On and Off Side Weave Entrances

Here is some terminology that I'll rarely use in class, but that may be helpful when you are discussing a course with other agility enthusiasts.

On Side Entrance: The dog is heading toward the weave poles on the side they should be entering.  With our practice set of weaves, this would mean they are headed towards and can see the red tape.

Off Side Entrance:  The dog is heading toward the weave poles on the opposite side they should be entering, meaning they will have to go "around" the first pole before officially entering the weaves.  With our weaves, they would not be able to see the red tape until they go around the first pole.

Do you feel confused?  Here is a great diagram (courtesy of AgilityNerd.com, which, I may say, is a great website) that may help you out:

Obviously, the dog should learn to enter the weave poles regardless of the angle or location his or she is coming from, no matter the technical terms involved.  However, if you like learning agility jargon, feel free to start incorporating these new terms!