Alligator Wrestling in Florida

Colloquially known as ‘gators’, the American Alligators have found their place in popular culture in Florida and are a widely used symbol throughout. From postcards to team mascots, everything carries this menacing but famous face throughout Florida. People from all over the world flock to witness these creatures in their natural setting and tour the wilderness. Easily, the most striking of all these attractions that’s been catching on with visiting tourists is alligator wrestling. Yes, you read it right! The name drops a huge hint at what this sport is all about. Alligator wrestling was the technique used by the Seminole Indians long time ago when catching alligator.

What is Alligator Wrestling?

If you don’t know it already, you’ll know soon enough if you book a tour to Florida. Get to witness what it takes to be in the ring with the sharp tooth creature of the waters. You can watch as real professionals battle an alligator and bring it down in a heart-stopping battle. Or if you dare and are prepared to risk it all for the ultimate adrenaline rush, then you can try wrestling an alligator yourself. If you are that bored with your life! Places like Everglades Alligator Farm (Homestead), the Everglades Wonder Gardens (Bonita Springs), Gatorland (Kissimmee),the Gatorama Wildlife Park (Palmdale), the St. Augustine Alligator Farm, and Parrot Jungle Island (Miami) offer an amazing insight into what this sport is all about.

The Alligator Wrestling Show

Not for the faint hearted! An alligator wrestling show leaves a lot of room for gruesome possibilities. It will make your heart pound as you watch the professional wrestlers, who’ve experienced the bravest encounters with these incredible creatures, engage in a fight for life. Watch as the amazing wrestlers battle it out with these creatures and pin them down. No, they do not hurt the animals! If they do, notify the media! Apart from this, you’ll get the chance to witness how these masters of the animals, use several techniques to tame them, including hypnosis. The wrestlers are prone to getting bit and accidents are a part and parcel of their life. One wrestler discarded it as “felt like being clamped in a door of nails” and brushed it off. It is their daring escapade that puts up a stunning show for all the thrill-crazed fanatics out there.

Concern for Wildlife

The alligators that are engaged in these sports are mainly those that are found injured and are rehabilitated. They are quite unfit for being released back into the wild. The sport does not harm alligators in any way which is an added plus.

Take a Wrestling Class

This is a strict no-no if you tend to go week-kneed in the face of danger. But if you’re not afraid and do not care for cuts or bites, then learn how you can tame the alligators yourself. The professionals will guide you through every step. This also proves to be an added life hack, if you’re a person who loves camping in the wilderness. You can wear the scars of your battle with pride and experience an unmatched adrenaline rush. Also, click a few photographs to forever preserve your heroic wrestler. Florida- the only place to serve all your crazy adventure fantasies! Book a tour now and experience the wild side of nature.