MARIETTA, Ga. — The Life University Wrestling program continues to set the standard for summer development with its annual Individual Camp, held July 18–19, 2025, in Marietta, Georgia. Welcoming 80 wrestlers from six states across the Southeast, the two-day event featured five action-packed sessions focused on high-level training, technical instruction, and team-building experiences that go far beyond the mat.

Designed for athletes in grades 3–12 and incoming college freshmen, the camp delivered a premier experience for both new and returning wrestlers. Wrestlers participated in elite technique sessions led by Coach Omi Acosta, the Life U Coaching Staff, Ashley and Christian Flavin, Enock Francois, and Diana Shiflett, experienced a presentation and discussion on Nutrition, and engaged in activities that fostered a strong sense of community, competition, and growth.

"I'm extremely proud of how our camp system has evolved here at Life U, especially with the support and leadership of Coach Tre Horton. A huge thank you to Ashley and Christian Flavin from the Life U Women's Wrestling team for stepping up and helping make this camp a success. We're committed to continuing our work with the women's program to grow our camps, especially on the female side of the sport. It's always powerful for young girls to see female coaches leading, and that visibility is crucial for the next generation of female wrestlers." — Head Coach Omi Acosta

This year the Individual camp featured a guest speaker, Dr. Denise Pickett-Bernard, who works at the Nutrition Department at Life University. When asked about the experience, Dr. Pickett-Bernard said "I was happy to be able to speak to these young wrestlers at the Life University wrestling camp. This is really a great service for the community and the sport of wrestling overall." When asked about the importance of it Dr. Pickett-Bernard remarked that, "Nutrition goes hand in hand with sports, and I believe that it is really important to be able to provide this information to athletes as early as possible in their career." Coach Tre Horton had a few things to say about the nutrition presentation at camp as well. "We are so thankful to have had Dr. Denise Pickett-Bernard come out for camp. Being able to invest in our campers holistically on and off the mat is a large part of the mission of our camps."

From start to finish, the energy was undeniable. Athletes from across the Southeast brought their best, pushing themselves and one another throughout the sessions. The presence of top-tier coaches and role models helped reinforce the camp's mission: to build not just great wrestlers, but great people, on and off the mat.

The success of this year's Individual Camp adds momentum to Life U Wrestling's continued expansion of its summer and seasonal offerings. The program remains committed to delivering opportunities for all athletes, youth to college-bound, to learn, grow, and compete at the highest level. Upcoming 2025 Life U Wrestling Camps:
College Combine
Date: September 20, 2025
Grades: 9th–12th
Get in front of college coaches from top men's and women's programs across the country and gear up for the next level.
Coaches Development Camp
Date: October 11, 2025
Open to Youth, Middle, and High School Coaches, as well as Interested Parents
This hands-on clinic helps coaches build the tools and mindset needed to lead successful, values-driven programs.

Learn more and register at: www.lifeuniversitywrestlingcamps.com