Frequently Asked Questions

1. General

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Unfortunately, the division you want to register for is full. You can choose to sign up for the waiting list, if available. Alternatively, we recommend checking if there is another division you would like to participate in.

Spectators are absolutely welcome, and nothing is better than being cheered on by friends and family. Spectator tickets are available on the event page under ‘Spectators.’

Children up to 12 years old do not need a Spectator ticket, but they must be accompanied by an adult.

All participants who need food or hydration must carry it with them from the start of the race. Water is available after each pass through the Roxzone. Specific information about sports drinks or hydration supplements provided during HYROX will be detailed in the Athlete Guide. Participants may not accept food or drinks from anyone other than at the Aid Station during the event (considered external assistance), as failure to comply may result in penalties or disqualification.

First aid is available during the event, both inside and outside the Roxzone. In case of an emergency, reach out to a HYROX staff member along the course or at a Workout Station.

Changing rooms are always available at the event. However, showers and lockers are not provided. Athletes can check small sports bags at the ‘Bag Drop.’ HYROX is not responsible for lost bags outside of the ‘Bag Drop.’ Bags must be picked up within one hour after completing your race.

HYROX is for EVERYBODY. Please email nederland@hyrox.com, and we will see how to make the race possible for you.

An awards ceremony will be held for the 1st through 3rd place winners of each Age Group in each division. During the ceremony, athletes will receive a winner’s flag. Please refer to the Athlete Guide for specific ceremony times.

Spectators are welcome to take photos and videos during the race from the Spectator Area. However, athletes may not carry a phone during the race.

A Sportograf Photo Package is also available for purchase. Our partner Sportograf will capture your entire race, preserving your HYROX experience in a digital photo package.

You may request a press pass by emailing nederland@hyrox.com. Please include the organization you represent, and your request will be reviewed within a few days.

A Sportograf Photo Package is a digital photo package that you will receive after the event as a keepsake of your HYROX experience. Our partner Sportograf will follow you throughout the race, capturing your performance with facial recognition technology. There are three types of packages:

  • Sportograf Photo Package (Single Divisions)
  • Sportograf Photo Package (Doubles Divisions)
  • Sportograf Photo Package (Relay Divisions)

You can also purchase a Sportograf Photo Package after the event via the Sportograf website.

Note: A Sportograf Photo Package is personal. If all athletes in a Doubles or Relay team would like photos, each person must purchase their own package.

Yes, you can add a Photo Package to your HYROX race. Once you purchase the Photo Package and link it to the name on your HYROX ticket, they will be connected automatically.

If participating with a DOUBLE ticket, each participant must purchase their own DOUBLE Division Sportograf package (€19.99 per person) to receive photos. The package is per person, so if only one person wants photos, that person can purchase a SINGLE DOUBLE Division package. It’s more cost-effective to purchase the package before the race.

To unlock your photos, you will need a selfie and the ID code on your Sportograf e-ticket. The selfie is required to ensure only your race images are shown. Follow these steps to locate and download your photos:

  1. The day after your race, go to the Sportograf website and select the correct race day.
  2. Enter your email address.
  3. You will receive an email with a link; click this link to proceed.
  4. Take a selfie so Sportograf can filter your photos and only show your race images.
  5. Add the full photo package to your cart (individual photos are not available).
  6. Enter your personal details.
  7. Enter the coupon code from your Sportograf e-ticket to unlock and download your photos.

There is no time limit for unlocking your photos, so you can do this at any time.

Information about parking, parking costs, and accessibility will be available on the event page for the respective event or on the venue’s website.

HYROX merchandise is available at the HYROXWORLD booth during the event. You can also order merchandise online via the HYROX Global website at www.hyroxshop.de

If you have any questions about a purchase made online or at the event, contact our merchandise team at shop@hyrox.com

No, pets are not allowed inside the event hall.

2. The race

HYROX is the fitness race for EVERYBODY. If you are over 16 years old and ready to take on the challenge, you are more than welcome at HYROX. With Pro, Open, Doubles, and Relay divisions, there’s a race for everyone. Anyone can register for any division. There are no maximum time limits or qualifications required. Did you know that our oldest participant is 80 years old and still fit!

HYROX is the fitness race for everyone, consisting of 4 divisions:

  • Open Division – Set your first personal record and compete against other HYROX enthusiasts in a challenging yet achievable race for all.
  • Pro (Doubles) Division – For experienced HYROX racers with heavier weights and a more challenging experience.
  • Doubles Division – Find a HYROX partner and take on the challenge as a duo, running together but splitting the exercises.
  • Relay Division – Perfect for gyms, companies, and friends; divide the running and Workout Stations among 4 people for the shortest and most accessible version of the race.

HYROX is designed for all fitness levels, and an impressive 98% of our participants reach the finish line! With various divisions, HYROX offers a race for everyone. If you are new to HYROX and unsure which division suits you best, let us guide you in the right direction.

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HYROX is rapidly expanding worldwide, with new countries and cities continually being added to the calendar. The HYROX events are held in large indoor expo venues to accommodate as many athletes as possible. With over 12,000 square meters of fitness space, HYROX is the world’s largest indoor fitness race. In the Netherlands, we are currently active in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Maastricht.

There are 11 age groups within the individual divisions, 5 age groups within the doubles division, and 2 for the Relay. The age groups are as follows:

Individual Competition

  • 16-24
  • 25-29
  • 30-34
  • 35-39
  • 40-44
  • 45-49
  • 50-55
  • 55-59
  • 60-64
  • 65-69 (This is the oldest age group for the Pros)
  • 70+

Doubles Competition

  • 16-29
  • 30-39
  • 40-49
  • 50-59
  • 60-70+

Relay

  • 16-39
  • 40+

Your start time will be announced during the week leading up to the event at www.startlist.hyrox.com. The order per division will be communicated (subject to change) two weeks before the event on the website.

There will also be an Athlete Guide with all official and practical information available online on the event page. Each division has its own time slots. These time slots will be communicated in advance so you have an indication of your start time. It is recommended to arrive 90 minutes before your start time to allow enough time for registration and warm-up.

HYROX is an official sport with global rankings and results. Click the links below to view the competition rules for the various divisions.

 

  • HYROX Individual Rulebook
  • HYROX Doubles Rulebook
  • HYROX Relay Rulebook

 

Since HYROX is a race for EVERYBODY, we have tried to make the exercises as accessible as possible.

You have the option to withdraw from the race at any time. We have Crew members along the course and at the various Workout Stations who can send medical personnel to assist you in case of an emergency.

This depends on your fitness level. The average HYROX finishing time in 2023/2024 was 1 hour and 25 minutes, but there is no time limit for the race. Some finishers took up to 4 hours, while Hunter McIntyre set the HYROX world record at 53:22 minutes.

Penalties are assigned when a participant does not adhere to the rules as outlined in the Rulebooks for Individual, Doubles, and Relay races. The specific types and associated consequences are described in the relevant Rulebooks. There are several types of penalties:

  1. Time Penalties
    1.1 Missing Run Laps:
    If a participant does not run the correct number of laps, a time penalty of 3-7 minutes per missed lap will be added to their final result time.For example, for a specific location, the time penalty might be 5 minutes. If a participant’s time is 1:24 but they missed 2 laps during the race, their final result time will be 1:34 (2 x 5 min penalties).1.2 Completing Workout Stations in the Wrong Order:
    If a participant does not complete the Workout Stations in the correct order (1 – 8), they must complete the missing Workout Station before proceeding to Station 8 (Wall Balls). Completing the race in the wrong order results in a penalty of 3 minutes. If more than one exercise is completed in the incorrect order, the participant will be automatically disqualified.1.3 Missed Workout/Missed 1K Run:
    Missing a complete Workout or 1K Run leads to disqualification.1.4 Confusion at Roxzone IN and OUT:
    Every time a participant runs into the Roxzone through the OUT arch or leaves the Roxzone through the IN arch, they receive a 1-minute penalty.
  2. Distance/Time Penalties
    Distance/Time penalties can be imposed during the running and at Workout Stations 1-7. Distance penalties depend on the exercise and range from 5 meters (Single starters) to 10 meters (Doubles). Time penalties depend on the infraction and the Workout Station.Penalty decisions can be made by any Judge, with the Head Judge’s approval. For Workout Stations 1-7, there will be one warning per station before penalties are imposed if movement standards are not met. On the second warning, the repetition is considered invalid, and the athlete receives the corresponding distance/time penalty. Any further warning within the station will result in a new distance/time penalty. The time penalty will be based on the infraction.
  3. Did Not Finish
    If a participant does not complete a Workout Station, they will receive no result data and will be excluded from all rankings and prizes. However, they may continue with the race (without a finishing time).
  4. Disqualification
    If a participant is disqualified by a Head Judge, they will receive no result data and will be excluded from all rankings and prizes. Once disqualified by a Head Judge, the participant may not continue the race.
  5. Deviations from Movement Standards
    Any execution of a movement that deviates from the movement standards, and/or is unusual and/or results in a time advantage, will not be recognized and will result in an invalid repetition (no repetition) or a time/distance penalty, depending on the Workout Station.

To qualify for the HYROX World Championships (WC), you must participate in one of our 63 races. Depending on your division and Age Group, a certain number of qualification slots will be assigned at each race. If you qualify, you will receive an invitation and have 48 hours to claim your spot. Otherwise, it will be assigned to the next participant. Please note that there are no qualification spots for the HYROX Relay.

In addition to the WC, there are also HYROX Open Championships. These consist of two highly competitive races in Europe and the United States. These unique races give our athletes the chance to become European or American champions in their Age Group while representing their country.

Unlike the WC, the two Open Championships do not require qualification to participate and are open to all our athletes. Additionally, all athletes in the Open Weights Divisions will compete.

This means: all athletes participating in the OPEN Championships compete in the OPEN Weights Division. All qualified athletes competing in the World Championships compete in the Pro Weights Divisions, except for Mixed Doubles and athletes aged 60 or older (they race with Open

Throughout the season, the world’s best athletes aim to secure a spot in the top 15 fastest times (men and women) to qualify for the elite race on television during the HYROX World Championships for a prize pool of $150,000. This is truly HYROX racing at its peak. How do you rank in the world?

3. Registration

You can easily view, personalize, and download your ticket by logging in or registering via the following page: netherlands.hyrox.com. Once logged in, you will have access to your account, where you can view your ticket details and make changes. You can also download your ticket for the event from there.

It is possible to transfer a personalized ticket to another name. Ticket owners have the option to re-personalize their ticket once by going to the confirmation email or page and clicking on the respective ticket. After paying a transfer fee of €15, the ticket can be changed to another name.

Yes, you can! Follow these steps to submit a ticket transfer request:

  1. First, check online to see if tickets are still available for the division you want to switch to.
  2. If tickets are available, click on the ‘Ticket Transfer’ button. Here, you can submit your transfer request.
  3. Important conditions:
    • Transfer fees: Please note that transfer fees will apply. These costs are at your own expense.
    • Price difference: If the ticket price for the new division is higher, you will need to pay the difference.

Please note: if the desired division is sold out, we won’t be able to transfer your ticket. It is possible to make changes up to one week before the event according to the Terms and Conditions.

Yes, you can! Follow these steps to submit a ticket transfer request:

  1. First, check online to see if tickets are still available for the division you want to switch to.
  2. If tickets are available, click on the ‘Ticket Transfer’ button. Here, you can submit your transfer request.
  3. Important conditions:
    • Transfer fees: Please note that transfer fees will apply. These costs are at your own expense.
    • Price difference: If the ticket price for the new division is higher, you will need to pay the difference.

Please note: if the desired division is sold out, we won’t be able to transfer your ticket. It is possible to make changes up to one week before the event according to the Terms and Conditions.

Have you signed up for the waiting list? If tickets become available due to people returning their tickets, the first group on the waiting list will receive an email with the option to purchase a ticket. The wait time and chances of getting a ticket depend on the number of available spots. Questions? Email us at nederland@hyrox.com.

Unfortunately, according to the Terms and Conditions, it is not possible to get a refund for your ticket. However, you have two options:

  1. Arrange a replacement: You can find a replacement for the division you are registered in. The name on the ticket can be changed for a small fee via the following page: netherlands.hyrox.com.
  2. Transfer your ticket: You can transfer your ticket to another HYROX event in the Benelux region for the next season, provided the event is already live and there is still space in the division you wish to participate in.

Follow these steps to submit a ticket transfer request:

  1. First, check online to see if tickets are still available for the division you want to switch to.
  2. If tickets are available, click on the ‘Ticket Transfer’ button. Here, you can submit your transfer request.

Please note: if the desired division is sold out, we won’t be able to transfer your ticket. It is possible to make changes up to one week before the event according to the Terms and Conditions.

Do you want to start together with a friend? Add the Race with a Friend ticket to your account using the same email address as your race ticket. After adding it, you can personalize the ticket with the details of the person with whom you want to start together. Note: If the personalization is not filled out correctly, you will not start simultaneously with your friend!

With a Race with a Friend ticket, you start together with one friend, provided that both of you have a valid Singles Ticket. Note: This ticket is only valid for the SINGLE division. It is not possible to start with more than two people at the same time, and you cannot use this ticket in the DOUBLE or RELAY division.

The start time schedule will be finalized about a week before the event. This schedule is final; you cannot indicate a preference for a different start time. Please keep the entire day free for your HYROX race and check the exact times on this website a week in advance.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to choose a start time or express a preference. The start times will be announced no later than 3 days before the first day of the event.

No, HYROX does not (yet) have a resale platform, and we do not buy back or resell tickets. Therefore, we recommend purchasing your HYROX ticket from our official shop. If you have purchased tickets through another channel, we cannot guarantee that your ticket is valid.

4. Training

Under the “Training” section on our website, you’ll find all the necessary information. Whether you prefer training at home, at a local HYROX Training Club, or through a digital fitness app, there are multiple ways to get ready for HYROX. Additionally, we collaborate with the University of Hamburg to research the balance of strength and endurance in training and competition. Results so far show that this balance is perfectly aligned.

HYROX Training Clubs are gyms affiliated with HYROX. Partner gyms have the right equipment and tools, discounts, and exclusive benefits from HYROX’s commercial partners and P’F”T training sessions. It’s the ideal place to get race-ready!

HYROX Training Clubs cater to the growing need for purposeful training, building a strong community, and having fun. More than 300 gyms in the Netherlands & Belgium partner with HYROX. Find your nearest HYROX Training Club by clicking the button below.

Contact your preferred HYROX Training Club to sign up.

HYROX Training Clubs offer many benefits for gyms, including perks related to HYROX events. If you’re interested in having your gym join as a HYROX Training Club, please email nederland@hyrox.com.

The HYROX Physical Fitness Test (P’F”T) is designed to give you the perfect introduction to HYROX. It provides a solid gauge of your current fitness level and guidance on which division might be best for you in your first race. Keep in mind there are no time limits or qualifications required for HYROX, so feel free to register in any division that feels right, and we’ll support you all the way to the finish line!

The P’F”T Workout includes:

  • 1000 meters of running (outdoor or on a treadmill with a 2% incline)
  • 50 meters of Burpee Broad Jumps (90 cm)
  • 100 Stationary Lunges (full extension)
  • 1000 meters of rowing
  • 30 hand-release push-ups
  • 100 Wall Balls (6 kg for men / 4 kg for women)

You can register for a HYROX P’F”T on our website.

  • See where the HYROX P’F”T is coming next
  • Register for a P’F”T (link to pft.hyrox.om)

As a gym owner, you can host a HYROX P’F”T. For more information, contact nederland@hyrox.com.

5. Volunteers

With an average of 2,500 athletes participating in HYROX Races, our volunteers are essential! Whether you have a strong affinity for functional fitness, enjoy the atmosphere and energy of large-scale sporting events, or have friends competing, we have a role for you. Sign up via the button below or email us at the address provided.

HYROX volunteers have the option to select their responsibilities upon registration. You can choose between “Behind The Scenes” and “Race Support.”

As a volunteer, you receive a free Puma X HYROX sports shirt, an entry ticket for a Dutch HYROX Benelux event of your choice (valid up to one year after the event you assisted at), or a compensation of €10 per hour worked, and of course, an unforgettable HYROX experience! We also provide lunch/dinner.

Depending on the number of participants, Race Day starts at 06:30 and can run until 22:00. To keep everything running smoothly, we operate with two volunteer shifts. You can register for the morning shift, the afternoon shift, or even both!

Our HYROX customer service team is always ready to help and answer any questions you may have via the contact form. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 2 working days.

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