Wrestling questions, answered
For new wrestlers, parents and families across the Valley. Boys and girls, men and women — all train with a purpose at Dead Shot.
Location & travel
Where is Dead Shot Wrestling Club located?
Our wrestling gym is at 1719 N Mayberry Rd, Alton, TX 78573. All regular practices take place at this Alton location. Call 956-933-6240 if you need help finding us.
Get directionsDo you serve Mission and the greater McAllen area?
Yes. We welcome wrestlers from Mission, McAllen, Edinburg, Pharr, Palmview and surrounding Rio Grande Valley communities. You train at our Alton gym; our city pages help families find the program from their own community.
Find your cityCan we travel from Harlingen, San Benito or Brownsville?
Yes. We already have families who travel from Harlingen, and we welcome inquiries from San Benito and Brownsville. Before making the trip, request a trial so staff can confirm the practice group and date. Check current directions and allow time for traffic.
Plan a trialDo you welcome wrestlers from La Grulla, Rio Grande City and Roma?
Yes. Families from La Grulla, Rio Grande City and Roma are welcome to inquire and train at our Alton location. Tell us where you are traveling from so we can discuss the schedule before you commit to the drive.
Ask about the scheduleGetting started
Is Dead Shot only for girls wrestling?
No. Dead Shot offers wrestling for male and female athletes. Our girls wrestling page highlights that pathway, while our club serves boys and girls as well as men and women. Contact us about the current group that fits your age and experience.
Explore wrestling programsCan my daughter start wrestling with no experience?
Yes. Beginners are welcome. Tell us her age and experience when requesting a trial so the coaches can help identify an appropriate starting group. She does not need a competitive record to get started.
Girls wrestlingWhat ages and practice groups do you offer?
Our regular posted schedule has an elementary group and a junior high/high school group. If you are asking about a younger child or an adult wrestler, contact the club to confirm current training options before visiting.
Ask about a groupHow does the free trial work?
Request a one-time free trial for the wrestler through our form. Staff will contact you to confirm the date, practice group and any required forms. Submitting the form is a request, not a confirmed booking. There is no obligation to purchase a membership.
Request a free trialWhat should we bring to the first practice?
Bring clean athletic clothing and a water bottle. Bring indoor wrestling shoes if you have them; if you do not, let staff know before the visit. Ask about any equipment and forms needed for your confirmed session.
Prepare for your trialTraining & schedule
When are wrestling practices?
Regular practices run Monday through Thursday. Elementary practice starts at 5:30 PM; junior high and high school practice starts at 7:00 PM, Central Time. Check the schedule and club announcements for changes, holidays and special events.
View the practice scheduleDo you offer beginner and competitive wrestling?
Yes. Dead Shot develops wrestlers from their first practices through competitive training and collegiate preparation. Staff can help identify a suitable level based on the athlete’s age, experience and goals.
See programsDo you help wrestlers prepare for college?
Collegiate preparation is part of our development pathway. Ask the coaches about training goals and preparation for the next level. Recruitment, admission and scholarships depend on the athlete and college; participation does not guarantee an offer.
Collegiate preparationMembership & lessons
How much does membership cost, and are there sibling discounts?
See the current membership information on our Join page and confirm the plan with staff. Ask how sibling discounts apply when enrolling more than one wrestler. Membership is associated with each wrestler, and families can manage their children under one household.
View membership informationCan I manage more than one child in the parent portal?
Yes. The parent portal is organized by household so a parent can access multiple wrestlers, their membership information, forms and club updates. Staff can help link your account to the correct household.
Parent portalHow do we pay membership dues?
Online membership card payments are not available yet. Contact the club or view your household billing page for current payment instructions and account information.
Ask about paymentsHow do I arrange a private wrestling lesson?
Contact the club about your wrestler’s goals and coach availability, or use the private-lesson section of your member portal. A request needs staff confirmation. Confirm the price, payment method and cancellation terms before the lesson.
Private wrestling lessonsClub communication
How will we hear about schedule changes and announcements?
Check the member calendar, announcements and messages in your portal, and keep your household contact information current. Staff may also email club updates. For a time-sensitive question or before a long drive, call the club at 956-933-6240.
Open the portalCan I ask questions before scheduling a trial?
Absolutely. Use the contact form to tell us what you would like to know, whether it is beginner training, girls wrestling, adult options, membership or private lessons. You can also call 956-933-6240 or email deadshotwrestling@gmail.com.
Contact the clubLet's find your starting point
Tell us about your wrestler and we'll help you take the next step.