipped with agility obstacles, training zones, and crating areas to support structured learning.

They offer both group classes and private one-on-one sessions, with flexible scheduling across mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Their approach is rooted in positive reinforcement, using treats and toys to motivate dogs, and they avoid harsh corrections. They also offer workshops and specialized classes like rally, disc dog, treibball, and trick training.

The center is located at 5400 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, and serves the surrounding neighborhoods with in-person training only. They do not offer virtual, in-home, or mobile services.

How to Get Started!

Prospective clients must complete the Training Intake Form at https://www.cognitoforms.com/UrbanPoochTrainingFitnessCenter/InterestedInTrainingAtUrbanPoochTrainingFitnessCenter. After submission, the training team reviews the form and contacts the client with available scheduling options and program recommendations.