Agility Seminars with Michel Freitas
about Michel
With over 15 years of experience in agility, Michel has competed with border collies, shelties, and a working cocker spaniel. He currently teaches classes at Agility Santander Club and offers online lessons, while also serving as an RFEC and UKI judge.
His competitive achievements are notable. In 2016, he and his dog Gin took third place at the Regional Championship, followed by another third-place finish with Luna in 2018. He claimed first place at the Regional Championship with Taiyo in 2019 and again in 2022, and achieved the same with Tenso in 2019 and 2022. His partnership with Jakka has been particularly successful, earning them first place at the Regional Championship in 2022, 2023, and 2024. Together, they also secured third place by teams at the Spanish Championship in 2023, second place by teams at the Agility AWC in 2023, and second place at the Pentathlon WAO in 2024.
Michel's dedication to the sport, both as a competitor and a mentor, continues to make a significant impact in the agility community.
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Payment, Deposit and Refund Information
25% non-refundable deposit required to hold spot
Closing date: November 1st, 2025
Precision + Speed: Novice Level
Wednesday, November 12th, 11 am - 3 pm
**light snacks included**
**working spots full**
unlimited audit spots
Join us for an exhilarating half-day seminar focused on speedstakes-style agility! These sessions are designed to push the boundaries of speed and accuracy, featuring fast-paced courses with only jumps and tunnels. Perfect for handlers and dogs looking to refine their skills, this seminar will challenge you to think quickly, execute precisely, and maximize your team’s performance.
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Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply want to elevate your agility game, this is your chance to fine-tune your technique, build confidence, and have a blast in the process. Let’s go fast, go clean, and have fun!
$195 per team
$60 per audit spot
Precision + Speed: Elite Level
Thursday, November 13th, 11 am - 3 pm
**light snacks included**
**working spots full**
unlimited audit spots
Join us for an exhilarating half-day seminar focused on international speedstakes-style agility! Expect some backsides, threadle wraps and more! These sessions are designed to push the boundaries of speed and accuracy, featuring fast-paced courses with only jumps and tunnels. Perfect for handlers and dogs looking to refine their skills, this seminar will challenge you to think quickly, execute precisely, and maximize your team’s performance.
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Whether you’re preparing for competition or simply want to elevate your agility game, this is your chance to fine-tune your technique, build confidence, and have a blast in the process. Let’s go fast, go clean, and have fun!
$195 per team
$60 per audit spot
Jump Drills + Jumping Mechanics
Friday, November 14th 9 am - 4 pm
**breakfast, lunch and snacks included**
**working spots full**
unlimited audit spots
Master the fundamentals of jumping technique and precision footwork in this focused seminar designed for dog agility handlers. Learn proper approach angles, takeoff mechanics, and landing control to optimize your dog’s performance over jumps. We’ll break down wraps, backside slices, tight turns and more. Whether you're a beginner refining basics or an advanced competitor fine-tuning technical skills, this session will help you and your dog navigate courses with speed and accuracy. Join us to build confidence, efficiency, and seamless communication on the agility field.
$325 per team
$95 per audit spot
Intermediate Sequencing
Saturday, November 15th, 9 am - 12:30 pm
**light snacks and bottled water included**
**working spots full**
unlimited audit spots available
This half day workshop is perfect for dogs who are currently training or showing at the open and intermediate levels of agility. Teams should be a little past novice, but not quite experienced enough for masters coursework. This seminar is perfect for dogs who need help putting sections of courses together! Dogs and handlers will be presented with different challenges to be sure they are using the best handling choices for them and their dog! Only jumps and tunnels will be used for this seminar.
$175 per team
$40 per audit spot
Elite Sequencing
Saturday, November 15th, 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
**light snacks and bottled water included**
**working spots full**
unlimited audit spots available
We will be working on international level sequencing and handling! This will be a super fun seminar focusing on fine tuning those skills needed for the premiere class in AKC as well as UKI and USDAA upper level competitions! Teams should have a strong foundation in jump work and knowledge/experience with international skills (such as backside slices/wraps, threadles, wraps, etc.). This seminar will only be using jumps and tunnels.
$175 per team
$40 per audit spot