• Who is the Homestead Youth Wrestling Club for?

    Our program is designed for K–8th grade students in the Mequon-Thiensville community. We welcome boys and girls of all experience levels, including children who have never wrestled before.

    Does my child need previous wrestling experience?

    Absolutely not. Many of our wrestlers will be new to the sport. We will teach wrestling from the ground up, emphasizing the fundamentals and creating an environment where beginners can learn, improve, and have fun.

    Is this a competitive wrestling program?

    We want our wrestlers to experience success, but winning is not the primary measure of success.

    Our focus is on teaching the fundamentals, developing confidence, and helping each wrestler improve. Competition will be introduced in a way that is appropriate for the athlete's age and experience.

    As our wrestlers develop, those who want to pursue wrestling at a higher competitive level will have a strong foundation on which to build.

  • When and where are practices?

    Practice dates, times, and location will be posted on the club website before registration opens.

    The season is expected to run approximately 17 weeks, from late November through March.

    How long are practices?

    Practices will be approximately 90 minutes for 5-8th and 60 minutes for K-4th

    What will my child do at practice?

    Practices will be structured, active, and age-appropriate. A typical practice will include:

    • Warm-up and movement

    • Wrestling stance and motion

    • Fundamental wrestling positions

    • Takedowns and takedown defense

    • Drilling and skill development

    • Age-appropriate live wrestling

    • Games and activities designed to make learning wrestling fun

    Our goal is for children to leave practice feeling like they learned something, worked hard, and had fun.

    Will beginners and experienced wrestlers practice together?

    Yes. Wrestlers will generally train together while coaches provide instruction and drills appropriate to each athlete's experience and ability.

    We believe experienced wrestlers can help beginners learn, while beginners bring energy and enthusiasm that benefits the entire group.

  • What should my child bring to practice?

    Wrestlers should generally bring:

    • Athletic clothing appropriate for wrestling (t-shirt, athletic shorts without pockets)

    • Wrestling shoes

    • Water bottle

    • Headgear, if they have their own

    • Mouthguard, if they have braces

    Specific equipment requirements will be provided to families before the season begins.

    Does the club provide a singlet?

    Yes. The club plans to maintain a supply of club-owned singlets that wrestlers can use for tournaments.

    This is intended to reduce the cost and commitment for families who are new to wrestling and may only participate in a few competitions during their first season.

    Singlets will be returned to the club after each tournament.

    Does my child need wrestling shoes?

    Wrestling shoes are recommended and will be required for competition. Additional information about appropriate wrestling shoes will be provided to families.

    Does my child need headgear?

    Headgear is strongly recommended for wrestling and required for the WWF state folkstyle series.

    The club expects to have loaner headgear available to help new families get started. Families may also choose to purchase their own headgear for regular use.

  • How much does the program cost?

    Official registration fees will be announced when winter registration opens

    We are intentionally working to keep the program accessible to families while providing a quality experience for our athletes.

    What does the registration fee include?

    The registration fee is expected to include:

    • Approximately 17 weeks of instruction

    • Coaching from trained and certified coaches

    • Practice facility costs

    • Club-owned tournament singlet

    • Basic program equipment and supplies

    • Participation in club activities and events

    • Jr Highlander Wrestling Gear (shirt and shorts) 

    Additional costs, such as USA Wrestling membership, wrestling shoes, and individual tournament entry fees, may apply.

    Are tournament fees included?

    Individual tournament entry fees are not included in the club registration fee.

    Most local tournaments are expected to cost approximately $20–$30 per wrestler to register, although fees can vary by tournament.

    Most local tournaments can be found at www.usabracketing.com or www.trackwrestling.com.

    Families will receive information about recommended tournaments and registration deadlines throughout the season. Coaches will also help families understand which tournaments are appropriate for their child's age and experience.

  • What is the USA Wrestling membership?

    All wrestlers will be required to have a USA Wrestling athlete membership before participating in the program.

    The membership is purchased separately by the parent/guardian and provides secondary insurance coverage as well as access to USA Wrestling's sanctioned events and programs.

    USA Wrestling membership:
    www.usawmembership.com

  • How are the coaches trained?

    Our coaching staff will be expected to complete USA Wrestling Copper or Bronze certification as well as CPR certification.

    We believe qualified coaches and a safe environment are essential to building a successful youth program.

    How does the club approach safety?

    Safety is one of our highest priorities.

    Coaches will emphasize:

    • Proper technique

    • Controlled drilling

    • Age-appropriate instruction

    • Safe wrestling positions

    • Appropriate progression into live wrestling

    • Sportsmanship and respect

    We want children to learn how to wrestle hard while understanding how to wrestle safely.