Build Clear Cues. Create Confidence. Add Distance — Even in a Small Space.
One of the most important elements of distance training is your dog’s ability to understand and trust your cues. Distance doesn’t start with sending your dog away from you—it starts with clarity, consistency, and strong foundation skills. The good news? You don’t need a large field or full course to build distance. This webinar focuses on fun, effective groundwork exercises you can do in a small space using targets, cones, and toys to teach: Clear cue recognition Directionals Confidence driving away from you Distance skills that transfer to real courses This webinar is designed to give you the foundation-level skills you need to begin—or strengthen—your distance training journey.
Lisa Schmit, PhD
Founder of In The Zone Training, Lisa is one of the most accomplished distance handlers in NADAC and a leading expert in canine fitness, massage, and agility training. With a PhD in Public Policy Analysis and multiple certifications in canine wellness, she blends science, skill, and heart to help dogs stay sound, strong, and joyful. Her clear, positive training has produced extraordinary success: • 10 dogs on the NADAC Championship podium (28 times) • 3 dogs with Distance Cups at Champs • 4 MODSQUAD dogs (Master of Distance & Speed) • 35+ Distance Cup Awards • Hundreds of NATCHES across 10 dogs Through 20+ years of experience and 40+ online courses, Lisa has built a supportive learning community for handlers of all levels. Above all, Lisa is passionate about creating confident, connected partnerships. She’s not just an expert—she’s a teacher who helps teams thrive with trust, clarity, and joy.