Folkstyle Regular Season

Our Pre-Season Folkstyle Wrestling program is thoughtfully designed for athletes in Kindergarten through 8th Grade. This season lays a solid foundation—technically, physically, and mentally.

Whether your athlete is new to the sport or sharpening their edge for championship-level matches, our program emphasizes:

• 🥇 Progressive skill development with age-appropriate technique
• 💪 Strength and conditioning to build stamina, mobility, and functional power
• 🧠 Mental preparation focused on confidence, composure, and growth mindset

Competition Recommendation:

To protect long-term development and avoid burnout, we encourage limited competition during this pre-season phase. This allows athletes to refine technique, rebuild movement patterns, and focus on training with intent—without the pressure of weekly weigh-ins or weekend tournaments.

We're here to develop champions for life, not just one season. The goal is mastery, not mileage.

Information:

• $125 Kindergarten
• Practice Tuesday & Thursday; 6:30-7:30 pm, Ankeny Hawks Wrestling Room
• $150 1 - 2 Grade
• Practice Monday & Wednesday 6:30 - 8 pm; Ankeny Hawks Wrestling Room
• $175 Boys 3-4
• Practice Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 - 8 pm; Southview Middle School
• $175 Boys 5-8
• Practice Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6:30 - 8 pm; Centennial Wrestling Room
• $175 Girls 3-7
• Practice Monday & Wednesday 6 - 7:30 pm; Orbis, Northview Middle School.

Open Mat time available 6:30 - 8:00 PM at Ankeny Hawks Wrestling room. Dates October 19, 20, 22, 26, 27 & 29.

Season runs from Nov 2nd - December 18th.

Join us Oct 18 from 4-5 PM at Southview Middle School for Family Night. Meet the coaches, volunteers and check out items from the new apparel store!

COACHES:

• Assist Coach
• Room Coach

ROOM PARENT:

• Take attendance
• Assist with door monitoring
• Additional assistance as needed

Wrestling shoes

Singlets, backpacks, fan gear can be purchases at the beginning of the season on the Team Store.

What costs beyond registration fees should be expected?

AAU Membership

Tournament Fees

Optional Gear Purchases