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MN/USA Wrestling State Office

1422 Emerson Ave N
Minneapolis MN 55411
Phone: (612) 588-3766
Fax: (612) 822-1030

Get Involved with the Great Sport of Wrestling

MN/USA Wrestling is a non-profit, volunteer organization. 

We rely on people like you to make things happen!

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What Is MN/USA Wrestling?

MN/USA Wrestling is the designated state affiliate organization for USA Wrestling, the Governing Body for the Sport of Wrestling in the United States.  As such, is its responsible for promoting, governing, and developing amateur wrestling programs in the State of Minnesota. Simply, MN/USA Wrestling is the central organization that coordinates amateur wrestling programs in Minnesota and works to create interest and participation in these programs.

It is not the wild, or "off the top rope", stuff you might have seen on television. The many programs and activities conducted by MN/USA Wrestling, or it's chartered clubs, provide opportunities for youth and adults alike to gain an understanding and appreciation for the international styles of wrestling - Freestyle and Greco-Roman, and folkstyle (scholastic and collegiate) which is the style practiced at high schools and colleges across the country.

MN/USA Wrestling has more than 5300 members, These members include athletes of all ages, coaches and officials striving together to strengthen the sport. Part of MN/USA Wrestling's mission is to foster grassroots development for the sport.

Each year, MN/USA Wrestling charters over 65 wrestling clubs and sanctions over 35 local, state, regional and national competitions. These opportunities and more are just a small part of the exciting world of MN/USA Wrestling.

Members of MN/USA Wrestling Family enjoy many of the following benefits:

Participation in Local, Regional, and National Competitions.
Four levels of Coaches Certification.
The opportunity to travel abroad with Developmental Tours for Cadet, Junior, Women, University and Senior level athletes.
Educational videos and written materials.
Regional and National Training and Developmental Camps for Youth through Senior-level athletes.
Free subscription to USA Wrestler, the officials publication of USA Wrestling.
Fundraising Opportunities for Chartered Clubs.
Discounts on USA Wrestling Merchandise.

Becoming a member of the MN/USA Wrestling is easy. Just click on the link below and you will be directed to our convenient online membership registration process, or contact the MN/USAW State Chairperson.  In addition, your membership director or state chairperson will be able to provide you with information on state level programs and opportunities offered.

You can also contact USA Wrestling's Department of State Services for more information on the various opportunities awaiting you in the amateur wrestling world. Call or write to: USA Wrestling, Attn: Department of State Services, 6155 Lehman Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80918; 1-719-598-8181; or email tblack@usawrestling.org.