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WINTER 2011- 2012 SEASON

Members can register November 8 @ 10:00 a.m.

Non-Members can register November 10 @ 10:00 a.m. 

Come join a winning tradition! The Darien YMCA is once again teaming up with the Darien High School Wrestling team to bring to you our exciting youth wrestling program. The program will be instructed by Darien High School Veteran Head Coach Joe Vano. His staff will consist of his Assistant Varsity Coach Aidan Gaffney and the Blue Wave wrestlers. Our experienced and trained coaching staff will teach the basic skills needed to gain insight into the rapidly growing sport of wrestling. Their knowledge and expertise will help young wrestlers learn, develop, and understand the concept of healthy competition. This program will focus on strengthening each individuals confidence, self-esteem, agility, and coordination.

All participants in Grades 3 through 8 are welcome. No prior wrestling experience is required. Basic wrestling skills will be taught to all new comers. Experienced wrestlers will be taught advanced wrestling skills. There will be an opportunity for matches and tournaments with other wrestlers of the same age, weight, and experience. Sneakers and shorts are the required attire.

PROGRAM WILL RUN NOVEMBER 29 THROUGH FEBRUARY 9 (10 WEEKS)

For Boys in Grades 3rd - 8th

Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00-6:30 @ Darien High School

Price:  Members - $235 Non-Members $285

Price includes $35 charge so that the wrestlers can be certified and receive their USA Wrestling card.

Wrestling offers the opportunity for kids to develop more self-confidence and self-reliance than one might get from a team sport. Participants will learn the importance of individual one-on-one competition, while training with others and building life-long friendships. Youth who participate in a wrestling program stand to benefit physically by gaining:

Greater flexibility

Coordination

Body awareness

Strength

Endurance

Our experienced and trained coaching staff will teach the basic skills needed to gain insight into the rapidly growing sport of wrestling. Their knowledge and expertise bring insight into basic of competitive sports. Program highlights include:

All participant in the 3rd through 8th Grade are welcome

No prior wrestling experience is required

Basic wrestling skills will be taught to all new comers

Experienced wrestlers will be taught advanced wrestling skills

There will be opportunity for matches and tournaments with other wrestlers of like age, weight, and experience