About Us

Train. Compete. Rise. — NYC's Premier Year-Round Wrestling Academy

Legion Wrestling Academy is a year-round competition team based in Midtown Manhattan, dedicated to developing wrestlers of all levels. With expert coaching, high-level training, and a focus on discipline and growth, we provide a dynamic environment for athletes to excel on and off the mat. Whether you're new to the sport or an experienced competitor, Legion is where NYC wrestlers come to train, compete, and rise to the next level.

Vision

At Legion Wrestling Academy, our vision is to build a community where dedication, discipline, and determination shape champions—on and off the mat. We strive to be NYC’s leading wrestling academy by developing athletes of all ages through world-class coaching, high-level competition, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Our goal is to empower each wrestler to reach their full potential and carry the values of the sport into every aspect of life.

Coaches

  • Ben Peck

    Fordham Prep ’14

    Muhlenberg College ’18

    Coaching Career:

    Fordham Prep 2018 - 2023

    Gardner-Webb University 2023 - 2024

    Collegiate School 2024 - Present

  • Alex Melikian 

    Lakeland High School ‘16

    Binghamton University’20

    NYSPHSAA Runner Up

    FloNationals All-American

    Coaching Career:
    Yorktown High School 2021 -2022

  • Travis Brown

    Massapequa High School

    New York University

    Coaching Career:

    Dalton School Head Coach and Assistant Coach since 1998.

  • Lachlan Rosato

    Brunswick School '18

    Davidson College '22

    2X CT Prep State Champion

  • Aidan Conroy

    Northfield Mount Herman '15

    Davidson College ‘19

    2x National Prep All-American