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MONTCLAIR, NEW JERSEY · YOUTH WRESTLING

Small steps.
Big courage.
Start on the mat.

Learn the sport. Build confidence. Find your team.
There’s a place for you at Montclair Rec Wrestling.

Girls & boys · Grades 2–8 · Beginner clinic
Wrestling mats ready for a meet at Montclair High School
OUR TOWN. OUR TEAM. OUR MAT.
A Montclair wrestler and coach celebrating togetherEvery step is worth celebrating.
MONTCLAIR REC WRESTLING
CONFIDENCE✦CHARACTER✦COMMUNITY✦ONE MAT. A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES.

MORE THAN A SPORT

Strong wrestlers.
Even stronger kids.

Wrestling gives kids a chance to discover what they can do—one practice, one challenge, and one small victory at a time.

Montclair Rec Wrestling is about learning fundamentals, putting in the effort, and supporting each other. We celebrate progress, encourage sportsmanship, and help young athletes grow in confidence on and off the mat.

Ask us about the program →
01 /

Move with confidence.

Build strength, balance, coordination, and fitness—skills that carry into other sports and everyday life.

02 /

Learn to keep going.

Practice focus, patience, and resilience. Learn that progress comes from showing up and trying again.

03 /

Find your people.

Make friends, cheer for teammates, and experience the pride of being part of Montclair wrestling.

YOUR FIRST STEP STARTS HERE

FREE · BEGINNERS ONLY

Curious about wrestling?
Come give it a try.

Learn the basics and see what Montclair Rec Wrestling is all about before signing up for the winter season. No experience needed.

WHEN
Monday, October 19, 2026
5:00–6:30 PM
WHERE
Montclair High School Wrestling Room
Downstairs from the main gym
WHO
Girls & boys in grades 2–8
Not for experienced wrestlers
WHAT TO WEAR
Comfy shorts, a T-shirt, and socks.
Bring wrestling shoes if you have them.

GUIDANCE ON AND OFF THE MAT

Coaches

Questions for the coaching team?
Get in touch →

Learning the fundamentals. Building confidence. Celebrating progress.

Coach Jason and Nate Hernandez

Coach Jason

With Nate Hernandez

Coach Pierre

Coach Pierre

GOOD TO KNOW

A little less wondering.
A little more wrestling.

Does my child need experience?

No experience is needed for the October 19 clinic. It is specifically for beginners in grades 2–8, rather than experienced wrestlers.

Can girls participate?

Absolutely. The beginner clinic welcomes both girls and boys in grades 2–8.

How do we register for the winter season?

Contact us for current season registration details, fees, practice times, and eligibility. The clinic sign-up is separate from season registration.

Ask about the winter season →
Who can I contact about coaching or volunteering?

Email MontclairRecWrestling@gmail.com to connect with the program about coaching, volunteering, or questions about your child’s experience.

LET’S GET STARTED

A first practice.
A new possibility.

Questions about the clinic or the season?
We’d love to hear from you.

Email Montclair Rec Wrestling ↗