Train under the HWA standard.
Train at this year's HWA Tennessee Camp and be coached by Iowa Hawkeye Alex Marinelli, 4× All-American, 4× Big Ten Champion, and Head Coach of the Hawkeye Wrestling Academy along with the HWA coaching staff and Iowa Wrestling legends.
Our goal is total development — neutral, top, bottom, and defense. Taught through a structured system, not a "buffet-style" camp of random moves. Each session builds on the last, so athletes understand why techniques work and how to apply them. Whether you are a first year wrestler or a national champion, this camp will be tailored to your needs, so that everyone at any level can get better.
This is more than a camp. It's an opportunity to be immersed, tested, and transformed under the HWA standard.
Camp overview
Our goal is total development — taught through a structured system so athletes understand why techniques work and how to apply them.
System-based instruction
Not a buffet of random moves. Each session builds on the last, creating understanding and application.
- Progressive sessions that connect
- Clear "why" behind technique
- Designed for all skill levels
Total development
Neutral, top, bottom, and defense — built through drilling, conditioning, and live wrestling.
- Technique + intense drilling
- Live wrestling sessions
- Physical & mental challenge
Ages & experience
Open to all wrestlers BOYS AND GIRLS. We do recommend you to have at least a year of wrestling experience before signing up for camp.
Camp clinicians
HWA coaching staff along with Iowa Wrestling legends.
Registration & pricing
Limited spots available — first-come, first-served.
Tennessee Camp
May 31st – June 3rd
- Check-in: May 31st at 6:00 PM
- Check-out: After last session on June 3rd
What's included in the camp cost?
- FCA Bible to Every Wrestler
- Lunch every weekday
- Camp Poster
Who can sign up?
Open to all wrestlers (boys and girls).
- We recommend at least a year of experience
No supervision between sessions
There will be no supervision in between sessions. Wrestlers must be picked up and dropped off before and after each session.
Shower facilities: No, there will not be shower facilities on site.
Camp schedule
Parents please arrive 10 to 15 minutes early for each session.
Sunday, May 31st
- 6:00 PM
- Check in
- 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- Session 1 / Rules and live wrestling
Monday, June 1st
- 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Technique & intense drilling
- Lunch
- Grab and go style
- 2:00 – 4:00 PM
- Technique & intense drilling
- 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- Live wrestling
Tuesday, June 2nd
- 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Technique & intense drilling
- Lunch
- Grab and go style
- 2:00 – 4:00 PM
- Technique & intense drilling
- 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- Live wrestling
Wednesday, June 3rd
- 9:00 – 11:00 AM
- Technique & intense drilling
- Lunch
- Grab and go style
- 2:00 – 4:00 PM
- Technique & intense drilling
- 6:30 – 8:30 PM
- Live wrestling (CHECK OUT AFTER SESSION)
Before signing up, please read
A high standard of behavior and moral values are enforced at the HWA Tennessee Camp.
High Standard
A high standard of behavior and moral values are enforced at the HWA Tennessee Camp! With a zero tolerance policy for violators, bullies, and those who haze others will be sent home without refund.
Refunds
Signing up for a camp secures YOUR spot and takes away a spot from other potential campers. These camps sell out.
NO refunds are given for not attending a camp unless you have a doctor's note due to injury or infection. No exceptions!
Commitment to Excellence
Come to camp IN SHAPE! This camp is for serious wrestlers. Showing up unprepared limits your growth and increases the chance of injury.
There will be limited spots available for this camp. The spots will be reserved on a first-come-first-served basis.
FAQ
Common questions about the camp.
Camp clinicians + –
HWA coaching staff along with Iowa Wrestling legends including Drake Ayala, Gabe Arnold, and Alex Marinelli.
Who can sign up? + –
Open to all wrestlers BOYS AND GIRLS. (We recommend at least a year of experience before signing up for the HWA summer camp)
Will there be shower facilities? + –
NO, there will not be shower facilities on site.
Will there be a gear store at the HWA Tennessee Camp? + –
We will have various HWA items for sale.
Can my wrestler be dropped off early, stay all day and be picked up at night each day? + –
NO, there will be no supervision in between sessions. Wrestlers must be picked up and dropped off before and after each session.
Can parents watch training sessions and attend motivational talks? + –
Parents are welcome to come and spectate any workout, technique and motivational talk. (Live sessions at night are typically the most popular for parents to spectate) We ask that if parents choose to attend that they respect the coaches and athletes by remaining quiet and to not distract or try to coach their athlete during workouts by getting on the wrestling mats or yelling from afar. We understand the level of commitment it takes when signing your athlete up for camp but we encourage each of our athletes to be solely focused on the coaches and clinician's instructions and their effort rather than looking towards their parents for approval. Going through the workouts independently to be totally immersed in the process.
Where can I stay if I want lodging near the camp? + –
There are various hotels in Johnson City, TN and the surrounding area.
Camp packing list
(This will be sent via email days before our camp)
Essentials
- Notebook to take notes
- Soap and skin wipes
- Neosporin
- Lotrimin (ringworm precaution)
- Vitamin C / Multivitamins
- Wrestling shoes (bring multiple pairs if able)
- Head gear (optional)
Clothing & gear
- T-Shirts (1 recommended for each workout)
- Long sleeve T-shirts
- Shorts (1 recommended for each workout)
- Sweatpants
- Sweatshirts
- Socks and underwear (pair recommended for each workout)
- Singlets (Singlet Night Practice — optional)
- Athletic tape (if used)
- Spending money for camp store (optional but recommended)
Camp food information
Meals
Campers will be given a grab and go style lunch every weekday of camp. This will be a healthy lunch (e.g. chicken and rice, wraps, etc.)
Food allergies
Food allergies or special needs should be emailed to camp manager Alex Marinelli before the start of camp.
hawkeyewrestlingacademy@gmail.comRegistration
There will be limited spots available for this camp. Spots are reserved on a first-come-first-served basis.
Important reminders
- First-come, first-served registration
- Registration closes at max capacity
- No refunds without doctor's note due to injury or infection
- Zero tolerance for bullying/hazing; sent home without refund
Contact
Contact the camp manager for more information.
