The 13th annual TYR Wodapalooza is here to bring the heat to Miami Beach! Taking place from January 23 to January 26, 2025, this year’s festival promises four action-packed days of elite functional fitness, community vibes, and scenic views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Whether you plan to attend in person or watch from home, this guide has all the details you need to catch every moment of this iconic fitness event.
How to Watch the 2025 TYR Wodapalooza
You don’t have to be in Miami to experience the high-energy competition. Fans worldwide can tune in via Loud and Live’s YouTube channel, which will stream each day of the competition live, covering all divisions and events.
- Stream Dates: January 23–26, 2025
- Where to Watch: Loud and Live YouTube Channel
- Broadcast Team: BFriendly Fitness will lead the live commentary, delivering insights and updates throughout the event.
The daily live stream links will be updated as the competition progresses, so you can bookmark them for easy access. Stay tuned for the team and individual competitions, taking place as follows:
- Thursday and Friday: Individual competitions
- Saturday and Sunday: Team competitions
New Venue: Miami Beach
For the first time, TYR Wodapalooza will take place on Miami Beach, specifically between 6th and 10th Streets at 801 Ocean Drive. This shift to the iconic beachfront offers a stunning backdrop and even more room for spectators to enjoy the action. Miami Beach’s palm-lined sands and vibrant energy create the perfect setting for this celebration of fitness and community.
Who’s Competing: Elite Athletes and Divisions
The 2025 TYR Wodapalooza features a stacked roster of athletes from around the globe, with some competing in both the Individual and Team divisions—a rare but growing trend at the festival. This marks the third year athletes have been allowed to compete in multiple divisions.
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Divisions
Here’s a quick breakdown of who will compete:
- Individual Divisions:
- Elite
- RX
- Intermediate
- Open
- Teen (13-15, 16-18)
- Masters (35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60+)
- Adaptive Divisions
- Teams of 3:
- Elite (MMM or FFF)
- RX (MMM or FFF)
- Intermediate (MMM or FFF)
- Open (MMM or FFF)
- Masters RX & Masters Open
Notable Athletes to Watch
Elite Individual Athletes
The 2025 competition features top-tier names, including past CrossFit Games competitors and Wodapalooza veterans. On the men’s side, look out for Ricky Garard, Patrick Vellner, Saxon Panchik, and Jonne Koski. For the women, highlights include Laura Horvath, Brooke Wells, Dani Speegle, and Arielle Loewen.
The LATAM Cup, now in its second year, brings together the best athletes from the Latin American region. Last year’s champion, Mariana Meza, will be defending her crown in the women’s division.
Event Schedule and Highlights
Each day of the competition is packed with intense workouts that test strength, endurance, and strategy. Here’s a detailed look at the schedule, so you won’t miss a single event. All times are local (Miami).
Day 1: Thursday, January 23, 2025 (Individuals)
Event 1: Two Rounds Too Many – Reign Total Body Fuel Sandbox
- 10:00 a.m.: Elite Men, LATAM Cup Men
- 10:40 a.m.: Elite Women, LATAM Cup Women
Event 2: The Ocean Drive Drag Race – Reign Total Body Fuel Sandbox
- 11:30 a.m.: LATAM Cup Men
- 11:46 a.m.: Elite Men
- 12:07 p.m.: LATAM Cup Women
- 12:47 p.m.: Elite Women
Event 3: High Stakes, Tight Ropes – TYR Arena
- 2:00 p.m.: LATAM Cup Men
- 2:20 p.m.: LATAM Cup Women
- 2:40 p.m.: Elite Women
- 4:16 p.m.: Elite Men
Day 2: Friday, January 24, 2025 (Individuals)
Event 4: Worth the Weight – Dymatize Lifting Stage
- 12:46 p.m.: LATAM Cup Men
- 1:14 p.m.: LATAM Cup Women
- 1:42 p.m.: Elite Women
- 2:49 p.m.: Elite Men
Event 5: Cuban Press – Reign Total Body Fuel Sandbox
- 4:00 p.m.: LATAM Cup Men
- 4:16 p.m.: LATAM Cup Women
- 4:37 p.m.: Elite Women
- 5:23 p.m.: Elite Men
Event 6: Cortadito 2.0 – TYR Arena
- 6:40 p.m.: LATAM Cup Men
- 6:59 p.m.: LATAM Cup Women
- 7:18 p.m.: Elite Women
- 7:55 p.m.: Elite Men
The Elite and LATAM Cup Ceremony will follow at 9:15 p.m.
A Look Back: 2024 TYR Wodapalooza Champions
Last year’s competition saw incredible performances from standout athletes. Among the individuals, Emma Cary and Ricky Garard took home the $75,000 top prizes. In the Elite Teams category, Team GOWOD (men) and Stronger Than a 90s Trend (women) claimed victory with dominating performances.
Prize Details and What’s at Stake
The TYR Wodapalooza is not just about bragging rights—it’s one of the most lucrative fitness competitions in the world. In 2024, the prize purse totaled an impressive $567,000, with $75,000 awarded to the top Male and Female athletes in the Elite Individual category. While the exact prize breakdown for 2025 has yet to be announced, it’s expected to remain on par with previous years or potentially increase.
Here’s a look at last year’s payouts to give you an idea of what’s on the line:
2024 Elite Individual Prize Payouts
- 1st Place: $75,000
- 2nd Place: $30,000
- 3rd Place: $20,000
- 4th Place: $10,000
- 5th Place: $7,500
Payouts extended through the top 10 finishers, ensuring that even mid-tier placements earned recognition and financial rewards.
2024 Elite Team Prize Payouts
In the team competition, the stakes were also high, with $30,000 awarded to the top team. Prizes were distributed as follows:
- 1st Place: $30,000
- 2nd Place: $15,000
- 3rd Place: $10,000
The 2025 prize structure is anticipated to follow a similar format, ensuring fierce competition among the world’s best athletes.
How Athletes Qualify for Wodapalooza
The road to the TYR Wodapalooza is as challenging as the competition itself. The qualification process is designed to ensure only the top athletes and teams make it to Miami. Here’s how athletes earned their spot in the 2025 competition:
Individual Qualification
- Invitations:
Athletes received direct invites if they met specific criteria, including:- Top 10 finishers at the CrossFit Games in 2022 or 2023.
- Top 3 finishers from the Games from 2016 onward.
- Top 7 athletes from the 2024 TYR Wodapalooza.
- Online Qualifier:
Those without an invitation competed in an online qualifier to secure a spot. This rigorous process tested athletes with multiple workouts over several weeks.
Team Qualification
Teams of three earned their place in one of two ways:
- Elite Invitations:
The top 10 teams from the 2024 CrossFit Games were allowed to form male and female teams, selecting their athletes and inviting a third of their choice. - Open Qualifier:
Teams could also compete in an online qualifier to earn a position in the RX, Intermediate, or Open divisions.
Fan-Favorite Features of Wodapalooza
TYR Wodapalooza isn’t just a competition—it’s a festival packed with experiences for athletes and spectators alike. Here’s what makes it a must-attend event:
1. The Gauntlet
This fast-paced mini-competition is one of the highlights of the festival. Athletes race through three intense workouts in under an hour, offering fans a quick and thrilling experience.
2. Vendor Village
The event features one of the largest fitness expos in the world, with vendors showcasing everything from the latest training gear to cutting-edge recovery tools. It’s a fitness enthusiast’s dream!
3. Seminars and Clinics
Throughout the event, attendees can join seminars and workouts led by elite athletes, trainers, and experts in the functional fitness community.
What’s New in 2025?
This year marks the first-ever location change to the picturesque Miami Beach, providing a fresh vibe to an already iconic event. Another new addition is the growing LATAM Cup, which highlights top athletes from Latin America. Expect to see some exciting new talent emerge from this division.
Individual Event Descriptions
The 2025 TYR Wodapalooza competition is structured around challenging workouts that test athletes’ strength, stamina, agility, and strategy. Each event offers a unique combination of movements, pushing competitors to their limits. Below, we break down the key individual events to give you a better understanding of the action.
Event 1: Two Rounds Too Many
Format: 2 Rounds for Time
- Movements:
- 50/40 Calorie Bike
- 1000m Run
- 150 Box Step or Jump Overs
- Time Cap: 35 minutes
This endurance-heavy workout is a true test of an athlete’s grit. The combination of long-distance running and calorie-heavy bike segments creates a grueling pace, and the 150 box step or jump overs demand steady leg strength and balance under fatigue. The time cap forces athletes to strategize their pace and avoid burnout early on.
Event 2: The Ocean Drive Drag Race
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- 21/18 Calorie Row
- 21 Toes-to-Bar (T2B)
- Sled Drag
- (1-minute rest between rounds)
- 18/15 Calorie Row
- 18 T2B
- Sled Drag
- (1-minute rest between rounds)
- 15/12 Calorie Row
- 15 T2B
- Sled Drag
Sled Weights:
- Round 1: Light
- Round 2: Medium
- Round 3: Heavy
This event emphasizes power and stamina. Athletes must row, perform toes-to-bar, and drag progressively heavier sleds across three rounds, all while managing fatigue and maintaining form. The increasing sled weight ensures the final round becomes a battle of strength and resilience.
Event 3: High Stakes, Tight Ropes
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- 75 Heavy Double-Unders (VELITES Rope)
- 90ft Handstand Walk
- 21 Wall-Facing Handstand Push-Ups
- Each Arm:
- 12 Single-Arm Dumbbell Snatches
- 12m Single-Arm Overhead Dumbbell Lunge
- 6/4 Legless Rope Climbs
- (Repeat DB Snatches, Lunges, and Wall-Facing HSPU)
- 90ft Handstand Walk
- 75 Heavy Double-Unders
Dumbbell Weights:
- Men: 100 lb (45 kg)
- Women: 70 lb (32 kg)
This event combines gymnastic skill with brute strength. The wall-facing handstand push-ups and legless rope climbs are technical movements that demand upper-body endurance and control, while the heavy dumbbell work challenges athletes’ unilateral strength. The inclusion of handstand walks adds a layer of finesse, making this a true test of all-around athleticism.
Event 4: Worth the Weight
Format: For Max Load
- Structure:
- Athletes have three attempts to achieve their 1-rep max Clean + Hang Clean.
This classic strength test will showcase the power and precision of elite athletes. The clean requires explosive movement from the ground, while the hang clean demands strength and technique to stabilize the barbell under fatigue. With only three attempts, athletes must strategize their starting weight and progression carefully to maximize their score.
Event 5: Cuban Press
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- 25 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups
- 25 Burpees Over-the-Block
- 50 Dumbbell Bench Press
- 25 Burpees Over-the-Block
- 25 Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups
Dumbbell Weights:
- Men: 70 lb (32 kg)
- Women: 50 lb (22.5 kg)
A perfect mix of gymnastics, bodyweight, and pressing strength, this workout forces athletes to manage upper-body fatigue carefully. The bench press segment will tax chest and triceps endurance, while the burpees and pull-ups keep the heart rate elevated.
Event 6: Cortadito 2.0
Format: For Time
- Part 1:
- 30-20-10
- Wall Balls (30 lb/14 kg for men, 20 lb/9 kg for women)
- Hang Power Snatch (105 lb/47 kg for men, 75 lb/34 kg for women)
- 30-20-10
- Part 2:
- 15-10-5
- Thrusters (145 lb/65 kg for men, 100 lb/45 kg for women)
- Ring Muscle-Ups (RMU)
- 15-10-5
This event blends high-rep weightlifting with advanced gymnastics. Athletes must power through the wall balls and hang snatches in the first part, only to face heavier thrusters and demanding ring muscle-ups in the second. It’s a test of pacing, strength, and gymnastic prowess under fatigue.
What to Expect from the Individual Events
The diversity of events at Wodapalooza reflects the essence of functional fitness: the ability to excel across a variety of physical demands. From heavy lifting to gymnastic control and endurance challenges, these workouts ensure the best all-around athletes rise to the top.
Team Event Descriptions
The team competition at TYR Wodapalooza is one of the most exciting parts of the festival, showcasing camaraderie, strategy, and synchronized effort. Teams of three (either all male or all female) compete across various events, with workouts designed to test collaboration as much as individual skill. Below is a detailed breakdown of the 2025 team events.
Team Event 1: Overhead Squad
Location: Dymatize Lifting Stage
Format: For Max Load
- Each team member attempts a 1-rep max Overhead Squat.
This event sets the tone for the team competition, emphasizing pure strength and stability. Athletes must exhibit excellent mobility, core control, and communication with teammates to maximize their collective load. The strategy revolves around each team member knowing their limits while aiming to outperform their competitors.
Team Event 2: Block Party
Location: Reign Total Body Fuel Sandbox
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- Sandbag Cleans
- Team Burpees Over Sandbag
- Partner Deadlifts
This event combines functional strength with synchronized teamwork. The sandbag cleans challenge raw power, while the team burpees demand coordination. Partner deadlifts, performed by two teammates lifting a single barbell, require precise timing and balanced effort. Teams must strategize their workload to ensure no athlete burns out too quickly.
Team Event 3: Worm Up, Hands Down
Location: TYR Arena
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- Worm Thrusters
- Handstand Walk Relay
- Worm Overhead Lunges
The infamous worm—a weighted, segmented implement used in team workouts—is a test of synchronization and grit. The worm thrusters and overhead lunges require all three athletes to move in perfect harmony, while the handstand walk relay adds an element of individual skill. Teams that communicate well and maintain composure will excel.
Team Event 4: Race to the Top
Location: TYR Arena
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- Rope Climbs (Regular and Legless)
- Team Synchro Dumbbell Snatches
- Box Jump Overs
This workout emphasizes speed, coordination, and efficiency. Teams must balance workload distribution to avoid fatigue, especially during the challenging rope climbs. Synchro dumbbell snatches require precise timing, while the box jump overs add a cardio element that pushes athletes to keep moving under pressure.
Team Event 5: 3334
Location: Reign Total Body Fuel Sandbox
Format: AMRAP (As Many Reps as Possible)
- Structure:
- 3 minutes of work, 3 minutes of rest, repeated 4 times.
During each work interval, teams will cycle through high-rep movements that test endurance and power. The forced rest periods give teams a chance to strategize their rotations, ensuring no single athlete becomes overwhelmed. The format rewards consistency and efficiency across all four rounds.
Team Event 6: The Trio Triplet
Location: TYR Arena
Format: For Time
- Movements:
- 3 Rounds of:
- Rowing (Calorie-based)
- Thrusters
- Bar Muscle-Ups
- 3 Rounds of:
This classic CrossFit-style triplet pushes teams to work in harmony. Each round demands a combination of aerobic capacity (rowing), strength endurance (thrusters), and gymnastic skill (bar muscle-ups). Athletes must rotate smoothly to maximize efficiency and minimize time wasted during transitions.
What Makes the Team Events Unique?
1. The Worm
The inclusion of the worm in several events is a signature element of Wodapalooza. Its uneven weight distribution and requirement for team synchronization make it one of the most challenging tools in functional fitness.
2. Synchronized Movements
Many workouts feature synchronized elements like burpees, dumbbell snatches, or thrusters. These movements test not just fitness but communication and timing, making teamwork the key to success.
3. Strategic Rotations
Teams must decide how to divide the workload based on each athlete’s strengths. For example, an athlete skilled in gymnastics might handle the majority of bar muscle-ups, while a stronger teammate focuses on heavy lifts.
A Look Back at 2024’s Winning Teams
The 2024 Elite Team Champions showcased the importance of teamwork and individual skill:
- Men’s Elite Team Champions: Team GOWOD (Justin Medeiros, Jay Crouch, Willy Georges)
- Women’s Elite Team Champions: Stronger Than a 90s Trend (Kelsey Kiel, Emelie Lundberg, Kelly Baker)
Both teams excelled by staying consistent across all events, proving that balance and communication are just as critical as individual talent.