CrossFit unveils 2021 season schedule headlined by virtual, shortened Open
- CrossFit CEO Roza says ‘every part of this season has been designed to ensure as many people as possible can take part’
- New season also introduces new paths for Open athletes and reintroduction of Affiliate Cup
CrossFit announced its highly anticipated 2021 season schedule, raising the curtain with a three-week CrossFit Open on March 11, organisers said on Thursday.
“The last year has been tough for everyone, so we want to kick off the 2021 season with a compelling and accessible Open that can meet the needs of every athlete in the world,” said Dave Castro, general manager of sport for CrossFit.
“Whether you’re surrounded by people in your local gym, working out alone at home, or listening to friends cheer over Zoom, the Open will energise you and remind you why you are part of CrossFit.”
The new season also promises new paths to its various competitions, such as a new “worldwide quarter-finals” that includes 10 per cent of Open athletes competing virtually from their own gyms; the return of the Affiliate Cup for advancement into the quarter-finals, semi-finals and Games; and the introduction of an “adaptive division” to cater for competitors who do not fall into the masters and teenage categories.