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I started in 9th grade and was on varsity by 11th grade. I went to some summer camps though. I liked the sport and do wish I had started sooner.I would argue middle school is too late. Best to start out in Freestyle as young as possible. That's usually 6 and under. If you wait until middle school they will have to rely mainly on any physical advantage they have over other kids just to crack the lineup. Better if they already have knowledge of form, style, moves, counters, etc.Ask your kids if they want to wrestle and it’s best to start in Middle school as HS is too late .