View Our Upcoming Group Class Start Dates & Events

This list includes our schedule of upcoming group classes, seminars, and events. For availability information on Private Training, Drop-Off Training, and Board & Train, please reach out via our form, email info@rufflifeavl.com, or book on our online portal.

If you don't see the course you're interested in, we're continuously adding new start dates, so please reach out to be kept in the loop or check back here!

Sat, May 16
Seminar: Intro to Agility & Canine Fitness
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May 16, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
This seminar covers the foundations of agility and canine fitness in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy to apply. We’ll walk through beginner agility skills along with safe, effective fitness exercises that support strength and coordination.
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Sun, May 17
Event: New Leash on Life Graduation
May 17, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
All are welcome to come celebrate the newest graduating class of the New Leash on Life program! 🎓 Rescue dogs, Nessi and Bella, have been working hard with their fabulous trainers, and they're ready to show off their skills for new furever families!
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Thu, May 28
Group Class: Ruff Starters | Seven-Weeks | Basic Obedience
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May 28, 2026, 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Through engaging sessions, we'll focus on building a strong foundation of obedience while deepening the bond between you and your dog. Learn essential commands such as "place," "leave it," "walk," "heel," "stay," and "recall" through positive reinforcement techniques.
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Sun, May 31
Client Event: Wandering Wags
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May 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Main Street Park, Weaverville, NC, USA
Current clients are invited to join us for the May Wandering Wags! We'll begin with a brief lesson and then venture off together in a pack to apply these new skills, along with additional guided practice in a group setting. This month, we'll be heading to the Main Street Nature Park in Weaverville!
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Sun, May 31
Group Class: Recall Revolution | Four-Weeks | Basic Obedience
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May 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
The goal of this course is to gain the attention of your dog in new environments and to create a strong foundation for recall. Activities include working around distractions, teaching your dog to respond to their name, and improving their ability to come when called.
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Sun, Jun 07
Group Class: Patio Pups | Four-Weeks | Basic Obedience
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Jun 07, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Do you dream of having a serene, easy-going dog you can bring with you to hang at a restaurant or brewery? This four-week course will give you the tools necessary to work on creating a relaxed mindset, engagement around distractions, and simply existing with other people and dogs around.
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Sun, Jul 12
Group Class: Tricks! | Four-Weeks | Advanced Level
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Jul 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Challenge your dog’s brain and do something new and exciting together! A variety of functional and just-for-fun tricks will be taught.
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Sun, Jul 12
Group Class: House Manners | Four-Weeks | Basic Obedience
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Jul 12, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Ruff Life Dog Training Services, 803 Fairview St, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
The goal of this four-week course is to teach your dog to greet people appropriately and feel settled in the home even with company, and to assist with impulse control around food or other tempting items.
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