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

By mail

Apply and pay by mail.

Send the following:

• Completed Theatrical Wrestling School License Application.
• Check or money order for the fee - payable to Department of Licensing

Mail to:

Questions? Need help?

• Email us: plssunit@dol.wa.gov
• Call us: 360.664.6644