Dog Training Classes Through Belmont Recreation
Vera E. Wilkinson, CDBC, CPDT-KA, teaches seasonal dog training classes through Belmont Recreation. These community-based classes provide local families with a practical, supportive way to build better everyday life skills with their dogs in a clean and comfortable group setting.
Belmont has been one of Vera’s Recreation Department teaching locations since 2022. Classes are six weeks in length and typically offered in winter, spring, summer, and fall sessions, with Thursday evening offerings available through the town program.
These classes are held in the yard facing general purpose room in the Beech Street Center at 266 Beech Street, Belmont, MA 02478.
Classes Offered Through Belmont Recreation
Belmont Recreation classes include foundation classes for puppies and dogs:
Puppy Kindergarten
Looking to get your puppy off to a great start? This six week group class for puppies under five months of age on the first day of class is a life preparation class designed to teach puppy guardians how to address everyday situations now so as to prevent behavior problems later. Learn what to do and how to respond to puppy nipping, jumping, inability to be left alone, fearfulness, etc. Please bring your puppy with his or her dinner and treats as well as proof of vaccinations to the first class. If you have questions, please email Vera Wilkinson at vera@cooperativedog.com.
Day: Thursdays Time: 6:00-6:50pm Upcoming Session Dates: April 30 – June 4, 2026 Fee: $357
Dog Obedience
Looking to improve your dog’s manners? In this six week group class for dogs over five months of age, you will learn how to solve the challenges you have at home and out and about. Your dog will learn to respond to your direction rather than jump on visitors; walk at your side; come when called and more. You will learn to read dog body language to better advocate for your dog, other dogs and people in social settings. Please bring your dog with his or her dinner and treats as well as proof of vaccinations to the first class. This is not a class for reactive or aggressive dogs. If you have questions, please email Vera Wilkinson at vera@cooperativedog.com.
Day: Thursdays Time: 7:00-7:50pm Upcoming Session Dates: April 30 – June 4, 2026 Fee: $357
Why Choose Belmont Recreation Classes
Belmont Recreation classes are a good fit for families who are looking for:
- a local community-based class option
- practical training for everyday life
- a supportive group learning environment
- a clean, spacious place to work with their dog
- an accessible way to get started with professional instruction
These classes offer a straightforward and welcoming way to build skills with your dog in a structured group format.
About the Training Space
Belmont Recreation classes are held in a general purpose room on the ground floor. These are small group classes that typically consist of just four to six puppies or dogs and their handlers.
The setting offers a practical community-class environment with access to a safe outdoor space making it a comfortable place for foundational group learning.
Seasonal Class Information
Belmont Recreation dog training classes are six weeks in length and typically offered in winter, spring, summer, and fall sessions, totaling approximately 24 to 32 weeks of classes per year.
Because the schedule changes by season, the most accurate source for current offerings is the Belmont Recreation registration system.
Registration and Payment
Class dates, registration, and payment for Belmont Recreation programs are handled directly through the Belmont Recreation Department, not through this website.
Use the button below to view current offerings and register through the town’s official Recreation page.
Not Sure If This Is the Right Fit?
If you are unsure whether a Belmont Recreation class is the best next step for your dog, contact Vera before registering.
