Check out the local MMA gyms - most clubs now have a wrestling coach with a freestyle background, and offer dedicated wrestling classes as part of their training schedule - as do many large bjj clubs now.
One to one coaching is fine, and some people find it very effective, but nothing beats club training when you're starting out.
As ltwtveteran says, wrestlers usually have a more demanding approach to physical conditioning than bjj coaches, but they're usually welcoming to anyone seriously looking to get into the sport.
Je suis d accord avec toi pour vraiment apprendre il vaut mieux aller dans un club même loisirs , un échauffement sert en faite a apprendre les bases et qui serviront ensuite à acquérir les technique du MMA grappling sans forcément devenir un champion et en 8 mois c est tout a fait possible
I’m interested in doing some formal training in freestyle wrestling. I never wrestled on a highschool or college team, so I have no idea how I’d be able to get into the scene at this point.
I’ve done BJJ classes super easily, there are gyms for that all around me, but I never see anything like that for freestyle wrestling.
Most people are sadly correct. There are not a ton of adult clubs out there, but there are some. Im not aware of ones in your state sadly. If you really want to start learning, or even to see if the training is for you then there is some travel needed. I know there are clubs in Philly, Columbus, New York, DC, Austin, San Diego, LA, Allentown, and Denver. People are talking of opening up a few more. so hopping to see those soon.
There are also clinics out there. My club has one this fall, there were ones in Denver, Paris, and Germany earlier this year. There is also the Sin City Classic every Janaury where they have clinics, open mat, and a small very friendly Competition.
The way i got started was going to the Sin City event, its pretty cheap and Vegas is a cool place to visit too. Its very begineer friendly. To the point my first year i had 0 freestyle experiance, and they taught me the rules and the basics to the point i was able to jump on the mat for the competition and still have a good time.
If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a DM
You’ll probably have a hard time finding anything organized for adults. There might be a club where you are but it would most likely focus on kids. You might see if someone in a jujitsu class was a former HS wrestler, as many of them were, and see if someone would work with you.
Freestyle/folkstyle wrestling is a highly specialized sport, as opposed to BJJ, which is very open. As such, you need to find a coach, whether from a local high school or local college, to train you one on one. The motivation and commitment will be much more intense than BJJ or judo. You will be expected to get into superlative physical condition, both on an aerobic level and a muscular level. In your case, you might approach the wrestling club down the street and ask if there is someone there who could train you. Good luck, man!
luttefrance (37)
7/17/2024 8:02 AMCheck out the local MMA gyms - most clubs now have a wrestling coach with a freestyle background, and offer dedicated wrestling classes as part of their training schedule - as do many large bjj clubs now.
One to one coaching is fine, and some people find it very effective, but nothing beats club training when you're starting out.
As ltwtveteran says, wrestlers usually have a more demanding approach to physical conditioning than bjj coaches, but they're usually welcoming to anyone seriously looking to get into the sport.
Good luck!
tyrom (16)
7/28/2024 10:08 AM(In reply to this)
Je suis d accord avec toi pour vraiment apprendre il vaut mieux aller dans un club même loisirs , un échauffement sert en faite a apprendre les bases et qui serviront ensuite à acquérir les technique du MMA grappling sans forcément devenir un champion et en 8 mois c est tout a fait possible
wrestlemee (11)
7/15/2024 1:56 PMI’m interested in doing some formal training in freestyle wrestling. I never wrestled on a highschool or college team, so I have no idea how I’d be able to get into the scene at this point.
I’ve done BJJ classes super easily, there are gyms for that all around me, but I never see anything like that for freestyle wrestling.
Would appreciate any advice on this
Yusufu (36 )
7/17/2024 3:00 PM(In reply to this)
Howdy, adult freestyle wrestling coach here!!!
Most people are sadly correct. There are not a ton of adult clubs out there, but there are some. Im not aware of ones in your state sadly. If you really want to start learning, or even to see if the training is for you then there is some travel needed. I know there are clubs in Philly, Columbus, New York, DC, Austin, San Diego, LA, Allentown, and Denver. People are talking of opening up a few more. so hopping to see those soon.
There are also clinics out there. My club has one this fall, there were ones in Denver, Paris, and Germany earlier this year. There is also the Sin City Classic every Janaury where they have clinics, open mat, and a small very friendly Competition.
The way i got started was going to the Sin City event, its pretty cheap and Vegas is a cool place to visit too. Its very begineer friendly. To the point my first year i had 0 freestyle experiance, and they taught me the rules and the basics to the point i was able to jump on the mat for the competition and still have a good time.
If you have any questions feel free to shoot me a DM
Columbus Wrestler (7)
7/16/2024 12:45 PM(In reply to this)
You’ll probably have a hard time finding anything organized for adults. There might be a club where you are but it would most likely focus on kids. You might see if someone in a jujitsu class was a former HS wrestler, as many of them were, and see if someone would work with you.
wrestlemee (11)
7/16/2024 1:51 PM(In reply to this)
Thanks for the advice. Yea there’s a wrestling club down the street from me and it’s specific to highschool/kids
ltwtveteran (21)
7/17/2024 6:48 AM(In reply to this)
Freestyle/folkstyle wrestling is a highly specialized sport, as opposed to BJJ, which is very open. As such, you need to find a coach, whether from a local high school or local college, to train you one on one. The motivation and commitment will be much more intense than BJJ or judo. You will be expected to get into superlative physical condition, both on an aerobic level and a muscular level. In your case, you might approach the wrestling club down the street and ask if there is someone there who could train you. Good luck, man!