Wheels for the A-Frame
Movement training in agility
When training becomes more than speed – With the Galican Conditioning Platform & Enya Habel
Agility thrives on speed, precision, and teamwork. Yet the truly strong runs often come from places you don’t immediately see: in conscious movement development, in the dog’s body awareness, and in the trust they have in their own body. This is exactly where targeted conditioning training comes in — and this is where the Galican Conditioning Platform plays a key role.
Enya Habel, agility athlete and part of Handling360 with Susan Garrett and Max Sprinz, values this approach highly. For her, performance doesn’t start at the start line — it begins much earlier, in the awareness of movement and in the quality of preparation.
“Good training gives our dogs confidence — both in movement and in his mind. Through targeted preparatory exercises, they learn to use their body consciously, which directly translates into clean jumps and controlled movements.”
In her training video, Enya demonstrates how versatile the platform can be used: as a foundation for precise jumping and tight turns, as well as for targeted balance and proprioception work. Short, well-designed sessions can easily be integrated into daily training — with noticeable effects, without adding pressure.
The Galican Fitness Platform was designed specifically for this type of training. Its integrated weight keeps it stable, the Fullgrip surface gives the dog secure footing, and the non-slip bottom ensures nothing slides around. This creates a training space where dog and handler can focus entirely on the exercise. Whether for balance, stability, muscle development, or foundational work for various obstacles — the platform opens up many possibilities without overwhelming the dog.
Movement training in agility is not about filling the training plan with extra exercises; it’s about enhancing it meaningfully. It’s about building stability, executing movements cleanly, and using strength in a controlled way. These foundations help the dog jump safely, handle tight turns with ease, and move confidently even in challenging situations. At the same time, body awareness grows — along with trust in every single movement.
