REFINERY RTC Wrestling Club
About
REFINERY RTC Wrestling Club in Hartford, CT offers training in MMA and wrestling, providing a comprehensive environment for athletes of all levels. The club is led by a dedicated coaching team including Head Coaches and Co Founders Keith Lynch, a state and nationally recognized award winner, and Nick Weyer, alongside Coach Matt Pangle, an Academic All American. Members benefit from a team store partnership with adidas, ensuring access to quality gear. The coaching staff is praised for their deep technical knowledge and year round commitment, focusing on in depth skills that complement school programs and prepare athletes for competition seasons and other sports.
reviewsWhat Members Say
Members consistently praise the coaching staff, particularly Coach Nick and Coach Keith, for their exceptional knowledge and ability to teach advanced techniques that schools often don't cover. Reviewers highlight significant improvements in their children's wrestling skills, noting the coaches' dedication to year round training and preparation for various sports. The gym is described as having a special, welcoming community atmosphere where coaches genuinely care about the kids. Specific accolades include state and national coaching awards, with no negative feedback mentioned in the reviews.
rate_reviewGoogle Reviews (5)
ACI Dynamix
4 months ago
One of the best wrestling clubs in CT! The technique and attention the coaches put into the kids brings them to the next level!
Scott Horner
2 years ago
My son goes to the refinery and his wrestling has improved so much. They will teach you in-depth skills that the schools wont teach you. Coach Nick & Keith are some of the best coaches in the state and really know how to get the kids to understand new techniques.
Kate Thorpe-Fay
4 months ago
Such a great group of coaches, kids, and community. Some might even say magical...they make my husband disappear 5 months a year! 🤣
Ken Reino
4 months ago
Coach Nick and Coach Keith have built something special, and we are glad to have found them. Their commitment to their wrestling program is outstanding and unrivaled in the area, working year round to not only be the best, but stay the best. Enough good things cannot be said, come see for yourself!
bill l
4 months ago
Great coaches that care about the kids. Very knowledgeable, and prepare the kids for wrestling season and any other sport they are involved in. Be ready to put in the work.
fitness_centerAmenities
scheduleHours
Monday: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
groupCoaches & Instructors
Keith Lynch
Head Coach / Co-Founder
State Class LL Assistant Coach of the Year (2019, 2020), National Wrestling Coaches Association CT Assistant Coach of the Year (2019)
Co-founded The Refinery RTC. Former Danbury High School Assistant Coach (since 2016), winning multiple state and conference championships. Former youth club coach.
Nick Weyer
Head Coach / Co-Founder
Co-founded The Refinery RTC. Began coaching in 2006. Former Danbury Youth Wrestling Coach and Danbury High School Assistant Coach (2009-2012). Later coached at club level.
Matt Pangle
Coach
Academic All-American (Messiah University)
Recently welcomed to The Refinery coaching team. Brings incredible skills, technique, and a love for the sport.