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Save the Date - SFU X BCWA Summer Wrestling Camp
SAVE THE DATE 🗓️ SFU x BCWA Summer Wrestling Camp 📅 July 10–12 📍 SFU Wrestling (Combatives Room) Train in a high-performance environment and prepare for the BC Summer Games alongside SFU and National Team athletes and coaches, with integrated sport psychology and strength & conditioning sessions. Built in BC. Ready for anywhere. Full details and registration link coming soon. Photo by Tyler Falk-Chalmers: https://www.tfalkchalmers.ca/Events/BCWA2026 Video made with Canva,
Apr 28
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Board Orientation & Information Presentation
Photo by Tyler Falk-Chalmers: https://www.tfalkchalmers.ca/Events/BCWA2026 BCWA is seeking nominations from individuals who can contribute to a strong, effective, and representative Board of Directors. Want to learn more about our board and what would be involved in the role? Attend our upcoming Board Orientation Presentation on May 12th at 7pm online: Or visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89983141452?pwd=DQiHpaa63McgY5fi9gDGbM6wn00sbc.1 Call for Board of Directors Nominations
Apr 28
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Strong Bodies, Strong Leaders - Wrestling Based Physical Literacy Summer Camp!
Register Now for the Strong Bodies, Strong Leaders: Wrestling and Physical Literacy Summer Camp! In partnership with BC Wrestling, Collingwood Summer Camps is offering a wrestling based physical literacy weeklong grassroots camp this summer! Everyone deserves to feel strong, capable, and confident in their own body - even if they’ve never stepped on a mat before. Spots are limited - come move, learn, and lead this summer: https://www.collingwood.org/community/camps Strong Bod
Apr 25
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Friendly Reminder to Register for BCWA Sanction and Event Registration for Cadet/Junior/Senior National Championships
This is a friendly reminder to register for BCWA sanctioning and event registration for the upcoming Cadet, Junior, and Senior Wrestling Canada Lutte National Championships in Montreal, Quebec (May 28-30, 2026). Registration Deadlines: BCWA Sanctioning deadline May 1st, 2026 WCL Event Registration: Early Bird deadline at reduced cost May 1st, 2026 by 4:59 ET (1:59PM PST Vancouver Time) Standard Registration until May 8th, 2026 by 4:59pm ET (1:59PM Vancouver Time) Last chance
Apr 24
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Mat Warriors - Wrestling Summer Camp
In partnership with BC Wrestling, Collingwood Summer Camps is offering two half-day grassroots wrestling camps from July 13-17th, 2026! Come hit the mats and have fun at this summers MAT WARRIORS WRESTLING SUMMER CAMP! Camp Details: July 13–17, 2026 Collingwood School (Morven Campus) 70 Morven Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7S 1B2 Two camp options available: Morning Session (Grades 6–8), 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Afternoon Session (Grades 8–10) 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM Camp Fees: $300 for the
Apr 20
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Now Accepting BCWA Board of Directors Nomination
BCWA is seeking nominations from individuals who can contribute to a strong, effective, and representative Board of Directors. We welcome expressions of interest from those with experience in areas such as law, Indigenous relationships and community engagement, fundraising, sponsorship, marketing, and communications. BCWA is also committed to broadening gender diversity and regional representation across British Columbia so the Board better reflects the communities and member
Apr 17
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BCWA Sanctioning - Cadet, Junior, Senior National Championships
Photo above by Bill Bain This is a friendly reminder to register for BCWA sanctioning for the upcoming Cadet, Junior, and Senior Wrestling Canada Lutte National Championships in Montreal, Quebec (May 28-30, 2026). All athletes intending to participate must complete their BCWA sanctioning registration by May 1, 2026 (coaches, officials, and support staff do not require BCWA sanctioning, but must have a valid 2025/2026 BCWA membership). This is a required step to be eligible t
Apr 14
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2026 Cowichan I·SPARC Camp Recap
BC Wrestling was proud to support the 2026 BC Indigenous Wrestling Development Camp, hosted by Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club in partnership with I·SPARC (Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity & Recreation Council) in preparation for the upcoming North American Indigenous Games. Held at Queen Margaret’s School in Duncan, the camp brought together athletes for a full day of wrestling development, learning, and connection. Thank you to Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club and I·SPARC f
Apr 9
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U19/U17/U15 BCWA Sanction Registration Deadline – Tomorrow!
This is a final reminder to athletes attending the 2026 Canadian National Wrestling Championships (April 24–26, 2026 in Grande Prairie, Alberta) that BCWA sanction registration closes tomorrow, Friday, April 10th: https://2mev.com/#!/events/2026_U19_U17_U15_Nationals Athletes who registered for Nationals but had not yet completed sanctioning have been contacted individually—this is a general reminder to ensure nothing is missed. BCWA sanctioning is mandatory for all athletes
Apr 9
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BC Summer Games Updates!
The 2026 BC Summer Games are coming to Kelowna, BC, with wrestling taking place at Rutland Senior Secondary School from July 22–26, 2026. The BC Summer Games are British Columbia’s premier multi-sport event for developing athletes, bringing together 3,000+ competitors, coaches, and officials from across the province every two years. Since the inaugural Games in 1978, more than 115,000 athletes and 160,000 volunteers have participated, making the Games a powerful celebration o
Apr 8
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BCWA Sanction for U19/U17/U15 Nationals Re-Opened until Friday April 10th
The BCWA sanction registration deadline has been re-opened until Friday, April 10th for any athletes who have not yet completed their sanctioning for the upcoming U19/U17/U15 National Championships. 1. BCWA Sanctioning (Provincial Registration) https://2mev.com/#!/events/2026_U19_U17_U15_Nationals Athletes who have registered for the national championships but have not yet completed BCWA sanctioning have been contacted individually (so keep an eye out on your email!), but thi
Apr 7
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Photos From Club Championship's
The incredible moments from this year’s championships have been captured by Tyler Falk-Chalmers and his team (@tfalkchalmers) — and the photos are amazing. From intense matches and big throws to podium celebrations, these images showcase the heart, athleticism, and spirit of BC wrestling. Athletes, families, and clubs can now view and purchase photos from the tournament . ➡️To view or purchase photos, please visit: https://www.tfalkchalmers.ca/Events/BCWA2026 A huge thank yo
Apr 4
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Thank you - BCWA Club Championships
The BC Wrestling Association would like to extend our sincere thanks to everyone who helped make the 2026 BCWA Club Provincial Championships such an incredible success. First and foremost, we would like to recognize Cowichan Valley Wrestling Club and their entire team for hosting this outstanding event. Organizing a championship of this scale requires countless hours of preparation, coordination, and dedication. The Cowichan team created a welcoming and professional environme
Apr 3
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Apply Now - Zone 4 BC Summer Games Coach!
Calling all coaches in the Anmore, Belcarra, Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Surrey, and White Rock regions! BC Wrestling is currently seeking a Zone 4 Coach Representative for the 2026 BC Summer Games, taking place July 22–26 in Kelowna. The BC Summer Games are an incredible experience for both athletes and coaches. It’s a fantastic opportunity to support developing wrestlers, collaborate with coaches from across the province, and be part of
Apr 2
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Update: U15 Start Time Now 10:00 am - Club Championships
Please note the following update: the U15 Men’s and Women’s group start time has changed and will now begin tomorrow morning at 10:00 AM on March 28. All athletes should be ready to start preliminary matches at that time. Additionally, all U15 matches, including finals, will take place on Saturday, March 28 (finals have been moved from Sunday to Saturday). Photo by: sportsup.bc https://shorturl.at/2oxB9
Mar 27
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Merch Pre-Order Deadline Tonight!
Today’s the day! Preorders close tonight Urban Valley Tees: https://www.urbanvalleytees.com/bcwrestling Get ahead of the crowd and make sure you’re rocking exactly what you want. When you preorder, you can skip the line at the event and choose from a wider range of colours that won’t be available onsite. Lock in your gear, pick your style, and get set for an awesome championship weekend!
Mar 25
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BCWA Sanction Registration Required for U19/U17/U15 Canadian National Championships (reminder)
This is a friendly reminder to athletes attending the 2026 Canadian National Wrestling Championships April 24–26, 2026 in Grande Prairie, Alberta. Athletes are required to complete TWO separate registrations. WCL event registration and BCWA sanctioning are two separate registrations and each have their own different registration portal - be sure to complete both in order to be eligible to compete at the championships: 1. BCWA Sanctioning (Provincial Registration) - https://2m
Mar 23
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Shop the Drop! Club Championships Merch Available for Pre-Order
Champions don’t wait. They move first. They stay ready. They set the standard. Step ahead of the competition and rep the moment. Preorder now — save time later. Urban Valley Tees: https://www.urbanvalleytees.com/bcwrestling The image above was created using AI to bring our vision to life.
Mar 22
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The Registration Deadline for the Club Provincial Championships has been Extended!
This is a friendly notice that the registration deadline for the 2026 BCWA Club Provincial Championships has been extended to Wednesday, March 25th by 8:00pm! Click on the button below to register: Or visit: https://2mev.com/#!/events/2026BCWAClubchampionships To open the technical package, click on the button below: Key Information All participants must have an active BCWA membership Wrestlers may register in an age group above their own. Elementary wrestle-ups are subject
Mar 21
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Three Registration Deadlines TODAY!
This is a friendly but important reminder that three key deadlines are happening TODAY (March 20, 2026). Please see below for details and be sure to take action before time runs out: 1) U19/U17/U15 National Championships – Early Bird Deadline Today is your last chance to register at a discounted rate for the 2026 U19, U17, and U15 Canadian Wrestling Championships in Grande Prairie, AB. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to save on registration fees. 👉 Learn more and register
Mar 20
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