Welcome to The Canine Coach School for Trainers

Why The Canine Coach School for Trainers?

Explore the world of dog training—for yourself or as the first step toward becoming a professional trainer. We offer education for individuals interested in learning dog training through science, hands on skills, and techniques behind effective dog training. Our program includes online coursework and hands-on experience in the classroom, taught by professional dog trainers

Why We Are Different 

The Canine Coach School for Trainers is unlike any other program. What makes us truly unique is our hands-on component. After learning our science-based approach and techniques, you’ll get to practice every single week with multiple dogs!

There is no other program available in the Twin Cities that offers this type of hands-on experience. We’re the most fun, friendly, and effective dog trainers in the Twin Cities with over 22 years of experience, 5 locations and have trained thousands of dogs.  We can’t wait to share our knowledge and expertise with you!  If you want the foundations of dog training and learn to be the best dog trainer you can be, learn and work with the best.

What You Get 

This experience is going to change you as a person and a dog trainer. Confidence can’t be taught. It’s earned through real-life experiences and practice. Every aspect of our program is designed to maximize your learning experience so you can walk away feeling prepared for whatever you decide to do next. 

When You Join Today

When you join The Canine Coach School for Trainers today, you’ll get access to:

• Participate in Online Dog Training Courses: Dive into our easy-to-understand online coursework that covers evolutionary biology, behavior, and psychology of dogs. Benefit from detailed video explanations and practical exercises which will broaden your understanding and enhance your ability to communicate effectively with dogs.

• Be a part of Interactive Discussions: Gain valuable insights through discussions with your peer group and guidance from your experienced mentors.   

• Engage in Hands-On Training Events: Join our exciting hands-on learning sessions twice a week where you're guided to apply your newfound knowledge to live scenarios involving real dogs and professional trainers. No other school in the Midwest offers the opportunity to develop hands-on skills within a course.  Through these sessions, you'll gain practical experience and confidence in your dog training skills. Every step you take towards mastering the art of dog training is supervised and mentored by professionals who've been demonstrating superior skills in the field for years.

Welcome to your Dog Trainer Journey

When you enroll in our program, your videos will unlock immediately, so you can dive into the learning right away! Then, starting June 10, 2026, we’ll meet in person every Wednesday and Friday for 7 weeks from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM for hands-on training at our Northeast Minneapolis location.

Still on the fence or have any questions?  Contact us at: [email protected].   Please see our terms and conditions here.