Youth Wrestling League
and Training Academy
Training Programs
Our weekly schedule includes six training programs – Beginner Wrestling, Advanced Wrestling, Youth Grappling, Women’s MMA & Self-Defense, Adult Grappling, and Adult Striking.
Beginner
Wrestling
Focus on fundamentals, safety, fun, and get in shape with our beginner wrestling training for K-5 youth and those new to the sport.
Advanced
Wrestling
Take your wrestling skills to the next level with our advanced wrestling training class for high school students as well as adults.
Youth
MMA
Our youth grappling classes are great for exercise and also teach kids important core values such as discipline, focus, and respect.
Adult
Grappling
Improve self-confidence by learning new self-defense skills and techniques you can apply in real life to keep you and your family safe.
Adult
Striking
Learn how to properly deliver a punch or kick or sharpen your striking skills in a controlled environment with friends and team members.
Rec League, AAU & USA Wrestling Club
Rowan Wrestling Academy is the only organization offering a Youth Wrestling Rec League in the Region. We also have an AAU team and are recognized as a USA wrestling club. Our facility is large enough to handle greater class sizes thereby increasing the level of competition during class sessions. In addition, our facility gives you access to advanced equipment and decorated instructors who are ready to help you take your skills to the next level regardless of your experience. Our facilities are great for elite athletes, but they’re also a huge asset to young people just getting started in their sports.
Youth Rec League + Year Round Training
AAU & USA Wrestling Teams & Events
Camps & School Programs
MMA Training for Youth and Adults
Rowan Wrestling Academy also offers MMA training including youth and adult grappling, as well as adult striking. Our grappling classes are a great place to build fitness, confidence, self-discipline, and more in a fun environment. Classes are for all ages, and skill levels. Whether you want to lose weight, get in shape for an upcoming event, or learn some self-defense techniques, we have a program that’s just right for you.
Youth & Adult MMA Training
Adult Striking Classes
Open Mat Sessions
Why Rowan Wrestling Academy
Rowan Wrestling Academy is an organization committed to developing the middle school and high school wrestling programs in Rowan County. Although we offer wrestling and MMA classes for adults, our primary focus is the youth in our community. We have a close relationship with many of the schools and coaches in the county and are working with them to develop young wrestlers and increase interest in the sport locally.
Additionally, we are the only organization with a recreational league in the region. We have a competitive AAU team and we are members of the USA Wrestling organization, the governing body for the sport of Wrestling in the US. Our instructors have a proven track record of success in the sport including all-state honors and professional experience. If you are interested in developing your skills in wrestling or MMA, don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have about our programs or how they can help you.
Pricing Plans
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Although we work closely with Rowan County schools and coaches, Our K-12 league and training programs are available to youth and adults inside or outside of the county.
Yes. Both boys and girls can absolutely participate in our wrestling and martial arts programs.
You will need to wear shorts with no pockets and a t-shirt for all programs. For wrestling training you should also bring your wrestling shoes.
K-5 kids will be in the Beginner Wrestling and Youth Jiu-Jitsu programs. 6-8 grade kids will be in the intermediate class and high schoolers and adults will be in the advanced wrestling and adult Grappling programs. There may be some younger kids that need to be in the advanced programs and some older kids that need to be in the beginner programs. We will make adjustments accordingly to ensure everyone is in the right place.