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WHO ARE WE?

  • We are a folkstyle/collegiate wrestling club for boys and girls ages 5 to 12 years.
  • We serve the Pierce County area.  
  • We are an entirely volunteer-run organization.
  • We participate and compete in the Pierce County Junior Wrestling League.

WELCOME

Welcome to the University Place Jr Vikings Wrestling Club!  UPJVW offers wrestling instruction, practice and competition opportunities to youths age 5 to 12.   Wrestling is a challenging sport – both physically and mentally.  UPJVW is a non-profit corporation.  Our mission is to educate boys and girls about the sport of wrestling to inspire sportsmanship, integrity, character, leadership and wrestling excellence.  We aim to foster an atmosphere of ethical conduct and respect while having fun.  

Our club is folkstyle (collegiate) wrestling and our season runs mid-October through mid-February. There is an option to wrestle off-season in freestyle and greco which will be communicated when available. Freestyle usually starts at the beginning March and runs into May.

We welcome you and your child to attend any practice to check things out.

ELIGIBILITY

UPJVW welcomes any child between the ages of 5 and 12 as of December 31.

REGISTRATION FEES

Registration is $150 for a single wrestler. Fees for additional wrestlers from the same family will be $125 each.

PRACTICE

Wrestlers must arrive on time and be ready for practice.  This includes being dressed appropriately and ready to listen and learn.  Appropriate attire is t-shirt, shorts, wrestling shoes and headgear.  It is in the wrestler’s best interest to attend as many practices as possible.  We learn new moves each practice and do a lot of conditioning.  Strong minds and strong bodies are key to wrestling success.

Wrestling shoes are not to be worn outdoors. You can purchase shoe covers, use oversized slides to slip on over their shoes, or have a change of shoes available.

COMPETITION

UPJVW is a member of the Pierce County Junior Wrestling League. PCJWL is a preparatory league and every attempt is made to mirror competitive conditions in high school. To achieve this, there is an official weigh-in at every League event and wrestlers will work toward a spot on the Junior Varsity/Varsity team.  See the Calendar page for details.

EQUIPMENT

You must provide the following equipment for your child - 

All Wrestlers:

  • Wrestling Shoes
  • Headgear
  • Mouthguard required for those with braces


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Want to participate in your local community? Become a  sponsor for UP Jr. Vikings Wrestling and support youth in your area.