Trail Club
Ingrid Bostrom
Trail Club is where the human-dog team takes center stage. You and your dog join the pack on the trail together, deepening your bond, building on what you've already accomplished, and growing as part of the community we're creating here.
Dogs practice neutrality, build stamina, and learn to move well in a pack.
Humans practice reading their dog, managing real situations, and respond to their dog in real time under the guidance of our coaches and the community’s shared experiences.
Together, you build clarity, connection, and consistency.
WhenMonday: 10 - 12PM
Wednesday: 10 - 12PM +
3 - 5PM
Friday: 10 - 12PM
Mix & Match Package:
6 for the price of 5!
Ready to join our Clubs? Get 6 sessions for the price of 5! It’s the perfect way to build endurance, practice focus in nature, and save while doing it.
Trail Locations
Trail Club locations rotate between Goleta and Carpinteria, including coastal bluffs, beach trails, foothill trails, and routes in Los Padres National Forest.
All meeting points are within about a 30 minute drive of downtown Santa Barbara.
🚨Exact location and details are shared via email after registration and completion of Trail Club Information & Disclosure Form
Trail OptionsWe offer three trail options to fit any day: easy, moderate, and hard.
The more you show up, the stronger you both become, and the whole pack benefits. We guide. You leave stronger together.
Our trails are chosen intentionally for safety, pack flow, and the overall experience for both dogs and humans.
❋ Easy RoutesFlatter terrain and steady footing
❋ Moderate RoutesInclude mixed terrain, water crossings, and elevation.
❋ Hard RoutesFeature rock scrambles, challenging terrain, and steep elevation
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Nature can be unpredictable. DOG GYM does its best to ensure the trail route level published for the day does not change.
All meeting points are within about a 30 minute drive of downtown Santa Barbara.
🚨Exact location and details are shared via email after registration and completion of Trail Club Information & Disclosure Form
JUNE
Week 1
6/1 (Mon) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest **
6/3 (Wed) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
6/3 (Wed) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
6/5 (Fri) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
Week 2
6/8 (Mon) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
6/10 (Wed) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest **
6/10 (Wed) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
6/12 (Fri) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest ***
Week 3
6/15 (Mon) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest **
6/17 (Wed) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
6/17 (Wed) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
6/19 (Fri): CLOSED FOR JUNETEENTH
Week 4
6/22 (Mon) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
6/24 (Wed) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest ***
6/24 (Wed) 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
6/26 (Fri) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest **
Week 5
6/29 (Mon) 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Los Padres National Forest **
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Nature can be unpredictable. DOG GYM does its best to ensure the trail route level published for the day does not change.
All meeting points are within about a 30 minute drive of downtown Santa Barbara.
🚨Exact location and details are shared via email after registration and completion of Trail Club Information & Disclosure Form
JULY
Week 1
7/1 (Wed) AM: Carpinteria - Beach *
7/1 (Wed) PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
7/3 (Fri) AM: Cancelled due to holiday crowds
Week 2
7/6 (Mon) AM: Los Padres National Forest **
7/8 (Wed) AM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
7/8 (Wed) PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
7/10 (Fri) AM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
Week 3
7/13 (Mon) AM: Los Padres National Forest **
7/15 (Wed) AM: Carpinteria - Beach *
(Highlighted on SB Unitas)
7/15 (Wed) PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
7/17 (Fri) AM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
Week 4
7/20 (Mon) AM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
7/22 (Wed) AM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
7/22 (Wed) PM: Carpinteria - Beach *
7/24 (Fri) AM: Los Padres National Forest **
Week 5
7/27 (Mon) AM: Los Padres National Forest **
7/29 (Wed) AM: Carpinteria - Beach *
(Highlighted on SB Unitas)
7/29 (Wed) PM: Santa Barbara - Beach **
7/31 (Fri) AM: Carpinteria - Beach *
Frequently Asked Questions - Trail Club
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One dog per handler.
To ensure safety, maintain proper social neutrality, and allow you to give your dog 100% of your focus and guidance on the trail, we limit attendance to one pup per person. If you have multiple dogs, you are welcome to bring a second handler along, or alternate which dog joins us each week!
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All dogs must start the session on-leash.
Your dog may only be moved to off-leash work once you receive an explicit "OK" from one of the DOG GYM coaches during the hike.
You are welcome to use the gear that works best for your current level of training (standard 6-foot leash, a 10-foot, a 30-foot long line, e-collar…)
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We control the environment so you can advocate for your dog's space. While dog-to-dog interactions do happen on the trail, we actively manage the pack to ensure it remains a safe working environment. Off-leash dogs are closely monitored and taught to respect boundaries, staying away from teams that need extra distance. Our coaches are always there to help you control the space so your dog can build neutrality and focus at their own comfort level.