What prior experience do I need?

Elite membership is for those with at least one year of competitive wrestling. We evaluate each applicant based on skill and training commitment.

How often are practices?

Training occurs four weeknights (Mon–Thu, 6 pm–8 pm) and a Saturday morning sparring clinic. Attendance is important, but flexibility is accommodated with notice.

Is competition required?

Competing is encouraged but optional. Athletes may train at Elite level for growth and skill, regardless of competition participation.

What results can I expect?

Athletes typically report big improvements in takedown accuracy, fitness, recovery speed, and mental readiness in 8–12 weeks. Competition performance often follows within the season.

What gear is required?

Wrestling shoes, headgear, mouthguard, moisture-wicking gear, and club uniform top. Club pro shop and rental options available.

How is athlete safety handled?

Daily skin checks, mandatory foot hygiene, regular concussion education, refusal of contact if injury suspected, and regular conditioning.

Can parents observe training?

Parents may view the designated evening clinic space. Some video review sessions are private to protect students’ strategies.

Are coaches qualified?

All coaching staff carry national wrestling certifications, collegiate-level experience, and youth athlete coaching credentials, including CPR.

How does this differ from general club training?

Elite levels include advanced technique, live-time rounding, targeted S&C and pre/post-season planning, and mental performance coaching—going far beyond standard club practice.

Elite Wrestling Club in Plano, TX

Train Like a Champion: Technical Mastery, Mental Fortitude & Community

Take your wrestling to a higher level with the Elite Wrestling Club at McSweeney Martial Arts & Performance Center. Designed for advanced youth, high school, post-secondary, and dedicated adult competitors, this high-performance training environment is built around elite coaching, rigorous progression, and a community-driven atmosphere. Whether you're focused on preparing for high school varsity, collegiate-level competition, or professional amateur circuits, our program provides the comprehensive structure, tools, and support to help you thrive on the mat—and beyond.

Why Elite-Level Wrestling?

Advanced Technical Development

Our Elite Wrestling Club dives deeply into advanced technique, including folkstyle, freestyle, and Greco-Roman elements. We refine offensive and defensive chains, live transitions, scramble scenarios, back turns, cradle mechanics, and pin setups. Sessions include detailed technical instruction, breaking down moves in slow motion before practicing with intensity and specific training objectives.

Athletic Development Tailored to Wrestling

High-level wrestling demands power, explosiveness, endurance, flexibility, and recovery capacity. The club integrates sport-specific strength and conditioning, including Olympic lifts, medicine-ball circuits, sprint work, agility drills, and anaerobic intervals. Programming shifts through preparation, competitive, and recovery phases with volume and intensity tuned to the competition calendar.

Mental Skills and Performance Psychology

Competing at an elite level requires mental resilience. We integrate mindset training using visualization, emotion regulation, tactical strategies under pressure, breathing techniques, and situational-based drills. Athletes practice under simulated pressure spells to strengthen their decision-making, control arousal levels, and maintain composure in the heat of competition.

High-Caliber Training Environment

You’ll train alongside like-minded peers—peers committed to constant improvement. Classes feature high-volume situational sparring, multi-position live wrestling, group and one-on-one coaching, peer reviews, and pressure-driven circuits that replicate tournament conditions.

Access to Professional Resources

Elite members benefit from access to full video review stations, private technical analysis, athlete strength assessments, nutritional recommendations, injury-prevention support, and post-session recovery equipment. This infrastructure is supplemented by the broader facility’s martial arts, conditioning, and facility resources.

Who Should Join the Elite Club?

This program is for athletes with advanced intent. Ideal candidates include:

Passionate younger wrestlers (typically middle to high school age) with at least one season of competitive experience
High school varsity wrestlers refining skills and preparing for postseason or collegiate competition
College or post-collegiate athletes seeking off-season or off-school training in the Dallas area
Experienced adult practitioners training in collegiate/amateur systems
Ambitious athletes seeking structured programming, coaching accountability, anda competitive community

Detailed Programming Breakdown

Our Elite Wrestling Club progresses across four key pillars:

Technical Mastery & Hybrid Systems

Daily breakdowns of takedowns, counters, leg attacks, defenseProtection through live repetition, resistance drills, and small-group sessionsTechnical connections and movement flow

Live Rounds & Match Simulation

Substantial live wrestling—teams rotate through situational bouts, rounds, scrimmage setsWearing practice gear simulating competition rhythms, rest cycles, team-based reps

Strength & Conditioning Integration

Tailored periodized programs built with class coaches and S&C staffAthletic testing and follow-up cyclesSupplement sessions and one-on-one S&C guidance available

Mental Preparation & Recovery Education

Weekly sessions including goal setting, breathing, visualizationRecovery education: mobility, soft tissue work, sleep planningAccess to recovery tools—foam-rolling station, cold-compression pack, hydration guidance

Coaching, Credentials & Culture

Led by coaches with national certifications (USA Wrestling, UWW), collegiate experience, and performance coaching experience
Strength coaches with collegiate or elite sports backgrounds
Environment emphasizes mutual respect, positive accountability, and shared excellence
Safety is paramount: mandatory skin checks, clean mats, structured contact, and injury protocols in place

Facilities & Resources

Spacious 3,500 sq ft mat area with wall pads
Strength zone with racks, bands, sleds, kettlebells
Technical review station with coach-led footage analysis
Hydration and lounge spaces for recovery, gear storage, and study
Clean locker rooms with hygiene control, recovery tools, and athlete comfort

Training Phases & Special Programs

1. Pre-Season Build-Up

Focus on strength, motion, awareness, technique refinement, and recovery practices.

2. In-Season Optimization

High-intensity live rounds, competitive drills, mental management, and scaling strength for sustainment.

3. Tournament Cycle

Competition prep, mock brackets, weight-phase monitoring, and coach competition tracking.

4. Post-Season Recovery

Relearning for recreation, assessment, break programs, reflection, and access to maintenance protocols.

Special Events

Monthly club fixtures, quarterly sparring meetups, and summer Elite Clinics and wrestling camps.

Long-Term Athlete Benefits

Physical Readiness: Builds strength, durability, recovery ability, explosive mobility, and athletic efficiency.
Mental Resilience: Refined decision-making, emotional control, competitive composure, and match-day mentality.
Academic & Life Skill Support: Time management, stress control, goal systems, accountability, and leadership development.
Competitive & Career Preparation: Varsity, college, or high school amateur systems highly value wrestlers with elite training backgrounds.

TESTIMONIALS

Member Testimonials

After three months, my shot selection was sharper, my stamina topped, and my confidence soared.

Recent member, youth wrestler

The Elite environment pushed me farther than college training programs I’ve seen.

Post-collegiate athlete

My son’s capacity to compete at regionals aligned perfectly with his time in the Elite Club.

Parent ofa high school Elite member

Elite Membership Pricing & Logistics

Monthly Membership

4x training per week + weekend labs – $199 monthly

Seasonal Pass

3-month buy-in with extra camp sessions – $550 Drop-ins permitted for out-of-town competitors Gear rental available; full wrestling shoes, mouthguard, and headgear required Athlete evaluations and planning sessions are included at sign-up

FAQ

What prior experience do I need?
Elite membership is for those with at least one year of competitive wrestling. We evaluate each applicant based on skill and training commitment.
How often are practices?
Training occurs four weeknights (Mon–Thu, 6 pm–8 pm) and a Saturday morning sparring clinic. Attendance is important, but flexibility is accommodated with notice.
Is competition required?
Competing is encouraged but optional. Athletes may train at Elite level for growth and skill, regardless of competition participation.
What results can I expect?
Athletes typically report big improvements in takedown accuracy, fitness, recovery speed, and mental readiness in 8–12 weeks. Competition performance often follows within the season.
What gear is required?
Wrestling shoes, headgear, mouthguard, moisture-wicking gear, and club uniform top. Club pro shop and rental options available.

How is athlete safety handled?
Daily skin checks, mandatory foot hygiene, regular concussion education, refusal of contact if injury suspected, and regular conditioning.
Can parents observe training?
Parents may view the designated evening clinic space. Some video review sessions are private to protect students’ strategies.
Are coaches qualified?
All coaching staff carry national wrestling certifications, collegiate-level experience, and youth athlete coaching credentials, including CPR.
How does this differ from general club training?
Elite levels include advanced technique, live-time rounding, targeted S&C and pre/post-season planning, and mental performance coaching—going far beyond standard club practice.