VALENTIN KALIKA INTERNATIONAL WRESTLING CAMPSince 2004Gori, Georgia 🇬🇪
TRAIN WITH OLYMPIC & WORLD CHAMPIONSSESSION 1June 22 – July 1, 2026
SESSION 2July 1 – July 10, 2026 -SPECIAL BONUS FOR SESSION 2 : The first 8 athletes who register for the second session will receive complimentary admission to the RAF Professional Wrestling League event in Tbilisi on July 11, 2026.
FULL CAMP EXPERIENCEJune 22 – July 10, 2026
Train Freestyle and Greco-Roman Wrestling in a high-level international training environment with athletes from around the world.
3 training sessions daily • Elite coaching • Limited spots available
CAMP PRICE $1650 per session
FULL CAMP EXPERIENCE from June 22 to July 10, 2026 - $3000
Room and board, airport transportation, sightseeing, and training are included.Flights to Georgia are not included.
$400 deposit required upon registration to secure your spot. Spots are limited.
Beginners friendly.
Open to all ages:
Athletes under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or nanny.
Contact:Valentin Kalika +1 949-293-3844 (phone, WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram)Email: moc.liamg%40wakilakv
Valentin Kalika International Wrestling Camp | Gori, Georgia 🇬🇪
Train with World and Olympic Champions at the annual Valentin Kalika International Wrestling Camp in Georgia, one of the most respected international wrestling camps in Europe.
This is a pure wrestling camp, focused on Freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling, held in the historic city of Gori, a legendary center of the Georgian wrestling school. Georgia is globally recognized for producing Olympic and World Champions, and its national team consistently ranks among the strongest in the world.
Georgia is not only a world-recognized center of Olympic and World champions — it is also a breathtaking country known for its hospitality, outstanding cuisine, and vibrant culture. With convenient connections from Europe and visa-free entry for most countries, it is an easy and exciting destination for athletes and families alike.
Olympic & World-Class Wrestling Coaches
This camp will feature legendary Olympic Champions:
● Vladimir Khinchegashvili — Olympic Champion & World Champion● Geno Petriashvili — Olympic Champion & multiple-time World Champion● Avtandil Kentchadze — World Champion
They will be joined by elite Georgian wrestlers and coaches, including my personal student Avtandil Kentchadze, World Champion, as well as Cadet, Junior, and Senior World Champions.
The host wrestling school is recognized as the strongest wrestling school in Georgia and, based on the most recent European Championship results, is ranked #1 in Europe.
About the Camp & Coaching Philosophy
I am Valentin Kalika, USA Olympic Wrestling Coach, and founder of the International Wrestling Camp system since 2004.
My coaching philosophy is based on long-term athlete development — not quick results, but building champions step by step.
Through this system:
- I developed the first Olympic Champion in the history of USA women’s wrestling, who defeated an undefeated Japanese legend — a 3-time Olympic Champion and 13-time World Champion.
- I also developed another Olympic Champion who became the youngest athlete in U.S. history to win both a World and Olympic gold medal.
- In total, my athletes have earned 2 Olympic gold medals and 10 World Championship gold medals.
These results are the outcome of a long-term international wrestling development system, combining American and Soviet wrestling methodologies, elite technical detail, discipline, and competitive mindset.
The technical focus of the camp includes:
• Freestyle Wrestling• Greco-Roman Wrestling• Hand fighting, pressure, grip control, and balance breaking• Olympic-level positioning, transitions, and finishes
Additional Value for Grappling & Jiu-Jitsu Athletes
While this is a wrestling camp, the training is highly beneficial for Grappling and Jiu-Jitsu athletes who want to improve their wrestling foundation.
Grapplers benefit from:
• Elite wrestling takedown systems• Clinch control and positional dominance• Transitions from standing to ground• Pressure, balance breaking, and top control• Wrestling skills that directly translate to No-Gi and Gi competition
Many grapplers attend specifically to upgrade their wrestling, not to train Jiu-Jitsu techniques.
Camp Dates & Possible Second Session
Main Camp Dates:
June 22 – July 1, 2026
⚠️ Important Notice:
Depending on demand, an additional wrestling camp session may be added in July 2026.
Location:
📍 Gori, Georgia 🇬🇪
One of Europe’s most respected wrestling cities and home to Olympic and World Champions.
Who Can Attend:
• Open to all ages• Athletes under 14 years old must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or nanny• Designed primarily for Wrestlers (Freestyle & Greco-Roman)• Also suitable for Grapplers seeking elite wrestling development
What’s Included:
• 3 meals per day
• Sightseeing and cultural experiences
• Typical daily training schedule:
• 1 outdoor wrestling session before breakfast
• 2 mat wrestling sessions per day
• On sightseeing days: 1 mat wrestling session
✈️ Flights to Georgia are not included
Pricing and Deposit
Camp price: $1650
Deposit to reserve your spot:
• $400 deposit — starting March 10
Spots are limited. A deposit is required to secure participation.
Accepted payment methods:
• PayPal • Venmo • Zelle
Contact Info
Coach: Valentin Kalika
Instagram: @valentinkalika
Phone: +1 (949) 293-3844
WhatsApp | Viber | Telegram available