20 years of Elite Wrestling Training!

Established in 2005, the South Sound Wrestling Camp is one of the longest-running annual youth wrestling camps in Washington. Originally held at Bethel High School, the camp relocated to Orting in 2010. Over the last 17 years, hundreds of state medalists and champions have had the opportunity to train with us, and some have even gone on to become college All-Americans and National Champions.

Our coaching staff, comprised of some of the best in the state and nation, includes many former campers who are passionate about giving back to the wrestling community. This five-day event is designed to develop your wrestling skills to the maximum by teaching proper techniques, training methods, and goal-setting for the sport. On Wednesday, there will be a round-robin competition, and we'll cover all aspects of wrestling, including takedowns, reversals, escapes, riding, and pinning. Emphasis will be placed on scoring from the top and escaping from the bottom.

Our camp staff also includes college coaches who will be available for a Q&A session open to parents and wrestlers. This is important to help prepare young student-athletes for success in both wrestling and life. The camp is designed for wrestlers of all ages and skill levels, and we have breakout sessions for girls' wrestling and big guy wrestling to cater to unique needs. We strive to make this the best commuter camp in the Northwest.

The full-day camp is intense, so we advise that you come in shape and ready to work hard. Our goal is to prepare wrestlers to learn, set goals, plan, and achieve success in the upcoming 2024-2025 season."

Eligibility
This camp is designed for all ages, grades k-12 and all levels from rookies to state champs.  Any wrestler male or female with the desire to improve their skill level should attend.  Groups are broken out based on age, size, and skill level.

COSTS

The first 25 campers registered will receive a discount

$255 per wrestler for full day participation (5 days)
(contact us via email if online registration isn't an option for your individual/team situation)

$150 per wrestler for half day participation (5 half-days)
(contact us via email if online registration isn't an option for your individual/team situation)

 $125 Housing fee if housing is requested

Housing must be discussed prior to registration
Housing will be provided by a local host family
We try to assign and put you in contact with your hosts prior to arrival. 

Contact the camp director if you need this sswcdirector@gmail.com
If you will be requesting housing please register as soon as possible and contact us via email to inform us of your needs.
(Housing availability is currently very limited, register ASAP)

REFUNDS
There are NO REFUNDS due to schedule conflicts, illnesses or injuries prior to or during camp.  If you must cancel for any reason you must do so at least 20 days prior to the camp start date in order to obtain a CREDIT (less finance fees) to attend future South Sound Wrestling Camp events (events are typically held each summer and each fall).  If you cancel with less than 20 days prior to the scheduled start date there will not be a credit provided.

HEALTH, INJURIES & INSURANCE
Injuries are a part of any sports camp.  All wrestlers attending are required to carry personal medical coverage during camp participation.  There will be a trainer on staff part time to assist with minor medical issues that arise during camp.  If you attend camp with an existing skin condition you must provide medical documentation at check-in that it is being treated and has been cleared as no longer contagious prior to our start date.  Any attempts to hide existing and or untreated skin conditions can cause you to be asked to not have direct contact with other wrestlers and equipment while attending the event.

WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP

For daily attendance, being housed, and evening activities

Daily check list:

• Great attitude and willingness to learn

• Wrestling Shoes

• Running Shoes

• Sack Lunch (provided by host family if being housed)

• Workout Gear (CLEANED DAILY: shorts, shirt, extra clean shirt, singlets optional)

• Water Bottle

• Notebook and pen/pencil (to write down techniques and goals)

Extra Items to bring if you are being housed with a host family:

• Sleeping bag, pad (optional) and pillow

• Shower supplies/personal toiletries

• Extra towel (2 if possible) for water slide and rafting trips

• Additional clean clothing to wear after camp hours each day

• Personal water bottle to use daily

• Additional small bag to take to and from camp daily

• Personal preferred snacks/drinks or specialized grocery items (optional, but recommended to lessen the burden on host families and allow your wrestler to still enjoy the things they like most when away from home.)

• Copy of Heath Insurance Card in case of emergency (recommended)

Round Robin - additional check list:

• Singlet (Optional), shirt and shorts is fine as well

• Wrestling Shoes

• Water Bottle

• Extra snacks (to stay fueled into the evening)