Ready to put your dog’s agility skills to the test? Join us for the first-ever Agility Competition hosted by Zoom Room!
Dogs of all levels will race through tunnels, leap over jumps, weave through poles, and conquer the A-frame on their way to victory. Whether your pup is a seasoned pro or just getting started, this event is all about fun, teamwork, and tail wags!
Dog Agility Run #1 - 10:30 AM
15 spots left. Price increases after May 13, 2025 at 12:10am EDT
Dog Agility Run #2 - 3:00 PM
19 spots left. Price increases after May 13, 2025 at 12:10am EDT
Dog Agility Run #3 - 6:30 PM
19 spots left. Price increases after May 13, 2025 at 12:10am EDT
Dog Agility Run #4 - 10:30 AM
20 spots left. Price increases after May 13, 2025 at 12:10am EDT
Dog Agility Run #5 - 2:30 PM
20 spots left. Price increases after May 13, 2025 at 12:10am EDT
Schedule
Friday, May 16
- 5:30 - 8:30 PM - Open Gym
Saturday, May 17
- 10:00 AM - Check In opens
- 10:30 AM - Dog Agility Run #1
- 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM - Open Gym
- 3:00 PM - Dog Agility Run #2
- 4:30 - 6:00 PM - Open Gym
- 6:30 PM - Dog Agility #3
Sunday, May 18
- 10:00 AM - Check In opens
- 10:30 AM - Dog Agility Run #4
- 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM - Open Gym
- 2:30 PM - Dog Agility Run #2
- 4:00 - 5:00 PM - Open Gym
* You must check in at least 10 minutes prior to your run time
Competition Requirements
- Humans must be 13 years or older to participate; ages 17 and under must have an guardian/adult at the ring
- Dogs must be 8 months or older
- No Prong, Choke, or E-collars allowed
- The course will be off-leash, so dogs must have a reliable recall
- Must be comfortable waiting in line next to other dogs
Competition Format
The winner will be determined by the fastest time to complete the course. Time penalties include:
- Knocked-over jump (jump heights based on dog’s size) – +10 seconds
- Missed weave pole attempt (three tries allowed) – +15 seconds
- Missed contact on A-frame – +20 seconds
- Skipped obstacle – +20 seconds
- Leftover treats on the course – +20 seconds
- Touching your dog – +5 seconds
- Maximum time in the ring: 3 minutes (includes course walkthrough)
Competition Prizes
1st Place
- $200 Zoom Room Gift Card
- $100 Swag Bag
2nd Place
- $100 Swag Bag
Try Out Agility with Your Dog!
Are you curious to see how your dog performs on an agility course? Come by the Agility Exploration Zone, hosted by Zoom Room, and give it a go! Whether your pup is a beginner or a seasoned pro, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the excitement of agility in a fun and welcoming environment. With tunnels, jumps, an A-frame, weave poles, and more, you and your dog can navigate the course at your own pace. Zoom Room trainers will be on hand to offer guidance and cheer you on!
No experience necessary — bring your pup and get ready for some tail-wagging fun! 🐾🏆
Try Out Requirements
- 5-minute time limit per dog to ensure everyone gets a turn
- Humans under 12 years old must have an adult in the ring with them; Ages 13-17 must have an adult nearby.
- Dogs must be 8 months or older
- No Prong, Choke, or E-collars allowed
- The course will be off-leash, so dogs must have a reliable recall
- Must be comfortable waiting in line next to other dogs
Help Us Maintain Our World Class Trail System
The James River Park System and the Richmond Riverfront is an extremely important asset to Richmond, and Dominion Energy Riverrock provides the opportunity to celebrate the Park System and Riverfront and all of the outdoor recreation opportunities RVA has to offer. Please consider donating to Friends of James River Park System to help fund recreational access improvements to James River Park System. Your donation helps park staff manage the impact of events in the park system. This nationally acclaimed trail system would not be what it is today without the hard work of countless volunteers throughout the year and it is donations like yours that make this work possible. In the past Dominion Energy Riverrock donations were able to support not only general trail maintenance through RVA More’s tireless efforts but also very specific infrastructure and equipment improvements like a donation to the universal access ramp at Huguenot Flatwater, two new trail ramps, and the replacement of all bike pumps at the bike repair stations around the James River Park System. The James River Park System and riverfront continues to see heavy use so donations to maintain and make improvements are important to the overall sustainability of this RVA asset.
Our Story
We live and work by Richmond’s picturesque riverfront. With a network of trails and amazing views just steps away from a vibrant downtown, we knew we had to let everyone in on the secret that was Richmond, VA. And what better way to celebrate than with the nation’s premier outdoor sports and music festival?!
Sports Backers and Venture Richmond both work to make RVA a vibrant place to live. Bringing our two nonprofit organizations together to create one of the nation’s most beloved outdoor festivals was a no-brainer! Venture Richmond provides the entertainment, and Sports Backers brings the athletes. It all adds up to a great showcase of Richmond’s riverfront and all it has to offer!
Sports Backers is a nationally recognized nonprofit whose mission is to inspire people from all corners of our community to live actively. Since 1991, Sports Backers has fostered a culture of active living in Central Virginia through its participatory sporting events and community-based programs that have inspired hundreds of thousands of people in the region to set fitness goals and pursue an active lifestyle. In everything that we do, we strive to promote health equity and create accessible opportunities for active living throughout our region. We fulfill our mission by: (1) advocating for bike and pedestrian infrastructure; (2) energizing the community through events; and (3) building a network of community-led group fitness programs in schools and neighborhoods.
Venture Richmond is a nonprofit organization formed to engage business and community leaders in partnering with the City to enhance the vitality of the community, particularly Downtown, through economic development, marketing, promotion, advocacy and events, to include: Friday Cheers, the 2nd Street Festival, the Richmond Folk Festival, and more.
Cancellation Policy
Entries are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-deferrable, even in the case of a event cancellation, postponement, event format changes, and/or if you are unable to participate.
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