Level 1 Certificate Course

  • 14 CEU

  • In Person

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ASTM E2659

Certificate Issuer

Overview

The Level 1 offers expert instruction on the CrossFit methodology through two days of classroom instruction, small-group training sessions, and coach-led workouts. The Level 1 environment and all aspects of the course are supportive of all levels of athletes, from the absolute beginner to the more experienced.

In addition to our regularly scheduled CrossFit Level 1 and CrossFit Level 2 Courses, we also offer private CrossFit courses. Visit this page to learn how to host a private Level 1 or Level 2 for your organization.

INSIDE THE LEVEL 1 COURSE

Classroom Instruction

Instruction includes lectures on foundational movements, the CrossFit methodology, nutrition, and programming.

SMALL-GROUP BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Breakout sessions focus on improving individual participants’ mechanics while instructors engage participants in a dialogue that illuminates and reinforces effective coaching strategies.

WORKOUTS

Workouts provide examples of how to conduct a group class, hold a standard of proper mechanics when working at high intensity, and scale movements for any ability level.

PRICE

CurrencyCourse PriceRetest PriceRevalidation Price
USD$1,150$150$1,000
AUD$1,950 $255 $1,695
CAD$1,570$205$1,365
EURO€1,340€175€1,165
GBP£1115 £150£970

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Registration is available until the course is full or the start of the course, whichever comes first. However, there is a 20-percent fee added if registration takes place 14 days or less from the date of the course.
  • CrossFit has partnered with Klarna to offer options to buy now and pay later for online courses, and the Online Level 1, in-person Level 1, and Level 2 course. Klarna is available in limited locations. If Klarna is an option, it will be displayed at checkout.

PREPARATION

Common Questions

  • CrossFit has partnered with Klarna to offer options to buy now and pay later for online courses, and the Online Level 1, in-person Level 1, and Level 2 course.

    Klarna is available in limited locations. If Klarna is an option, it will be displayed at checkout.

    United States (Currency = USD)

    • Pay in 4 installments ($60 – $1,200)
    • 6, 12, 18, 24-month financing
    • Interest rates vary

    Canada (Currency = CAD)

    • Pay in 4 installments (up to $4,000)

    Australia (Currency = AUD)

    • Pay in 4 installments (up to $2,000)

    United Kingdom (Currency = GBP)

    • Pay in 30 days
    • Pay in 3 installments (£30 – £1000)

    Europe (Currency = Euro)

    Features vary based on the country.

    • Austria
      • Pay Later (0 – 5,000 EUR)
      • 6, 12, 24-month financing
      • Interest rates vary
    • Belgium
      • Pay Later (1 – 1500 EUR  for first time customers, 1 – 2500 EUR for returning customers)
    • Finland
      • Pay Later (1 – 5,000 EUR)
      • 6, 12, 24-month financing
      • Interest rates vary
    • France
      • Pay Later (0 – 500 EUR)
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 1500 EUR)
    • Germany
      • Pay Later (1 – 5,000 EUR)
      • 6, 12, 24-month financing
      • Interest rates vary
    • Greece
      • Pay in 3 installments  (0 – 500 EUR)
    • Ireland
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 1,500 EUR)
    • Italy
      • Pay Later (0 – 500 EUR)
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 1,500 EUR)
    • Netherlands
      • Pay Later (1 – 5,000 EUR)
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 4,000 EUR)
    • Portugal
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 1,500 EUR)
    • Spain
      • Pay Later  (0 – 500 EUR)
      • Pay in 3 installments (35 – 1,500 EUR)

    Please reach out to seminars@crossfit.com with any questions.

  • Coaches at CrossFit gyms and affiliate owners are required to have a CF-L1 credential, at minimum. We recommend that coaches and affiliates hone their skills with continuing education, including CrossFit’s online courses, specialty courses, and higher credentials (L2, L3, or L4).

  • Day 1

    • 9:00 – 9:10  Opening Remarks
    • 9:10 – 9:55  Methodology Lecture
    • 9:55 – 10:30  Movement Lecture
    • 10:30 – 11:30  Movement Practical
    • 11:30 – 12:15  Methodology Lecture
    • 12:15  – 1:15  Lunch
    • 1:15 – 1:45  Movement Lecture
    • 1:45 – 2:45  Movement Practical
    • 2:45 – 3:20  Methodology Lecture
    • 3:20 – 4:00  Movement Lecture and Practical
    • 4:00 – 5:00  Closing Remarks

    Day 2

    • 9:00 – 9:10  Opening Remarks
    • 9:10 – 9:40  Movement Lecture
    • 9:40 – 10:35  Movement Practical
    • 10:35 – 11:10  Workout
    • 11:10 – 12:00  Methodology Lecture
    • 12:00 – 1:00  Lunch
    • 1:00 – 1:25  Movement Lecture
    • 1:25 – 2:00  Movement Lecture and Practical
    • 2:00 – 2:30  Movement Lecture and Practical
    • 2:30 – 3:20  Methodology Lecture
    • 3:20 – 4:50  Level 1 Test
    • 4:50 – 5:00  Closing Remarks

    View a PDF of the daily schedule here.

  • To receive a Level 1 Trainer Certificate, one must:

    • Attend the entire two-day course (approximately 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. both days). Attendance includes full exposure to all lectures, full participation in all practical breakout sessions, and full participation in all workouts.
    • Pass the Level 1 test.
    • Sign the CrossFit Trainer License Agreement and agree to the policies outlined in the Level 1 Participant Handbook, the Waiver and Release of Liability, and the Confidentiality Agreement.
    • Pay all course/test fees in full.

    If you do not meet these requirements, you are issued a Certificate of Attendance.

  • Course Language

    English is the default language for the Level 1 course. In some countries, a translator is provided, and lecture and small-group practical sessions are translated in real time. Courses with a translator are specified in the “Language” section from the event registration link. Generally, translators are used in Latin America and some countries in Europe and Asia.

    Test Languages

    • Arabic
    • Chinese
    • English
    • French
    • German
    • Italian
    • Japanese
    • Korean
    • Polish
    • Portuguese (Brazilian)
    • Russian
    • Spanish (Castilian, Latin American)

    The Level 1 Training Guide is also translated into these languages.

  • To inquire about discounts for first responders, full-time school teachers, and U.S. active duty and veteran military personnel, email seminars@crossfit.com.

    Soldiers can get their CrossFit education paid for by the U.S. Army using Army Credentialing Assistance. Eligible courses include the L1, L2, select online courses, and the L3. Learn more and get started here.

  • Anyone who has ever held a CF-L1, CF-OL1, or CF-L2 can register for and attend the Level 2 Certificate Course, even if their credential is expired.

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