Sport & Protection Training.

Refine Skills, Build Confidence, and Train Like a Pro

Whether you're fine-tuning for competition or developing real-world protection skills, our private sport training lessons and Bite Nights are designed to elevate your dog’s performance. Our experienced trainers and decoys work hands-on with you and your dog to build precision, drive, and control in a structured, high-energy environment.

Bite Night – Train in a High-Energy, Group Setting

Bite Night is the perfect opportunity for handlers to get their dogs working in a controlled, real-world environment with new decoys, different pressures, and structured training scenarios. Ideal for dogs already training in protection work or sport.

  • Rotating Decoys – Get your dog comfortable working with different decoys and training styles.

  • Scenario-Based Protection Work – Real-world simulations to test and refine skills.

  • Social & Environmental Exposure – Train around other handlers and dogs while maintaining focus.

  • Open to All Levels – Whether you’re just starting or fine-tuning advanced protection work, our sessions provide invaluable experience.

Private Sport Training Lessons

Private lessons allow for one-on-one coaching tailored to your goals. Whether you're preparing for IGP, PSA, Mondioring, or another protection sport, we customize each session to refine technique and strengthen the dog-handler bond.

  • Obedience & Precision Handling – Master heeling, recalls, and motion exercises for competition.

  • Grip Development & Bite Mechanics – Build strong, full grips with proper targeting.

  • Drive Building & Clarity – Develop a motivated, engaged dog with clear communication.

  • Problem Solving & Trial Prep – Fix weak points, improve performance, and troubleshoot specific challenges.

Train with the Best

When you train at Akela K9, you’re working with experienced decoys and trainers who compete, title, and train at the highest levels. Our hands-on approach ensures you and your dog receive the coaching and experience needed to excel in sport and protection training.