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Hub Wrestling Pop-Up
New to wrestling? Looking to meet like minded guys in the area? Wanting to improve your own skills and abilities? Hub Wrestling might be for you! We're a new up-and-coming LGBTQ+ amateur wrestling group starting up in the city of Boston!
We’re bringing the mat out to Boston Common for The Mat Is Out, a casual pop-up wrestling event next Saturday, September 12 at 10:30 AM. We’ll be at the Soldiers & Sailors Monument on the Boston Common.
We've had one practice so far, and some of those people who came to our first practice will likely be there. We’ll be doing some mobility training, HIIT workouts, wrestling, and going over fundamentals. You definitely won’t be behind or walking into something you’re expected to already know. But honestly, it’s very low key. There’s no sign-up, no fee, and no expectation that you have to wrestle. You’re welcome to come meet some of the Hub folks, watch what we’re doing, hang out, or jump on the mat if you feel like giving it a try.
NJWoodbridge (142)
9/07/2026 10:27 PMGood luck with this adventure!!!
RudeWrestler (4 )
9/08/2026 6:56 PM(In reply to this)
Thank you! We’re excited to get started up here!
maineagle93 (198 )
9/08/2026 4:52 PMCheering you guys on from the DC club!
RudeWrestler (4 )
9/08/2026 6:56 PM(In reply to this)
Thank you! Can’t wait to get established and one day have our teams meet on the mats.
NJWoodbridge (142)
9/08/2026 7:47 PM(In reply to this)
I don't know MaineEagle93 - that sounds like a challenge, doesn't it. hehe
maineagle93 (198 )
9/08/2026 9:13 PM(In reply to this)
It does! But honestly the biggest challenge is getting these clubs off the ground and working, so I'm all supportive right now, even if he pins me in a second :P
joewrestler (166)
9/09/2026 10:27 PMThis is so cool! Hope you have a good showing and a fun time! I would love to attend something like this :)
RudeWrestler (4 )
9/10/2026 9:41 PM(In reply to this)
Thank you! Excited to start something up in Boston and hoping we can get a good consistent group going.
joewrestler (166)
9/10/2026 10:36 PM(In reply to this)
Slightly related, maybe...I was in Austin two weekends ago and went to Barton Springs and found myself on a floating platform doing aqua jiu-jitsu, or aqua jits, as they call it, and it was a blast. A floating platform with mats sitting on top and you tapout or splash out – it almost becomes like a sumo match up as you roll your opponent off the platform and into the natural spring pool. Open to anyone and everyone. There is not a lot of serious jiu-jitsu happening unless two evenly guys get on the mats. Mostly just for fun and the guy that sets it up uses it to try and introduce fun movement and perhaps become interested in jiu-jitsu. Everyone was great and very respectable and having fun.
wrestlestud (1)
9/10/2026 7:58 PMI think this is great. Wish there was something similar in LA. Good luck guys!
RudeWrestler (4 )
9/10/2026 9:42 PM(In reply to this)
Check around to see if something does exist, and if not, it’s a perfect opportunity to start something new yourself!
wrestlestud (1)
9/10/2026 9:53 PM(In reply to this)
I had quick look but didn’t find anything. I also wouldn’t know where to start.
maineagle93 (198 )
9/10/2026 10:07 PM(In reply to this)
Try the Southern California Wrestling Club!
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1D1nwLQRBV/
wrestlestud (1)
9/10/2026 10:27 PM(In reply to this)
I have actually trained there before for a month. Timing wasn’t working. I should sign up again.