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May 22, 2019 Sports
The Guyana Wrestling Association recently concluded its first of a number of Wrestling Camps, which was held at the New Amsterdam Town Hall.
The camp was an introduction to wrestling for participants. Over thirty persons took part in this camp ranging from ages four to seventeen.
The participants had the opportunity to learn the basics of Wrestling through games which incorporated the basics of the discipline and some basic moves which kept them engaged, excited and focused.
The Camp was an overall success and thanks was expressed to coordinator of the camp Ms. Kerryanne Edwards, Mr. Charles Johnson, Mr. Byron Lindie and Mr. Marcello Small, President of Guyana Wrestling Association.
The Association plans to have several other camps over the following months as its plans to introduce in Guyana Greco Roman, Freestyle, Beach and Women Wrestling also Pankration a sporting event introduced into the Greek Olympic Games in 648 BC.
Gratitude is also extended to J’s Supermarket, Banks DIH LTD, J’s Printery, Bob & Sons Variety Store, Chenick & Sons Supermarket, Candy Boss, Mr. Michael Khan, Mr. Jason Rose and Staff of Mayor & Town Council New Amsterdam for their assistance.
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