Wrestlers wear a belt (satba) around the waist and thigh. The goal is to bring any part of the opponent's body above the knee to the ground using leverage and strength.
Beyond tradition, Korean women are making waves in global competitive formats: Traditional Korean wrestling (Ssirum/Ssireum) Korean Iron Girl Wrestling
This popular variety show features actresses and celebrities undergoing grueling athletic training. In its second season (2025), the cast transitioned from triathlons to boxing and wrestling-based martial arts , facing off against elite female fighters in intensive training camps. Wrestlers wear a belt (satba) around the waist and thigh
The show’s "Fighting Women Training Camp" emphasizes wrestling as a foundational discipline alongside boxing and jiu-jitsu, highlighting the "iron" resilience required to master these sports. 2. Traditional Roots: Female Ssireum Korean Iron Girl Wrestling