THE RETURN OF THE ELITES TO THE FLOOR OF THE SUD DE FRANCE ARENA:

After a notable absence, the Elite category is reclaiming its prestigious place on the floor of the Sud de France Arena. Intended for exceptional athletes, this category embodies excellence and imposes an ultimate level of performance. Participants will need to demonstrate unmatched strength, technique, and endurance to handle heavy weights, demanding movements, and extreme competition intensity.

Participating in Elite means:

* Competing against the best athletes in the world.
* Sharing the stage with figures from the international elite.
* Experiencing top-level competition, between passion and pushing oneself beyond limits.
A highly anticipated return, promising a high-level spectacle for participants and the audience alike!

THE ARRIVAL OF BEGINNERS: A COMPETITION ACCESSIBLE TO ALL:

A major novelty for 2025, the Beginner category makes its entry to open the doors of competition to novice athletes. Accessible without specific prerequisites, this category is aimed at participants who have already attempted challenges in their affiliated box or the Open CrossFit 2024 in the Scaled category.

The movements proposed, adapted for beginners, will include:

* Jumping pull-ups and single unders.
* Light weights for exercises with dumbbells and bars.
* Knee raises instead of toes-to-bar, allowing for progressive learning.

With this new category, the French Throwdown aims to democratize access to a competitive and friendly experience, regardless of your experience in CrossFit.

A REINVENTED FORMAT FOR ALL:

Some key adjustments have been made to the competition format:

1. Three qualifying WODs for individuals and teams.

* A change designed to allow optimal participation, without compromising intensity or quality of the events.

2. Earlier qualification dates, perfect for preparing for the Open CrossFit:

* Individual: from 12 to 23 February 2024
* Team: from 12 to 26 February 2024 in both formats, increasing your chances of qualification!

3. The same qualifying WODs for individuals and teams:

* If you wish to try your luck as an individual and as a team, it is possible without repeating the workouts and without overloading your training week. The WODs and standards will be identical to provide you with the maximum chance.

ATTENTION FOR AGE GROUPS: AGE, A CRUCIAL DATA:

Athletes in the Masters and Teenagers categories are invited to check their age before registering. For the 2025 edition, the age considered will be that on the last day of the competition, which is 11 May 2025.

A MORE INCLUSIVE COMPETITION, A GRANDER SPECTACLE:

The French Throwdown 2025 aims to bring together an even larger community by offering opportunities for all levels, from beginners to international elites. Mark your calendars for 1 December 2024 for registration and prepare to experience an unforgettable competition on French soil.

📅 Save the date:

* Registration for qualifications opens: from 1 December 2024 at 10 euros via private sales.
* Registration closes: on 18 February for individuals and 26 February for teams.
* Qualifications open: from 12 to 23 February for individuals and from 12 to 26 February for teams.
* Final competition: from 10 to 11 May 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of FTD25!