Boys weight classes
| # | Class (lb) | With growth allowance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 106 | 109 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 2 | 113 | 116 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 3 | 120 | 123 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 4 | 126 | 129 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 5 | 132 | 135 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 6 | 138 | 141 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 7 | 144 | 147 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 8 | 150 | 153 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 9 | 157 | 160 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 10 | 165 | 168 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 11 | 175 | 178 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 12 | 190 | 193 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 13 | 215 | 218 lb after March 1, 2027 |
| 14 | 285 | 288 lb after March 1, 2027 |
Girls weight classes
| # | Class (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 100 |
| 2 | 107 |
| 3 | 114 |
| 4 | 120 |
| 5 | 126 |
| 6 | 132 |
| 7 | 138 |
| 8 | 145 |
| 9 | 152 |
| 10 | 165 |
| 11 | 185 |
| 12 | 235 |
Growth allowance
- +2 lb starting December 25, 2026
- +1 lb starting March 1, 2027
Consecutive day allowance: +1 lb on the second day of back to back competition.
Weight certification and hydration
- Hydration test limit: not listed in the handbook
- Descent plan ends: Invalid Date
How weight classes work in Wisconsin wrestling
Wisconsin uses different class systems for boys and girls high school wrestling in 2026-27. Boys compete in the NFHS 14-class lineup, from 106 through 285 lb, while girls compete in Wisconsin’s own 12-class lineup, from 100 through 235 lb, according to the WIAA 2026-27 wrestling regulations
The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) keeps a distinct girls list rather than adopting the NFHS girls 14-class model.
This matters when you compare classes with wrestlers from other states. Wisconsin girls have different gaps between weight classes, so a target from a national chart may not match an available state class.
Use the tables on this page when comparing options, then check your certified minimum before selecting your goal.
Wisconsin growth allowance and weigh-in rules
Wisconsin’s growth allowance schedule changes through the season. The WIAA provides 2 lb beginning December 25, an additional 1 lb on the regional tournament date for girls or sectional tournament date for boys, and another 1 lb on March 1; growth and consecutive-day allowances cannot create eligibility for a lower class, according to the WIAA regulations
| Allowance event | Amount |
|---|---|
| December 25 | 2 lb |
| Girls regional or boys sectional | Additional 1 lb |
| March 1 | Additional 1 lb |
| Consecutive-day allowance | 1 lb per day |
There is also a special condition for minimum weights established after December 25: you must complete a scratch weigh-in before using the growth allowance.
A scratch weigh-in means you meet the class limit without relying on that allowance.
Rule check: Do not combine allowances to justify entering a lower class than your certification permits. Confirm the applicable tournament limit with your coach.
Weight certification in Wisconsin
Wisconsin uses skinfold testing to establish minimum wrestling weights. The published testing window begins October 19, 2026.
The regulations use minimum body fat standards of 7% for boys and 19% for girls. With parental permission, a wrestler may go 2% lower, subject to the February 1 permission deadline.
Your minimum-weight data must be submitted by noon on the Tuesday before the first round of tournament competition. This is a data-submission deadline, not a statement that your descent schedule automatically ends then.
| Certification checkpoint | Wisconsin requirement |
|---|---|
| Skinfold testing begins | October 19, 2026 |
| Boys body fat floor | 7% |
| Girls body fat floor | 19% |
| Lower-floor permission deadline | February 1 |
| Minimum-weight data deadline | Noon Tuesday before first tournament round |
The regulations do not list the urine specific gravity threshold or hydration retest waiting period. Those instructions are provided to schools separately.
Ask your coach for the current hydration procedure rather than assuming another state’s standard applies.
Planning your season in Wisconsin
Wisconsin’s tournament-specific allowances make early planning useful. A weight limit that applies during a regular-season meet may not be the same as the one used later.
Start with the weight certification calculator to estimate your minimum. Use the descent plan calculator to compare your target against your certification date.
If your minimum is established after the holiday allowance begins, make sure you understand the scratch weigh-in condition.
If you are considering the lower body fat option, discuss the required permission early instead of leaving it until tournament season.
Safety: Do not rely on rapid weight loss or dehydration to make a tournament class. A sustainable eating routine should support your training and recovery.
Source
WIAA Wrestling (Boys & Girls) Season Regulations, Winter 2026-27 (Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA)). Last checked October 28, 2026.