Virtual AKC Fit Dog Level 1 Class
Virtual dog fitness training with live coaching from dog trainer in manhattan, ks
You want your dog to live an active, healthy life.
Maybe you dream of taking them hiking, exploring new places, joining you on long walks, or simply keeping them moving comfortably as they age.
But here’s something many dog owners don’t realize.
Dogs need fitness training just like humans do.
Strength, balance, flexibility, coordination, and endurance don’t happen by accident.
They’re skills that can be taught.
And improving them helps dogs move more confidently, stay active, and reduce the risk of future injuries.
Our Online AKC FIT Dog Level 1 Class teaches you exactly how to build those skills through fun training that you can do from the comfort of your own home.
Whether you live in Manhattan, Kansas, elsewhere in the Flint Hills, or anywhere in the United States, you’ll receive personalized coaching, live support, and a step-by-step curriculum designed around the official AKC Fit Dog Program.
Why Dog fitness matters
Most dogs spend their lives doing two things:
Walking in straight lines.
Lying down.
Very few dogs regularly practice balancing, shifting weight, strengthening stabilizing muscles, or using their rear legs efficiently.
Over time, poor body awareness can affect movement, confidence, and athletic ability.
Teaching fitness exercises helps your dog develop better control over their body while making training fun and engaging.
Many students notice improvements in:
Confidence
Focus
Coordination
Physical Stamina
Everyday Movement
Mental Enrichment
Engagement with Their Handler
A tired dog isn’t always a fulfilled dog.
A dog that uses both their mind and body often leaves a training session feeling more satisfied than one that’s simply being exercised.
What is akc fit dog?
The AKC Fit Dog Program encourages dog owners to make physical fitness a regular part of their dog’s life.
Instead of simply going for walks, dogs learn exercises to improve:
Balance
Flexibility
Core Strength
Coordination
Endurance
Body Awareness (Proprioception)
Confidence
Overall Physical Conditioning
As you complete the program, you’ll also earn the required points that count towards official AKC Fit Dog titles, recognizing the work you’ve put into keeping your dog physically fit.
Equipment you’ll need for this
6-week AKC Fit Dog Level 1 Course
Click HERE for a list of recommended equipment
High value treats & Treat pouch
Week 4
Paddleboarding
Getting on the board, staying balanced, what to do if you go in
Sturdy platform under 12” such as a Klimb
Week 5
Fishing
Dogs and fishing lines, patience, riverbank behavior
Round, elevated object for paw targeting
Week 6
The Full Adventure
Putting it all together — you're ready
Who is this online dog fitness class for?
This class is perfect for:
✅ Healthy dogs six month of age and older
✅ Owners who already understand basic positive reinforcement training
✅ Dogs that know how to learn through luring, capturing, and shaping
✅ Sport dogs wanting stronger foundations
✅ Family dogs that enjoy hiking and adventures
✅ Owners wanting to improve their dog’s overall fitness
✅ Reactive dogs that struggle in group class
✅ Busy owners who prefer learning online.
Because the course is entirely online, your dog never has to work around unfamiliar dogs or people.
That means reactive, fearful, or easily distracted dogs can participate without the stress of a traditional classroom.
who should NOT take this class?
This program is not designed for:
❌ Dogs recovering from injury
❌ Dogs currently experiencing pain
❌ Dogs requiring physical therapy or rehabilitation
❌ Dogs with medical conditions that limit exercise unless cleared by a veterinarian.
If you dog has previous orthopedic injuries or health concerns, we recommend speaking with your veterinarian before beginning any fitness program.
What you get:
6 Weekly Group classes
Six one-hour sessions held in real dog-friendly places. Stores, patios, farmers markets, and busy sidewalks. Not a parking lot. Not a training ring. The real world, on purpose, so your dog is ready for it.
up to two akc certifications
At the end of 6 weeks, your dog has the option to test for AKC Community Canine (CGCA) and AKC Urban CGC (CGCU). These are two official titles that say exactly what kind of dog you've built together.
Membership
to Canine revolution
Get access to exclusive training videos, bonus content, accountability, and live support to keep the momentum going between classes so you always know what to work on and how to do it.
Real Results from Real Dog Owners
“I highly recommend Common Scents Training. We approached Emily due to our dog’s reactive issues. Emily’s approach is straightforward and non-judgmental. Her training instructions were easy to understand and put into practice. She has a deep understanding of dog behavior and has helped us understand our dog better. Walks are getting easier and our dog’s confidence has grown. I only wish we had approached her sooner.”
Rebekah M.
“I’ve done some group classes with Emily and it’s been pretty life changing for us. Emily makes training fun and something to look forward to so I’m super happy to have this group as a resource!”
Takara H.
“We have the best trainer in Emily with Common Scents Dog Training. She is so gentle and at ease with Duke. It helps Duke and Mommy.”
Robbie L.
only $200
✔️ 6 weekly group classes
✔️ Access to the trainer in between sessions for help
✔️ Membership to Canine Revolution
✔️ Graduation Certificate and Ribbon
Give your dog the right start - right now.
For just $200, you’ll get six weeks of small-group classes led by a certified trainer, hands on coaching, and socialization done the right way - calm, structured, and safe!
Frequently asked questions
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Common Scents Dog Trainers are Science-Based Dog trainers. Science-based trainers teach through effectively communicating with the dog in ways they comprehend. A variety of methods are used, including positive reinforcement, shaping, teaching by example, and more.
I do not use any techniques that are considered abuse and believe in LIMA (Least Intrusive Minimally Aversive).
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I do recommend clicker training your dog because it is 50% faster than other methods. You’re busy! You need all the free time you can get.
If you’re not a fan of the clicker, that’s ok! You can still be successful with your dog. (I hated clickers when I first started training my dogs!)
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The word “positive” in the term “Positive Reinforcement” does not mean EMOTION.
It means ADDITION.
You are adding something to the situation to get a desired behavior to continue.
To ONLY use Positive Reinforcement means that you as a dog parent, has NEVER yelled at your dog.
That you NEVER say “no”.
That you NEVER turn around and walk away when your dog jumps on you.
All of those things are PUNISHMENTS.
Science tells us that dogs learn by reinforcement and punishments. It also tells us that dogs (and people) learn best with positive reinforcement. So that is where we start, and we adjust as-needed based on the dog’s needs.
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If your puppy is a little “barky” when meeting new people or dogs, it’s probably because they’re in a Fear Stage.
If you don’t know what a Fear Stage is, you DEFINITELY needs to be in our group classes so we can help you through them.
If your dog is too stressed or fearful during the class, we will ask you to take them home so that we don’t traumatize them for life. We will convert your classes into virtual classes or private sessions instead. -
Yup! And I’m a stickler about it.
Prior to the first day of class, I will need a photo of their vaccination records. If they’ve had the live Bordatella vaccine (nasal or oral), it will need to have been more than 9 days prior to the start of class.