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COVID-19 POLICY
CROSSFIT LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE COURSE
PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK
VERSION 9.6
Effective Date 2021 JANUARY 22
Copyright © 2021 CrossFit, LLC. All Rights Reserved. CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.
V9.6-20210122KW
,CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook
version 9.6
COVID-19 POLICY — LEVEL 1, continued
COVID-19 POLICY—LEVEL 1
Update: January 1, 2021
CrossFit, LLC is closely monitoring the situation surrounding COVID-19, and the Training Department is working dili-
gently to minimize its continued effects on maintaining a current CrossFit trainer credential.
ONLINE LEVEL 1 COURSE— CREDENTIAL REVALIDATION
Effective April 8, 2020, a temporary online version of the CrossFit Level 1 Course is available as an option for those
who need to revalidate or maintain a current CrossFit trainer credential. At this time, the online offering is available
in English only.
The course includes two components:
1. A self-paced online course that can be completed at home. The course begins with lecture-based and
interactive instruction on the fundamental principles and movements of CrossFit and ends with a
50-question multiple-choice test.
2. A live four-hour webinar, where participants can engage in a Q&A with CrossFit’s top coaches and receive
coaching through foundational movements in a small group setting.
Both components can be completed at home and, upon completion, will allow a trainer to revalidate their CF-L1 or
CF-L2 credential.
Successful completion of the Online Level 1 Course will fulfill revalidation requirements for current CF-L1 credential
holders and be valid for five years from the date of issue.
LEVEL 1 REVALIDATION
Current Level 1 trainers with a CF-L1 expiring between March 31, 2020 and August 31, 2020, received an extension
through October 1, 2020. A second extension was issued through December 31, 2020, and a third extension was
issued through March 31, 2021.
To revalidate their CF-L1, trainers may opt for the aforementioned online version of the Level 1 Course or register to
attend an in-person Level 1 Course at a later date.
An alternative option for current CF-L1 trainers is to wait until in-person courses become available again and earn the
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2) credential. All currently scheduled Level 2 Certificate Courses in locations where in-per-
son courses are possible can be viewed on our website. Additional courses are added weekly, as restrictions allow.
ALREADY REGISTERED
If you are already registered for an in-person course and would like to switch to the online option, please contact
.
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COVID-19 POLICY — LEVEL 1, continued
ONLINE LEVEL 1 COURSE—FIRST-TIME CREDENTIAL
Due to ongoing COVID-19 related restrictions, effective December 4, 2020, a temporary online version of the CrossFit
Level 1 Course is available to individuals worldwide. This temporary offering provides a path to earning the CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1) credential.
The course includes two components:
1. A self-paced online course that can be completed at home. The course begins with lecture-based and
interactive instruction on the fundamental principles and movements of CrossFit and ends with a
50-question multiple-choice test.
2. A live four-hour webinar, where participants can engage in a Q&A with CrossFit’s top coaches as well as
receive coaching through foundational movements in a small group setting.
Upon completion of the course, participants are able to obtain a first-time CF-OL1 credential.
A CF-OL1 credential earned for the first time via the Online Level 1 Course affords the designation of CrossFit Level 1
Trainer Online (CF-OL1), meets CrossFit’s requirement for training others using CrossFit methods, and provides the
opportunity to apply for affiliation with CrossFit. This credential is valid for three years.
A current list of eligible locations can be found here. CrossFit reserves the right to update this list at any time, as the
situation surrounding COVID-19 and corresponding restrictions continues to evolve.
DISCLAIMER
Participants enrolled in the online version of the CrossFit Level 1 Course are subject to all policies outlined in this
Participant Handbook and the Trainer License Agreement.
CrossFit reserves the right to revert to standard policies pertaining to the CF-L1 and other credentials as the situation
related to COVID-19 improves.
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Frequently Asked Questions, continued
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS—ONLINE LEVEL 1
1. Where can I find information on the online version of the Level 1 Course?
Information can be found here.
2. I do not have a current CF-L1 or CF-L2. Am I eligible to register for the online version of the Level 1
Course?
Due to the ongoing global constraints related to COVID-19, the Online Level 1 Course has been made tempo-
rarily available to individuals worldwide. This course provides such individuals a path to earning the CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1) credential.
A CF-OL1 credential earned for the first time via the Online Level 1 Course affords the designation of CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1), meets CrossFit’s requirement for training others using CrossFit methods, and
provides the opportunity to apply for affiliation with CrossFit. This credential is valid for three years.
A current list of eligible locations can be found here. CrossFit reserves the right to update this list at any time,
as the situation surrounding COVID-19 and corresponding restrictions continues to evolve.
3. I need to revalidate my CF-L1. Can I complete the online version to satisfy that requirement?
Yes. By fulfilling all requirements for the online version of the Level 1, you will revalidate your CF-L1 credential.
It will remain valid for five years from the date of issue.
4. I am an affiliate owner. Will completing the online version of the Level 1 satisfy the requirement to
maintain current CrossFit trainer status?
Yes. By fulfilling all requirements for the online version of the Level 1, you will revalidate your CF-L1 credential.
It will remain valid for five years from the date of issue.
5. I have a current CF-L2. If I complete the online version of the Level 1, does that also extend my CF-L2?
Yes. For the duration of COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings, current CF-L2 credential holders will be eligible to
revalidate their CF-L2 by taking the Online Level 1 Course. If you are registered to attend a CF-L2 for the first
time (i.e., you are not currently a CF-L2 credential holder), the online option is not open to you to obtain the
CF-L2 credential.
We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely and will continue to adapt our policies to best serve our
community of trainers and affiliates.
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COVID-19 POLICY
CROSSFIT LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE COURSE
PARTICIPANT HANDBOOK
VERSION 9.6
Effective Date 2021 JANUARY 22
Copyright © 2021 CrossFit, LLC. All Rights Reserved. CrossFit is a registered trademark of CrossFit, LLC.
V9.6-20210122KW
,CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook
version 9.6
COVID-19 POLICY — LEVEL 1, continued
COVID-19 POLICY—LEVEL 1
Update: January 1, 2021
CrossFit, LLC is closely monitoring the situation surrounding COVID-19, and the Training Department is working dili-
gently to minimize its continued effects on maintaining a current CrossFit trainer credential.
ONLINE LEVEL 1 COURSE— CREDENTIAL REVALIDATION
Effective April 8, 2020, a temporary online version of the CrossFit Level 1 Course is available as an option for those
who need to revalidate or maintain a current CrossFit trainer credential. At this time, the online offering is available
in English only.
The course includes two components:
1. A self-paced online course that can be completed at home. The course begins with lecture-based and
interactive instruction on the fundamental principles and movements of CrossFit and ends with a
50-question multiple-choice test.
2. A live four-hour webinar, where participants can engage in a Q&A with CrossFit’s top coaches and receive
coaching through foundational movements in a small group setting.
Both components can be completed at home and, upon completion, will allow a trainer to revalidate their CF-L1 or
CF-L2 credential.
Successful completion of the Online Level 1 Course will fulfill revalidation requirements for current CF-L1 credential
holders and be valid for five years from the date of issue.
LEVEL 1 REVALIDATION
Current Level 1 trainers with a CF-L1 expiring between March 31, 2020 and August 31, 2020, received an extension
through October 1, 2020. A second extension was issued through December 31, 2020, and a third extension was
issued through March 31, 2021.
To revalidate their CF-L1, trainers may opt for the aforementioned online version of the Level 1 Course or register to
attend an in-person Level 1 Course at a later date.
An alternative option for current CF-L1 trainers is to wait until in-person courses become available again and earn the
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer (CF-L2) credential. All currently scheduled Level 2 Certificate Courses in locations where in-per-
son courses are possible can be viewed on our website. Additional courses are added weekly, as restrictions allow.
ALREADY REGISTERED
If you are already registered for an in-person course and would like to switch to the online option, please contact
.
Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook | 1 of 50
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,CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook
version 9.6
COVID-19 POLICY — LEVEL 1, continued
ONLINE LEVEL 1 COURSE—FIRST-TIME CREDENTIAL
Due to ongoing COVID-19 related restrictions, effective December 4, 2020, a temporary online version of the CrossFit
Level 1 Course is available to individuals worldwide. This temporary offering provides a path to earning the CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1) credential.
The course includes two components:
1. A self-paced online course that can be completed at home. The course begins with lecture-based and
interactive instruction on the fundamental principles and movements of CrossFit and ends with a
50-question multiple-choice test.
2. A live four-hour webinar, where participants can engage in a Q&A with CrossFit’s top coaches as well as
receive coaching through foundational movements in a small group setting.
Upon completion of the course, participants are able to obtain a first-time CF-OL1 credential.
A CF-OL1 credential earned for the first time via the Online Level 1 Course affords the designation of CrossFit Level 1
Trainer Online (CF-OL1), meets CrossFit’s requirement for training others using CrossFit methods, and provides the
opportunity to apply for affiliation with CrossFit. This credential is valid for three years.
A current list of eligible locations can be found here. CrossFit reserves the right to update this list at any time, as the
situation surrounding COVID-19 and corresponding restrictions continues to evolve.
DISCLAIMER
Participants enrolled in the online version of the CrossFit Level 1 Course are subject to all policies outlined in this
Participant Handbook and the Trainer License Agreement.
CrossFit reserves the right to revert to standard policies pertaining to the CF-L1 and other credentials as the situation
related to COVID-19 improves.
Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook | 2 of 50
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, CrossFit Level 1 Certificate Course Participant Handbook
version 9.6
Frequently Asked Questions, continued
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS—ONLINE LEVEL 1
1. Where can I find information on the online version of the Level 1 Course?
Information can be found here.
2. I do not have a current CF-L1 or CF-L2. Am I eligible to register for the online version of the Level 1
Course?
Due to the ongoing global constraints related to COVID-19, the Online Level 1 Course has been made tempo-
rarily available to individuals worldwide. This course provides such individuals a path to earning the CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1) credential.
A CF-OL1 credential earned for the first time via the Online Level 1 Course affords the designation of CrossFit
Level 1 Trainer Online (CF-OL1), meets CrossFit’s requirement for training others using CrossFit methods, and
provides the opportunity to apply for affiliation with CrossFit. This credential is valid for three years.
A current list of eligible locations can be found here. CrossFit reserves the right to update this list at any time,
as the situation surrounding COVID-19 and corresponding restrictions continues to evolve.
3. I need to revalidate my CF-L1. Can I complete the online version to satisfy that requirement?
Yes. By fulfilling all requirements for the online version of the Level 1, you will revalidate your CF-L1 credential.
It will remain valid for five years from the date of issue.
4. I am an affiliate owner. Will completing the online version of the Level 1 satisfy the requirement to
maintain current CrossFit trainer status?
Yes. By fulfilling all requirements for the online version of the Level 1, you will revalidate your CF-L1 credential.
It will remain valid for five years from the date of issue.
5. I have a current CF-L2. If I complete the online version of the Level 1, does that also extend my CF-L2?
Yes. For the duration of COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings, current CF-L2 credential holders will be eligible to
revalidate their CF-L2 by taking the Online Level 1 Course. If you are registered to attend a CF-L2 for the first
time (i.e., you are not currently a CF-L2 credential holder), the online option is not open to you to obtain the
CF-L2 credential.
We are monitoring the COVID-19 situation closely and will continue to adapt our policies to best serve our
community of trainers and affiliates.
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