Smithville Youth Wrestling Club - Smithville, Mo

07/25/2026

🚨 FINAL SUMMER OPEN MAT! 🤼‍♂️🔥

​Hard to believe summer is winding down! As our student-athletes prepare to transition into their fall sports, we’re hosting what will likely be our last summer open mat practice of the season. Let’s get one more great session in together and send everyone off on a high note!

​📌 Practice Details:
​📅 When: This Sunday
​⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
​📍 Where: Warrior Activity Center
​🤼 What: Conditioning, Drilling, Live Wrestling, & Games to close it out!

​👀 Spot Opportunities: While this is our last scheduled open mat for the summer, keep an eye out for possible pop-up spot opportunities to get extra work in on the mat.

​👀 Looking Ahead to 2026–2027:
Behind the scenes, our coaching staff and board are beginning work on planning the 2026–2027 season! We are actively looking to expand our coaching staff and are seeking dedicated volunteers and sponsors to help support our athletes and program this year. Keep your eyes open—more details will be coming soon!

​📲 Questions? Drop a comment below or message Coach Chris directly. See you all tomorrow!

07/12/2026

Open Mats, today!

​Here are the details:

​⏰ Time: Today from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
​📍 Location: The WAC
​💪 What's on the menu: Conditioning, technical drilling, and live wrestling.

​All skill levels are welcome. Grab your gear and bring a water bottle.

​See you all later!

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from Smithville Youth Wrestling Club! 🎆

Have a fun and safe weekend! Back at it next week!

06/27/2026

🤼‍♂️ REMINDER: Escape the heat and hit the mats! ☀️❄️

​Looking to beat the summer heat? Join us tomorrow for Open Mats Wrestling at the WAC!

Whether you're looking to get some extra conditioning in, sharpen your drilling, or get after it with some live rounds, we’ve got you covered.

​Here are the details:

​⏰ Time: Tomorrow from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
​📍 Location: The WAC
​💪 What's on the menu: Exercising, technical drilling, and live wrestling.

​All skill levels are welcome. Grab your gear, bring a water bottle, and let's put in some work!

​See you all tomorrow!

06/19/2026

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! 🚨

​Tomorrow is the day! Don't miss the opportunity for your wrestler to train with 4x All-American and NAIA National Champion Kris Ketchum.

​⚡ Walk-Ins Welcome: Missed online registration? Just show up early tomorrow morning to complete the hold harmless waiver and payment before the first session begins at 9:00 AM.

​Come get an elite workout in, then head home to enjoy the rest of your weekend and celebrate those awesome dads! 👨‍👦💪

​📅 When: Tomorrow, June 20th

📍 Where: Warrior Activity Center (645 S Commercial Ave)

💰 Cost: $40 for ALL sessions

​⏰ Camp Schedule:
​9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Session 1
​10:45 AM – 12:15 PM: Session 2
​12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Live Wrestling

​📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer to lock it in, or arrive early ready to work.

https://forms.gle/qWqaZeA7aGBgtTbr8

📞 Questions? 816-799-6165 | [email protected] 💪🔥

06/07/2026

🌧️ Rainy day? Perfect time to get some work in on the mat.

​Join us for Open Mat Wrestling today from 4:00–5:30 PM at the Warrior Activity Center.
​Bring your friends, family, or anyone curious to see what wrestling is all about.

If you have any questions, feel free to drop us a message—otherwise, just stop on by and check it out.

​See you there! 💪🤼‍♂️

05/27/2026

Hello Parents and Wrestlers!

​Get ready for an incredible opportunity on the mats! On Saturday, June 20th, we are hosting an ELITE all-day wrestling camp right here in Smithville, featuring one of the top wrestlers in the country.

​This is a fantastic chance for our athletes to learn high-level techniques, get some live wrestling in, and train with a proven champion.

​Meet the Clinician: Kris Ketchum 🤼‍♂️
​NAIA National Champion
​4x All-American (1st, 2nd, 2nd, and 3rd place finishes)
​Former Division I Wrestler (Ohio State)

​Camp Details & Schedule 📅
​Date: Saturday, June 20th
​Location: Warrior Activity Center (645 S Commercial Ave)
​Cost: $40 for all sessions

​Saturday Schedule ⏰️
​Session 1: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
​Session 2: 10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
​Session 3 (Live Wrestling): 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

​How to Register & More Info 📋
​Please see the attached flyer and scan the QR code to sign up. If you have any questions about the camp schedule or need more information, feel free to reach out to the club directly at 816-799-6165 or email us at [email protected].

​Let’s pack the room and get to work!

05/19/2026

🤼‍♂️ Spring Clinic Recap! 🤼‍♂️

​What a fantastic 5 weeks we just wrapped up! We had an amazing turnout with over 45 new and experienced wrestlers joining us on the mats—some diving into the sport for the very first time to learn new skills, and others working hard to sharpen up their technique.

​The growth and effort from every single wrestler over the last month and a half has been incredible to watch. We had a lot of fun, saw some great competitive battles, and, of course, plenty of dodgeball!

​Thank you to everyone who came out and made this clinic such a success.

​👀 What's Next? 👀

The fun doesn't stop here! Keep a lookout on our page and email for upcoming announcements, including:

​Open Mat Instruction details 🗓️

​Information on our upcoming Wrestling Camp ⛺

​...and much more!

​See you all back on the mats soon! 👋

04/19/2026

🚨 LAST CALL FOR SPRING WRESTLING! 🚨

​We are pumped to have over 30 wrestlers already signed up for our Spring Clinic! 🤼‍♂️ The official deadline to join is TOMORROW, so don't miss out on getting those extra reps in.

​If you miss the window, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis—just shoot an email or message over to Coach Chris.

​📝 REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/Wk4waa7G6ygbD6ua8

💰 PAYMENT (Venmo): https://venmo.com/u/SmithvilleYWC

​QUICK CHECKLIST FOR DAY 1:

✅ Waiver: All participants must have a signed Hold Harmless Waiver on file.
✅ Attire: T-shirt with the wrestler's name on it and athletic shorts/pants.
✅ Footwear: Wrestling shoes are great, but clean socks or bare feet work too!
✅ Safety: No earrings, necklaces, or zippers on the mats, please.
✅ Hydration: Water fountains are on-site, but please bring your own water bottle.

​Let’s get to work! See you on the mat. 💪🔥

04/13/2026

Happy Monday, everyone!

We are exactly seven days away from kicking off our Spring Wrestling Clinic, and the roster is filling up fast! 📈

​We already have over 20 kids signed up and ready to work. This clinic is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the sport in a fun, instructional way.

​Why Join?

✅ First-Timers Welcome: A great "no-pressure" introduction to the sport.
✅ Back to Basics: Experienced wrestlers can nail down those essential fundamentals.
✅ Hard Work & Rewards: Build confidence and discipline while staying active.

​Don’t miss out on the action—let's get these kids on the mat!

​🔗 Registration link:
https://forms.gle/Wk4waa7G6ygbD6ua8

​Have questions? Drop them in the comments or send us a DM. See you next Monday! 🤼‍♂️💪

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This 5-week clinic is designed specifically for new and first-year wrestlers aged 5–10 to build a strong foundation in a fun, high-energy environment. Participants will learn essential fundamentals like stance, motion, and basic takedowns through progressive drills and instruction. It’s the perf...