General Rules for the Championship Event Series

The Championship Event Series hosts two independent competitions each year - the New Zealand Championship (NZ Champs) and the Oceania Championship (OC Champs).

Each competition follows its own format, qualifier and in-person Individual and Team final. The below outlines the rules and structure for both events unless otherwise specified.

Competition Structure

Online Qualifier

The Championship Event Series includes two distinct competitions - the New Zealand Championship and the Oceania Championship. Each event begins with its own individual online qualifier, featuring a series of tests released via Competition Corner. Athlete performances are judged, validated, and ranked on their respective leaderboards. The top athletes in each division will qualify for that event’s in-person championship.

In-Person Championships

Qualified individuals and teams will advance to the finals specific to the event they qualified for - either the New Zealand Championship or the Oceania Championship. Event dates, divisions, and competition formats will be announced via official social media channels and Competition Corner.

Athlete and Team Eligibility

Registration

All athletes and teams must register for each event separately via Competition Corner before the published deadlines. Athletes must ensure they are registering for the correct event (NZ and/or Oceania) during the online qualifier, as each event is run independently with separate divisions, finals and prize structures. Athletes may register for both events if they wish. Athletes competing in an in-person final must also hold an active CrossFit.com account and complete registration on the CrossFit website. (not required for the online qualifier).

Eligibility for Titles and Prizes

The competition is open to all athletes regardless of nationality. Non-citizens may compete, win prize money and receive recognition as the New Zealand CrossFit Champion and the Oceania CrossFit Champion.

Affiliates with Multiple Teams

Multiple teams from the same affiliate gym may compete.

Team rosters are locked once the competition starts. Injured athletes may be replaced before the start of the event but not during the competition. Any mid-competition roster changes result in disqualification from further point accumulation.

Waivers

Athletes must agree, without limitation, to comply with the rules and guidelines stipulated in the NZ Champs and Oceania Champs Rules and Liability and Refund Policy, including the Assumption of Risk Waiver.

Judging and Video Submissions

Judging Standards

Judges enforce movement and test standards and validate scores.
It is recommended that judges complete the CrossFit Judges Course.

Video Submission Guidelines

Submissions must be uploaded to the correct competition page (NZ Champs or Oceania Champs) on Competition Corner by the stated deadlines. Each event will maintain separate leaderboards and judging panels. Videos must clearly show movements from appropriate angles and meet specified standards. Timing clocks must clearly be displayed during workouts. Fisheye lenses are prohibited. Submissions that are incomplete or fail to meet criteria may be invalidated or adjusted without warning.

Score Modifications

Reasons for score modification include:

Unclear or obstructed video evidence.

Violation of movement standards or test format.

Inappropriate workout attire affecting judgment.

Invalid Submissions

Championship Event Series reserves the right to invalidate any score found to involve malicious intent or unfair advantage. Invalid scores will result in disqualification from the leaderboard.

Appeals Process

Only the affected athlete may file an appeal by emailing info@championshipeventseries.com.

Appeals must include the test in question, original and modified scores and a rationale for the appeal.

Appeals will be reviewed and final decisions communicated via email.

Advancement from Online Qualifier

Leaderboards will be finalised after video reviews are completed.

The top Men and Women across all divisions, sub divisions and competitions will advance to the in-person championships. Elite (38),  Intermediate (40), Scaled (40), Masters (10), Teens (5), Adaptive (5).

Athlete Entourage

Each individual athlete or team may apply for one coaches pass to allow access to warm-up areas. All other areas are restricted. Applications must be made and approved via email prior to the events commencement date, numbers will be limited and fees may apply. Personal therapy providers (e.g. masseuses, chiropractors) may operate only in designated areas. Applications must be made and approved via email prior to the events commencement date.

Prizes

Cash prizes will be awarded in NZD for NZ Champs and AUD for Oceania Champs. Winners may need to present valid identification to claim prizes, which will be distributed within one month of the event’s conclusion.

Cancellation and Modification Policy

Championship Event Series reserves the right to cancel, modify, or suspend the event due to unforeseen circumstances. If canceled, Championship Event Series has no obligation to award prizes. Modifications to competition format, invitations, or divisions are at the sole discretion of the Championship Event Series team.

Equipment and Attire

Proper workout attire is required and must not interfere with judging.

Permitted gear includes chalk, weight belts, joint sleeves, grips, wrist guards, compression sleeves. Prohibited items include any equipment providing an unfair advantage.

Divisions

Individual

Elite: Must meet standards comparable to CrossFit Semi-Finals.

Intermediate: Lower repetitions or reduced weights compared to Elite.

Scaled: Basic movement standards with reduced repetitions and weights.

Teams

Elite: Must meet standards comparable to CrossFit Semi-Finals.

Intermediate: Lower repetitions or reduced weights compared to Elite.

Scaled: Basic movement standards with reduced repetitions and weights.

For any updates, refer to Competition Corner and the relevant Championship Event Series social media platforms.