Portland, Oregon · Est. 1970

We Build
Champions.

Peninsula Wrestling Club is the elite wrestling community of Portland — now expanding with a second location in Oregon. Where all are welcome. Where champions are made.

USA Wrestling · Gold Medal Club
See What We're About

Where Champions Are Made

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Building Champions

Over 50 years developing athletes who win on and off the mat. Coach Pittman is a USA Wrestling Gold-level certified coach — one of fewer than 20 in the nation.

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Technique Development

From beginner to elite, our structured training program transforms raw potential into refined athletic excellence through disciplined technique work.

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Community Outreach

We serve the people of Oregon and Washington. At Peninsula, "All Means All." Wrestling is for every kid who's willing to show up and work.

Exciting News

Growing Our Roots

After decades of North Portland as our only home, we're expanding our roots with a second location. If you're an athlete or family interested in joining us, we want to hear from you.

Express Interest
"We teach people to see the hero and champion in themselves." — Coach Roy Pittman, Founder
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Practice & Event Schedule

Location 700 N Rosa Parks Way, Portland, OR 97217
Phone 503-314-7884
Press & Recognition

Peninsula Wrestling In the News

Hall of Fame

Roy Pittman — NW Wrestling Hall of Fame

Coach Pittman inducted into the Northwest Wrestling Hall of Fame, honoring a lifetime of service to the sport.

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KPTV · 2025

Teens Learn to Grapple With Life

Peninsula Wrestling at risk as Portland budget cuts threaten community center programs.

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KATU News

Wrestling Gym in Limbo

City budget cuts threaten the future of community programs including Peninsula Wrestling Club.

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Portland Parks · 2013

Portland Parks Honors Legendary Coach Roy

Portland Parks & Recreation honors Coach Roy Pittman for decades of dedication to youth wrestling.

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Boomer PDX

Roy Pittman: Off the Mat

A profile on Coach Pittman's life beyond wrestling and his lasting impact on Portland youth.

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Oregon Live · 2013

North Portland News Roundup

Peninsula Wrestling Club featured in Oregon Live's North Portland community coverage.

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Portland Tribune · 2022

Tyrell Fortune on Bellator 288

Portland native and Peninsula Wrestling alum Tyrell Fortune competes on the world MMA stage.

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Portland Tribune · 2025

Carrying the Torch at Lincoln Wrestling

How Peninsula Wrestling's legacy lives on through the next generation of Portland grapplers.

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LifeWorks NW

Roy Pittman — Community Leader

Coach Pittman recognized as a community leader and team member at LifeWorks NW.

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TV Feature

News Feature — Nick Krupke TV

Local television coverage spotlighting Peninsula Wrestling Club and Coach Pittman's mission.

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NW HOF

Lifetime Service to Wrestling Award

Coach Pittman receives the Lifetime Service to Wrestling Award from the Oregon chapter.

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Fightomic

Tyrell Fortune Fighter Profile

Peninsula Wrestling alum Tyrell Fortune profiled as a rising MMA competitor.

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▶ Video

Peninsula Wrestling — Feature Video

Watch the full feature video on Peninsula Wrestling Club and its championship legacy.

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