RAPID WRESTLING
Rapid Wrestling is a unique format to kick off the season by allowing wrestlers to develop and have fun without the pressure of competing. As a result, it's ideal for brand new wrestlers but also experienced wrestlers because there is a ton of live wrestling against kids from other clubs.
Wrestlers are grouped into brackets according to age, weight and experience. Wrestlers compete against others in their group in a variety of situations (common wrestling positions plus some fun contests) listed below. We will also allow the participants to wrestle full matches with a centralized clock and no officials.
2022 Rapid Wrestling Contests
(contests subject to change)
Wrestlers are grouped into brackets according to age, weight and experience. Wrestlers compete against others in their group in a variety of situations (common wrestling positions plus some fun contests) listed below. We will also allow the participants to wrestle full matches with a centralized clock and no officials.
2022 Rapid Wrestling Contests
(contests subject to change)
- Sudden Victory. This is just neutral “overtime” wrestling---If you get the takedown you win. This contest is a common situation and encourages wrestlers to attack and be aggressive (30 second periods).
- Attack Bandz, Shoelace Tag, or Sumo. These popular contests teach important wrestling skills. The exact contests will be determined by factors at the host facility.
- Escape from Alcatraz (12 seconds for each opponent)---wrestlers have a short time to escape/reverse or ride out. This teaches strategy on top and the need for explosive moves on bottom.
- Mat Returns. A common and critical position in wrestling!
- Stuck on a Shot. One wrestler shoots a single leg takedown and gets stuck on their knees with hands locked. Opponent is draped over the top defending the shot. This is an extremely common position in wrestling.
- Scramble Position. Knowing the fundamentals of scrambling is important as wrestlers develop. The opponents will be put in a "funky" situation, and we get to see who comes out on top!
- Bob the Builder. Bottom wrestler is broken down flat and needs to build back up to base. Top wrestler wants to keep opponent down.
- Horse Races. This is super popular and helps wrestlers develop balance and a solid base. One wrestler is on hands and knees (the horse); partner gets on top (the rider) and cannot touch the ground. Race against the other horses and jockeys.
- Full Match!