The Training Retreat
A home away from home, where better behavior begins.
Immersive Training in a Real-Life Home Simulation
We’ve created a one-of-a-kind training environment that bridges the gap between obedience classes and real life. Our immersive program is set inside a custom built facility, where we've transformed individual rooms into realistic home settings—living rooms, dining areas, bedrooms, and more. It’s not just a warehouse—it’s a carefully designed space that mirrors the sights, sounds, and routines of daily life.
Dogs don’t just learn commands—they learn where and how to behave, whether it's staying off the couch, ignoring the doorbell, or settling in during dinner. By training in a simulated home environment, dogs gain confidence and clarity, and owners gain practical, hands-on experience that translates directly to life at home.
This isn't your average training setup—and that’s the point.
Why The Training Retreat?
At The Training Retreat by Barks & Recreation, your dog isn’t just training—they’re retreating from overstimulation, inconsistency, and bad habits. Our immersive program provides a focused, calm, and purpose-built environment where real transformation happens.
This isn’t a kennel. This isn’t a class. This is a Retreat.
1. Real-Life Scenarios in a Purpose-Built Setting
At the Retreat, dogs practice obedience where it counts—around furniture, mealtimes, doorbells, and more. It’s not random commands in a noisy room. It’s meaningful practice in a home-like setting.
2. Calm, Controlled, and Designed for Focus
The Retreat is free from chaotic distractions. Instead, we create intentional scenarios with just enough real-world noise to help dogs learn without being overwhelmed.
3. Customized Coaching in a Retreat Environment
Your dog isn’t just another name on a roster. Our trainers personalize the experience to match your goals—using the Retreat’s flexible, home-simulated layout to recreate whatever situations challenge you most.
4. Home-Like Comfort That Calms
We designed the Retreat to feel like home—even if it’s not technically a house. Sofas, rugs, TVs, doors, and everyday sounds create a familiar vibe that helps dogs settle and learn faster.
5. Social Skills for Real Life
Whether it’s greeting a visitor, walking calmly around other dogs, or ignoring the house cat (yes, we have one), the Retreat helps dogs practice real social skills in a safe, repeatable way.
6. Consistency Through Simulated Home Spaces
Our multiple rooms mimic different parts of a home, allowing dogs to learn commands that transfer across situations—so your dog doesn't just behave in training, they behave at home.
Because our facility is a real home environment, dogs receive the most authentic and effective training experience possible. This approach provides a practical foundation for everyday obedience and behavior, helping dogs adapt seamlessly to real-life situations. Owners also gain hands-on experience, ensuring they can continue reinforcing positive behaviors long after training sessions end.
2 Week Puppy Camp
$1,899
Puppies aged 10-20 weeks
Early training helps set the stage for lifelong good behavior, confidence, and socialization.
*Puppies must have received their second set of shots*
Core Program Highlights:
- Focus on a potty training routine, intro to leash walking, foundation on obedience, socializing.
- Secondary focus on nipping, appropriate play, proper use of the crate, and any specific behaviors identified by you.
- Also includes: a private lesson at pickup, written report card, and a follow up lesson once the pup is settled back into your home.
2 Week Basic Camp
$2,199
Dogs aged 5 months to 4 years
Gives your dog a "jump start" on training.
Core Program Highlights:
- Focus on basic commands, house manners, leash walking, and any specific problem behaviors identified by you.
- Also focus on proper play, jumping, and nipping, and other everyday home scenarios.
- Also includes: a private lesson at pickup and a follow up lesson once the pup is settled back into your home.
3 Week Standard Camp
$3,299
Dogs over 5 months old
Our most popular program, tackles common adolescent behaviors
Core Program Highlights:
- Basic obedience, leash walking, house and public manners, any specific problem behaviors you identify.
- Also addresses crate and potty training (see add-ons), socializing to new places, dog interactions, and introduction to "place."
- Includes a private lessonat pickup, a written report card and two follow up lessons once the pup is settled back into your home.
4 Week Premium Camp
$4,399
For older dogs, extreme cases, or advanced/special training
Addresses aggression, extreme fear, separation anxiety, and/or other difficult behaviors
A trainer will help determine if the 4-week camp is needed.
Core Program Highlights:
- Behavior assessment, advanced training and behavior modification, potty/crate training for dogs one year and older.
- Specialized training that's tailored to your dog’s individual needs.
- Also includes a private lessonat pickup, a written report card and two private in-home training sessions once the pup is settled back into your home.
Private Training That Meets You Where You Are
Our experienced trainers offer one-on-one coaching designed to meet your dog’s needs—and yours. We combine in-home sessions with immersive training inside our custom-built simulated home environment, giving your dog the chance to learn where it matters most.
Whether you're dealing with house manners, leash pulling, barking, or socialization issues, our personalized approach targets problem behaviors where they actually happen—at your home, or in one of our realistic living spaces at The Training Retreat.
We don’t just teach obedience—we help you understand your dog. Through customized leadership exercises, you'll learn how to speak their language, reinforce positive habits, and build a better relationship that lasts beyond the leash.
This flexible training option is perfect for puppies, adolescent dogs, or any dog that needs focused support. Follow-up sessions are scheduled as needed, based on your goals and your dog’s progress. Not sure which option best fits your goals? Contact us, and we’ll help design the perfect training plan for you and your pup!
Personalized coaching for real-life results—at your home and at The Training Retreat.
Foundations at Home
$350 – One In-Home Session
Address everyday challenges right where they happen—at home. This private session targets the behaviors that matter most to your household routine.
Common topics include:
- Potty/crate training
- Barking, jumping, or counter surfing
- Leash manners
- Dog/kid or dog/dog interactions
- General obedience and boundaries
Follow-up sessions can be scheduled as needed or upgraded to our Home & Retreat Package for ongoing support.
Puppy Foundations
$350 – One In-Home Session
Start your puppy off on the right paw. This session focuses on structure, early learning, and creating healthy habits that last.
What we cover:
- Potty and crate training
- Leash introduction
- Managing play and early socialization
- Puppy routines and leadership from day one
Great for new puppy owners. You can also continue progress with our Home & Retreat Package.
Home & Retreat Package
$695 – 4-Session Hybrid Program
Includes:
- 2 In-Home Sessions (first + final)
- 2 Immersive Day Camp Sessions at The Training Retreat
This package blends personalized coaching at your home with immersive, hands-on training in our custom-built, home-simulated environment. It’s the best of both worlds.
Your dog will work on:
- Obedience & leash walking
- Household manners & structure
- Real-world behavior modification
- Socialization in a calm, focused space
Perfect for dogs needing structure, consistency, and support across multiple environments.
Behavior Evaluation & Guidance
$250
For serious situations, tough decisions, and honest answers.
This session is designed for owners dealing with severe or dangerous behavior issues—whether you're considering rehoming, debating between euthanasia and training, or simply overwhelmed and unsure what to do next.
Our trainer will meet with you and your dog where the behavior is happening (typically at home) and provide an objective, professional evaluation of your dog’s behavior, triggers, and potential outcomes.
We’ll help you determine whether training is likely to help, and what options make the most sense for your dog—and your family. You’ll walk away with clarity, not a sales pitch.
Not Sure Where to Start?
We’ll help you choose the right path for your dog’s age, personality, and your goals.
Contact us today and let’s build a training plan that works for both of you.
