No, your child is not required to attend wrestling tournaments during the season to be a part of our program and are entirely voluntary. First-year wrestlers are encouraged to practice until they feel ready. Once they feel comfortable we do find they are very beneficial in their development towards the following: Accelerates Skill Development and Adaptability, Builds Emotional Resilience and Mental Toughness, Fosters Independence and Self-Reliance, and Cultivates a Deeper Sense of Community