Your child is new to wrestling and you want to coach them in the corner at tournaments but not sure what to do?
To become a USA coach you will need to become a member first. Go to USA Wrestling Membership (usawmembership.com) to become a member. You will need first to create an account, then follow the steps of getting a background check and completing SafeSport. In 10-14 days, you will receive notice that your background check is complete, and you will then be able to purchase a coach's membership.
Team Georgia requires coaches to attend a USA National Education Coaches - Bronze clinic to coach wrestlers at Qualifiers & the Kids State events. A Bronze certification is also required at most regional and national level events. Once you have a login to the membership page, you will be able to review Bronze Class information here: USA Wrestling Membership (usawmembership.com)
What if I am a High School Wrestling Coach?
Anyone wanting access to the mats to coach or take pictures will need a USA Coaching membership. This is renewed every year. Even if you are a High School Coach, you need a USA Coaching membership and Safesport. For Team Georgia Kids Qualifiers & Kids State events, Team Georgia will accept the USA Wrestling Leader card and either a Bronze Card or a GHSA Coaches card for mat access. All leader cards require Safesport.
Why do I need to be a USA Coach to be on the mats when by child is wrestling?
Holding a valid USA Coaching card has benefits - Coaching Benefits
In addition, by showing your valid USA Coaching card and photo ID, you will receive free admission into all local regular season Open/1st Year Team Georgia events.
