STMA YOUTH WRESTLING
Building lifelong champions
Welcome to St. Michael Albertville Youth Wrestling!
We’re excited to welcome your family to STMA Youth Wrestling, where young athletes learn the fundamentals of wrestling while building confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships.
Our program is designed to introduce kids to the sport of wrestling in a safe, positive, and encouraging environment. Whether your child is stepping on the mat for the very first time or already has wrestling experience, our coaches focus on helping every athlete grow at their own pace while building a championship mindset, a strong work ethic, and self-confidence, all while developing lifelong friendships.
PART I
- Learn basic wrestling skills and match format
- Practice technique, drilling, and live wrestling
- Runs from early November to winter break
PART II
- Builds on basic skills and adds new techniques
- More focus on competition and practice intensity
- Runs from after winter break to late February/early March
PART III
- For state tournament competitors
- Higher-intensity, more focused practices
- Runs during March
- K–6 practice together at the high school
SUMMER 2026
INTRODUCTION TO WRESTLING YOUTH CAMPS
Boys Youth Intro
A structured three-day camp offers warm-ups, technique work, live wrestling, and competitive games at STMA High School, coached by current high school wrestlers.
Girls Youth Intro
A girls-only three-day camp focused on the same fundamentals — warm-ups, technique, live wrestling, and competitive games — coached by experienced wrestlers in a supportive environment.
Tots Takedowns
A fun intro to wrestling, gymnastics, and games in our Tumbling Tots program. Sessions include a warm-up, basic wrestling skills and games led by high school wrestlers.
Why Choose STMA Youth Wrestling?
From the basics of stance and takedowns to the discipline of competition, our program gives every athlete the tools and confidence to succeed — on the mat and beyond.
FUNDAMENTAL WRESTLING SKILLS
Athletes learn proper techniques including stance, balance, takedowns, escapes, and mat awareness.
STRENGTH & ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT
Practices focus on coordination, agility, flexibility, and overall fitness in a fun, age-appropriate way.
CONFIDENCE & DISCIPLINE
Kids develop mental toughness, goal setting, and respect for teammates, coaches, and opponents.
COMPETITION OPPORTUNITIES
We offer team and individual opportunities for all ages and experience levels, from new to advanced. Wrestlers can participate in local youth tournaments if they choose, but competition is always optional. Our different teams also offer options for our wrestlers throughout the season.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
We create a welcoming environment where parents, athletes, and coaches support one another.
Who Can Join?
Our program is open to:
- Boys and girls Pre K–6th grade from St. Michael-Albertville District 885
- Beginners with no experience
- Returning wrestlers who want to improve their skills
- Kids interested in both recreational and competitive wrestling
Everyone is welcome — no prior wrestling experience required.
What Your Child Will Gain
By joining STMA Wrestling, athletes develop:
- Self-confidence
- Strong work ethic
- Sportsmanship
- Physical fitness
- Problem-solving skills
- Lasting friendships
Many of our wrestlers go on to compete in middle school and high school wrestling programs, but most importantly, they gain skills that help them succeed in life.
New to Wrestling?
If your child has never wrestled before, you’re in the right place. Youth wrestling is a safe, structured sport where kids are matched by age and weight class, so there’s no need to worry about your child competing against someone much bigger or older. Our program focuses on teaching the basics in a fun, encouraging environment — no experience necessary to sign up!
Check out the video below from 2x Olympic Champion John Smith explaining the basics of wrestling, then take a look at our parent presentation from the 2025-2026 season to learn more about what to expect.
YOUTH EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS
CALENDAR
Track all practice times, tournament schedules, and important announcements in one place. Check here regularly for the latest updates and event details.
