MLW Ditches New York and Moves HQ to Charleston

MLW is packing its bags and heading south. The promotion officially confirmed today that it’s relocating its base of operations from New York to Charleston, South Carolina — a move that MLW owner Court Bauer says reflects the true heart of pro wrestling.

Speaking to The Post & Courier, Bauer made it clear that this wasn’t just a business decision — it was about aligning with what MLW stands for.

“Charleston was an easy choice for us. The South is where the soul of wrestling lives — it’s where the sport hit harder, where gold and glory mattered, and where wrestling was a combat sport before anyone used that term.”

Bauer didn’t stop there. He sees Charleston as a natural fit for the league’s identity — gritty, creative, and rooted in tradition.

“Charleston has that rare mix of old-school quality, creativity and grit that perfectly mirrors what MLW stands for. This city takes wrestling seriously. It’s part of the culture here, part of the rhythm of the South, and it deserves a league that calls it home.”

MLW isn’t just opening a satellite office either. This is a full-on relocation, with Charleston becoming the company’s headquarters, production base, and creative hub moving forward.

“We’re not just setting up an office; we’re planting roots,” Bauer said. “Charleston will be our hub, our production base and the launchpad for everything we do going forward. As MLW charts its path forward, the destination was always the South.”

As part of the move, MLW will be shutting down its Westchester, New York production offices, marking a full transition away from its longtime Northeast home.

The shift could signal a new era for MLW — one more in tune with the regional history of pro wrestling while giving the brand fresh creative space to grow.

Do you think relocating to Charleston gives MLW an edge in today’s wrestling landscape? Sound off in the comments and let us know if the South is the right call.