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UWW Level 1 Coaching, Referee Courses in India Attract Over 70 Participants

Wednesday, April 10, 2019 - 01:27 By United World Wrestling Press

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HARYANA, India (April 10) - The Wrestling Federation of India, in cooperation with United World Wrestling, held a Level 1 Coaching Course and Introduction to Refereeing Course at the Northern Regional Centre Sonipat in Haryana, India, March 13-17.


The 8-day courses attracted more than 70 potential referees and coaches from across India. The courses were delivered by UWW educators Georgi SREDKOV (BUL) and Davor PETANJEK (CRO).


Both courses taught participants the essential skills necessary to sharpen their skillset and provide tools for them to develop their wrestling programs efficiently within their clubs and regions.

The courses were interactive, giving attending referees and coaches the chance to practice sharpening classroom skills on the mats.

The Wrestling Federation of India expressed its ongoing support of United World Wrestling’s Grow Wrestling initiatives and desire to cooperate with other projects related to development of wrestling across India.

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Estonia searching for Greco-Roman head coach for LA 2028 cycle

Monday, August 26, 2024 - 12:23 By United World Wrestling Press

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TALLIN, Estonia (August 26) --- The Estonian Wrestling Federation is searching for a Greco-Roman head coach  for the LA 2028 Olympic cycle (2025-'28). 

Here are the roles and responsibilities for the head coaching position: 

  • Preparing athletes for championships and 2028 Olympic Games
  • Accompanying athletes during training camps and competition 
  • Preparing a yearly preparation and competition plan, following that plan 
  • Preparing a yearly budget for the team, following that budget 
  • Communication with other medical professionals and physical preparation coach concerning the athlete's physical health and preparation 
  • Communication with other countries head coaches
  • Communication with the Estonian Wrestling Federation concerning the training and budget plans
  • Be ready to help out our coach education program with 2-day course aimed to develop our club level coaches annually. 

Location: Estonia (day to day work)

Additional work trips with the team all over the world, mainly Europe (competitions and training camps).

Application process: Send a preparation and competition plan, as a motivation letter, with an estimate budget for the year 2025 (how you would see it for our Greco-Roman wrestling team) to est@uww.org

Salary: Salary is negotiable.  With your application please but forward expectation for your salary. 

Deadline for applications: November 30, 2024

If you have any additional questions, please contact the Estonian Federation directly. 

Contact information:
Secretary General: Jaanika Kaljola (EST;RUS) | Phone: +3725149591

Project manager: Velja Andruse (EST; ENG) | Phone: +372 5657 2067