Our mission is to promote excellence in wrestling and to positively influence the lives of kids in the Wayzata School District and surrounding communities. We are dedicated to having our kids develop a true commitment to wrestling by providing them with an enjoyable, team-oriented experience.  We emphasize the importance of technique, sportsmanship, physical conditioning, work ethic, goal setting, competitive spirit, and self-discipline.

Our Goals and Objectives:

• Provide a fun, safe environment for the kids
• Teach the fundamentals of wrestling with great coaching
• Provide a structure for the kids to become successful at wrestling and in life

We’re excited to welcome new and returning athletes to the Wayzata Youth Wrestling program! Our goal is to build strong, confident wrestlers by offering age-appropriate training options designed to match each athlete's experience level and commitment. Choose the right path for your child from our three practice options below:

Tiny Tusslers (Ages 5–7)

Practice: 1 day/week

This introductory program is perfect for our youngest wrestlers. Athletes will be introduced to the sport in a fun, supportive environment while learning basic foundational wrestling techniques. Practices also emphasize body awareness, speed, and agility to help build athletic skills that transfer across sports.

Wayzata Youth “House” Program (Ages 7+)

Practice: 2 days/week

Designed for athletes new to wrestling or still developing their foundational skills, the House Program focuses on core techniques while keeping practices fun and engaging. Wrestlers may participate in local events, but competition is optional. This is a great option for athletes looking to build confidence and enjoy the sport in a positive team setting.  Perfect for busy families that want their athlete to participate in the sport, but cannot attend many weekend events. Families may start in-house and transfer to Travel Team practice as the season progresses. 

Travel Wrestling Team (Ages 9+, by coach invitation or tryout)

Practice/competition: 3–4 days/week

For athletes ready to take wrestling to the next level, the Travel Team offers advanced training with an emphasis on competition preparation. Wrestlers will continue developing technique and strategy with the expectation to compete in local, State, and National Tournaments, including state qualifying events and the MNUSA Wrestling State Tournament. Tournament participation is required and may include multiple events per month.

Join us on the mat this season and become part of the Wayzata wrestling tradition!

Questions? Contact us at info@wayzatawrestling.com

Save the Date for this summer's wrestling clinic featuring SDSU NCAA National Qualifier Cael Swensen for an excellent training opportunity at Wayzata High School, July 31-Aug 1, 2025.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. CAMP IS FULL. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE REACH OUT TO COACH SWENSEN.

 eric.swensen@wayzataschools.org