RAVENS WRESTLING
Four Wrestling Seasons
2026- FALL FOLKSTYLE 9/7 -11/11
FALL FOLKSTYLE for Middle School & High School wrestlers.
This is the best preparation for wrestlers looking to get a jump on their competition, for the coming school wrestling seasons and/or prep for pre-season National tournaments.
Up-tempo practices focusing on technique, drilling, & live wrestling led by experienced & award-winning Coach Malsberry, who is back with the Ravens Wrestling Club for his 6th Fall Session.
Joining Coach Malsberry in 2026 will be Coach Mark Ryder, another successful former high school Coach (Everett HS).
NOVICE KIDS: START TBD
Youth wrestlers have fun learning the fundamentals in a safe & supportive environment while also enjoying the camaraderie of a competitive team. Youngsters develop athleticism and strength while also gaining confidence, toughness, & resilience.
+NOVICE: boys & girls 5-14 who are new to wrestling OR have less than 2 yrs exp.
October to January-- Dates TBA
+ADVANCED: boys & girls w/ 2 yrs+ exp
October to February-- Dates TBA
SPRING FR/GR: MAR 3 - MAY 3
This is a premier competition team.
High-flying fun for middle school & high school wrestlers! Tilts, turns, and suplexes in the International styles of Freestyle & Greco-Roman.
3 practices a week: Mon/Wed/Thr 6-8p,
Saturday tournaments culminate in the State tournament. State placers can qualify to represent Washington State on National Dual Meet teams and/or the Nationals tournament in Fargo!
THIS SESSION FILLS-UP & CLOSES FAST
MEMBERS: SUMMER: JUNE - JULY
Summer is a time for improvement.
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National Prep sessions
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Camps & Clinics
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Open Mats to roll w/ friends.
The 2026 Fall Folkstyle Wrestling season is a 6-week session for experienced middle school & high school wrestlers who want to get ready for their school seasons.
Optionally, some Individuals use the up-tempo training as preparation to travel & compete in large national tournaments (TBA) in October & November.
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WHO: Middle School & High School Wrestlers
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DATES: September 7 to November 11 (6 weeks)
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PRACTICE DAYS/TIME: 3 Days/Week 7pm - 8:30pm
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COST: $75 per family - session fee. ($120 if outside of the LWSD)
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LOCATION: Juanita High School [video]
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USA WRESTLING MEMBERSHIP CARD REQUIRED PRIOR TO PRACTICE
PURCHASE CARD HERE: https://www.usawmembership.com/login
There are 4 types of memberships. Most wrestlers will only need "Limited Folkstyle"-
Fall Folkstyle Club Session requires (minimum) Limited Folkstyle membership ($20)
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Can be easily converted to a Full Athlete membership for Spring Freestyle/Greco-Roman, at a later date.
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All USA WRESTLING memberships expire on August 31st each year. Please purchase your new membership prior to enrolling.
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NOTE: For athletes 18 years of age OR turning 18 prior to August 31st of 2026, will need to complete a Safe Sports Certification course to be eligible to purchase a USA Wrestling Card. The online course takes approximately 2 hours.
Safe Sport training, developed by the U.S. Center for SafeSport, is an educational program designed to prevent and respond to misconduct and abuse in sports by teaching participants to recognize, prevent, and report sexual, emotional, and physical abuse. The program, which is required for many members of national governing bodies and sports organizations, includes core and refresher courses for adults and free resources for parents and youth athletes to promote a safe and positive sports environment. The online Safe Sports course is available inside the USA Wrestling Membership area.
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REGISTRATION OPEN NOW [CLICK]
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Fall Folkstyle
The Ravens Wrestling Club is excited to offer two separate groups for youth in the 2025-2026 Winter Kids Wrestling season.
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BEGINNER & NOVICE
A 4-month wrestling season, for beginner Boys & Girls ages 5 to 14, who have less than 2 years of experience & want to compete individually and as a member of a team!
+ SEASON: November 19 to February 2nd
+ PRACTICE DAYS/TIME: Monday & Wednesday, 6:15 -7:30 pm
+ COMPETITIONS: The Ravens Beginner/Novice group will compete as a Team in five tournaments (on Sundays), as part of the Western Washington Kids Wrestling League. (schedule to be handed out the first week).
+COST: $250, which includes membership in USA Wrestling--the national governing body for amateur wrestling in the United States, including the Olympics!
+ LOCATION: Juanita High School Mat Room in the upper field house
+ Parent involvement required.
Ravens Wrestling Club Novices belong to the Western Washington Youth Wrestling League (WWKWL) -- a group of 12 Northwest-area Youth Wrestling Clubs that host competitions specifically for beginning wrestlers, providing fair & balanced competition for those new to, & learning, the world's oldest and greatest sport.
STARTS NOVEMBER 19.
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VETERAN YOUTH
Ravens Wrestling Club is excited to add an additional session for advanced youth, ages 5 to 14 years old, who have graduated from the WWKWL, have 2 or more years of experience, and/or are middle school wrestlers.
+ SEASON: November 11th to February 22nd
+ PRACTICE DAYS/TIMES: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:15 - 7:45 pm
+ COST: $325, which includes membership in USA Wrestling--the national governing body for amateur wrestling in the United States, including the Olympics!
+ COMPETITIONS: One Tournament per month, culminating with the State Tournament in the Tacoma Dome. The tournament schedule will be handed out in the first week of practice.
+ NOTE: Wrestlers must attend practices regularly, focus on coaching instruction, and work well with teammates during 90-minute sessions to improve their skills. Fun is encouraged, but wrestlers who are unable to focus will be removed.
+ Participation in the Advanced group is at the discretion of the coaches and the wrestler's experience.
+ Registration for the Veteran session closes December 4th.
+ Parent involvement required.
STARTS NOVEMBER 11.
WHY WRESTLING?
Wrestling is the BEST sport for developing and increasing important physical attributes of:
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balance & coordination
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strength & power
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quickness & speed
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stamina & endurance
More importantly, wrestling helps develop important mental & emotional skills that will persist & help youngsters in all aspects of their life:
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dedication & commitment
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persistence
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resilience
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courage & bravery
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pride & humility
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Lastly, kids and families will enjoy the spirit of new friendships and community throughout the season!
A USA WRESTLING MEMBERSHIP CARD IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ANY PRACTICE.
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Get USA WRESTLING MEMBERSHIP HERE: https://www.usawmembership.com/clubs/2200132602/registration
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LIMITED FOLKSTYLE. There are 4 types of memberships. Beginner Kids will only need a "Limited Folkstyle" USA membership
The Ravens Wrestling Club pays for their Youth USA Memberships
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Kids Wrestling
Finding the Wrestling Room
Juanita HS: 10601 NE 132nd St, Kirkland, WA 98034 [Google Map]
