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Only 3 Days Left to Register for the 2025 SFU West Coast Open!
The countdown is ON! There are only 3 days left to register for the 2025 SFU West Coast Open ( formerly SFU War on the Floor )! The registration deadline for the West Coast Open is December 11, 2025 by 11:59 pm . Tournament Details To open the technical package, please visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EXwZHzcwui9JRm0veddn6huCwDDMuiHG/view?usp=sharing This year’s event will take place December 13–14, 2025 at: Queen Elizabeth Secondary School 9457 King George Blvd,
Dec 8, 2025


Tonight - Free Upcoming Officials Clinic!
There's Still Time to Register! Interested in becoming a wrestling official? Want to get more involved in the sport? Join us for our FREE BCWA Officials Introduction Course tonight Monday, December 8th from 5:30–9:00 PM . This virtual course is perfect for individuals looking to begin their officiating pathway. Please note: All participants must hold a valid BCWA membership to attend. Register today! Or visit: https://2mev.com/#!/events/11086-bcwa-officials-beginner-course
Dec 8, 2025


Send in your Nomination for the 2025 Athlete, Coach, and Official of the Year Awards!
We are excited to announce that nominations are open for the 2025 BC Wrestling Athletes, Coaches, and Officials of the Year Awards ! BC has an incredible community of dedicated members—athletes pushing boundaries at the provincial, national, and international levels; coaches who invest countless hours into developing the next generation and molding not just athletes, but strong, well-rounded individuals; and officials and pairing masters who are present at every stage of com
Dec 5, 2025


This Saturday's Performance Development Practice is Cancelled (Dec 6th)
Friendly Notice to All Members This Saturday’s Performance Development practice ( December 6th ) is cancelled . We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you at our next session on December 20th at 9:00 AM in the SFU Education Building . About Performance Development Practices Practices are open to development, elite, and high-performance athletes . If you’re interested in attending, please contact BCWA Development Coaches Gurjot Kooner or Sukhan Chahal t
Dec 4, 2025


Register for the 2025 West Coast Open!
This is a friendly reminder to register for the 2025 SFU West Coast Open ( formerly SFU War on the Floor )! The registration deadline for the West Coast Open is December 11, 2025 by 11:59 pm . Tournament Details To open the technical package, please visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EXwZHzcwui9JRm0veddn6huCwDDMuiHG/view?usp=sharing This year’s event will take place December 13–14, 2025 at: Queen Elizabeth Secondary School 9457 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3V 5W4 R
Dec 3, 2025


Free Upcoming Officials Clinic!
Interested in becoming a wrestling official? Want to get more involved in the sport? Join us for our FREE BCWA Officials Introduction Course on Monday, December 8th from 5:30–9:00 PM . This virtual course is perfect for individuals looking to begin their officiating pathway. Please note: All participants must hold a valid BCWA membership to attend. Register today! Or visit: https://2mev.com/#!/events/11086-bcwa-officials-beginner-course Supplementary materials and addition
Dec 2, 2025


Tomorrow - Performance Development Practice
This is a friendly reminder of tomorrow's Performance Development Practice, Saturday November 29th at 9am at the SFU Education Building Gym! Practices are open to development, elite, and high-performance athletes. If interested in attending, please contact BCWA development coaches Gurjot Kooner and Sukhan Chahal to confirm athlete skill level and experience. Practices will be at 9am-11am on Saturdays in the SFU Education Building ( see reference map here ). Practices are ope
Nov 28, 2025


BCWA Townhall Tomorrow!
Tomorrow, November 25 at 7:00 PM, our BCWA Virtual Townhall is taking place, and you’re invited! We’ll be reviewing and discussing the new Officials Policy, and we’d love for you to join the conversation. Officials Townhall Meeting Details Date: November 25, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM (Vancouver) Host: Shane de Rooy Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89883136404?pwd=MraqjueoSfDaSVClJfIOTRq2QXvvcU.1 Meeting ID: 898 8313 6404 Passcode: 782583 One-tap mobile: +13017158592,,89883136404
Nov 24, 2025


Reminder - Upcoming Town hall
BCWA is excited to invite all officials and members to a town hall where we’ll review and chat about the new Officials Policy. We’d love for you to join the conversation! Officials Town hall Meeting Date : November 25, 2025 Time : 7:00 PM (Vancouver) Host: Shane de Rooy Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89883136404?pwd=MraqjueoSfDaSVClJfIOTRq2QXvvcU.1 Meeting ID: 898 8313 6404 Passcode: 782583 One tap mobile +13017158592,,89883136404#,,,,*782583# US (Washington DC)...
Nov 19, 2025


Prince George Wrestling Camp - FREE - This Weekend!
Get ready, Prince George wrestlers! Two full days of action-packed training are coming your way, and this time camp fees have been waived — 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 BC Team Coach Sukhan Chahal and Dennis McCarthy . Come on out and take advantage of this perfect opportunity to sharpen your technique, try new drills, and take your wrestling to the next
Nov 19, 2025


Okanagan Wrestling Camp - This Weekend!
Don’t miss two full days of high-quality training and development in beautiful Kelowna this weekend! 📅 November 22 & 23, 2025 📍 Toshido MMA – 165 Hwy 33 E, Kelowna, BC V1X 2A1 Ages: 12+ Camp Fee: $25 Membership: Active BCWA membership required Registration: https://2mev.com/#!/events/10999-bcwa-development-camp-okanagan Schedule Saturday, Nov 22 • 1:00–3:00 PM – Technique & Situational Drilling • 4:00–6:00 PM – Situations & Live Wrestling Sunday, Nov 23 • 9:00–11:00 AM - Te
Nov 18, 2025


Upcoming BCWA Town Hall Meeting
BCWA is excited to invite all officials and members to a town hall where we’ll review and chat about the new Officials Policy. We’d love for you to join the conversation! Officials Town hall Meeting Date : November 25, 2025 Time : 7:00 PM (Vancouver) Host: Shane de Rooy Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89883136404?pwd=MraqjueoSfDaSVClJfIOTRq2QXvvcU.1 Meeting ID: 898 8313 6404 Passcode: 782583 One tap mobile +13017158592,,89883136404#,,,,*782583# US (Washington DC)...
Nov 15, 2025


Two Upcoming Wrestling Camps Next Weekend - Prince George & Okanagan
We have two exciting wrestling camps coming up next weekend! Hosted in both Kelowna and Prince George, these camps offer a great opportunity for skill development, growth, and connection within the wrestling community. Whether you're looking to sharpen your technique or get in some quality training, we hope to see you on the mats! Okanagan Wrestling Camp 📅 November 22 & 23, 2025 📍 Toshido MMA – 165 Hwy 33 E, Kelowna, BC V1X 2A1 Ages : 12+ Camp Fee: $25 Membership : Active
Nov 15, 2025


Tomorrow! Performance Development Practice
* Formerly known as Provincial Development Practices Come on out to the second Performance Development Practice of the season tomorrow - Saturday November 15th at 9am at the SFU Education Building Gym! These sessions were previously called BCWA Provincial Practices. We’ve updated the name to better reflect the training and development focus, and because we are working to expand provincial development opportunities across the province to make access easier for members who may
Nov 14, 2025


2025 West Coast Open - Technical Package and Registration Now Available!
The 2025 SFU West Coast Open ( formerly SFU War on the Floor ) Technical Package and registration portal are now live! Tournament Details To open the technical package, please visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EXwZHzcwui9JRm0veddn6huCwDDMuiHG/view?usp=sharing This year’s event will take place December 13–14, 2025 at: Queen Elizabeth Secondary School 9457 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3V 5W4 Registration: To register, please visit: https://2mev.com/#!/events/2025-Wes
Nov 14, 2025


19th Annual Miri Piri Championship
You are invited to the 19th Annual Miri Piri Wrestling Championship! Step onto the mats where young athletes grow, confidence builds, and the wrestling community comes together - where legacy, competition, and community collide. For all tournament information, please review the tournament flyer below: Tournament Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MWMHNjTKIeCACXOijp2GXB_tvhj3CrEZ/view?usp=sharing Registration Link: https://2mev.com/#!/events/19th-miri-piri-wrestling-champ
Nov 13, 2025


BCWA Provincial Practice Start This Saturday!
Come on out to the first BCWA Provincial Practice of the season this Saturday November 8th at 9am at the SFU Education Building Gym! Practices are open to development, elite, and high-performance athletes. If interested in attending, please contact BCWA development coaches Gurjot Kooner and Sukhan Chahal to confirm athlete skill level and experience. Practices will be at 9am-11am on Saturdays in the SFU Education Building ( see reference map here ). PRACTICE DATES: Novemb
Nov 6, 2025


Nominate a Female Leader in Sport for the In Her Footsteps and Bobbie Steen Award!
In our province and in wrestling, we’re very lucky to have so many strong, inspiring, and dedicated women who make a difference every day — whether on the mat, behind the scenes, or in the community. 💪 This is your chance to recognize their impact by nominating them for one of the Sport BC and BC Women in Sport awards: 🏆 In Her Footsteps Award 🏆 Bobbie Steen Legacy Foundation Award Do you know a coach, official, drawmaster, athletic director, volunteer, mentor, or leade
Oct 20, 2025


BCWA Welcomes New Executive Director, Shane de Rooy
The BC Wrestling Association is excited to welcome Shane de Rooy as our new Executive Director! Shane joins BCWA with over a decade of sport-sector leadership, including experience guiding multiple Provincial Sport Organizations through growth and innovation. Most recently, he served as Executive Director for Ski Nova Scotia, Snowboard Nova Scotia, and Freestyle Nova Scotia, where he strengthened governance, partnerships, and athlete development pathways. A former high-perfor
Oct 14, 2025


This Friday! Burnaby Mountain Wrestling Club Presents - The Legacy Gala
Join the Burnaby Mountain Wrestling Club this Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Bombay Banquet Hall in Surrey for The Legacy Gala — an unforgettable evening celebrating Canadian athletic excellence and supporting the champions of tomorrow. The event will feature inspiring moments, great company, and an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Attire is formal to semi-formal. The gala will feature an inspiring lineup of athletes, including: - BC Wrestling Olympians and Internation
Oct 8, 2025
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