Sports Teams

a white Boxer is running around an agility field with a purple cone in his mouth

But there is hope!

Whether you’re experiencing broken start lines, a dog biting you in the ring, or screaming and barking between runs, Flash of Brilliance can help!

Adam has helped dozens of dog sport teams get back to the joy of training and competing together!

Turning NQs into HITs!

We all start out in sports with dreams: whether it’s a beautiful heelwork pattern, placing at nationals, or a versatility title.

And when our sport dogs go off the rails, it can be devastating.

a black herding type dog is weaving through agility weave poles on dirt

“At trials, before was not knowing if he would get worked up over a volunteer or other dog and be too aroused to search at his best. Now, by using pattern games in staging areas and through the parking lot he goes in to searches 100% focused and we’ve had great success.”

— Anonymous

Pathways to Success

Because training needs are so individual, we offer three different programs!

Virtual Coaching

  • Weekly one on one fully virtual coaching

  • 30 minutes of video review

  • Curated resources and assignments

  • (Almost!) unlimited text and email support

  • Available worldwide!

$1200 per month
minimum of two months, most people take the program for 4-6 months

Hybrid Coaching

  • Weekly one on one coaching - combining in person and virtual

  • 30 minutes of video review

  • Curated resources and assignments

  • (Almost!) unlimited text and email support

  • Available within 10 miles from Framingham, MA

$1200 per month
minimum of two months, most people take the program for 4-6 months

During your consultation, Adam can advise on which training program will best help you reach your goals!

Please note: Although we always aim to accommodate client preferences, training program is ultimately subject to trainer discretion and availability.

All training relationships start with a consultation. Consultations are all done digitally, and are $380. You can expect your consult to be about 60-90 minutes.
Training is available in English and Arabic

  • Curated Training Plans

    At Flash of Brilliance, every team is an individual. Each training plan is created with the specific dog and guardian’s needs in mind.
    We take pride in finding creative solutions for complex problems, and in working with people of different cultures, disabilities, learning histories, and goals.

  • Evidence Based & Effective

    It is important to us that our training programs are evidence based. Because of this, our methods are effective and ethical. We refer to the disciplines of behaviour analysis, ethology, neurobiology, psychology, and beyond to understand and treat complex behaviour problems, and raise healthy and happy dogs.

  • Prioritized Emotional Support

    Having a sports behaviour problem is hard. We know firsthand how disappointing, frustrating, and scary it can be. One of our top priorities is supporting guardians through the entire training process.
    Your frustrations, fears, glimmers, and joys are always front of mind.

Adam’s Sport Background

a Boston Terrier is posing with qualifying ribbons (and placements) at a Barnhunt trial
a person in a maroon top is hugging a white boxer while displaying title ribbons

Adam has been participating in the dog sports world as a competitor, steward, coach, and judge for nine years.

They have earned 85 titles in 8 different sports with their dogs, and continue to train weekly with their own coaches.

One of Adam’s specialties is helping dogs with aggression, arousal issues, and other behaviour problems participate in sports while staying safe and happy. They have worked with sport teams from numerous disciplines, including agility, nosework, obedience, field sports, and more!

Their current sports project is training Wibble’s agility skills with joy, precision, and creative reinforcement.