The Northern Ireland Olympic Wrestling Association is the governing body for Olympic Wrestling, implementing a contemporary structure within Northern Ireland.

The Association incorporates clubs in Northern Ireland, registered members and the board of the Northern Ireland Olympic Wrestling Association (NIOWA)

The association's role is to promote and develop Olympic Wrestling, to encourage maximum participation and proficiency and with the development of coaches, officials, and administrators; the association demonstrates leadership to the sport of wrestling in Northern Ireland.

The NIOWA implements a Wrestling Skills Award Programme The Wrestling Skills Award Programme is a grading system for Olympic Freestyle Wrestling. It offers the youth of Northern Ireland an introduction to wrestling with opportunities to attain certificates of achievement and Bronze, Silver and Gold badges. The programme consists of four levels, each one presents fundamental technical skills along with related games and exercises. Participation in the Wrestling Skills Award Programme will enhance overall development of physical fitness and muscular strength. When all levels are completed, a wrestler will have a good understanding of Freestyle Wrestling Techniques. Designed primarily for males and females aged 8 - 17yrs Compatible with the Duke of Edinburgh Awards Compatible with the Scout Badge Awards