Photo above by Tyler Falk-Chalmers New rules, same great wrestling! BC Wrestling has introduced updated Youth Competition Rules, aligned with the WCL Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Model, to establish consistent provincial standards and support safe, positive and developmentally appropriate competition for our youngest athletes. Or visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J4ppIYnQ17DW9wqNIezFtUyWFQpspeHt/view?usp=sharing These rules will be in effect for the Primary divi

Two camps. Two corners of the province. One phenomenal wrestling community! In spite of torrential downpours, cancelled ferries, highway closures, and high winds, two incredible BCWA development camps took place this past weekend! Athletes from across the province braved the elements, made the trip, and showed up ready to get to work on the mats. A huge shoutout to our clinicians for sharing their knowledge, experience, and passion for the sport: Cowichan x BCWA - Nick Zuback

CALLING ALL BC ATHLETES! Looking to sharpen your skills, learn something new, and get inspired? Join us this Saturday, November 14, for a Performance Development Practice hosted by BCWA Development Coaches Sukhan Chahal and Gurjot Kooner! Hit the mats at 8:00 AM in the SFU Wrestling Room, then stick around for the SFU Red Leafs Open! It's the perfect opportunity to learn both on and off the mats: develop your skills alongside BCWA coaches in the morning, then watch some of th

Athletes are often recognized for their accomplishments on the mat, but behind every wrestling competition is a dedicated team of officials who make it all possible. Their work requires years of training, experience, commitment, and countless hours of service to the sport. We would like to take to recognize Demetra Koutsopodiotis, for representing Canada on the world stage at the 2026 Senior World Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan! Demetra joined fellow Canadian officials

Just a friendly reminder that registration for the Vancouver Island and Prince George X BCWA Wrestling Camps closes tomorrow night! Both camps are free to attend with a valid BCWA membership. Be sure to register before the deadline to secure your spot!We would also like to give friendly notice that the Okanagan Indian Band Wrestling camp has been rescheduled to the weekend of November 28-29th (see more information posted below). We look forward to seeing you on the mat! Islan

Register Now and Save - Earlybird Deadline Wednesday Nov 11th We are so excited as the the Red Leafs Open is fast approaching! We wanted to inform everyone that a few minor updates have been made to the technical package and schedule. Key updates include: A 2kg Weight Allowance has been added (Weightclasses remain the same, and follows U Sports weightclass distributions) Updated Weigh-In Time (7:30-8:30am): Please note the 15-minute adjustment to the weigh-in schedule. This c

Register Now and Save - Earlybird Deadline Wednesday Nov 11th You're invited to the 2026 Red Leafs Open! The Red Leafs Open is an annual wrestling tournament hosted by Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Burnaby, British Columbia. It brings together university, club, and high performance wrestlers to compete against athletes from other programs in a competitive tournament setting! Date: Saturday November 14, 2026 Location: Simon Fraser University | West Gym 8888 University Driv

THREE CAMPS. ONE WEEKEND. ALL ACROSS BC! Three wrestling camps are happening across the province this weekend! Whether you're looking to learn, develop your skills, or get some extra time on the mat, there's something happening near you! We'd love to see you out on the mat! Check out the details below to find a camp near you. Island x BCWA Wrestling Camp Dates: Nov 7 and 8 Location: Queen Margaret's School (QMS) 660 Brownsey Ave, Duncan, BC V9L 1C2, Canada Cost: FREE with BCW

To the wrestling community, please take note of this important notice from Wrestling Canada Lutte Sport Integrity Canada is pleased to share the 2027 Canadian Anti-Doping Program (CADP) with the Canadian sport community. The 2027 CADP will come into effect on January 1, 2027, ensuring the program’s ongoing compliance with the World Anti-Doping Code (Code). Canadian national sport organizations must formally adopt the 2027 CADP by December 31, 2026, as a condition of Sport Can

This is a friendly reminder that the deadline to register for this Saturdays Community Coaching NCCP course is tomorrow night (Friday, October 30th by midnight)! Event information: Community Coach - Kids Wrestling Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: SFU Wrestling Room Cost: $90 Registration Please note that two registrations are required to attend this course and have it properly recorded as completed in the Locker: Register through the Locker –

Get your tickets for Victory Vault, Sport BC's exciting 50/50 raffle, before ticket sales close at midnight tomorrow night! ✅ Guaranteed $10,000 50/50 jackpot, which means a minimum prize of $5,000 ✅ Every ticket helps support amateur sport and active communities across British Columbia ✅ When you purchase a ticket, you’re helping put more resources back into the sport we all love - and its impact is felt all the way from grassroots up to the international stage. Whether you'

You're invited to the 2026 Red Leafs Open! You're invited to the 2026 Red Leafs Open! The Red Leafs Open is an annual wrestling tournament hosted by Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Burnaby, British Columbia. It brings together university, club, and high performance wrestlers to compete against athletes from other programs in a competitive tournament setting! Date: Saturday November 14, 2026 Location: Simon Fraser University | West Gym 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC To o

The BC Wrestling Association Officials Development Committee is inviting National and Level 1 officials interested in officiating at upcoming ODC National Control Events (including the SFU Red Leafs Open Nov 14 at SFU, and the Western Canada Age Class Championships Jan 15-17 in Langley) to complete the Officials Interest Form linked below to indicate interest. These are National Control Events so if you are looking to upgrade or for an evaluation, both events would be a great

ADULT REC WRESTLING | SFU | REGISTRATION OPEN Looking to try something new, build your fitness, or get back on the mats? Join Adult Rec Wrestling at Simon Fraser University! Coached by Cruz Velasquez, SFU Varsity NCAA Wrestling alumnus, 79 kg Senior National Bronze Medalist, three-time Washington State placer, and Tahoma Wrestling Hall of Fame member as part of the 2012 State Championship Team. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced wrestler, this program offers

We’re excited to share the upcoming Okanagan Indian Band Wrestling Camp, hosted in partnership with the Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council (I·SPARC) and BCWA! This free, two-day camp welcomes Indigenous youth ages 8–18 to get on the mats, learn wrestling, develop new skills, and participate in a fun and supportive sport environment! EVENT DETAILS Location: OKIB Cultural Immersion School Gymnasium, 11555 Westside Road, Vernon, BC Dates: November 7–8, 2026

This Monday night - the first of a series of special freestyle wrestling clinics will be hosted by Peiman Biabani at the Simon Fraser University wrestling room! Learn from Peiman Biabani: Silver 2026 Pan-American Championships 5th 2025 World Championships Bronze 2025 Pan-American Championships Silver 2024 Pan-American Championships Bronze 2019 Asian Championships Gold 2016 Junior World Championships Head Coach of the Junior Red Leafs Wrestling Team, and a 2026 CAN Fund supp

Register now for the Island X BCWA Regional Development wrestling camp taking place November 7–8, 2026! Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills, learn from experienced coaches, and connect with fellow wrestlers from across the region, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Location: Queen Margaret's School (QMS) 660 Brownsey Ave, Duncan, BC V9L 1C2, Canada Schedule: Saturday Nov 7 Session 1: 12:30 - 2:15PM Session 2: 3:00 - 5:00pm Sunday Nov 8 Session 3: 12:30 -

LAST CALL: HERIZON REGISTRATION CLOSES TONIGHT! This is your last chance to register for Herizon this weekend at SFU Burnaby! Join us October 16–18 for a weekend of wrestling, leadership, learning, and connection with an incredible group of women and girls in sport. To register, visit: https://2mev.com/#!/events/Herizon_2026 A few important reminders for campers: - Registration deadline: Tonight! Be sure to register before the deadline. - Lunch: Please pack your own lunch for

Get ready wrestlers! Two full days of action-packed training are coming your way and, — it’s completely FREE with BCWA Membership! Join us for an incredible weekend of skill-building, growth, and high-quality wrestling sessions, all led by Dennis McCarthy (Prince George Wrestling Club Head Coach and Sport BC Community Sport Hero) and Gurjot Kooner (BCWA Men's Junior Development Coach). Come on out and take advantage of this perfect opportunity to sharpen your technique, try n

🎰 VEGAS, BABY! THE WORLD STAGE IS CALLING! The 2026 U23 World Championships are underway in Las Vegas, and Team Canada is ready to hit the mats! We’re putting our money on hard work, heart, and Canadian grit as we cheer on our BC athletes representing Canada on the world stage! WOMEN’S TEAM • 50 kg | Madison Mackenzie — Burnaby Mountain Wrestling Club | Chestermere, AB • 55 kg | Madisyn Grof — Coast RTC | Maple Ridge, BC • 59 kg | Ella Finding — Coast RTC | Port Moody, BC •