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GCOC UPCOMING TRIALS & TESTS

AGILITY TRIALS

September 26 - 28, 2025

Two rings outdoor (under cover) on groomed dirt under Judge Beth Willingham.

Opening date: July 21, 10 a.m.
Closing date: September 15, 11 p.m.

GCOC hosts two AKC agility trials each year. The spring trial is usually held in early April and the fall trial is held the last weekend of September. Both events take place at the South Congaree Horse Arena under permanent cover on dirt.

South Congaree Horse Arena Location: 395 Oak St. West Columbia, SC 29172

SCENT WORK TRIALS

November 15 - 16, 2025

Novice Containers, Interior, Exterior under judge Chris Puls.

Opening date: July 8, 12:00 p.m.
Closing date: October 18, 12:00 p.m.

Premium Register

GCOC will host its first AKC Scent Work trial this fall. For more information or sponsorship opportunities, contact the trial secretary.

Trial will take place at the GCOC Training Facility- 947 S. Stadium Rd., Columbia, SC 29201.

OB/RALLY TRIALS

December 6 - 7, 2025

Information coming soon.

GCOC hosts three AKC Obedience and Rally Trials each year:

One at the Tri-City Leisure Center in May. All regular Obedience and Rally Classes are available at each show.
Tri-City Leisure Center Location: 485 Brooks Ave. West Columbia, SC 29169
Two trials are held at the GCOC building; one in late November or early December, and one in February. Both are two-day trials with all levels of Rally and Novice Only Obedience.
GCOC Building Trial Location: 947 S. Stadium Rd. Columbia, SC 29201

UPCOMING
CGC & TRICKS TESTS

To be scheduled.

GCOC host two Canine Good Citizen Tests and All-Level Trick Tests each year. One event is usually held in the spring around June and the second test is usually held in the fall around October. Both tests take place at the GCOC Training Facility- 947 S. Stadium Rd. Columbia, SC 29201.

UPCOMING
FASTCAT/CABT

To be scheduled.

GCOC host two FastCAT/CABT events each year. The spring test is usually held in early January and the fall test is usually held in November.

UPCOMING
C-WAGS TRIALS & EVENTS

Information coming soon.

GCOC hosts CWAGS Rally Leagues and practice year-round. To get involved in CWAGS, please contact Alyssa O'Dell or Carolyn Royall.

MOTELS & HOTELS

The following facilities have accepted dogs in the past. Please double check with each facility as rules may have changed. Check back here prior to trials for discounted room rates. Always verify pet policies and room rates when you make reservations. Remember to notify hotels you have dogs.

Clarion Inn - 500 Chris Dr., West Columbia, SC 29160 (I-26 Exit 111B)
When you make reservations, please call the front desk at 803-794-9440 and request the Columbia Obedience block to receive the discounted rate.
La Quinta Inn and Suites - 7333 Garners Ferry Rd., Columbia, SC 29209 (I-77 Exit 89A).
Best Western - 240 E. Exchange Blvd., Columbia, SC 29209 (I-77 Exit 9A).
To make a reservation call 803-695-0666.
Towne Place Suites by Marriott - 250 E. Exchange Blvd., Columbia, SC 29209 (I-77 Exit 9A).
To make a reservation call 803-695-0062

RV CAMPING

RV Parking is permitted at the Agility Trial Site ONLY, with new sewer hookup or dumping available. Reservation instructions will be on the Agility Trial Premiums.

Alternative RV Camping:

Big Rig Friendly Resort - 336 Gardners Terrace Rd. West Columbia, SC 29172
To make a reservation call 803-708-5122 or visit BigRigFriendly.com
Barnyard RV Park - 201 Oak Dr. Lexington, SC 29073 (US Route 1 behind Barnyard Flea Market).
To make a reservation call 800-633-6351 or visit BarnyardRVPark.com

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