The Syracuse Obedience Training Club, Inc. is an AKC-licensed obedience club and a New York State-registered 501(c)3 educational corporation (organized not-for-profit) offering public education through classes and other activities.
Founded in 1960, SOTC is one of the oldest and largest dog obedience training clubs in the Northeast, with over 300 members.
The Club conducts business, offers classes, and hosts regional competitions and other public events at 6392 Deere Road in Syracuse, near Carrier Circle. This fully equipped facility (19,000+ square feet) is climate controlled, with special mat and turf flooring and extensive sound dampening.
A Board of Directors and Officers manage the Club’s business and its significant financial assets.
The members of SOTC's Board, like the instructors and other members who do the day-to-day work of the Club, are all volunteers.
Statement of Purpose
Our goal is to educate, support and inspire dog owners through positive, evidence-based training. We host training classes and a wide variety of dog sport events throughout the year. As a nonprofit organization, we are committed to fostering well-trained, confident dogs, knowledgeable handlers, and a welcoming community for both sport competitors and pet owners throughout the region.
