Theatrical wrestling school
Who needs a license?
Any facility that offers training in theatrical wrestling which is defined as the performance of sports entertainment in which:
- 2 or more participants work together in a performance of mock combat in a ring for the purpose of entertainment;
- The outcome is predetermined; or
- The participants do not necessarily strive to win.
A theatrical wrestling school:
- May hold wrestling events for training purposes at the school facility
- May hold a limited number of wrestling events for training purposes off the school premises
- May charge an event admission fee without a promoter license
- Must feature at least 80% amateur participants at any wrestling event held by the school
Licensing requirements
You must be at least 18 years of age.
- Have an established place of business that offers training in theatrical wrestling.
- Have an active business license through the Department of Revenue.
If you change your location or ownership, you must apply for a new license.
What you'll need
- A SecureAccess Washington (SAW) account to apply online.
- If you don't have one, you'll be able to create one before you start.
- For help visit How to set up account access.
How to apply
You can file online or by mail.
Online
File onlineBy mail
Apply and pay by mail.
Send the following:
- Completed Theatrical Wrestling School License Application/Renewal.
- Check or money order for the fee - payable to Department of Licensing
Mail to:
Department of Licensing
PO Box 9026
Olympia, WA 98507
PO Box 9026
Olympia, WA 98507
Questions? Need help?
- Email us: plssunit@dol.wa.gov
- Call us: 360.664.6644