Episode 036 - 5 Types of Online Dog Training Students (And How to Get More From Your Courses)

Show Notes 5 Types of Online Dog Training Students (And How to Get More From Your Courses) Quick Answer Why do some people succeed with online dog training while others struggle? Success with online dog training often depends on how a student approaches learning. Some people collect courses without implementing them, while others watch content but never practice the exercises. The most successful students actively participate, apply what they learn, ask questions, and continue practicing the skills over time. Episode Overview In this episode of the Maximum Fun Agility podcast, Lorrie Reynolds explores the five most common types of online learners she sees in dog training courses and memberships. Online learning can be an incredible resource for agility handlers and dog owners, especially when local instruction is limited or doesn’t match your goals or training philosophy. However, the value of an online course depends on how you use it. Lorrie introduces five learner types and explains how each one can get more value from online dog training programs. The Five Types of Online Learners Cathie the Collector Cathie loves buying courses and memberships but rarely completes them. She gets excited about new material but often gets distracted before implementing the lessons. How Cathie can improve: • Schedule weekly training time • Focus on one course at a time • Participate in the community for accountability • Break lessons into small, manageable steps Wilma the Watcher Wilma watches all the videos and reads the materials but never applies the training with her dog. She learns a lot but sees little progress because she doesn’t implement what she learns. How Wilma can improve: • Set specific implementation goals • Find an accountability partner • Participate in course discussions • Celebrate small milestones along the way Susan the Stopper Susan begins enthusiastically but stops when she encounters a training challenge. Instead of asking for help, she searches for a completely new solution elsewhere. How Susan can improve: • Review troubleshooting materials • Ask the instructor for guidance • Look for similar questions in the community • Create a plan for handling future roadblocks Pattie the Participant Pattie actively participates and implements the lessons early on but gradually stops using the material once she finishes most of the course content. How Pattie can improve: • Create a long-term training plan • Use training journals or planners • Continue participating in the community • Rotate exercises to keep skills sharp Louise the Lifelong Learner Louise fully embraces the learning process. She studies the material, implements the lessons, asks questions, and continues building on the skills over time. Her habits include: • Scheduling regular training sessions • Setting clear short-term and long-term goals • Reviewing progress frequently • Staying active in the community • Continuing to practice skills long after completing the course Key Takeaway Online dog training programs can be extremely effective, but only when the lessons are implemented consistently. Planning training time, setting goals, participating in the community, and asking questions when challenges arise can help any student become a lifelong learner. Resources Mentioned Maximum Fun Dog Sports https://www.maximumfundogs.com  The Agility Playground Membership https://courses.maximumfundogs.com/2025-bb-tap1-7D  Stay Connected If you enjoy the Maximum Fun Agility podcast, subscribe and consider leaving a review. Reviews help other agility handlers and dog owners discover the show. You can also join the Maximum Fun Dog Sports community and receive weekly training tips, seminar announcements, and bonus content by visiting the website. Additional Resources: Website: https://www.maximumfundogs.com Shop: https://courses.maximumfundogs.com/shop Email: support@maximumfundogs.com Articles: https://www.maximumfundogs.com/articles The Agility Playground: https://courses.maximumfundogs.com/2025-bb-tap1-7D