Why Join?
Membership gives you access to training, mentorship, and official events.
Membership gives you access to training sessions, seminars, and official trials. You’ll be part of a supportive community dedicated to the sport of IGP/Schutzhund.
Benefits
- Access to weekly training sessions
- Discounts on seminars and events
- Eligibility to trial under the club
- Voting rights in club governance
Membership Requirements
Steps to becoming an active member.
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Prior to applying for membership, applicants must attend four (4) training sessions. At these sessions, the Helper will evaluate the applicant’s dog for prey and defense drives. If the dog’s drives or temperament are not suitable for the sport of Schutzhund, the applicant will be informed by the Training Director.
- The first training session is free and you are welcome to bring your canine(s). Attendance at your second training session, and each thereafter (until accepted as a member), is $10.00 each.
- Prior to participating in club activities, potential members must register with the Secretary or Treasurer and pay any required fees.
- After attending four (4) training sessions, individuals interested in becoming members should submit a completed RCSC Membership Application to the club Secretary.
- Membership applications are voted on only at general club meetings.
- Election to active membership requires approval by a majority of voting members present and in good standing.
- In the interim period, potential members continue to pay $10.00 per training session + $40.00 Helper fee if working in Protection.