What is The CrossFit OPEN

What is the CrossFit Open?
The CrossFit Open is the annual worldwide fitness competition that kicks off the CrossFit Games season. It’s a three-week test where athletes of all levels—first-timers to elite competitors—complete one workout per week. Each workout is announced on Thursday, and athletes have until Monday to submit their scores. You complete the workouts at your home gym or even from your garage, log your scores online, and see how you rank among athletes across the globe.

Why does it matter?
The Open is designed to celebrate fitness, consistency, and community. It’s not just about being the fittest—it’s about testing your personal progress year after year. You’ll see movements like burpees, wall balls, double-unders, and barbell lifts in combinations that challenge endurance, strength, and strategy. It forces athletes to push a little harder and brings out the best in training environments. Plus, it’s the first qualifying step for athletes trying to make it to Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and eventually the CrossFit Games.

What makes it special at CrossFit Woolly Mammoth?
The Open brings out a unique energy—but at CrossFit Woolly Mammoth, it becomes something even bigger. For three consecutive Saturdays, our entire community comes together for themed events that highlight effort, camaraderie, and fun. Each week, the gym transforms with decorations, team colors, and music pumping as athletes take on that week’s Open workout. Members line the lanes, cheering loudly, and every rep—from the first burpee to the final heavy lift—is felt by the entire room. We celebrate the leaderboard, but more importantly, we celebrate the moments that matter. This is where people earn their first pull-up, hit a PR on their snatch, or complete a workout RX for the first time. Judges are counting reps, friends are filming highlight clips, and families come to watch—it becomes more than just a workout; it becomes a memory. And even if someone’s goal is simply to finish the workout, the support is the same every step of the way. Whether you’re chasing a shot at Quarterfinals, aiming to represent Woolly Mammoth among thousands of athletes worldwide, or just discovering what your body is capable of, the Open reminds us why we train. It gives us the opportunity to push harder, stand alongside our community, and level up year after year. At Woolly Mammoth, the Open isn’t just a competition—it’s one of the most inspiring experiences of the year.