For the very first time, university athletes from all over the world will hold centre stage at a HYROX competition stepping into the spotlight on 23 September 2026 in Rome, to compete for the first FISU World University HYROX event.
A full day dedicated to student-athletes participating to two distinct events: the FISU World University HYROX Championship and the FISU World University open category. Available to both experienced and beginners, this will certainly be a unique opportunity not to be missed!.
HYROX is a global indoor “fitness racing” competition combining running with a series of functional workout stations, testing participants’ strength, endurance, and overall fitness.
Are you ready to climb to the top of the FISU World University HYROX podium?
FISU World University HYROX Championship
The FISU World University HYROX Championship will feature men’s, women’s, and mixed categories in the demanding « PRO » category designed for experienced racers, concretely:
- 8km running
- Sled Push: 202 kg (Men) / 152 kg (Women)
- Sled Pull: 153 kg (Men) / 103 kg (Women)
- Farmers Carry: 2 × 32 kg (Men) / 2 × 24 kg (Women)
- Sandbag Lunges: 30 kg (Men) / 20 kg (Women)
- Wall Balls: 9 kg / 100 reps (Men) / 6 kg / 100 reps (Women)
Participants represent their country and registrations to the FISU World University HYROX Championship are exclusively available via National University Sports Federations (link?).
FISU World University HYROX “OPEN”
The FISU World University HYROX “OPEN” category is a standard, accessible entry point division designed for beginners and intermediate participants, combining 8km of running with eight functional workout stations using lighter weights compared to the ones included within the FISU World University HYROX Championship.
Participating in the FISU World University HYROX means experiencing competition at the highest level, but with a unique identity. You’ll get early access to the official competition course, representing your university and your fellow students.
If you want to test your limits away from your books, this is the perfect stage.
Registrations to this “OPEN” category are done directly by university students through the HYROX registration platform [Insert Link]
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FISU President’s Welcome Message
Dear student-athletes, dear friends,
I am delighted to welcome you to Rome, for the 2026 FISU World University Championship HYROX.
I would like to address you first, dear student-athletes, who are and who always be the beating heart of FISU.
Competing at the World University Championships is a career highlight for many of you. For others, it is a step up to the next level of performance. What you all have in common is your love of sport, your commitment, your fair play and your respect. You come together as rivals, from different places and different backgrounds, but you will almost certainly leave as friends.
Despite the challenging times we are all facing, you remind us of the special power of young people to reassure us that a better world is possible. You remind us of the need to prioritise sport, sustainability, inclusivity and healthy social exchange. FISU firmly believes that university athletes are the role models and future leaders the world needs.
Over the following day, you will compete alongside some of the best student-athletes on the planet. The FISU World University Championships demand skill, athleticism, and single-minded determination to do your best. But beyond the competition, FISU urges you to have fun. May you return home with memories that will last a lifetime!
None of FISU’s events would be possible without the generosity of our hosts. I want to extend our sincere gratitude to the National University Sports Federation of Italy, the organisers for their dedication and the volunteers for their passion.
FISU is also grateful for the ongoing support of the International Sports Federations. Together, we aim to provide the highest level of technical excellence on and off the field of play.
I am confident that the 2026 FISU World University Championship HYROX in Rome will give you every opportunity to shine, to interact and to grow as people.
I wish you the best of luck!
Leonz Eder
FISU President