Wrestling Australia is proud to present the 2026 National Wrestling Championships. This is an OPEN competition; Australian Citizenship is not required to participate.

SCHEDULE & AGE DIVISIONS

Age is determined by Year of Birth (the age the athlete turns in 2026), not the age on the day of the event.

Women’s Wrestling Showcase

To support the visibility of female participation, a dedicated women-only competition space will run from 9:00 am to 10:30 am on both days. All female matches will be held during this window.

• Saturday 9:00am to 10:30am is for Youth, Cadets and U20 girls.
• Sunday 9:00am to 10:30am is for U23 and Senior Age group women.

Exhibition Matches (Female Athletes Only)

To maximise mat time, sanctioned exhibition matches are available.

• Deadline: Requests for exhibition matches must be submitted THROUGH THIS FORM before standard registrations close.
• Deadline: Please send enquiries regarding the Women’s Wrestling Showcase to events@wrestling.com.au 
• Requirement: Both athletes must already be registered in an official weight class.
• Details Needed: Names, ages, weight classes, and written consent from both athletes and coaches.
• Note: Last-minute requests on the day cannot be accommodated. Exhibition matches are for females only! 

REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Membership: A valid Wrestling Australia Member ID is mandatory at the point of registration. All competitors must hold a current Senior or Junior National Level membership with Wrestling Australia and their State Association. You can register via the individual state’s membership portal: ACT | NSW | SA | QLD | WA | VIC 

International Competitors: Similar to other participants, International athletes must obtain a Wrestling Australia Membership for insurance and regulatory purposes. [Register for Membership Here].

SPECIAL POLICIES

Greco-Roman & Suplex Policy

• Greco-Roman: Only permitted for male wrestlers aged 18+ at the time of competition.
• Suplexes: Strictly prohibited for all athletes under the age of 18.

Age Upgrades

To compete in a higher age class, submit an application to events@wrestling.com.au prior to the registration deadline. [Download Application Form Here]. The application form needs to be printed and signed by the guardians as explained in the form! 

DISCOUNTS

• Multiple Divisions: * 2 Divisions: $20 discount (applied automatically at checkout).
• 3 Divisions: $30 discount (applied automatically at checkout).
• Sibling Discount: Families with multiple children (under 16 yrs) pay for only one entry.
• How to claim: Complete the Smoothcomp process for all siblings up to the payment stage. Only pay for one. Email proof of the preliminary entries to admin@wrestling.com.au well before the deadline for manual processing.

WEIGH-IN & UNIFORMS

• Proof of Age: Original Birth Certificate or Passport must be presented at weigh-in.
• Weight Classes: Wrestlers must be exactly on or under their nominated weight. Zero weight tolerance. No category changes are permitted after the registration deadline or on the day of the event. Failure to make weight results in forfeit.
• Uniforms: * Red and Blue singlets are required (must be worn at weigh-in for skin checks). BJJ rashguards are strictly not allowed. In Smoothcomp, the wrestler on top is Red and the wrestler on the bottom is Blue. Wrestlers must show up to the mat with the correct singlet. Following our strict 90-second arrival rule, we cannot wait more than 90 seconds for an athlete to be ready to go when they are called. 
• Wrestling boots are mandatory.
• Female athletes may wear a standard rashguard under their singlet for religious reasons and cover their hair with a sport-appropriate head cover. Plaese note that no loose clothing (t-shirt or loose shorts) is allowed. 

Strict 90-Second Arrival Rule

Please be advised that we will strictly enforce a 90-second arrival rule. Once an athlete is called to the mat, they have exactly 90 seconds to appear in the correct color singlet. Failure to do so will result in an immediate forfeit. Athletes are encouraged to remain in the staging area and monitor the bout sequences to avoid disqualification.  

COACHING & MEDIA

• Coaching Pass: Only registered coaches with a valid Wrestling Australia membership may sit in the corner.
• Rule: Strictly one coach per corner. Applications open 1st June.
• Media: Photographers/videographers must remain behind designated barriers. Only pre-approved media professionals with official and direct clearance from the organisers of the event are permitted on the mats. Please note that we do not allow individual photographers/videographers from clubs to be behind the barriers. 

INTEGRITY & EDUCATION (U20, U23, & SENIORS)

All Australian athletes must complete the Sport Integrity Australia online courses:

1. Anti-Doping Fundamentals
2. Annual Update 2026
3. Email your certificates to events@wrestling.com.au before registrations close. [Access Courses Here: https://elearning.sportintegrity.gov.au/user_login ]

TEAM RANKINGS (Smoothcomp Only)

• Points: Awarded only in divisions with 3+ participants.
• Best Seniors Team: Results from the second day: Seniors, U23
• Best Juniors Team: Results from the first day,  Cadets (6–13), U15, and U17 and U20
• Best Women’s Team: Results from Female Seniors, U23, and U20.
• Note: Team rankings are for informational/prestige purposes and do not affect individual results.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

By entering, athletes agree to abide by the Wrestling Australia Constitution, Code of Behaviour, National Integrity Framework, and Anti-Doping Policy. Participants acknowledge the physical risks of wrestling and confirm they are medically fit to compete. All entries include a media release for event photography and videography.

[Tips: How to Register via Smoothcomp]