Who are we?

AIM was established in 1997 and is starting our tenth year of offering agility events, trials, seminars and demonstrations. AIM is a non profit organization. Our purpose is to promote the sport of dog agility and provide an opportunity for members to learn more about the sport. We also host agility trials and events in which all dogs can compete, have fun and earn titles. 

AIM promotes agility associations and events that are open to any breed of dog, mixed or purebred. By joining AIM you will be helping us grow this exciting sport in Manitoba. Our membership already includes handlers and dogs competing in agility under various associations and at many levels. AIM’s agility seminars and events allow our members to learn more about agility and compete here at home in Manitoba under several different organizations. AIM is a member group for AAC, NADAC and USDAA.

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Agility what is it?

Agility is a canine sport where a handler directs their dog over a timed obstacle course. Obstacles include jumps, tunnels, tire jump, see-saw (teeter totter), dog walk, a-frame and weave poles. The dog and handler must work as a team using voice commands and signals, off leash and without a collar.

Do we offer training classes?

AIM does not offer training classes. Our education committee does organize seminars on a regular basis but we do not offer any form of agility training. There are several trainers in the Manitoba region offering agility classes. For more information on some of the groups offering training please see the resources page.

Can my dog compete?

Any breed of dog, including mixed-breeds, can participate and compete - no pedigrees required. All you need are: basic team work, a certain physical ability and a will to have fun. The best way to know is to try it. Dogs are required to be 18 months of age to enter a trial but training can start earlier. Older dogs can still learn agility and compete; it’s not too late to start training today. By completing an agility course to defined performance standards, you and your dog can earn qualifying scores towards agility titles. See our resources page for useful links to information on agility.