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Wrestling Camps/Clinics
 
 
 
 
 
US Camps and the Michigan Wrestling Camp have a proven track record, yet are probably the best-kept secret around in regards to being one of the best camp series in the country. Regardless of whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned veteran, we have a specific camp designed for you. We use teaching and training methods similar to the ones used at the National Cadet, Junior, and Senior levels. Our staff consists of Olympic Wrestling Heroes and USA National Team members who are in the midst of preparing themselves to make the next US Olympic Team, along with other national wrestling stars. Our expert coaching staff focuses on the latest and greatest wrestling techniques, tactics, and strategies that have proven to be the most effective skills in today’s game. These U.S. Olympic Training center athletes and other coaches will bring a unique advantage to the young kids that will attend our camps and clinics

 

Not just wrestling skills
 
Wrestling skills and knowledge are not the only focus of these camps. We will focus also on “leadership.” Teaching kids to take control of their careers and thus their wrestling destiny will be an added emphasis. We will focus on building character, self-discipline and commitment as well as teaching kids how to have fun with their training and competition.
 
Road To Glory
Our camp is very unique! Everyday our campers are able to enjoy and inspirational session, put on by the attending headliners. This is were we prepare them mentally to meet their opponent head-on. Not only in wrestling, but in life as well! Click here to watch our Road to Glory of the Week

 

Learn to:

--Develop successful techniques, tactics, and strategies

--Condition your body and mind to  ensure peak
  performance

--Set goals and use positive imagery

--Get so tough that nothing can rattle you

--Develop the proven winner’s edge

Family of Coaches
 
Sergei Beloglazov 
Rob Hermann
Justin Ruiz  
Kevin Bracken
Ivan Radnev Ivanov
Dan Russell
Terry Brands 
Kevin Jackson
Paul Schmidt
Kendall Cross
Clif Laughlin
Heath Sims
Lindsey Durlacher
Joe Lavalle
Brandon Slay
Mike Duroe  
Mo Lawal
Terry Steiner
Mike Ellsworth
Mark McGowen
Hugh Suenaga
Chris Feist
Patricia Miranda
Tim Vanni 
Steve Fraser
Pat O'Harra
Rob Vialpando
Dan Gable 
Vougar Orounjov
Joe Warre
Rulon Gardner
Chris Owens
Ron Wilson
Jim Gruenwald
Greg Randall
Bill Zadick
 
 
(Staff rotates every year to assure fresh, World Class technique)
 
Training Camps Offered:
 
Fall Camp Locations:
                 Boise, ID
 
Summer Camp Locations:
 
 
 

Camp Descriptions
The “BAD BOYS” Intensive Camp click for larger view
A “BAD BOY” is someone who is committed to becoming the best they can be. An individual who demonstrates both mental and physical toughness. Someone who is willing to pay the price for success. That is what the “Bad Boy” Intensive Camp is all about. This is the ultimate intensive wrestling camp. You will learn more high school style wrestling in this week than you could ever imagine. The week will culminate with every student having the opportunity to test his/her mental & physical toughness by wrestling in the famous “2 hour Bad Boy Grind Match.” It will be tough…It will be grueling…but it will also be the most exciting and fun time of your life. Yes, you can work hard and have fun doing it. We are going to show you how. Do it! Take the challenge! Become a “Bad Boy” of wrestling! Suggested ages: 13-18 years old.
 


The CHAMPION TECHNIQUE Camp
The Champion Technique Camp focuses on learning new high school style techniques in three specific areas of wrestling. These areas include takedowns, turns and pins, and escapes and reversals. Conditioning and training routines will be introduced but the main focus will be on learning techniques. The week will culminate with every student having the opportunity to test his/her mental & physical toughness by wrestling in the famous “1 hour grind match”. If you want to have fun and learn a lot of new wrestling techniques that work…come join us at this year’s Champion Technique Camp.
Suggested ages: Middle School & High School ages.
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The TEAM COMPETITION & TECHNIQUE Camp
 The Team Competition and Technique Camp will feature a team concept that will include wrestling dual meets or competitions daily, along with teaching high school technique. The High School or middle school coach can work right with the athletes he brings to camp. High School style wrestling technique will be taught each morning by a top clinician, followed by an afternoon of technique and/or competition, followed by an evening dual meet, open tournament, or critique session. This dual meet competition focus will allow for trial and error. Experimentation of real life match situations is a powerful way to advance ones skills. The week will culminate with every student having the opportunity to test his/her mental & physical toughness by wrestling in the famous “1 hour grind match.” Learning new techniques, getting a lot of match experience and building team unity will be the result. Your team will benefit greatly!
Note: All-star teams will be assembled for individual wrestlers who come without their team. Suggested ages: High School & Middle School.
 
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The “KIDZ” Camp
Parents and Coaches: The “KIDZ” Camp is designed to teach the fundamentals of wrestling. It will be a fun atmosphere that promotes learning a variety of techniques & skills. Young wrestlers will be divided into groups according to their size and wrestling experience. Having fun and learning to enjoy the act of wrestling will be the emphasis. Your wrestler will learn basic technique, tactics & strategy. An enhanced sense of self-confidence, self- discipline and self-motivation will be an added result. Good sportsmanship will also be emphasized. Parents/guardians/coaches are welcome to attend this camp with their child/student for special price which covers lodging & meals. All in all it promises to be a fun & exciting camp whether your child/student comes alone, with a friend or with you. Suggested ages: 5-11 years old (All experience levels are welcome
 
Available at:
     Marquette, MI l Pocatello, ID     


COACHES CLINIC
The Coaches Clinic will cover wrestling techniques, strategies & tactics, periodization strategies (conditioning & peaking), mental toughness training methods, teaching methods, motivational/attitude issues, and much, much more. Coaches will have an opportunity for round table discussion with the clinicians to address other issues as well. The Coaches Clinic will address many other coaching issues and will offer two credit hours for upgrades & coaches lane changes which are required for teacher re-certification & pay/benefit increases (available only at Pocatello, Idaho).
 

 

General Camp Information:

  1. Enrollment is limited. We encourage you to enroll as early as possible. Team members must apply together to receive the Team Discount.
  2. Female wrestlers are encouraged to attend any camp. Women’s wrestling in the US is growing each year, our Women’s US national Team were World Champions in 1999 and placed 2nd in the Athens Olympics.
  3. Two persons will be assigned to dorm rooms (where applicable). You may request a specific roommate at check-in. For commuter camps, local hotels are listed, offering discounted rates.
  4. Transportation is available to and from the local airport. (Pre-arrangement necessary).

Fee Includes: For campers staying on campus: tuition, all course content, training manuals and materials, lodging, meals, camp t-shirt (if enrolled by May 15), awards and other special activities. For commuters staying off campus, all of the above except for lodging and meals.

Registration Deadlines: To Reserve your spot entire fee must be received in full with application. Applications will be accepted through check-in on day one; please note the Before May 15th discount.
 
Cancellations: You may cancel for a full refund (less $100 non-refundable administrative fee) up to the first day of camp.

Discounts:

Coaches Free: Any coach that brings 10 or more wrestlers to any camp comes FREE

Team Discounts: Any team bringing 10 or more wrestlers each wrestler receives $25 off.

*Applications must be received together to receive the discount. If you are assembling a team, please notify us and we’ll hold those spots.

Confirmation:
No athlete will be accepted without valid health insurance. After your application has been received and processed, you will receive a letter of confirmation. Included with the letter will be a map of the campus to show location, time of registration, and all pertinent details. Please allow at least 3 weeks after your application has been mailed to receive your confirmation.
 
Supervision:
Camp participants will be supervised during all organized time and in the dormitory (where applicable). Wrestlers will be required to attend all assigned activities. We use every precaution to prevent accidents. We do not, however, assume the responsibility for medical, dental, or other expenses incurred as a result of accidents. Parents or legal guardians must sign and return the Disclaimer of Liability along with a completed application before an athlete will be accepted into the camp.
 

 


Staff Disclaimer:
 Many world-class clinicians dedicated to developing young people and their wrestling skills comprise our staff. Assigned number of staff may increase/decrease according to the number of participants.
Summer Camps Offered:
 
 
Summer Camp Locations: