About us
NEW YORK GOTHAM WRESTLING CLUB:
WELCOME to NY's Gay & Straight friendly Grappling & Wrestling Club for Adults. We teach beginners, newcomers and veterans who wana get back in the scene with proper safe techniques at every practice. Check out our up to date training schedule:
Beginners Clinics
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Competitive Edge
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Open Mats Sessions
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We have competed and WON tournaments at the Gay Games, Sin City Classic in Las Vegas: Wrestling & Grappling in DC, Philly, and MORE TO COME!
NY Gotham Wrestling Club welcomes ALL athletes at ANY level and from any background with open communication, dialogue, and most importantly RESPECT in good sportsmanship, which is paramount to our success. Wherever you are in your fitness journey, get ready to take your next steps with us.
See you on the mats!
Upcoming events
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Gay Games Valencia, Spain 2026
Location not specified yetFollow on Instagram as @ggs_VAL2026!
https://www.instagram.com/ggs_VAL2026We're finally here!
LATE REGISTRATION has been allowed for anyone wishing to join us for this SUPER FUN gathering that only occurs every 4 years:
GAY GAMES
VALENCIA, 🇪🇸SPAIN🇪🇸2026 Gay Games XII
Location: Valencia, Spain
Dates: Saturday, June 27, 2026 - Saturday, July 4, 2026The Gay Games is a 10-day event celebrating sports and culture, with a focus on LGBTQIA+ identities and our allies. You, along with thousands of other participants, will compete for a chance to win medals. You’ll join the parade of athletes and enjoy the concerts at our Opening Ceremony. You’ll spend your days playing sports, enjoying music and culture and making new friends from around the world at our Gay Games Village. You will also celebrate our achievements at the Closing Ceremony and go home with some incredible memories, and hopefully a medal as well. LAST DAY TO REGISTER AS AN ATHLETE 6pm MONDAY 6/8/2026 - 6pm TUESDAY 6/9/2026
Plenty of games and athletics to view and participate or start training for next stop:
🇦🇺 AUSTRALIA 2030🇦🇺
🦘🐨🪃🏖🩲1 attendee- $25.00

OPEN MATS
Location not specified yetTickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/567471491507
*Note Body Inclusive FITNESS event, all are welcome regardless of background or level with 4 RESERVATIONS required for event to occur*Welcome to our trainings where ALL LEVELS are WELCOME for OPEN MATS, No previous training or knowledge necessary.
What should I wear/bring?
Just a wrestling singlet or: shorts, underwear/activewear attire, form fitting undergarments or jockstraps are encouraged and must be worn UNDERNEATH shorts and shirts out of lycra, polyester or spandex preferred over cotton or any athletic workout clothing is fine. Wrestling shoes and knee-pads optional if you have.
Full set of rules, warm up and safety will be given by instructors in wrestling technique:
Warm up drills, calisthenics, lifts, pummeling, penetration step, core stability, safe neck and head strengthening to prevent injury, rolls and holds in neutral, par terre, top & bottom and how to score points. Mutual consent is necessary among participants for Grappling, Jiu Jitsu, Bjj, Judo, Greco-Roman & Freestyle open mats to agree on what rules and time periods before shaking hands. Beginners, intermediate to advanced, there is space for EVERYONE! We highly recommend at least 4 Sunday technique training Beginner Clinics prior.
See you on the mats!
Cost:
$20 Early Bird
$25 Day of Event Live
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5674714915073 attendees - $25.00

OPEN MATS
Location not specified yetTickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/567471491507
*Note Body Inclusive FITNESS event, all are welcome regardless of background or level with 4 RESERVATIONS required for event to occur*Welcome to our trainings where ALL LEVELS are WELCOME for OPEN MATS, No previous training or knowledge necessary.
What should I wear/bring?
Just a wrestling singlet or: shorts, underwear/activewear attire, form fitting undergarments or jockstraps are encouraged and must be worn UNDERNEATH shorts and shirts out of lycra, polyester or spandex preferred over cotton or any athletic workout clothing is fine. Wrestling shoes and knee-pads optional if you have.
Full set of rules, warm up and safety will be given by instructors in wrestling technique:
Warm up drills, calisthenics, lifts, pummeling, penetration step, core stability, safe neck and head strengthening to prevent injury, rolls and holds in neutral, par terre, top & bottom and how to score points. Mutual consent is necessary among participants for Grappling, Jiu Jitsu, Bjj, Judo, Greco-Roman & Freestyle open mats to agree on what rules and time periods before shaking hands. Beginners, intermediate to advanced, there is space for EVERYONE! We highly recommend at least 4 Sunday technique training Beginner Clinics prior.
See you on the mats!
Cost:
$20 Early Bird
$25 Day of Event Live
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5674714915072 attendees
Past events
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