Format varies: most events run 3–5 days with 6–10 workouts across mixed modalities (lifting, gymnastics, monostructural conditioning). Spectator-friendly venues and a relentless rest-of-the-day programme make these the most festival-shaped events in the index.
If you're looking to compete, filter by RX vs scaled and by age division.
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CrossFit: frequently asked questions
How does the competitive CrossFit season work?
The official season runs in stages: the Open, then Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and finally the Games for those who qualify. Alongside it sit large independent majors like Wodapalooza and the Rogue Invitational that draw the same elite field outside the Games pyramid. We index both the qualifying season and those independent majors.
What happens at a CrossFit competition?
A typical CrossFit competition runs over three to five days with six to ten separate workouts spanning weightlifting, gymnastics, and conditioning. Athletes accumulate points across every event, and the venues are built for spectators. Most run divisions by ability (RX versus scaled) and by age.
Can amateurs enter CrossFit competitions?
Yes: most independent competitions offer scaled and age-group divisions alongside the elite RX field, so recreational athletes can compete at their level. The barrier to entry is far lower than the televised Games suggest. Filter by division and check the standards before you register.
What is the difference between RX and scaled divisions?
RX means the workout is done exactly as prescribed, at the full weights and movement standards; scaled reduces the loads and swaps the hardest movements for accessible versions. Scaled exists so athletes still building strength or skills can compete fairly. Pick the division that matches your current standards rather than your ambitions.