The Semifinal Spectator Experience: A Guide to North America East
The final week of the 2024 CrossFit Semifinals is upon us, and with it comes the North America East Semifinal by Syndicate Crown.
- If you’re heading to the Knoxville Civic Coliseum in Tennessee to watch all the live action, here’s a rundown of the gyms, restaurants, coffee shops, and other activities in the area that you can enjoy this weekend.
Worth noting: Remember, the venue has a clear bag policy, and if you still need to grab tickets, head here.
There is more than just the Semifinal to watch, too.
Syndicate Crown will host a community event all weekend, where people can compete solo, in pairs, or on teams of three.
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- Community divisions will compete outside on Mary Costa Plaza, which is located directly opposite the Knoxville Civic Coliseum. Head here for heat information.
In addition to all the fitness, local food trucks will be parked at the venue, offering spectators many options to refuel. Here are some highlights to check out.
Get Fit
Below, you’ll find a selection of gyms in the area to check out throughout the competition weekend.
Rocky Top CrossFit
This affiliate is located closest to the venue and only five minutes from the downtown hotels.
- Drop-In Rates:
- $20 a day or $50 a week
- The gym will have special rates for Syndicate Crown competitors and volunteers
- Open Gym:
- Saturday: 7 a.m. — 12 p.m.
- Classes:
- Monday-Friday: 5:30 a.m., 6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
- Other Info:
- Pit Fitness Ranch Teens will hold an open house at the gym on May 29 from 3-6 p.m., and all teen competitors are invited.
- On May 29 also, R.A.D Global will be in-house leading classes at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.; make sure to sign up ahead of time on the website.
CrossFit 1st Creek
- Drop-In Rates:
- $15 for a day or $25 for a drop-in plus a t-shirt
- Classes:
- Monday-Thursday: 5:15 a.m., 6:15 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
- Friday: 5:15 a.m., 6:15 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.
- Other Info:
- The gym is partnering with Northern Spirit and hosting a free community WOD at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. Make sure to RSVP on the website.
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CrossFit One Valley
- Drop-In Rates:
- $20 per day, or buy a shirt for $25 and work out for free
- If you are a Mayhem athlete competing, the gym is offering free access
- If you are a Mayhem athlete and you are not competing, the gym is giving a discount of $10 per day
- Open Gym:
- Saturday: 7 a.m.
- Classes:
- Monday-Thursday: 6 a.m., 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
- Friday: 6 a.m., 7 a.m., 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.
- Saturday-Sunday: 8 a.m.
- Other Info:
- On Thursday, May 30, at 5:30 p.m., the gym is hosting a Lululemon-sponsored sweat workout, which is free and open to the public.
- There is also cold plunge and sauna access for $20
CrossFit Knoxville
- Drop-In Rates:
- $20 a day or $50 for a week
- Classes:
- Monday-Friday: 5:30 a.m., 6:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 12 p.m., 4 p.m., 5:30 p.m., and 6:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 8 a.m.
- Open Gym:
- Saturday: 9 a.m.
Get Educated
The Syndicate Crown has events and seminars scheduled throughout the weekend. Registration is required unless noted. You can register here!
Here’s the schedule:
Friday, May 31
- VIP Affiliate Owner Tour of Syndicate Crown
- Location: CrossFit Booth
- Time: 12-12:30 p.m. (No registration required)
- VIP Affiliate Owner Tour of Syndicate Crown Spectator Workout – Presented by HWPO
- Location: Community Event Stage
- Time: 1:30-2:30 p.m. (No registration required)
- EDU Seminar Hitting the Stimulus: How to Know You’re Scaling Appropriately (For coaches and athletes)
- Location: Ballroom
- Time: 3:30-4:15 p.m.
- Affiliate Owner Workout
- Location: Community Stage
- Time: 5:30-6:00 p.m. (No registration required)
- Affiliate Owner Recovery Happy Hour, Provided by Jocko Fuel
- Location: CrossFit Booth
- Time: 6-7 p.m.
Saturday, June 1
- Coffee and Q&A With HQ Leadership
- Location: CrossFit Booth
- Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
- EDU Seminar — Preparing for the Level 2: What to Expect Before Your Seminar
- Location: EDU Booth
- Time: 12:15-1:00 p.m.
- Spectator Workout — Presented by Mayhem Nation
- Location: Community Event Stage
- Time: 1:30-2:30 p.m. (No registration required)
- VIP Affiliate Owner Tour of Syndicate Crown
- Location: Ballroom
- Time: 1:30-2:00 p.m. (No registration required)
Sunday, June 2
- Affiliate Owner Ruck
- Location: Meet outside of Vendor Village on Howard Baker Jr. Avenue
- Time: 7-8:15 a.m.
- VIP Affiliate Owner Tour of Syndicate Crown
- Location: CrossFit Booth
- Time: 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (No registration required)
- EDU Seminar – Hitting the Stimulus: How to Know You’re Scaling Appropriately (For coaches and athletes)
- Location: Ballroom
- Time: 12-12:45 p.m.
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Get Caffeinated
CrossFitters love coffee as much as they hate wearing shirts. Be sure to catch that caffeine buzz before you hit the arena (or once you get there!):
Get Full
You’re sure to work up an appetite watching all the action. Here are some places to grab a beer and a bite nearby after the competition day ends:
- Brown Bag Downtown
- Calhoun’s on the River
- Redbud Kitchen
- Myrtle’s Chicken and Beer
- Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
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