Dolphin Discovery is pleased to announce the dates for the 2010 ABC Animal Training Workshop in our Puerto Aventuras facility. If you’ve ever dreamed of being a dolphin trainer, here’s your chance to learn from the best in paradise!
What is the ABC Animal Training Workshop?
This five day animal training course is cutting edge, designed to give you the skills you need to be a successful dolphin trainer. The workshop is led by Shelley Wood, an expert in the field of animal training. Shelley has been working as a dolphin trainer since 1990 and is currently the Corporate Trainer Educator for Dolphin Discovery and the owner of ABC Animal Training Systems. Shelley holds bachelor of science degrees in Biology and Wildlife Management and is on the board of directors for IMATA (International Marine Animal Trainers Assocation). Her expertise ensures the highest level of instruction while her vibrant personality guarantees you’ll have fun while you learn.
ABC Animal Training Workshop
The 2010 ABC Animal Training Workshop is being held at Dolphin Discovery Puerto Aventuras in the Riviera Maya, Mexico from May 31 to June 4th. The deadline for registration is April 15th, but book early to guarantee your spot! Participants in the program receive personalized, small group training as they learn to understand the science and application of operant conditioning. The program includes 5 days of training at the Dolphin Discovery Puerto Aventuras location, the ABC Animal Training Packet (2 DVD set, study guide, reinforcement pouch and training clicker), hands-on training with a variety of marine animals, a swim with dolphins experience and behind the scenes access to Dolphin Discovery. Gain skills, build your resume and develop relationships with experts in the world of animal training, this is an exciting opportunity!
The program offers two levels, the basic course is $1000 USD and the advanced workshop is $1100. In order to particpate in the advanced workshop, you must have completed the basic course and have one year experience working in the field of marine animal training. Participants of the program must make their own travel arrangements, the Catalonia Riviera Maya resort is recommended for it’s location and price. Puerto Aventuras is located south of Cancun and Playa del Carmen, you will need to arrange transportation from the airport. Please remember that you will need to have a valid passport to travel to Mexico!
For more information and to register for the workshop, please visit the ABC Animal Training website or contact Shelley Wood.