How to Make Wrestling Rings

Wrestling, in the form of professional wresting, has been a spectator sport for thousands of youths. By creating a smaller version of the ring used by the wrestlers, the spectators can then re-enact the action and drama that they have seen on their favorite television programs, while sparing the beds and the valuables in the home.

Things You'll Need

  • Shovel or post hole digger
  • 4 heavy-duty posts, 6 feet long
  • 12 bungee ropes
  • Plywood
  • 2-inch deep (or more) foam
  • Tarp
  • Sewing machine
  • Cement
  • Waterproof Glue
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Instructions

  1. Building A Ring

    • 1

      Mark out the size of the ring. Make sure it is not too close to fences, posts, or trees. These objects can hurt or kill a person jumping onto the object, jumping from the object, or hitting the object. This area should be flat.

    • 2

      Dig holes for ring posts with either the shovel or post hole. These holes should be at least 2 feet deep. The depth should be the same for each post hole. Make sure that the space between each post is equal, creating a square. While the sizes of the rings can vary significantly, the shape should not.

    • 3

      Place each of the 6-foot-tall posts in the ground and fill the hole with cement. Make sure the posts remain vertical and do not tip while the cement dries. This will add stability to the post in order to hold the weight of the individual bouncing off the ropes or climbing the posts. Allow the cement to dry before continuing. The drying, or curing, period of the cement will vary based upon the type of cement used.

    • 4

      Attach bungee ropes to the posts at 1-foot intervals. The space between the bottom rope and the ground should be 1 foot. This will provide stability between the posts and allow for participants to bounce off the ropes with minimal risk of injury.

    • 5

      Place plywood on the ground and apply a waterproof glue to the plywood. Make sure the entire ground is covered and that the glue is facing up. There is no need to secure the plywood to the ground, as it should not move due to the weight and size of it.

    • 6

      Lay foam onto the plywood, creating a padded base people can safely fall onto. Use thicker foam for more cushioning, but do not use less than 2 inches of foam. Using less foam could lead to injuries.

    • 7

      Stitch two or more waterproof tarps together using the sewing machine to create a tarp large enough to cover the base of the ring. Attach this tarp to the foam and plywood bottom using waterproof glue, wrapping the edges over the plywood, to create a waterproof base that has a more professional finish and sound.