As the excitement from the 2024 CrossFit Open subsides, enthusiasts now eagerly anticipate the upcoming challenge – the 2024 CrossFit Quarterfinals. Athletes and fans are preparing for the next stage of the CrossFit Games season with great anticipation.
Key Updates and Important Dates
The Quarterfinals timeline for individual competitors is as follows:
– Registration Opens: Monday, April 1.
– Registration Closes: Saturday, April 20, 5 p.m. PT.
– Workouts Released: Wednesday, April 17, 12:00 p.m. PT.
– Submission Windows: April 17-20 and April 20-22, with the leaderboard finalized by April 29.
This year, the Age Group Quarterfinals will coincide with the individual competition, allowing a unified experience for participants.
For Teams
Team competitors have a slightly different schedule:
– Registration Opens: Monday, April 1.
– Registration Closes: Saturday, April 6, 5 p.m. PT.
– Workouts Released: Wednesday, April 3, 12:00 p.m. PT.
– Submission Windows: April 3-6 and April 6-8, with the leaderboard finalized by April 15.
Insights About the Workouts
Dave Castro provided insights into the upcoming workouts, hinting at four distinct challenges with the possibility of multiple scored parts. This strategic approach adds a layer of complexity for athletes, requiring thoughtful planning and execution.
Floor Plans Intelligence
In a notable departure from previous practices, this year’s floor plans will be released concurrently with the workout details. This change aims to simplify logistical preparations for affiliate owners and training facilities, enhancing the adaptability of participants and venues to each workout requirement.
Support for Affiliates
CrossFit introduces lesson plans tailored for affiliate owners and coaches to seamlessly incorporate the Quarterfinal workouts into regular class programming. This innovative initiative promotes inclusivity, integrating the challenges within the supportive environment of CrossFit affiliates.
Expanded Qualification Opportunities
An exciting change this year is the expansion of the qualification pool to the top 25% of athletes from each region, a significant increase from the previous 10%. This change has generated enthusiasm and anticipation within the CrossFit community, offering more athletes the chance to extend their competitive season.
Athlete Preparation and Guidelines
Competitors must receive an invitation email from CrossFit HQ, pay the registration fee, secure a registered judge, ensure compliance with video submission requirements, and follow competition guidelines diligently to participate in the Quarterfinals.
Qualifying for the Semifinals
The top 40 men and women, along with the top 30 teams from each region, will advance to the Semifinals, maintaining consistent qualification standards across regions. Best of luck to all the dedicated athletes gearing up for the 2024 CrossFit Quarterfinals!
