AIA State High School Folkstyle Wrestling Championship
Folkstyle Wrestling Training (K–12) in Chandler, AZ
Folkstyle wrestling—also known as collegiate wrestling—is the primary style used in U.S.
high schools and colleges. At Southwest Wrestling Academy, our folkstyle program runs
year-round and is the foundation of our training system for boys and girls in Chandler and the surrounding areas.
Led by D1 All-American Curtis Owen, we focus on teaching strong fundamentals: takedowns, escapes,
reversals, riding position, breakdowns, and pinning combinations. Whether your wrestler is a complete beginner or
preparing for high-level competition, folkstyle is the key to long-term development.
What Is Folkstyle Wrestling?
Folkstyle wrestling emphasizes control, position, and pinning. Athletes learn to maintain top pressure,
escape from bottom, and score from neutral. The goal is to develop mastery of all three positions while building
strength, discipline, and mental toughness.
Folkstyle Wrestling Key Features
- Takedowns, escapes, reversals, and riding time
- Emphasis on control over the opponent
- Focus on breakdowns, turns, and pinning techniques
- Matches structured around three positions (neutral, top, bottom)
- Builds discipline, strategy, and endurance
Benefits of Folkstyle Wrestling
Folkstyle wrestling helps young athletes build:
- Strong fundamentals for high school and college wrestling
- Mental toughness and problem-solving skills
- Stronger balance, body control, and hips
- Confidence built through discipline and consistent progress
Folkstyle Wrestling Classes
- Beginner (K–5), Intermediate (4–7), and Advanced (5–12) groups
- Join anytime — year-round training
- $15 one-week trial for new wrestlers
- Drilling, live wrestling, conditioning, and strategy
- Coaching from former NCAA D1 wrestlers and All-Americans
State High School Wrestling Championship
Why Folkstyle Is the Foundation
Folkstyle wrestling is essential for wrestlers who want to succeed in:
- Junior high & high school wrestling seasons
- AIA competition and tournaments
- College wrestling opportunities
- Building lifelong discipline and work ethic
Ready to Join?
Sign Up for Youth Folkstyle Wrestling
Register Today — join anytime. New wrestlers can start in any session. Contact Coach Owen if the session has already started.
Serving Chandler & Surrounding Cities
We proudly train wrestlers from across the East Valley, including Gilbert, Queen Creek, Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale, Phoenix.
Location
Visit our location page for maps and a video showing how to enter the wrestling room.