Looking for a taste of what’s coming up in fitness and sports in 2025? We’ve got you covered.
From endurance races to strength competitions here’s a roundup of the key events to add to your diary.
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4. Yoga and Meditation Retreats
6. Endurance & Obstacle Events
7. Calisthenics and Bodyweight Competitions
1. Hyrox
With Hyrox coming to the UK it’s becoming the go-to fitness race, and we’re seeing a wave of people wanting to push themselves to the limit and take on the challenge.
Key 2025 locations:
- Glasgow: Hydro Arena
- Manchester Central: The energy is electric here
- London ExCel: Usual season finale for UK Hyrox events
Get all the race dates here
2. CrossFit Games & Events
In 2025 the CrossFit Games season will see online qualifiers and regional events leading to the international competitions.
UK events include:
- Masters and Teens Championships: Online qualifiers take place June 2025 (12-16th, 19-23rd, and 26-30th) and the finals are on September 6-7 at CrossFit Southampton.
- Yorkshire Games Beach Throwdown: July 5-6, 2025 on Bridlington South Beach.
- Strength in Depth Triple Threat: Details to be confirmed for 2025.
3. Strongman Competitions
Must see:
- Giants Live Tour: Events at Cardiff Motorpoint Arena and Sheffield’s Utilita Arena featuring elite athletes competing for World’s Strongest Man spots.
- Arnold Strongman UK: Held at the NEC Birmingham, this is a highlight of the strength sports calendar.
4. Yoga and Meditation Retreats
For holistic fitness:
- Om Yoga Show: Returns to Alexandra Palace, London in October.
- Balance Festival: At London’s Old Truman Brewery offering yoga, mindfulness classes, and lifestyle advice.
5. MMA Events
MMA fans look out for:
- UFC Fight Night London: A staple of the UK MMA scene at The O2 Arena in March or July.
- Cage Warriors: Regularly at York Hall, London.
6. Endurance & Obstacle Events
Physical and mental toughness:
- Tough Mudder: Courses at Midlands (Belvoir Castle) and South London are iconic.
- Spartan Race: At Twickenham Stadium and the Scottish Highlands with multiple difficulty levels.
7. Calisthenics and Bodyweight Competitions
Emerging:
- Street Workout World Cup – UK Leg: Often in Manchester or London with dynamic bodyweight workouts.
8. Notable Functional Fitness Events
- Battle Cancer: Charity competition in Manchester and Edinburgh.
- The Rainhill Trials - 22 March 2025.
- The National Fitness Games: At Loughborough University.
9. Martial Arts and Combat Sports Festivals
- BJJ British Open: UK’s biggest BJJ comp, usually in Birmingham.
- Muay Thai Grand Prix: Events in London’s Indigo at The O2 featuring international fighters.
Whether you're an athlete, coach, or spectator, these events are where you can connect with the UK fitness community.
Keep an eye on official event pages like Hyrox, Giants Live, and Om Yoga Show for updates.
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