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Requirements

In order to participate in District Wrestling practices and events, we require athletes to adhere to a set of rules and a Code of Conduct. These are in place both for the safety and comfort of our members and the security of the club itself. If any member is found to be in repeated violation of these rules, they will be barred from any further participation indefinitely. 

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USA Wrestling
Memberships

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All club members must have an active USA Wrestling membership in order to wrestle at any practice or other sanctioned District Wrestling event. USAW memberships provide additional insurance coverage for the club & its members, as well as access to other resources like training videos and their digital magazine.

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Memberships are annual and valid from September 1 - August 31, regardless of when you purchase it.

(Yes, we know that's annoying. Read more about our USAW subsidization policy here.)

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Wrestling
Shoes

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All wrestlers are strongly encouraged to wear wrestling shoes during practices, and are required at all competitions. If you are new and trying out the sport, you may wear socks or borrow a pair of our shoes (we have loaners in limited sizes).

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Any outside footwear – including other athletic footwear like sneakers – are not permitted on the mats for safety and hygiene purposes. 

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Wear Appropriate
Attire

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All wrestlers must wear gym clothes (shorts or sweatpants, t-shirts, rash guards, etc.) or a singlet during practices. For health and safety reasons, we don’t permit wrestlers to go shirtless.

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There are changing rooms on site at our practice facility.

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Observe Good
Hygiene Practices

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Wrestling involves close physical contact and more than a little sweat. Please be respectful of your practice partners by observing good personal hygiene before coming to practice or our events.

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What do we mean by that? Put on deodorant. Wear clean clothing. And please, for the love of god trim your nails. 

F*** outta here with that nonsense

CODE of CONDUCT

Respect & Integrity

Safety & Well-Being

Fair Play

Treat all fellow DWC members with respect, courtesy, and consideration, regardless of differences in background, race, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, political beliefs, sexual identity, gender identity, experience level, or physical ability. 

Any unwanted, overly aggressive or dangerous behavior — including but not limited to sexual harassment or abuse, physical or emotional bullying, intimidation, and intentional physical harm — will not be tolerated.

Play by the rules, follow instructions from coaches, officials, and club leaders, and compete/practice fairly and honestly without cheating or other unsportsmanlike conduct.

Everyone who attends a District Wrestling practice, open mat, competition, social activity or any other event must adhere to our Code of Conduct. 

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