BECOME A STRONGER GRAPPLER THROUGH Catch Wrestling

take Full Control of The Outcome.

Our Catch Wrestling program builds students into powerfully efficient grapplers that can adapt to any threat and neutralize their opponents.

GENERAL INFORMATION

WHAT IS Catch Wrestling?

Catch Wrestling is a grappling style that originated in the late 19th century, renowned for its focus on using various holds and submissions to control an opponent. It incorporates techniques such as joint locks, pins, and takedowns, allowing practitioners to leverage both standing and ground fighting strategies.

What sets Catch Wrestling apart from other grappling forms, such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or Judo, is its less rigid structure and emphasis on the fluidity of movement and adaptability in different positions. Whereas Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu typically emphasizes positional hierarchy and specific submission techniques, Catch Wrestling encourages a more dynamic approach, allowing for a broader array of offensive and defensive maneuvers that can be applied in real-time combat scenarios.

WHY SHOULD I LEARN Catch Wrestling?

Great for Competition or Self-Defense

Our Catch Wrestling program provides both physical and mental benefits, making it valuable for anyone who wants to learn. Students increase their overall fitness by enhancing strength, flexibility, and endurance to prepare them for any combative setting.

Boosts Confidence and Critical Thinking

We push a fundamental focus on control and strategy, improving critical thinking and quick decision-making skills that further empower one’s wrestling strength. The various techniques we drill offer practical skills for real-life situations, increasing self-confidence. Additionally, the discipline and resilience gained can also benefit other sports and physical activities, promoting personal growth and competitive opportunities.

Transferrable Skills to Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)

For students who are aspiring to compete, Catch Wrestling provides a set of transferrable skills that can be brought into combat sports like Sanda Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiujitsu and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). With physical and mental conditioning combined, students can feel confident in taking part in any grappling or MMA competition.

Two wrestlers in a competition
Catch wrestling coach Tommy Kang overseeing wrestling class drills
Catch wrestling coach Tommy Kang demonstrating wrestling hold for students

WHAT OUR STUDENTS ARE SAYING

  • I’ve had the pleasure of training here in Sanda, BJJ, and a bit of MMA. All of the coaches are helpful and positive people with tons of experience. There’s classes for everyone whether you want to just get a workout in or are looking for full contact competitions. I came with no martial arts training from a typical sport background and learned a ton here. Special shout out to Ty and Marco, but all coaches and teachers are terrific!

    – Andrew Camacho

  • I’ve been doing Sanda Kickboxing for four years and have since fought in a number of competitions as part of the Fight Team. The quality of the instruction and the community have made my time here the most positive martial arts experience I’ve had in my life. Ty Wesley is a phenomenal coach and I recommend his Sanda classes for anyone trying to get into kickboxing.

    – Chris S.

  • Both of my boys have been coming to EP Martial Arts for 5 months now. I love the variety of different arts taught (for one low price) and that there is a class 5/6 days a week to keep them busy. Each class not only teaches them different techniques but discipline and they do not let the kids goof off during class. EP Marital Arts was EXACTLY what I was looking for and would highly recommend them!

    – Tonya Gloria

  • Great school that’s closeby. Bart runs the Krav Maga and Sifu Ty teaches the SanShou, Wing Chun and kids Kung Fu. Great school to learn self defense and martial arts. If you're into competition they will support you and take you there. Very friendly people and school.

    – Stefan Fischer

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Catch Wrestling coach Tommy Kang
Catch Wrestling instructor Tommy Kang demonstrating a hold with a student

Tommy Kang

With more than 25 years of grappling under his belt, Tommy Kang is a catch wrestling specialist that has trained students for both wrestling and MMA.

MORE ABOUT Tommy

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ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

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We’re eager to answer your questions! Please feel free to contact us at info@epmartialarts.com.

  • All students need the following items:

    • Mouth Guard

    • Jock cup

    We have most of these items ready for you at our store.

  • Nope! T-shirts, tank-tops and shorts are fine. Rashguards and leggings are recommended for cold weather.

    Visit our store for any of your apparel needs!

  • No one has to spar if they don't feel comfortable! Typically, we require any new students to come to class consistently for at least 6 months before they're allowed to spar. Even then, it will always be up to their comfort level.

    The only exceptions to this are…

    • Students have had prior kickboxing and/or sparring experience.

    • Both the student and instructor agree that the student is ready to spar.

    If you have any other questions or concerns about sparring, please talk with your instructor.

  • Unless a new student has had previous martial arts training, we require any new students to have trained with us for at least a year—including sparring in class—before signing them up for competitions or tournaments. Aside from coming to class, students who want to compete will be assessed based on their level of technique and fundamentals.

    Competitive fighting of any sort is highly risky to anyone's health, and should be considered with the utmost care. While we applaud and support anyone who wants to compete in local fights or martial arts tournaments, we put a priority on safety before anything else.

    For anyone to be eligible for competitions, they must meet the following requirements:

    • Must be no younger than 16 years of age.

    • Must have proof of health insurance (either parent/guardian's or own policy)

    • Must have their own gear and equipment that is up to the organization's standards