The 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games are approaching quickly, and fans from around the world are flocking to Madison, Wisconsin, to witness the competition for the title of Fittest on Earth.
The CrossFit Games are not an everyday sporting event — rather, the Games are a festival of fitness uniting thousands of people through a shared love of a healthy lifestyle and an affinity for fierce competition. Each year, fans are offered a variety of on-site activities to keep them entertained and even allow them to squeeze in a workout during downtime in the competition.
The 2021 Games boast a huge array of fan entertainment meant to maximize your Games experience. Keep reading to find out how you can join the fun — and the fitness — at this year’s CrossFit Games.
Weeklong Activities at the CrossFit Games
Work Out
The Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area allows fans to work out on site at the CrossFit Games! Assault Fitness has teamed up with SugarWOD, Zen Planner, and CrossFit Affiliate Programming (CAP) to give everyone in attendance an experience to remember.
The 2021 Virtual Games give fans an opportunity to test themselves across a series of workouts that run parallel to the events in the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games. This new, multiple-workout challenge is for any and all who want to test their fitness and see where they measure up against peers across the globe. Need to scale? You are welcome to complete each workout as prescribed or modify as needed. Register for the Virtual Games here, and head over to the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area to complete your Virtual Games workouts.
Get your faith and fitness workouts in with Faith RXD Wednesday through Sunday in the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area.
Shop
WIT Fitness was born out of a desire to create a home for the global community of the training obsessed. Earlier this year, CrossFit and WIT announced a multi-year partnership naming WIT the official online CrossFit store, and also providing the company with prime retail space in Vendor Pavilion at the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games. Visit WIT’s store on site for a variety of top-notch CrossFit apparel.
The RAM TRX Thrill Ride is an off-road driving course in the area behind the campgrounds, hosted by RAM Trucks. Spectators who would like to take one of the 700-horsepower RAM TRX for a spin may sign up here.
Support
The Phoenix’s mission is to build a sober active community that fuels resilience and support. Join the organization for an unforgettable experience in the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday from 9-10 a.m.
Join Battle Cancer Tuesday through Sunday in the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area to work out, and help raise funds for those affected by cancer and for cancer charities worldwide.
Visit Sponsor Row at the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games for daily opportunities to work out, and support organizations such as the Adaptive Training Academy, OUT Athletics, and more.
Socialize
Choose from RV, tent camping, or Camping Rx’d (more like glamping!) at the RPM Campground at this year’s CrossFit Games. Wake up every morning surrounded by CrossFit fans and take the short walk to the Coliseum to watch the competition unfold.
Give the kiddos a break from the Madison sun and let them burn off some energy in the Kids Zone, located in the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Area.
Escape the heat and grab a cold drink in the FITAID Lounge (formerly the Beer Garden). Catch all the competition action on a massive video screen.
Affiliates and fans of the CrossFit Games are welcome to day-camp at the CrossFit Games. Bring your pop-up tents, chairs, and coolers (no grills, please). This area is located just outside the main entrance to the CrossFit Games and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Note: Items may not be left overnight, and security will not be present during the day.
The Demo Stage
Head over to the WIT Vendor Pavilion to learn from top trainers on CrossFit’s Seminar Staff about squats, presses, deadlifts, and coaching development. We will also feature some of our approved providers who will work on aerobic capacity, kettlebell and jump-rope technique, and more!
Demo Stage Full Schedule
| Wednesday, July 28 | 12 p.m. - Coach Mike Burgener
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1 p.m. - Army Combat Fitness Test |
3 p.m. - CrossFit Kids
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| Thursday, July 29 |
9 a.m. - CrossFit Health- CrossFit and Injuries
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10 a.m. - Aerobic Capacity
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11 a.m. - CrossFit Kids |
12 p.m. - CrossFit Level 1 Seminar Squat Group
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1 p.m.- CrossFit Health - CrossFit and Cancer
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2 p.m. - CrossFit Health - Wearables | 3 p.m. - Level 1 Seminar Press Group | 4 p.m. - CrossFit Redemption Road | DEMO STAGE CLOSED |
| Friday, July 30 | 9 a.m. - CrossFit Conjugate |
10 a.m. - Aerobic Capacity
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11 a.m. - CrossFit Health - CrossFit and Pregnancy
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12 p.m. - Pose
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1 p.m. - Nicole Aucoin Nutrition |
2 p.m. - Level 2 Seminar Coach Drills |
3 p.m. - Jump Rope
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4 p.m. - Jump Rope
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DEMO STAGE CLOSED |
| Saturday, July 31 |
9 a.m. - Aerobic Capacity |
10 a.m. - Kettlebell
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11 a.m. - Pose
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12 p.m. - Level 1 Seminar Deadlift Group |
1 p.m. - CrossFit Health - CrossFit and Chronic Disease . |
2 p.m. - Adaptive Training Academy
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3 p.m. - Level 2 Seminar Coach Drills |
4 p.m. - Jump Rope |
5 p.m.- CrossFit Conjugate |
| Sunday, Aug. 1 |
9 a.m. - CrossFit Health - Genomics and Precision Medicine
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10 a.m. - Kettlebell
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DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED | DEMO STAGE CLOSED |
Daily Spectator Activities
Each day at the CrossFit Games will feature special events for fans in attendance. See below for a daily breakdown of what you can expect as a spectator at the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games.
Wednesday, July 28
The competition week kicks off with RAM Wednesday, which doubles as Firefighter, Healthcare, and Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Bring your ID to the main box office to receive a free Wednesday Festival ticket.
Opening Ceremonies will also take place on Wednesday. Celebrate the start of the CrossFit Games in North Park at 3 p.m. local time with a flyover and the singing of the national anthem, and witness 500+ athletes parading into the North Park Olympic-style.
Thursday, July 29
Monster Thursday features Student and Teacher Appreciation Day. Bring your student, teacher, or administrator ID to the main box office to receive a free Thursday Festival pass.
Later, don’t miss the Age Group and Adaptive Award Ceremonies as their competition wraps up at the FITAID lounge from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Friday, July 30
U.S. Army Friday serves as Military Service Appreciation Day. Active, reserve, and retired military personnel will receive a free Friday Festival ticket. Bring your ID to the main box office to redeem.
Get your workout in with Barbells for Boobs! This nonprofit organization strives to redefine the standard of care in breast health and improve quality of life post-diagnosis. Barbells for Boobs will be hosting the CrossFit workout Grace on Sponsor Row from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Spots will be limited to the first 30 athletes per heat. Heats start at 12:30 p.m., 12:45 p.m., and 1 p.m.
In the Madtown Challenge, Wisconsin-chapter veterans are helping take care of veterans and will be hosting a workout, 22 Too Many, to bring awareness to the 22 veterans who commit suicide each day. This event will be located in the Assault Fitness Spectator Workout Experience Area.
Saturday, July 31
The Adaptive Training Academy provides access and inclusiveness to individuals living with physical impairments by empowering them through exercise and community. Join the Academy for an activation on Sponsor Row from 11-11:30 a.m. Spots will be limited to the first 20 athletes.
OUT Athletics is the world's largest initiative bringing together LGBTQ+ athletes and allies to sweat for a cause in a safe, inclusive fitness environment. Join OUT Athletics for a workout on Sponsor Row from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Spots are limited to the first 100 athletes.
Sunday, Aug. 1
The Phoenix’s mission is to build a sober active community that fuels resilience and support. The Phoenix will be joining forces with other nonprofits to give you an unforgettable experience on North Park from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Spots will be limited to the first 100 athletes.
It’s the final day of the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games! Don’t miss the main ceremony in the Coliseum as we crown the Fittest on Earth.
See the 2021 NOBULL CrossFit Games on-site info page for more information, to sign up for any of the above events, view an up-to-date schedule, and download the CrossFit Games app to ensure you don’t miss a thing on-site at this year’s Games.