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Coaching Catch™ Certification Program
Become a Certified Catch Wrestling Coach
Earn the rank that matters. Hybrid training. Real lineage. No belts. No fluff.
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The only catch wrestling coaching certification co-developed with Billy Robinson and backed by the Karl Gotch lineage — studied online, verified in person by an Elite Coach, and proven at CatchCon.
| ✓ Direct lineage from Robinson, Gotch, Schalles, & Miletich |
| ✓ Hybrid pathway — online study plus live in-person verification |
| ✓ 3,050+ pages of classic texts in the Fighting Library |
| ✓ Listed globally on ScientificWrestling.com as a certified coach |
Certification Fee
$797 one-time
Covers your certification and first year listed as an active coach. $9/month ($108/yr, billed annually) starting year two to remain active and listed.
START YOUR CERTIFICATION →
Your cauliflower ear is your status. Your certificate is your authority.
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We sell difficulty
Most martial arts hand out colored fabric to keep you paying monthly dues. We don't do that. At Scientific Wrestling we install coaches — grapplers who study the curriculum inside our LMS, get verified in person by an Elite Coach, and prove it live at CatchCon. This is not a YouTube certification. It is a direct transfer of knowledge from the greats, verified in person and proven under pressure.
An apprenticeship with the greats
Every technique, principle, and drill traces back to the source:
Billy Robinson
The British Lion |
The only curriculum co-developed with the Head Coach of the legendary Wigan Snake Pit. His system is the root of everything we teach. |
Karl Gotch
The God of Wrestling |
Competition ruleset co-developed with the man who defined what authentic catch wrestling looks like under pressure. |
Wade Schalles
Guinness Record Holder |
Pinning mechanics from the holder of the Guinness World Record for most wins and pins in amateur wrestling history. |
Pat Miletich
UFC Coach, Champion, & Hall of Famer |
MMA curriculum bridging catch wrestling and elite competition — from the Hall of Famer & Coach of 11 world MMA Champions. |
The hybrid coaching pathway
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Step 1 · Online
The Download
Coaching Catch Foundations in the LMS: core concepts (pressure, pain, pins), signature hooks & rides, and business positioning.
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Step 2 · Live
The Grind
You cannot certify from a keyboard. Attend a seminar, camp, or private with an Elite Coach who checks your movement, pressure, and coachability.
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Step 3 · Compete
The Show
Validate your skills at CatchCon or an approved testing event. The scoreboard talks.
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Step 4 · Certified
The Rank
Official CCW Coach: authorized to teach the curriculum, full resource library access, and a listing in the global coach database.
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What you get when you enroll
| Video Curriculum |
Structured modules on technique and strategy. Learn at your own pace, verify in person. |
| History & Lineage |
Know the story so you can teach the story — the lineage that makes the certification credible. |
| The Fighting Library |
Over 3,050 pages of classic texts — one of the most comprehensive catch wrestling reference libraries available. |
| Global Verification |
Listed on ScientificWrestling.com as a verified coach — visible to students, gyms, and event promoters worldwide. |
| Affiliate Eligibility |
Unlock the business-building toolkit and the option to claim an exclusive territory in your region (optional upgrade). |
What they're saying
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“Scientific Wrestling was the best investment I've ever made. The techniques are unique and effective.”
Simon Gotch
Professional Wrestler
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“Jake Shannon is the best. Merely shaking hands with this gentleman can bring about an infinity of pain!”
Bob Calhoun
Author
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“Head Coach Jake Shannon has picked up right where the legends left off. Scientific Wrestling is the undisputed leader.”
Coach David Petrone
Blackout Grappling
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Frequently Asked Questions
Assistant Coach certification requires approximately 10 camps (250 units), while Full Coach requires about 20 camps (500 units). You can accelerate this through competitions, conditioning challenges, and knowledge tests.
Yes, but camp attendance is the primary pathway. You can earn additional units through competitions, conditioning tests, written exams, and other approved activities.
Scientific Wrestling is the only program with a curriculum co-developed by Billy Robinson and endorsed by Karl Gotch. This authentic lineage traces directly back to the legendary Wigan Snake Pit.
No. The program welcomes all skill levels. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced grappler, the curriculum is designed to build authentic catch wrestling skills progressively.
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Get certified. Be legendary.
$797 one-time
Includes your first year active. $9/month ($108/yr) starting year two.
ENROLL NOW → |
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