The Amateur Retriever Academy

THE ELITE TRAINING PARTNER FOR THE AMATEUR RETRIEVER HANDLER Train smarter, not harder. The Amateur Retriever Academy is the all-in-one retriever training app built for amateur handlers running AKC, HRC , or CKC hunt tests. Whether you're working a Labrador, Golden, or Chesapeake Bay retriever, you'll get the tools, structure, and real-time guidance to make every session count. ASK REX — YOUR AI RETRIEVER COACH When something breaks down in the field, Ask Rex gives you instant, professional-level guidance. Get Dog Analysis, Handler Coaching, and a Drill Prescription tuned to your retriever — the kind of feedback you'd pay a pro trainer for. LOG EVERY SESSION. SEE REAL PROGRESS. - Turn daily training into measurable results. - Track marks, blinds, and drills with simple ratings and detailed notes. - Spot patterns, catch small issues early, and know exactly what to drill next. BUILD SETUPS ON A SATELLITE MAP - Design training scenarios with a satellite view. - Place marks, blinds, and your starting line with precision. - Log wind speed, wind direction, and yardage in yards or meters. - Save your training grounds — one tap to set them up next time. THE PATH FROM JUNIOR TO MASTER — AKC Stop guessing what it takes to move up. Each AKC hunt test level — Junior Hunter, Senior Hunter, Master Hunter — is broken down into a clear roadmap with proven retriever drills and in-depth guidance. THE PATH FROM STARTED TO FINISHED — HRC Step-by-step guidance on the HRC Started, Seasoned, and Finished tests, with the full HRC Hunt Test rule book built in. HANDLER MISTAKE FEEDBACK The handler is half the team. The app analyzes 30 days of your training patterns and gives you honest, pro-level coaching on drill selection, skill gaps, and progression — the kind of advice a real retriever pro would give you. READINESS SCORE Know exactly how prepared you and your retriever are for your next hunt test, based on your training log and roadmap progress. TRAIN TO THE STANDARD Access the official AKC retriever hunting test rules anytime. Understand exactly what judges expect so you train with intention and show up prepared on test day. PERFECT FOR - Amateur retriever handlers running AKC or HRC hunt tests - Duck hunters and waterfowl hunters training a gun dog - Labrador, Golden, and Chesapeake Bay retriever owners - Anyone training a retriever for marks, blinds, lining, casting, and handling Download The Amateur Retriever Academy and run your next training session with purpose. TARA Pro is available as an optional in-app subscription ($10.99/month). Cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/