Ages 5–13

Edge Kids Wrestling

Building champions from the ground up — technique, confidence, and most importantly a love for the sport.

Program Overview

Our Edge Kids Wrestling program is the foundation of Edge's athlete pipeline. Designed for boys and girls ages 3.5–12, these classes introduce young athletes to the core skills of wrestling through age–appropriate drills, games, and live wrestling.

We believe wrestling is one of the greatest sports for developing not just physical skills but life skills — discipline, resilience, and the ability to compete and lose with grace. Our coaches are trained in youth-specific pedagogy and create a safe, positive environment every session.

What Athletes Learn

  • Proper stance, footwork, and level changes
  • Fundamental takedowns: single-leg, double-leg, high crotch
  • Defensive positioning and sprawl mechanics
  • Mat awareness and injury prevention
  • Folkstyle rules and tournament experience
  • Sportsmanship, respect, and team culture

Training Environment

Edge Kids sessions are grouped by age and skill level. We maintain low coach-to-athlete ratios to ensure every kid gets quality instruction and attention. All practices take place on regulation wrestling mats in our Hoboken facility.

Competition Opportunities

Participation in tournaments is encouraged but never mandatory. We attend local and regional tournaments to provide age and skill-appropriate competition throughout the year.

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Parent Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What age can my child start?

Our Tots level starts at age 3.5, and the Edge Kids program runs through age 13. Sessions are grouped by age and skill level, so every kid trains with appropriate partners and coaching.

Does my child need any wrestling experience?

No. Levels 0 and 1 are built for first-timers — fun, fundamentals-focused classes that introduce movement, balance, and basic technique in a safe, positive environment.

What should my child bring to their first practice?

Athletic clothes and a water bottle. We have shoes you can borrow on your first day. Purchasing wrestling shoes and a mouthgaurd are recommended once your child decides to continue, and we're happy to point you to the right gear when the time comes.

Does my child have to compete in tournaments?

No. Tournament participation is encouraged but never mandatory. When families are ready, we attend local and regional events with age and skill-appropriate competition.

How does my child move up a level?

Athletes progress at their own pace — there's no timeline, only preparation. Coaches evaluate each wrestler's age, experience, and skill development and move them up when they're ready.

How do we try a class?

Register for a trial, check the practice schedule for your child's age group, and bring your athlete. We'll take it from there.

Start Your Journey

Come see what Edge is building. Bring your athlete.
We'll take it from there.