Leónese Wrestlers (Lucha Leonesa)
Spanish Folk Wrestlers
Traditional Spanish wrestlers of the León region who preserved the leather-belt wrestling sport Lucha Leonesa.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthMiddle Ages
EraMiddle Ages–present
Country of OriginSpain (León)
Rank / TitleLucha Leonesa Traditional Heritage
Active Years1300–present
Biography
Leónese wrestlers practice Lucha Leonesa on grass arenas. Competitors wear leather belts and employ dynamic foot sweeps (Mañas) to throw opponents without ground grappling.