Private Dock Jumping / Dock Diving / Dock Dog Classes
2012 Houston area Dock Jumping Events
Mar 31-Apr 1 in Pearland TX
May 4-6 in Pearland, TX
June 8-10 in Magnolia, TX
Jun 22-24 at Discovery Green Park, Houston, TX
Oct 20-21 at PetFest in Old Town Spring, TX
Oct 26-28 in Cypress, TX
Dock Jumping organizations that do events in Texas:
Dock Jumping
Dock Jumping is one of the world’s fastest growing international canine sports where dogs jump from a dock into water. DockDogs started in 2000 and appeared at the ESPN Great Outdoor Games. In 2008, the United Kennel Club (UKC) added dock jumping as a recognized UKC sport, so dogs can get UKC titles in dock jumping as they do in agility and other competitive dog sports.
Private Dock Jumping Classes @ Rummy’s
We no longer offer group dock jumping classes - we offer only Private Dock Jumping Classes every year March through November. November through March we have a large winter dome that covers the pool so we can swim all winter long – but the dome does not enclose the dock, so we don’t do dock jumping in the winter.
The owner, Lisa, will coach you and your dog privately. Lisa has been involved in Dock Jumping for 3 years with her Dock Dog – Mr. Stubbie – who she often uses to help teach dogs to swim or jump in the pool. Mr. Stubbie is not aggressive and is only concerned about getting his toy. Mr. Stubbie has NEVER jumped in public. He is a rescue dog and competitions make him nervous and shut down so he just coaches at Rummy’s.
Why Take Classes at Rummy’s?
Rummy’s was the first pool in Texas to offer Dock Jumping Classes, beginning in 2010. We are the ONLY facility in Texas with a facility designed to teach beginner Dock Jumping Classes.
ANY dog can be a dock dog if they know how to swim and have a VERY STRONG toy drive. That toy drive is the reason they jump off the dock. If your dog does not know how to swim (many dogs don’t) we will teach him to swim.
If your dog swims, but doesn’t jump into a pool – Rummy’s is perfect for you. We have a beach entry and an adjustable dock so your dog gradually learns how to jump into the pool at various heights before learning to jump off a dock that is 2’ above the water - competition height. Teaching a dog to jump off a ramp that high from the very beginning may scare your dog away from the sport forever.
If your dog already consistently jumps into a pool from a 2’ high dock, Rummy’s may not be the best place to train as we are a beginner pool only and other facilities are better suited to practice with your dog.
Sign Up:
Signing up is easy. click here to fill out our enrollment form – or - email Lisa lisa@rummysbeachclub.com and ask us to email the form to you. Then call us - 713-446-3805 - and schedule a private dock jumping class. Our rates are below. You can pay with a credit card using the pay pal link below or you can pay with cash or check when you come for your private class.
A Few More Things:
No one under age 15 permitted. At Rummy’s, dogs are the focus of our attention. If we allow children, that focus changes.
No dog treats allowed at Rummy’s.
Dogs must be 6 months old to compete in a Dock Jumping event. Dogs 4 months of age are allowed in our class as long as they know how to swim, have completed their puppy vaccinations and are housebroken.
Any breed of dog is allowed. No aggressive dogs or people allowed.
Though not mandatory, it is extremely helpful when dogs have a reliable sit, come and ability to be under control without treats. NO TREATS ALLOWED @ Rummy’s!
No Flexi leashes or retractable leashes at competitions.
Cameras and video cameras are permitted and encouraged.
Dress to train on land and in water. Good water shoes are recommended for training as well as Dock Jumping events as there is always mud around the pool. Many companies make good waterproof shoes you can wear on land and in water and will help keep falling and slipping to a minimum – I wear Keen. Quality water clothes at a good price can be found at Liquid Peace. Or look around your house for workout clothes with nylon, polyester and / or spandex. Cotton gets heavy and stretches out in water.
It is costly to keep a dog pool clean. Please help us by not allowing your dog to roll in the grass and then swim and then roll in the grass and then swim. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
2012 Private Dock Jumping Classes
| # of Private Dock Jumping Classes | Cost | Cost/hr |
| 1 Class | $60 | $60/hr |
| 5 Classes | $250 | $50/hr |
| 12 Classes | $500 | $42/hr |
| 26 Classes | $1000 | $38/hr |
No refunds.
All 2012 Private Dock Jumping Classes expire December 31, 2012.
2 dogs at a time – as long as they know each other and get along.
2012 Monthly Dock Jumping Boot Camp
| Classes / week | Total # of Classes | Cost | Cost/hr |
| 2x / week | 8 Classes | $300 | $38/hr |
| 3x / week | 12 Classes | $400 | $33/hr |
| 4x / week | 16 Classes | $500 | $31/hr |
| 5x / week | 20 Swims | $600 | $30/hr |
No refunds.
Doggie Boot Camp Swims MUST be completed in one month.
2 dogs at a time – as long as they know each other and get along.
To pay using a credit card, please use the pay pal button below:
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