If you are interested in forming a GSDCA-WDA club, the following information will assist you. In addition, the Regional Director for your area (listed on our Organization, Officers & Judges page) or our WDA Office can provide you with assistance and answer any questions.

REQUIREMENTS

An applying club must meet the following requirements:

1. Develop formal club bylaws. If necessary, sample bylaws can be obtained from the GSDCA-WDA Office.
2. Have at least five members. All must be members of GSDCA-WDA or have applied for membership.
3. Have established training grounds and all necessary equipment – jumps, blinds, helper pants, sleeves, etc.
4. Elect a Training Director who can demonstrate some proficiency in dog training.
5. Obtain Club Liability Insurance in the minimum amounts of $250,000 property damage and $500,000 personal injury.
6. A newly forming club without prior full membership with an existing GSDCA Regional Club or schutzhund organization must also hold a practice trial. The practice trial may be judged by the regional director, or another individual approved by the GSDCA-WDA Board. Upon successful completion of the practice trial a recommendation for membership will be made.
7. Submit the Application for Member Club Status and Club Officers & Member Roster forms and all supporting documentation to: