About The Basics Plus Wrestling System:
The Basics Plus Wrestling System is the most innovative wrestling curriculum available, combining two methods of instruction and training into a comprehensive cutting edge system.
The Basics System of Instruction and Learning focuses on teaching individual skills and techniques, while improving the overall athleticism of young and beginning wrestlers. The Basics System provides the foundation for learning more complex skills and concepts as a wrestler progresses.
The Plus System of Wrestling is designed to meet the needs of intermediate and advanced wrestlers. Rather than focusing on individual skills and techniques, the Plus System emphasizes concepts and strategies. Wrestlers go beyond simple techniques, instead learning more advanced combinations and series- from set up to finish. Here, wrestlers review the basics and then move on to more complex techniques that allow them to formulate and enhance a style of wrestling most suitable to their skill set.
Highlights of the Basics Plus Training Program
A Cutting Edge Training Program Based on Sports Science:
The Basics Plus Wrestling Camp was developed using the latest in sport science (motor learning, motor development, sport psychology, nutrition, strength and conditioning) to maximize the progression of each individual wrestler. A dynamic student-centered approach allows wrestlers of various learning and wrestling styles to be accommodated and taught according to their skill level, while learning how to prepare their mind and body for optimal performance. Daily workshops cover goal setting, nutrition, strength and conditioning training, and many other performance topics.
Emphasis on a Perpetual Learning Experience:
The Basics Plus Wrestling Camp is designed to provide athletes with the tools that they will need to succeed at the sport of wrestling and beyond. In fact, the goal is not only to instill the knowledge into each individual athlete that he/she needs to continue to progress long after his/her final day of camp but also to stimulate the interest and curiosity of all participants so that they will seek and yearn for more (perpetual learning).
Learning Aids for Advanced Retention of Material:
Each athlete will learn to train more efficiently and effectively so that they can reach their own potential. Special learning aids are provided to assist with the learning and retention of material. All 10 and 12 Day PLUS participants receive a Performance Journal and Binder to take notes and record daily goals.
About the Basics Plus Wrestling Staff:
All Basics Plus Wrestling Staff Members are trained to understand and implement the Basics Plus Wrestling System. Additionally, staff members attend a full orientation to understand the goals, expectations, and structure of the camp.
Mid-Atlantic Camp Staff:
Director: Earl Walker
Earl Walker holds a doctorate in Counseling Psychology, specializing in Sport and Exercise Psychology and is also a National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) - Certified Personal Trainer. As a competitor, Earl Walker achieved Division I NCAA College Wrestling All-American status, was a former #1 Nationally ranked collegiate wrestler, National High School Wrestling Champion, and 2x Delaware State Wrestling Champion. He was honored as the Male Collegiate Athlete of the Year at Boston University in 1993 and has been inducted into three athletic hall of fames (Delaware Wrestling, South Jersey Wrestling and Boston University Athletic). He also served as an assistant wrestling coach at Boston University for seven years, coaching several NCAA tournament qualifiers, and one eventual NCAA All-American. Additionally, he has instructed and directed wrestling camps for well over a decade.
Dr. Walker is a true scholar-athlete and continues to make positive contributions to the sport of wrestling and young athletes. Utilizing his athletic experience and academic training, Dr. Walker developed the Basics Plus Wrestling System and the Basics Plus Wrestling Camp, the Self Realization Model and Approach to Performance, and co-invented the new Snap and Shoot Takedown System.
Mid-Atlantic Camp Coaches:
- Sanshiro Abe: Japan Olympic Team, NCAA Champion, 4x NCAA All-American, Assistant Coach at Pittsburg University
- Paul Collier: 2x NCAA Qualifier, 3x DE State Champion, All Military Champion
- Tod Giles: NCAA All-American, 2x U.S. National Greco-Roman Team Member
- John Hughes: NCAA National Champion, 4x PA State Champion
- Russ Hughes: NCAA All-American
- Noel Loban: Olympic Bronze Medalist
- Ken Melchoir: NCAA Champion
- Bryan Stout: 4x NCAA All-American
- Sheldon Thomas: NCAA National Champion, 3x NCAA All-American, U.S. National Freestyle Team Member
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