What is fly ball?

Invented in California in the late 70′s; Flyball is a relay race for 4 dogs. The course is 51 foot in length consisting of a starting line, 4 hurdles and a spring loaded box. The dogs jump the hurdles and step on to the box, thus triggering the release of a tennis ball. The dogs catch it, turn, and scurry back over the 4 hurdles. As the dog returns across the start line; the next races away. The first team to have all 4 dogs run without errors wins the heat. Teams compete against each other at tournaments which are usually organized in a round robin format.  The hurdles’ heights are dependent on the height of the dogs in the team – 4″ below the shoulder height of the shortest dog. 7″ is the minimum height and 16″ is the maximum height.

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Bring your dog, a lead and a few small treats.

Or you can join us at our training sessions at:
Thorpe Willoughby Sports and Social Club
Winter training is on Sundays 10am to 12 noon
Just turn up………. everyone welcome.

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THORPE WILLOUGHBY SPORTS ASSOCIATION

Home of Freewheelers Flyball Team

Sports Facilities
Function Room
(available for hire £10/hr, holds 80 people)
separate licensed bar
catering facilities available
ample parking

Saturday night is Family night.

Call in or ring the club for further details
Tel: 01757 213194

FreeWheelers are sponsored by Jollyes' Selby store