Great question, I’d love to tell you. RallyO (short for Rally Obedience) is a dynamic and engaging dog sport that combines elements of Traditional Obedience with an extra splash of fun. It’s designed to showcase the bond between you and your dog, focusing on teamwork and communication.
In RallyO, you and your dog navigate a course with a series of stations, each requiring a specific obedience skill or task. Unlike Traditional Obedience, RallyO encourages a more relaxed and interactive approach, allowing you to encourage, praise, and reward your dog throughout the course.
Benefits of RallyO Include:
🐾 Strengthening Your Relationship: Enhance your relationship with your dog through positive interactions and teamwork.
🤸🏼♂️ Mental and Physical Exercise: Keep both you and your dog mentally sharp and physically active by learning a variety of new skills.
🎉 Fun and Engaging: Enjoy a lively and supportive community where both you and your dog can thrive.
😊 Inclusivity: Suitable for dog and handler team of all ages, abilities, and skill levels. Accommodations are available for both dogs and humans.
The next round of in-person group classes start:
in Maple Ridge September 19, 2025
in Squamish September 23, 2025
Drop-in sessions and private training available at all locations.
Private sessions may also take place in your own home, yard, or a nearby park. Please email maria@elementspetcare.com with any requests.
Online classes, private training, and coaching are available.
Instructor Maria Adams is an accredited CARO Judge for all levels of Rally and Working categories. In addition to teaching and judging, she also competes and titles in CARO with her own dogs.
While competing is optional, RallyO classes and private lessons will cover trial preparation for interested students. At Elements we teach CARO (Canadian Association of Rally Obedience) signs but the skills are transferable to other rally organizations such as CWAGS, CKC, UKC, or ASCA.