COLLEGE PARK'S
boneyard WRESTLING ACADEMY
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Frequently Asked Questions
* What does my athlete need to wrestle?
Athletes practice in shorts and tees. The only special required gear is a pair of wrestling shoes. You may purchase from any athletic store or online. A singlet is required for all competitions. You may purchase a Boneyard Singlet here for $60. Headgear is optional. All athletes are required to have an active USA Wrestling card to participate in practices and tournaments. You may register for, or update your registration, here.
* Who will my athlete wrestle?
At practice, athletes will be matched up by weight and experience level. Not all match-ups will be perfect, but our goal is to make sure each athlete is able to practice the skills that are taught in a safe way. At tournaments, athletes are divided by weight, experience level, and age to ensure the safest matches possible.
*Do I have to attend every practice?
While practice is not mandatory, it is highly recommended to attend as many practices as possible. Consistent practice will help your athlete improve their skills, both mentally and physically, much more quickly. We understand that things come up, but your athlete will progress faster with regular practice.
*Do I have to attend any tournament? Should I go to every tournament?
Tournaments are not mandatory. If you think your athlete is ready to compete against other wrestlers, talk to the coaches about registering for an upcoming tournament. If you think your athlete needs a little more practice before he or she competes, keep coming to practice and wait for tournaments til next season. You do not need to register for all of the tournaments that will be available in our area. Talk with the coaches about which ones might be the best fit for your athlete.
* Can my daughter wrestle?
YES! Youth wrestling is a co-ed sport. While we cannot guarantee that girls will only practice with girls, many tournaments are set up with girls only divisions.
*Does my athlete have to be zoned to College Park High School to attend Boneyard Wrestling Academy?
NO! All athletes are welcome in the Boneyard mat room.
*Will my athlete like wrestling?
The only way to find out is to try it! Come give us a shot and see what we're all about. We offer a free trial to anyone who is looking to try wrestling or to try Boneyard. We'd love to see you in the mat room!