Common Questions

• What are the terms and conditions of the free Nutrition Course Black Friday offer?

  The sale begins on November 27, 2024 6 AM PST and ends on December 3, 2024 11:59 PM PST. CrossFit reserves the right to change the beginning or end date. Must purchase an in person course to receive a free Nutrition I course code. Code will be sent within 5 days post payment to your email. Cannot be applied to retroactive purchases. Cannot be used on a different online course. Code is transferable. The deadline to redeem is June 30, 2025.

• How can I pay over time with Klarna?

  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
  • Monthly financing through Klarna issued by WebBank. Other CA resident loans made or arranged pursuant to a California Financing Law license.

  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.

• Who is required to have a CF-L1 credential?

  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).

• What does each day of the Level 1 entail?

  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.

• What must I do to earn my Level 1 certificate?

  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.

• What languages are spoken at the course, and used for the test?

  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.

• Are there discounts for First Responders, Teachers, Military?

  To inquire about discounts for first responders, full-time school teachers, and 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.

• I’ve attended the Level 1 Course previously, but my certificate has lapsed. Do I need to complete my Level 1 Course again, or can I attend the Level 2 course?

  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.