Q: What is The Wrestle Factory?
A: The Wrestle Factory is a pro-wrestling school that trains men and women for roles as professional wrestlers, announcers, referees, managers, valets and more.

Q: What does the name "Chikara" mean?
A: Chikara is the Japanese word for strength and power.

Q: Who runs The Wrestle Factory?
A: The school is run by "Lightning" Mike Quackenbush and Claudio Castagnoli, longtime veterans of the independent circuit.

Q: How much is the tuition?
A: Wrestler training costs $3000, but a discounted rate of $2500 is offered for students who pay in advance in one lump sum. Payment plans are offered for periods as long as six months. A discounted rate applies to wrestlers that have previous training elsewhere.

Q: Where is the school located?
A: The school is currently running at the New Alhambra (formerly the ECW Arena) which is located in the heart of South Philly at the corner of Swanson & Ritner streets. The precise address is: 7 Ritner Street | Philadelphia, PA 19148

Q: What makes The Wrestle Factory different from other wrestling schools in the area?
A: The Wrestle Factory is the only training center in the United States currently teaching all styles of wrestling, from lucha libre to European style and everything else. Each student is also subject to continuous evaluation and re-evaluation by the trainer, who maintains a hands-on philosophy at every stage of their student's growth.

Q: How do I enroll at The Wrestle Factory?
A: You must pass a complete physical, which you can have performed by your regular physician. The Wrestle Factory requires written proof from your doctor that you are in good health, and are capable of regular, rigorous exercise. After passing your physical, contact Mike Quackenbush directly to schedule a visitation to the school, and to complete other necessary forms to enroll. Applicants with medical conditions that inhibit their ability to exercise will be accepted on an individual case basis. Please visit the front page for more information.

Q: How long is the course?
A: Each student is different, and therefore, the length of their training is different. Some students may move more quickly than others, some will advance more slowly. The students themselves determine the length of their training.