Catch wrestling enthusiasts will have the opportunity to train under two prominent wrestling influencers alongside MMA legends in a three-day immersive training event.
-- Scientific Wrestling has announced that coaches Carolyn Wester and JJ Howland will join UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich and former multi-organization MMA champion Frank Shamrock as instructors at CatchCon 2026. The three-day catch wrestling immersion training camp is scheduled for May 1-3, 2026, at the Aniciete Training Club in Las Vegas, Nevada.
More information about the event is available at https://CatchCon.us
A representative from Scientific Wrestling explained that the addition of Wester and Howland expands an already high-profile coaching lineup and reflects the organization’s continued effort to blend established championship experience with modern instructional voices. “CatchCon 2026 offers an advanced training opportunity for grappling practitioners seeking in-depth exposure to catch wrestling under some of the most skilled practitioners of the combat sport,” they noted.
JJ Howland, a former U.S. Marine, has gained a significant following online, amassing more than 500,000 followers on Instagram. He is widely recognized for his chain wrestling knowledge, motivational content, and instructional videos that appeal to both beginner and experienced grapplers.
Meanwhile, Carolyn Wester is a well-known wrestling and combat sports coach, recognized for her work with Wrestling Prep and her unique approach to coaching that emphasizes mobility and body leveraging to optimize athletic performance. She has coached at high-profile events including UFC, Bellator, and international wrestling championships, and has coached Olympic freestyle gold medalist Amit Elor.
They will teach alongside Pat Miletich, who trained 11 MMA world champions through Miletich Fighting Systems, and Frank Shamrock, whose championship success across multiple major MMA organizations has long been associated with high-level catch wrestling expertise.
“The combined experience of our instructors positions CatchCon 2026 as a premier destination for practitioners interested in the technical and historical foundations of catch wrestling,” the spokesperson added.
Catch wrestling, often described as a more punishing grappling discipline, emphasizes submissions and pins through pressure and pain. This differs significantly from the position-based strategies commonly associated with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. The style has demonstrated effectiveness in MMA competition, with notable fighters throughout the sport’s history having successfully applied catch wrestling techniques against BJJ rivals.
CatchCon 2026 departs from traditional seminar formats by offering a full immersion model that includes dual certification opportunities in Catch Wrestling Coaching and Macebell training. Scientific Wrestling, which has maintained formal certification standards since 2006, designed the three-day camp to provide credential-backed instruction for practitioners pursuing professional development.
In addition to instructional sessions, the event will feature competitive components, including King of Catch singles and Shoot Pro tag team tournaments. Winners in each division will compete for $1,000 in prize money.
Those interested in registration details, pricing, and additional information about CatchCon 2026 may visit https://CatchCon.us
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