Fostering Excellence in Agility
Megan Foster
Megan Foster
Megan Foster, Founder of Synergy Dog Sports and creator of Fostering Excellence in Agility, shares her passion, knowledge, tips and secrets for all things dog agility. Each episode, she will take you through a critical element of agility training and break down the history of it, the dos and don’ts, as well as some key action steps you can take today to continue your path to excellence. Discover how to approach agility training from a place of wellness and learn how to build an agility training program that fits your needs and fuels your passion for the sport. Megan has taken her experience over the last 25 years and developed a systematic approach to agility that applies the most innovative positive reinforcement techniques to both ends of the leash. Megan not only coaches students on their training and competitive goals but also mentors other dog agility coaches to hone their craft in the dog sport world. Ready to ignite (or re-ignite) your passion for this game? Hit subscribe & let’s go!
3d ago
057 In this episode, Megan is joined by the host of Before the Q, Rose Cybulski, to talk about stepping out of one's comfort zone and what the road to the 2026 Canadian Open might look like—interested in learning more? Check it out: Before the Q Podcast Watch Episode 2 of the Vlog! Support Rose & her projects
Nov 29
055 In this mini-sode, I break down my different types of offers: free, self study, coaching program, and guided programs. Free Content: This Podcast! Make sure you've subscribed! Social Media: Facebook and Instagram Fans of FxAgility Community: Signup or Login Plan with Excellence Mini-Course If you aren't currently on my email list and want to be, scroll to the bottom of this page . Self-Study Programs: Verbal Cue Webinar Startlines that Stick Webinar Ring Routines Bundle Loopy Agility Training Teeter Training Running Aframe Weave Pole Training Handler Skills Bundle Handler Mechanics Microskills Train with Excellence Coaching Program: Learn about the program here . Claim the 2025 Black Friday promo here . Check out current members' favorite lessons here . Guided Programs: January 2026 Handler Mechanics Microskills Send this episode to your friends! Reach out via email if you have any questions about my offers: megan@fxagility.com
Nov 26
054 Let's unpack some definitions of positive and negative reinforcement, a real-life training example, and why focusing on the use of positive reinforcement will benefit your team overall. Video examples of skills trained with positive reinforcement, but may also be benefiting from negative reinforcement, are available inside my free community, Fans of FxAgility. Login here or Join here .
Nov 21
053 There are seven ways to observe behavior and look for signs of learning. In this episode, Megan shares those seven ways for a quick definition and then unpacks how she uses those forms of measurement in her own training. When I set out to record this episode, I referenced my well-loved copy of Learning and Behavior by Paul Chance. Join the Fans of FxAgility free community here: https://www.fxagilityschool.com/signup
Aug 19
052 Preparing for competition-like situations is possible, even without recreating the entire trial environment. Listen in for what Ring Prep training is and how we can do it! Additional resources on this topic: Ring Prep without the Ring Live Session Ring Prep Bundle Ready to Compete podcast
Aug 12
051 When I first started competing, we had limited options on how to maintain our habits from training to trialing, but now with FEO and FNG available is most (all?) organizations, it's easier to be consistent in our habits. In this episode, I talk about how I use each opportunity to bridge the gap between training and trialing for teams of all levels. Episode 031 Using FEO & FNG Effectively Join the Fans of FxAgility Community
Aug 5
050 How we respond to mistakes and use mistakes in our training is based on our values and how we choose to train. We have so many tools available to us that allow us to build confident and resilient learners that don't involve confusion or frustration. Learning to control our own emotions plays a huge role in how our dogs navigate playing this game with us. Take a listen, and join the Fans of Fx Agility Community to keep the conversation going. Log-in at fxagilityschool.com or sign up: fxagilityschool.com/signup
