What is The Open?
The Open is the first step of the Crossfit Games season, a journey that culminates in crowning The Fittest Man and The Fittest Woman alive. The Open is a worldwide, inclusive, 5 week competition that kicks off February 26th. Top athletes from the different regions will advance to Regionals as individuals and teams. Anyone can sign up and the cost is minimal. Each week for 5 weeks, a workout will be posted on Thursday night, and you have 4 days to complete the workout in front of an official judge at your box, and post your score online.
What to expect?
Anyone in Friday classes will have a chance to complete the workout, and we will do our best to have a judge available to score you. We will also make the gym and judges available on Saturday mornings, so that everyone has a chance to participate. In years past, typically anyone in The Open has been expected to perform certain movements (double unders, chest to bar pull-ups, toes to bar, etc.). to be able to post their score. Crossfit has added a scaled option this year, so you will have a modified workout option if needed. Just know that 1 rep as required is worth more on the leaderboard than the best scaled score. There are Masters divisions, and also new this year is a Teen division. For more info, go to www.games.crossfit.com .
Expect to be terrified every Thursday leading up to the workout announcement. Expect to have a blast. Expect to truly understand what it means to be a part of the Crossfit community. Expect to push your limits and learn new things about yourself.
Is the Open for me?
The Open is a neat opportunity, among other things. Because we are an affiliate now, this is the first time we’ll be able to participate in The Open as a gym. It’s a good fit for anyone who’s been thinking about trying their first competition, as you can do it in your home gym surrounded by the people you normally workout with (so it’s not completely out of your comfort zone). We are looking for judges if you want to be a part of it but not sure if you want to register as an athlete. The more the merrier guys!
For any questions/concerns, or if you’re interested in judging, please talk to any one of us on the coaching staff.
Let the Games begin! And may the odds ever be in your favour!
