Should I enter my kid into Nyack's wrestling program?
Wrestling is not for everyone and each family should do their own research before making a decision about whether this sport will be a good fit for their child. Having said that, the following article offers an interesting perspective that you may want to read...
Why you should encourage your kid to give wrestling a try.
What are the dates of the 2023-2024 season?
December 5 - February 29
When and where are practices?
Practices are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and will be taking place in Nyack High School's wrestling room. Practices are divided into two sessions. Athletes in grades 1-3 will have practice from 6:00-7:00 PM. Athletes in grades 4-6 practice from 7:00-8:00 PM. Both groups are expected to arrive early so they can suit up and be ready to go.
What are practices like?
Practice involves: Warm-up and stretching, drilling technique, live wrestling, and occasional games. The goal of practice is to develop wrestling fundamentals in an enjoyable atmosphere where all wrestlers can learn. Wrestlers are expected to listen and follow the coaches directives. Parents are encouraged to watch and learn (from outside the wrestling room), and we are always looking for volunteers who have a wrestling background or experience working with kids.
What can I do to help my child?
First and foremost, get them into the shower after practice. Though we do keep our mats clean, it's a good idea to wash up as soon as they get home. Second, support our mission. The goal of this club is to teach discipline, fitness and wrestling fundamentals. That means reminding your athlete to listen to the coaches so that we can keep everyone safe and engaged.
Does my wrestler need to wear a singlet?
Your wrestler only needs a singlet if he/she wants to compete at high level tournaments and even then, they are not required. Singlets are more comfortable to wear during matches which is why many collegiate athletes wear them. More and more high level wrestling organizations, though, are moving to two-piece uniforms.
Does my wrestler need wrestling shoes?
Wrestling shoes are recommended. For the beginning wrestler, until you are certain they will “stick it out,” clean socks can be worn (not the pair they've been wearing all day). We are beginning to build a Shoe Recycling Program where wrestlers can donate shoes that do not fit so we can equip other wrestlers. We do recommend buying large to last a young wrestler a couple seasons.
What should my wrestler wear to practice?
Other than the recommended wrestling shoes, we suggest gym shorts and a T-shirt for practice. Sweat pants are not great because they affect how a wrestler moves on the mat. Sweats can, however, be worn over shorts on the way to and from practice.
Do we need headgear?
At the elementary level, headgear is optional. As wrestlers become older, headgear may become more necessary. Many wrestlers start without headgear.
How do I know if practice is cancelled?
If the Nyack School District does not have school or school is closed due to inclement weather, emergencies, etc. we will not hold practice. We will communicate additional changes via email and social media.
Does my wrestler need to go to tournaments?
Your wrestler does not need to participate in tournaments. This is a wrestler’s and family decision. We do try to schedule scrimmages with other clubs, but these are generally what we call, "combined practices." Tournaments will be announced in season. We recommend the amount of competition your wrestler experiences be based upon their desire to compete… and not yours. Participating in tournaments can be a great experience and fun, but each wrestler is different, and a parent should monitor those factors closely. In short, if they do not enjoy live competition, be cautious. It is more important to learn wrestling fundamentals first, and then build a desire to compete as wrestlers mature.
What is a wrestling match?
An elementary wrestling match is usually 3, one-minute periods. The ultimate objective is to pin your opponent. A wrestler wins the match by scoring more points through 3 periods, or pinning his opponent at any point during the match.
How do you score a wrestling match?
A wrestling match has three periods, and each starts with wrestlers in basic starting positions:
• 1st Period: Both wrestlers start in a standing position called “neutral”.
• 2nd Period: A choice is gained by a coin toss, flip of a disc, or other means and the wrestler with the advantage may choose “neutral”, “down/bottom” position, or “up/top” position, or he/she may defer the choice to the other wrestler.
• 3rd period: Choice is given to the wrestler who has not yet chosen; either “neutral”, “down”, or “top” positions.
Basic Scoring:
• Takedown – (2 points) The scoring wrestler must take the other to the mat from a neutral position, and control him.
• Escape – (1 point) The scoring wrestler must move from a “controlled” position, to a “neutral” position.
• Reversal – (2 points) The scoring wrestler must move from a “controlled” position, to a “controlling” position.
• Near Fall – (2 or 3 points, also called “back points”) The scoring wrestler must hold the other wrestler so that both shoulder blades are within 4 inches of the mat, or one shoulder is on the mat and the other is within a 45-degree angle to the mat. If a near fall last for 2 seconds, you get 2 points; if it lasts for 5 seconds, you get 3 points.
Wrestling is not for everyone and each family should do their own research before making a decision about whether this sport will be a good fit for their child. Having said that, the following article offers an interesting perspective that you may want to read...
Why you should encourage your kid to give wrestling a try.
What are the dates of the 2023-2024 season?
December 5 - February 29
When and where are practices?
Practices are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and will be taking place in Nyack High School's wrestling room. Practices are divided into two sessions. Athletes in grades 1-3 will have practice from 6:00-7:00 PM. Athletes in grades 4-6 practice from 7:00-8:00 PM. Both groups are expected to arrive early so they can suit up and be ready to go.
What are practices like?
Practice involves: Warm-up and stretching, drilling technique, live wrestling, and occasional games. The goal of practice is to develop wrestling fundamentals in an enjoyable atmosphere where all wrestlers can learn. Wrestlers are expected to listen and follow the coaches directives. Parents are encouraged to watch and learn (from outside the wrestling room), and we are always looking for volunteers who have a wrestling background or experience working with kids.
What can I do to help my child?
First and foremost, get them into the shower after practice. Though we do keep our mats clean, it's a good idea to wash up as soon as they get home. Second, support our mission. The goal of this club is to teach discipline, fitness and wrestling fundamentals. That means reminding your athlete to listen to the coaches so that we can keep everyone safe and engaged.
Does my wrestler need to wear a singlet?
Your wrestler only needs a singlet if he/she wants to compete at high level tournaments and even then, they are not required. Singlets are more comfortable to wear during matches which is why many collegiate athletes wear them. More and more high level wrestling organizations, though, are moving to two-piece uniforms.
Does my wrestler need wrestling shoes?
Wrestling shoes are recommended. For the beginning wrestler, until you are certain they will “stick it out,” clean socks can be worn (not the pair they've been wearing all day). We are beginning to build a Shoe Recycling Program where wrestlers can donate shoes that do not fit so we can equip other wrestlers. We do recommend buying large to last a young wrestler a couple seasons.
What should my wrestler wear to practice?
Other than the recommended wrestling shoes, we suggest gym shorts and a T-shirt for practice. Sweat pants are not great because they affect how a wrestler moves on the mat. Sweats can, however, be worn over shorts on the way to and from practice.
Do we need headgear?
At the elementary level, headgear is optional. As wrestlers become older, headgear may become more necessary. Many wrestlers start without headgear.
How do I know if practice is cancelled?
If the Nyack School District does not have school or school is closed due to inclement weather, emergencies, etc. we will not hold practice. We will communicate additional changes via email and social media.
Does my wrestler need to go to tournaments?
Your wrestler does not need to participate in tournaments. This is a wrestler’s and family decision. We do try to schedule scrimmages with other clubs, but these are generally what we call, "combined practices." Tournaments will be announced in season. We recommend the amount of competition your wrestler experiences be based upon their desire to compete… and not yours. Participating in tournaments can be a great experience and fun, but each wrestler is different, and a parent should monitor those factors closely. In short, if they do not enjoy live competition, be cautious. It is more important to learn wrestling fundamentals first, and then build a desire to compete as wrestlers mature.
What is a wrestling match?
An elementary wrestling match is usually 3, one-minute periods. The ultimate objective is to pin your opponent. A wrestler wins the match by scoring more points through 3 periods, or pinning his opponent at any point during the match.
How do you score a wrestling match?
A wrestling match has three periods, and each starts with wrestlers in basic starting positions:
• 1st Period: Both wrestlers start in a standing position called “neutral”.
• 2nd Period: A choice is gained by a coin toss, flip of a disc, or other means and the wrestler with the advantage may choose “neutral”, “down/bottom” position, or “up/top” position, or he/she may defer the choice to the other wrestler.
• 3rd period: Choice is given to the wrestler who has not yet chosen; either “neutral”, “down”, or “top” positions.
Basic Scoring:
• Takedown – (2 points) The scoring wrestler must take the other to the mat from a neutral position, and control him.
• Escape – (1 point) The scoring wrestler must move from a “controlled” position, to a “neutral” position.
• Reversal – (2 points) The scoring wrestler must move from a “controlled” position, to a “controlling” position.
• Near Fall – (2 or 3 points, also called “back points”) The scoring wrestler must hold the other wrestler so that both shoulder blades are within 4 inches of the mat, or one shoulder is on the mat and the other is within a 45-degree angle to the mat. If a near fall last for 2 seconds, you get 2 points; if it lasts for 5 seconds, you get 3 points.