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CEREMONY GAMES returns to Les Mills Auckland City on Saturday, 8 November – and it’s bigger, bolder, and sweatier than ever. This event brings together the best of our CEREMONY circuit workouts with an added competitive twist. Expect the same high-energy structure, electric vibes, and one epic new challenge...
You’ll put your strength and endurance to the test across nine exercises (if you’ve done LES MILLS CEREMONY classes, you’ll already be familiar with the moves and equipment). Every step of the way, you’ll be chasing max reps and distances in each set sequence.
It’ll be tough – but there’s no chance of failure. The exercises are scalable to suit all fitness levels. You can enter solo or split the work as a duo. Or....
Introducing: Competition Plus
Double the workout, double the fun. Go solo, pair up, or form a squad of four – this new category is designed to test your grit, power, and strategy like never before.
Full Workout Structure for Each Category:
Competition Athlete
Compete as an individual or in a duo and spilt the workout with your partner as desired.
Ski Trainer - 1000m
Smart Bar Squat Thruster x 50 reps (20kg Tier 2/ 30kg Tier 1)
Slam Ball over the shoulder x 50 reps (15kg Tier 2/ 20kg Tier 1)
Rower - 1000m
Farmers Carry Reverse Lunges x 50 reps each leg (12kg KB Tier 2 / 16kg KB Tier 1)
Push-up Shoulder Tap x 50 reps
Air Bike - 2000m
Burpee Lateral Hurdle Jump x 50 reps
Ski Trainer - 1000m
Everyday Athlete
Compete as an individual or in a duo and spilt the workout with your partner as desired.
Ski Trainer - 800m
Smart Bar Squat Thruster x 30 reps (20kg Tier 2/ 30kg Tier 1)
Slam Ball over the shoulder x 30 reps (15kg Tier 2/ 20kg Tier 1)
Rower - 800m
Farmers Carry Reverse Lunges x 30 reps each leg (4kg KB Tier 2 / 8kg KB Tier 1)
Push-up Shoulder Tap x 30 reps
Air Bike - 1600m
Burpee Lateral Hurdle Jump x 30 reps
Ski Trainer - 800m
Competition Plus
Individual, Duo or Team of 4 Relay.
Full Competition Athlete workout
PLUS return to the start line to complete the workout again!
The start line Ski Trainer will be dropped for round 2.
Your entrance fee includes:
- Access to the CEREMONY GAMES event on Saturday, 8 November
- A specialised 8-week training guide tailored to prepare you for peak performance
- Access to exclusive simulation training classes
- A commemorative CEREMONY GAMES cap to celebrate your participation and;
- Front-row seats in a community that loves to push limits and have fun!
Registration Options & Early Bird Pricing:
- Individual entrant: $99
- Duo (Two) entrance: $158
- Team (Four) entrance: $249 (only available for the Competition Plus category)
Early Bird pricing available until 14 September. Due to anticipated high demand, spots are limited - so don't wait, register now to secure your place and take advantage of our discounted pricing.
*Tickets are managed by an external partner, Barefoot Sports.
Have questions? Reach out to us anytime at [email protected].
Get ready to push your limits and be part of something extraordinary—we can’t wait to see you there!
FAQS
CEREMONY GAMES is a fun way to let your competitive spirit shine. Inspired by popular fitness events like Hyrox and Redline, the event is based on our LES MILLS CEREMONY circuit workouts, featuring the best elements of the high-energy training with camaraderie and challenge. With tiered entrant groups, it’s designed to accommodate different fitness levels – so everyone can get involved, push their limits and achieve their personal best.
This event is open to all Les Mills members, is designed for the Everyday Athlete and is designed to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels.
Non-members can participant in Duo and Team categories when registering with a current Les Mills member. Non-members will be required to complete a Health and Safety waiver prior to event day. Entrance to the CEREMONY GAMES does not include access to gym facilities or special simulation CEREMONY GAMES classes.
The event will take place on Saturday 8 November at Les Mills Auckland City. Specific start times and venue details will be provided upon registration.
The CEREMONY Games is inspired by the structure and energy of our popular CEREMONY classes. Participants will take on a circuit of exercises, utilising equipment and movements familiar to our regular class attendees. The event combines the dynamic flow of CEREMONY workouts with an added competitive edge.
Each participant will aim to complete high repetitions of each exercise while covering varying distances in a set sequence. The format is designed to challenge strength, endurance, and overall fitness, with exercises scalable to accommodate all fitness levels.
Click here to register for CEREMONY Games
Yes, following feedback from our first event we have introduced our Competition Plus category which can be joined as a team of 4.
Registrations will close on 25 October 2025 – unless all places are sold out prior. Register now to avoid disappointment.
Participants will need to bring themselves, a towel, and a drink bottle. We also recommend wearing comfortable, workout-appropriate clothing and footwear to ensure you can move freely and safely.
Most importantly, come with plenty of energy and enthusiasm!
The event schedule will be circulated closer to the date once registrations close.
Yes! Our team will be onsite to help on the day, you will also have an event judge alongside you during the workout to ensure workout protocols are met for each exercise.
No! This event is designed for the Everday Athlete and is designed to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels. There are multiple categories, so you can compete against others at your level. It’s about pushing yourself and having fun, regardless of your starting point.
Absolutely! As part of your registration participants receive a training guide to prepare you for success on the day and have opportunities to practice the workout with other competitors in the lead up to the event.
The full workout structure including exercise protocols is available here.
Participants will be individually timed.
Please see our exercise protocols document here for full details on how judges will quality check each exercise.
If you cannot complete an exercise you can move onto the next, however you will be scored the maximum time cap for that exercise for non-completion.
We are working an external time-keeping provider, results will be posted online following the event and will be circulated via email for your records.
Yes! Prizes will be awarded to winners in each competition category. More to come!
If you can no longer participate, you can request a refund up to 7 days before the event. Any cancellations within 7 days of the event will not be accepted. Please note that admin and processing fees are non-refundable.
Duo/Team registrations are available to non-Les Mills members. Any entrant who is not a Les Mills member will need to complete a Health & Safety Waiver before game day. Entrance to the CEREMONY GAMES does not include access to gym facilities or special simulation CEREMONY GAMES classes.
Special simulation CEREMONY GAMES training and trial sessions are being added to the timetable at Les Mills Auckland City and New Lynn in the lead-up to the games. Keep an eye on the timetable and reserve your spot!
Once you have successfully registered, the 8-week training program and exercise protocols will be emailed to you.