Play As The Way & GRC/SR
Jay Jack is the founder of GRC Dog Sports and one of the nation’s gurus on biological fulfillment and relationship based training. He is known worldwide for his authenticity, highly regarded and scientific approach to play and behavior rehabilitation, and remarkable teaching skills. Along with his wit, humor, and honor in dog training, jiu jitsu and MMA, Jay brings a refreshing outlook to life with your dog that is simply unmatched. A born warrior and survivor, he is truly one of a kind and we are honored to welcome him back a 3rd time to Orange County in March 2027 for a dual 4-day training workshop.
“Real play goes past just giving leverage through relationship. It teaches how to receive coaching and corrections. Empathy. Play Partner Matching. Delayed gratification. Thinking in, and modulating of drive. Interrupting drive. Ending drive. The ENTIRE communication system. That’s basically ALL of training other than the actual physical position. Which is the LEAST of my concerns. “ —Jay Jack
The first 3 days will be the renowned Play As The Way Workshop, where Jay delves into the communication systems behind meaningful play. Emotional regulation and control, clarity, fulfillment, and real world behavioral change will be at the core, showcased through limited working spots as well as lecture and Q&A. The first day is traditionally lecture only, with the next 2 days full of working spots where Jay works with teams in front of auditors on a variety of goals.
Stay for the final 4th day where we shift into fulfillment beyond traditional play systems, including spring pole, slatmill, and weight pull if attendees wish to bring their own weight pull equipment. Working spots can also train for the famed Social Responsibility Test under Jay’s guidance, where dogs are asked to demonstrate their ability to respond to their handlers and tolerate distractions, within the guidelines of The 4 Windows.
Working spots are currently sold out, but audit spots are packed with information, coaching, and discussion.
Participants are encouraged to attend all 4 days (see pricing below) though each workshop may be attended individually.
The location includes a large indoor temperature-controlled training space, as well as ample outdoor field space.
Additional details and schedule updates will be added as the event approaches.
Please contact me to reserve your spot.
