Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Navy Junior Wrestling is open to the public, you do not need to be a service member to participate.

The Navy Junior Wrestling season runs from early November through March with registration taking place in September. In addition, the program hosts informal “mat nights” during the summer and fall months to give wrestlers opportunities to stay active and build skills in the off-season.

Registration for Navy Junior Wrestling is $250, plus the required cost of a USA Wrestling Athlete card.  Tournament registrations and singlet not included.

All visitors age 18 and older must present a valid, government-issued photo ID to enter the Academy. Acceptable forms include a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, a U.S. passport or passport card, or an enhanced driver’s license (from approved states). Visitors under 18 without photo ID must be accompanied by an adult with valid identification.

For the most up-to-date visitor information, please visit the U.S. Naval Academy Visitor Access page.

Parents will have the opportunity to apply for a DBIDS card which gives them access to enter and park on the yard. Applications are distributed during the first week of practice and typically take 2–3 weeks to process. Once approved, you may park on Academy grounds in designated areas. Parents and wrestlers without a DBIDS card will need to park outside the Academy and enter through the Visitor Center at Gate 1. 

Navy Junior Wrestling is open to boys and girls in Kindergarten through 8th grade. 

Each wrestler should bring:

• Wrestling shoes
• Water bottle
• Headgear (optional for practice)
• Mouthguard (required for wrestlers with braces)

Practice Attire
Wrestlers should wear athletic shorts and a fitted, non-baggy T-shirt. White, navy, gray or gold shirts are preferred, and Navy-branded apparel is encouraged. Wrestlers are also welcome to wear their singlet during practice.

Safety Requirements
Clothing may not have zippers. Fingernails must be kept short and trimmed. All jewelry and watches must be removed before stepping onto the mat.

No prior wrestling experience is required. Navy Junior Wrestling welcomes beginners as well as experienced athletes, and coaches provide instruction appropriate for every skill level.