Train with Denise
Learn directly from Denise through her popular online classes, self-study options, and webinars, all available through Fenzi Dog Sports Academy (FDSA).
Denise no longer offers seminars, however she does still present a few times a year, primarily at Fenzi Dog Sports Training Camp, also through FDSA.
Check out her upcoming FDSA training camp, webinars, and online classes below!
How Does it Work?
Online Classes
Denise’s guided online classes are offered through FDSA. Each class is six weeks long and is comprised of written lecture, numerous videos, and active forums where you can watch your classmates progress with detailed instruction and feedback from Denise. Note the registration dates! Bronze level is $65
Webinars
Webinars are a fantastic introduction to the world of online learning! You will learn about a specific topic of you choice for approximately one to two hours, with plenty of time at the end for your questions. A recording will be made available to you after the fact, so live attendance is NOT required. $19.95 each.
FDSA Training Camp
Held once a year and rotated through a variety of locations, Denise presents several sessions during camp where she provides hands on feedback to the participants. A three day auditing spot is $235 per person.
Upcoming Classes, Events, and Webinars
FDSA Webinar
fenzidogsportsacademy.com
July 23, 2026
Can't touch this! Setting your "leave-it" to auto pilot
Starting with no cue at all, Denise will walk you through the steps of developing a strong leave-it! First you'll teach a traditional cue and next you'll work towards an automatic response to attractive options in the environment. How cool is that?!
Along for the ride is a leave-it for the food refusal exercise found in a variety of dog sports.
Join Denise and find your walks become a lot more relaxing as your dog takes responsibility for leaving stuff where it belongs - in the environment!
CANIS Conference
Schaumburg, IL
October 7-10, 2026
Denise is presenting for the CANIS Conference!
- Getting to a Win: Striving for Harmony in Real-World Training Choices (Main Stage)
- Contact Heeling: A Simple Tool for Complex Behaviors (Working Session - Sports Stage)
"No matter how you learn from Denise, you and your dog will be treated with kindness and respect."
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