HYROX launches Youngstars race format for ages 8–15
The new format was designed for athletes ages 8–15, with age-specific workouts and separate divisions across four two-year age bands.
HYROX introduced its Youngstars race format for athletes ages 8–15 at its Birmingham event, scheduled for Oct. 31–Nov. 1, 2026.1
The schedule divided races into boys’ and girls’ groups for ages 8–9, 10–11, 12–13 and 14–15 across the two days. HYROX said the format used workouts tailored to each age stage, with a participant’s age on race day determining the category.1
For trainers working with young athletes, the event provided an age-banded competition option for participants ages 8–15.1
