Youth Wrestling Academy
GORILLA LABWRESTLING ACADEMY
Elite coaching, real discipline, and a culture that builds champions on and off the mat.
Rock County & beyond · Grade school through HS · Parker · Milton · Madison East
Sept - March
Pre and In-Season Sessions
From September through March, prepare wrestlers of every level for the season ahead.
About Gorilla Lab
Stronger bodies, sharper minds, and resilient spirits through coaching that develops the whole athlete.
Our Mission
We build stronger bodies, sharper minds, and resilient spirits through personalized training, mentorship, and discipline-driven coaching.
Through private lessons, group practices, nutrition coaching, strength and conditioning, and specialized events, athletes get the tools and environment to grow, compete, and thrive.
We do not just build wrestlers. We build good humans with great habits, ready to pursue excellence physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Bruce “The Silverback”
Bruce represents more than strength. He embodies leadership, discipline, and purpose-driven power: presence, wisdom, and protection of community.
True strength is built from the inside out. Lead with confidence, protect what you build, and elevate those around you through consistency and resilience.
Let's all strive to be like Bruce
Private lessons
1-on-1 focus
Group practice
Team intensity
Strength & mind
Full development
Meet the Coaches
Decades of mat experience and a people-first culture that develops athletes of integrity.
Wrestling is more than a sport to Cedric Gibson; it is the vehicle through which he found his purpose and the foundation for the Gorilla Lab Wrestling Academy. Cedric founded the Lab to build a family where young athletes transform into individuals of exceptional integrity, consistency, and commitment. His "people-first" philosophy ensures every student feels valued, fostering an environment where technical mastery is matched by character development. Cedric's own journey as a late starter who became a 2-time NCAA All-American and 7-time National Champion serves as a testament to the power of resilience and grit. A proven leader and former UW-Whitewater team captain, he was recently recognized as part of the NCAA D3 Region V Coaching Staff of the Year. By maintaining roles with UW-Whitewater and the Badger RTC, Cedric provides his athletes with a direct bridge to the highest levels of the sport.
Training Locations
Premier high school facilities across Wisconsin. Visit a location near you.
Programs & Pricing
Choose the path that fits your athlete. Clear options from seasonal sessions to year-round private work.
Contact Us
Questions about programs or ready to enroll? Send a message and we will get back to you soon.
gorillalabwrestling@gmail.com
Phone
630-605-2000
Hours
Monday-Sunday, 9am-6pm
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Cedric Gibson Jr
Founder & Head Coach
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Seasonal sessions, memberships, and private lessons for wrestlers at every level.
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