Dock

Take a class, schedule a private lesson or schedule some pool time

If you are looking to get into dock diving or just looking to hone your craft, we offer classes and workshops, along with pool rentals.

If you are looking to compete, we host several dock diving events throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall. All our events are presented by Splash Your Pup - Michigan, who solely manages and promotes NADD events at our facility.

Contact our dock instructors for class information or to schedule a private lesson.
Linsay Farris at lindsayf.ddomdockdiving@gmail.com
Lindsay Sharkey at lindsays.ddomdockdiving@gmail.com

For pool rentals, message DDOM on Facebook or email us at frisbeejones@gmail.com

MEET YOUR DOCK DIVING INSTRUCTORS

Lindsay Farris

I worked with rescues and fostered dogs in my early adult life. I started my animal career as a Vet Tech in my early 20's. I worked with two practices and multiple vets within my 7 year span. I learned about behavior in different species - primarily dogs and cats, but didn't like the way it was handled by primarily drugging them instead of finding the root cause. I then worked in behavioral modification and taught puppy classes for 3 - 3.5 years.

Working with dogs and handlers to build relationships and achieve goals is where I want to be and continue to make a career out of. Last year both dogs (Zook 5 years old, Doberman & Grady 2 years old, German Wirehaired Pointer) made #1 in their breed for NADD, attended regionals and nationals.

Please reach out to me directly to schedule a private lesson or join a group class at lindsayf.ddomdockdiving@gmail.com

Lindsay Sharkey

I've always had a passion for animals, starting in high school at a grooming salon where I got experience with different breeds and behaviors. After college I moved to Kansas City where I volunteered at a local animal shelter and learned to love the more troubled dogs. I married my husband Derek and moved to El Paso Texas where I also volunteered at a shelter. In 2016 we moved to Michigan and I started as a full time dog trainer and found my love for dog sports. I have competed in a variety of different dog sports over the years, including dock, disc, Fast CAT and agility. I own four dogs, Bree a Shiba Inu (14), Luna a pitbull (10), Misfit a whippet (5), and Creepshow a mixed breed (2), and have two kids, Lydia (3) and Sage (5). Misfit has a dock elite title in NADD and earned a Dock dogs championship invite in 2019. Creepshow has a dock elite title with NADD, regional invite in 2021 and 2022, a nationals invite in 2022 with NADD, and finished number one in masters division in 2022 with NADD.

Please reach out to me directly to schedule a private lesson or join a group class at lindsays.ddomdockdiving@gmail.com

DOCK DIVING CLASSES

Lindsay Farris' Classes

Lindsay Sharkey's Classes

Mish Mash Class (4 weeks)

Tuesdays 11:30am - 1:00pm

Starts Tuesday, May 16

Starters Class (4 weeks)

Mondays 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Starts Monday, May 15

Jumpers Class (4 weeks)

Tuesdays 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Starts Tuesday, May 16

Jumpers Class (4 weeks)

Mondays 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Starts Monday, May 15

Mish Mash Class (4 weeks)

Tuesdays 6:00pm - 7:30 pm

Starts Tuesday, May 16

Mish Mash Class (4 weeks)

Wednesdays 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Starts Wednesday, May 17

Starters Class (4 weeks)

Thursdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Starts Thursday, May 18

Jumpers Class (4 weeks)

Wednesdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Starts Wednesday, May 17

Mish Mash Class (4 weeks)

Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Starts Thurday, May 18

Class Descriptions

Dock Starters
Dock Starters are dogs who love to retrieve and are pretty sure they love to swim but who aren’t too sure about pools, docks, or even what the heck the whole point of this is!! We will take beginner swimmers in this class as well as senior dogs who have retired out but still want to come to class and do some fun stuff, just at a slower speed. This class is perfect for a puppy who wants to be a future dock star – 6 months+ is preferred but each puppy will be considered on an individual basis so contact us if you’re interested but not sure!

Dock Huggers
Dock Huggers are dogs who love to swim, adore retrieving, and really, really want to jump off the dock…but just aren’t sure yet. This class will give them the confidence to take the plunge! A solid foundation is key to any sport and the goal here is to set you up for success by making you and your dog comfortable in a pool and dock environment. In addition to getting your dog jumping, we will discuss the basics of the sport, how to get started in competition and titling, and what to expect down the road. Reactive dogs are welcome as there is no group play in class and dogs are kept leashed and separated. In SOME cases, multi-dog play is helpful to boost confidence but those instances will be taken on a class-by-class basis.
Ability to swim is a must. If your dog isn’t a confident swimmer yet, consider our Dock Starters Class or contact us for a private lesson and we will get your dog paddling in no time!

Dock Jumpers
Dock Jumpers class covers a wide range of experience levels. Some dogs are Huggers graduates looking to get things rocking, some have been jumping for years and want to hone their skills, and the rest fall everywhere in between! Basically, if your dog jumps off a dock and you want to compete and/or title your dog in dock jumping, this is the class for you.

Does your dog hesitate or lose speed? We can clean that up.
Time to switch to one handler? No problem.
Are you struggling with early take-off? We can fix that.
Want to work on that crazy throw? Easy.
Want to build your dog’s speed on the dock? Got it.

We will work on whatever each team brings to class so bring your dog, bring your goals and let’s tackle them!
Dog MUST be already jumping, even if it’s with hesitancy. If your dog is still unsure and refusing more often than not, please enter Dock Huggers Class instead.

Mish Mash (Hugger & Jumpers Mixed Class)
This class is for any jumping dogs that are looking to play and learn in a group class environment. We will cater each class to the registered dogs – if your dog is a Hugger, he will get help with gaining confidence; if your dog needs Air Retrieve practice each week, we can make that happen too. The only limits here are no non-swimmers or dogs that need extra assistance, moderate to advanced skill level is expected. See Dock Huggers and Dock Jumpers descriptions for more information. Reactive dogs are welcome as there is no group play in class and dogs are kept leashed and separated. In SOME cases, multi-dog play is helpful to boost confidence but those instances will be taken on a class-by-class basis.