NePoPo® Gold Schools in Montana (spring/summer)
and in Arizona (fall/winter)
Upcoming Schools
ARIZONA
Fully Booked
11/04 - 11/08
$3500
ARIZONA
Spots Available
2/24 - 2/28
$3500
MONTANA
Spots Available
TBD
$3500
What it takes to earn the NePoPo® Gold Certification from our school.
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Students must illustrate a mastery of ALL dog training systems : Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of positive reinforcement and negative reinforcement training systems and how NePoPo® combines the advantages of BOTH systems with the primary goal of a dog that executes behavior on cue every time with heart and soul.
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Students expressed understanding of NePoPo® as it relates to both the pet and working dog industry in an effort to help as many dogs as possible while also being fully aware of the legal framework of animal welfare and proper husbandry.
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Students illustrated how to be an ideal E-collar user within the NePoPo® system : fully understanding Martin System® gear and how to best implement into practice to achieve enthusiasm and harmony in training.
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Students were exposed to ideas and concepts on how to incorporate NePoPo® philosophy into aspects of working dog practice : detection, tracking/trailing, bite work and retrieve.
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Students engaged in small business discussion learning about the triple constraints of project management : (Scope, Schedule, Cost) so they can effectively deliver on expectations and grow as entrepreneurs.
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GOOD CULTURE. Most of all, every individual that graduated exhibited ignition to be forever students taking the skills learned during their time here in Montana and continue to practice and grow throughout their career. They all engaged in a humble, curious and supportive learning culture and proved that they are industry leaders committed to helping clients/students grow in the language of modern dog training : NePoPo®.
Curriculum
Our course covers foundational concepts of NePoPo® philosophy and application in both the pet and working dog industry. Instruction will be steered towards tracking/trailing, protection/sport, detection/retrieve depending on the group's interest. We will also be setting aside time in the evening for students interested in small business development strategies.
Facilities
Montana Location : Run Your Pack. Temperature controlled indoor/outdoor runs with a Yurt classroom (when we are not outside in the field!)
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Arizona Location: We rent a temperature controlled indoor training facility in Chandler Arizona.
Activities
Montana: Turn your trip to Montana into a destination vacation for the whole family! Horseback riding, rafting, fishing, hiking, climbing - this state was built for the outdoor enthusiast! Also, Glacier National Park is a day's drive north!
Arizona: The Phoenix area offers a number of lodging, food and entertainment options! Come study NePoPo® then checkout a pheonix suns game or hit up Top Golf!
Arrival & Departure
MONTANA: Run Your Pack is located 20 miles east of Missoula, Montana. Missoula has an airport and many accommodation options. You can also opt to stay in a more remote location up Rock Creek (10 miles east of our property).
ARIZONA: Gold school will be held in Chandler Arizona just south of Pheonix. Fly into Sky Harbor of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway airports. There are many lodging options in the Phoenix/Chandler Area.
Food & Drink
We will be catering breakfast and lunch during our NePoPo® Gold Schools. We also include a graduation celebration!
Dinner/ lodging/ and transportation is the responsibility of student to take care of.
Cost for Programs
$3,500
- Price includes 5 full days of hands on NePoPo® instruction.
- Breakfast and lunch catered.
- Access to Work Your Pack video content.
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