Join us for a beginners workshop on the Sport of Submission Wrestling! Open to LGBTQ and allies. No previous experience required! This is a low intensity class where you'll learn basic moves in a low pressure, welcoming environment.

BY DONATION: Give what you can, but also come by for free! We love donations, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: venue is up 2 flights of stairs.

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Ever wanted to get into submission wrestling but weren't sure where to start? Want to throw down with friends at a party, but aren't sure how to avoid injury? We've got a workshop that could help with that!

Submission Wrestling is a full-body-entanglement sport. Partners lock up, grapple for control, and attempt to make each other surrender by using submission holds.

This workshop will provide newcomers with a set of basic tactics and techniques that will allow them to hit the mats right away.

We'll cover:
- Safety! How to play rough while minimizing risk.
- Objectives! Positions and submissions.
- And most importantly, HOW TO START by making first contact.

There will also be an opportunity for participants to try their new skills against resistance ("live training"), if they wish.

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ATTIRE: We recommend comfortable athletic clothing, such as t-shirts and shorts, rash guards, yoga pants, or anything that allows easy movement and isn't overly baggy. No belt buckles or other hardware, please.

OBSERVERS WELCOME: If you are nervous about getting on the mats for a first time, you can come and just watch. Meet fellow attendees, ask questions, and check out what's going on here.