How to Become a HYROX Coach

With a growing popularity, there has never been a better time to become a HYROX coach. If you love participating in these events, why not share this passion with others and help transform everyday gym goers into athletes?

To ensure you know how to chase this career, we’re going to cover:

In order to become a HYROX Coach you’ll first need to complete a Level 3 PT Diploma as a prerequisite. This is necessary in order to enrol on HRYOX courses and cannot be skipped.

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What is a HYROX Coach?

HYROX is a popular fitness competition that sees athletes from across the world compete in eight 1km runs, inter-spliced with eight functional workouts, which include rowing and sledge pull/pushes, to test their endurance and strength.

To optimise their performance and ensure they’re ready to complete, athletes attend group sessions led by HYROX professionals. Some may even hire personal coaches to create bespoke training programmes to get the best results.

For example, these coaches can work with clients 1-to-1 helping to manage their running pace transitions into functional exercises. The training will be designed to simulate real competition events that help people manage pressure and reduce the risk of injuries.

What Qualifications Do You Need to Become a HYROX Coach?

There are three qualifications you need to earn to become a HYROX coach in the UK. The courses ensure that you’re fully equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills required to prepare athletes for these highly competitive routines.

#1 – Level 3 Personal Training Course

If you want to become a HYROX PERFORMANCE COACH, you will need to first complete a Level 3 Personal Training Course.

This is clearly outlined on the HYROX website which states you need to have a ‘nationally accredited certification for Personal Training’

For example, OriGym’s Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma meets these requirements as they are CISMPA endorsed and regulated by Ofqual. Our qualification is also internationally recognised, ensuring that it meets the standards outlined above by HYROX.

This qualification will lay the foundation of your career, teaching you how to create and deliver bespoke workout programmes for your clients. Many of the skills you acquire during your PT Diploma can be transferred to your career as a HYROX coach.

For example, you’ll also learn:

• Applied anatomy and physiology
• Principles of nutrition
• How to motivate clients

Once you graduate, you can create tailored training programmes that help to improve your client’s performance during HYROX events.

#2 – HYROX Foundation Course

Alongside a Level 3 Personal Training Diploma, you will also need to complete a HYROX Foundation Course in order to become a certified ‘Group Instructor’

With the HYROX Foundation Course, you’ll:

• Learn all the HYROX Fundamentals.
• Receive a 12 week Training Plan and gain the Upper Hand on Race Day.
• Learn about the HYROX365 Training Concept and start your Coaching Journey.

The HYROX Foundation Course builds a solid understanding of the fundamentals of the brand and its associated competitions.

Coaches can use the qualification to enhance their training toolkits with essential strategies that will ensure athletes are prepared for HYROX competitions. Once you’re qualified, you’ll be recognised as a ‘HYROX Group Instructor’ and be able to run group HYROX training sessions.

This qualification provides you with the opportunity to kickstart a career in HYROX. It’s also essential that you get this under your belt before progressing on to the next level.

#3 – HYROX365 Level 1 Course: HYROX PERFORMANCE COACH

With a Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma and HYROX Foundation Course under your belt, the next step in your HYROX journey is to complete a HYROX365 Level 1 Course to become a HYROX PERFORMANCE COACH:

Building on your foundation knowledge, the Level 1 Course advances your coaching techniques in order to train athletes at an elite level.

Specifically, the HYROX365 Level 1 Course prepares coaches to:

• Develop a personal coaching philosophy that helps to inspire athletes
• Gain invaluable experience and tools to help you grow as a coach
• Acquire strategies and concepts needed to optimise coaching effectiveness, make an impact on athletes and advance your career

This is achieved through covering a variety of in-depth modules, which includes:

• Shaping Your Coaching Philosophy
• Functional Anatomy & Biomechanics
• HYROX Performance Pillars
• Nutrition
• Running Techniques
• HYROX Race Workouts
• Planning & Organising Training
• Art of Coaching

For a full breakdown of these modules, be sure to check out the HYROX365 Level 1 course page on the company site.

In 2025, there are plans to offer a Level 2 HYROX Qualification if you’re looking to develop your skills further – Be sure to check their site for regular updates on the status of this course.

What Is The Difference Between a HYROX Group Instructor vs PERFORMANCE COACH?

It’s important to know the difference between a HYROX Group Instructor and a PERFORMANCE COACH, as whilst both fall under the respective brand they are defined as two different levels of training.

A ‘HYROX Group Instructor’ can lead group workout classes that help prepare participants for HYROX events. In this role, you won’t provide personalised programming or adjust workouts based on clients’ performances.

In contrast, a HYROX PERFORMANCE COACH will have more responsibilities and work directly with athletes.

These qualified individuals can develop workouts to reflect the different abilities and fitness goals of their clients. They’ll also have a deeper understanding of nutrition and advanced training techniques to improve a person’s performance at HYROX events.

It’s important to remember that one role is not superior to another, as both of these HYROX coaching roles contribute to the participants’ success at events.

Whether you choose to become a HYROX Group Instructor or PERFORMANCE COACh you can start a highly rewarding career, with a brand you’re passionate about, helping others achieve their aspirations.

How Much Does it Cost to Become a HYROX Coach in the UK?

Understanding how to become a certified HYROX trainer requires you to also know about course costs. Different qualification levels mean different prices. For example, the introductory HYROX Foundation Course costs just £46.02:

Meanwhile, HYROX’s Level 1 Course is naturally more advanced and therefore costs a higher fee, at £468.61:

The higher cost is reflected in what the course delivered, for example, the Level 1 Qualification takes a deeper look at coaching techniques so you understand the procedures you need to follow to make sure clients are ready to perform at their best on race day.

If you’re passionate about HYROX and want to become a PERFORMANCE COACH, then earning a qualification is a great investment in your professional development to become a high-level trainer.

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Will I Need to Join The Affiliate Scheme to Become a HYROX Trainer?

In order to officially become a HYROX PERFORMANCE COACH one of the first things you’ll need to do is sign up for the HYROX affiliate scheme:

To enrol, you’ll need to pay $100 per month (£78.50) for a contractual period of 12 months.

By joining you’ll be able to use the HYROX brand to promote your services. Promoting yourself as a PERFORMANCE COACH, allows you to demonstrate your expertise and credibility with this reputable brand.

It can also help bring in more clients, who are specifically looking to compete in future HYROX events. You’ll also gain access to their HYROX365 Performance Hub, where you can access workouts, tutorials, and marketing tools:

Be aware, you will need to first complete a HYROX qualification prior to becoming an affiliate. Once you’ve completed a Foundation or Level 1 Course you will be able to join the affiliate program and continue to enhance your skills through the HYROX 365 Academy:

Where Can HYROX Coaches Work in The UK?

When you become a qualified HYROX coach, there are a range of career paths you can pursue. This section will cover a few examples of where you can find employment:

#1 HYROX-affiliated Centres

After qualifying as a HYROX coach, you’ll have the opportunity to find employment at different HYROX-affiliated gyms and fitness centres. These locations serve as training spaces to deliver programmes and events that follow HYROX’s methodology and get people ready for their upcoming events.

If you look at the Hydrox Training Club for the UK, you can see how the HYROX brand is expanding across cities like London, Manchester, and Glasgow:

Coaches who work at affiliated gyms deliver tailored training for members looking to compete in the global fitness race. These venues help competitors improve their performance by assisting them to become familiar with HYROX’s functional and endurance exercises.

The growing demand for HYROX coaches means employers are increasingly looking for coaches with HYROX certification who can run group sessions and offer personal coaching, such as this role at RX FIT:

As this is an emerging role, you may find that employers are looking for Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers with HYROX certification.

The earning potential of your salary in this position can vary depending on your employer and the location you work at. Elite training facilities are more likely to offer higher salaries due to market demand and the high-quality services they offer.

There is never any harm in researching HYROX employment opportunities to find the positions to apply for.

#2 – HYROX Competition Roles

If you’re looking for more direct involvement in HYROX events, you could undertake a volunteer role:

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Registering athletes
• Helping with race preparation
• Monitor performance and ensure safety
• Setting up and breaking down event space

When you volunteer for HYROX, you’ll gain first-hand experience in event management and help to deliver a world-class fitness competition.

Alternatively, you could become a HYROX judge which involves you undertaking a leadership role by enforcing competition rules and making sure everyone is competing fairly:

This involves:

• Positioning judges at different stations of events
• Making sure they understand the rules and how to apply them
• Resolve disputes and solve problems
• Accurately record times and scores

The HYROX brand gives you a range of opportunities to build a career in the fitness industry and pursue a role that speaks to your skills and passions.

How to Progress Your Career After Becoming a HYROX Coach

Once you’ve become a certified HYROX coach, there are many opportunities you can pursue that can help expand your skills to seek new professional opportunities within the health & fitness sector.

Here are some new interesting pathways you can pursue after becoming a HYROX coach:

#1 – Take On Personal Training Clients

If you are interested in becoming a personal trainer after completing your HYROX365 Level 1 Performance Coach course, the good news is that you’re already qualified to work in this position.

This is because you will already have the necessary Level 3 Personal Training Diploma – the necessary requirement employers in the UK will ask for when hiring PTs. This is evident from the following job ad:

Where HYROX focuses on delivering functional training and endurance exercises, as a personal trainer, you can do so much more and take on clients from a variety of backgrounds with varying ability levels and goals.

For example, you could work with clients who have no experience in fitness and are looking to lose weight or build muscle mass. In this instance, you would create and deliver bespoke programmes as well as offer nutritional advice to help them achieve their goal.

This isn’t to say you have to completely give up on being a HYROX Coach either. Working as a PT could complement this career, allowing you to incorporate different training styles to better prepare your clients for their events.

The average salary of a personal trainer in the UK is £30,876 according to Indeed. If you combine this with your HYROX coaching services, you could build a lucrative career for yourself.

Especially if you want to work in a self-employed role as in this position your earnings will be entirely uncapped. To learn more about this topic, be sure to check our article on ‘The Salary of a Personal Trainer’.

#2 – Teach Other Fitness Classes Beyond HYROX

If you enjoy group fitness, you could teach different types of classes alongside your career in HYROX. The best part, you’ll already be qualified to do so, as you’ll already have a Level 2 Fitness Instructor Qualification.

This qualification is the minimum requirement employers in the UK will ask for when applying for these roles, such as the example below to work at The Gym Group in Croydon:

With a Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification, you can choreograph and lead classes in different disciplines such as strength training, HIIT and functional fitness. What sessions you lead will typically depend on your employer and what’s popular at your place of employment.

According to Glassdoor Fitness Instructors earn between £17K – £27K every year. The good thing, you can you take on this role on a freelance basis and do it alongside your responsibilities with HYROX.

Should you wish to lead branded exercise classes such as Les Mills, you will need to acquire further qualifications associated with that exact brand. For more information on this matter, you can learn ‘How to Become a Les Mills Instructor’ here.

#3 – Become a Strength Training Coach

Becoming a strength & conditioning coach is an excellent way to progress your career in the fitness industry.

The role typically involves:

Designing personalised workout programmes
Guiding clients on nutrition and recovery
Providing hands-on coaching to optimise athletic performance

Since you’ll already have a Level 3 PT Diploma under your belt from working as a HYROX Coach, you’ll be able to for positions like this at Lyfe Health Bournemouth Limited:

Strength and conditioning coaches are employed by different institutions including sports clubs, gym centres, and healthcare facilities. For a greater understanding of this position be sure to read our in-depth exploration of ‘How to Become a Strength & Conditioning Coach’.

You might be interested to know that the average salary of a Strength Conditioning Coach in the UK is £30.879 according to Indeed. However, these stats can be somewhat biased and may vary depending on your location and the amount of experience you have.

#4 – Pursue a Career in Gym Management

If you’ve spent time organising HYROX training sessions or assisting in events, a natural progression could be to pursue roles in gym management.

Some of the roles associated with this career include:

• Oversee daily operations
• Manage staff
• Keep gym members satisfied

With your experience, you could even integrate HYROX workouts (if your an affiliated gym).

To apply for gym management positions you’ll need to hold at least a qualification in Level 3 Personal Training qualification. This is evident from the following example below, from Pyramid Leisure in St Helen:

This is a great role for you to enjoy coaching whilst carrying out higher managerial responsibilities. It’s also incredibly financially rewarding, as according to Glassdoor, you could earn up to £35,000 in this role.

If you’d like to learn more about how you can pursue this career, you can read our step-by-step guide on ‘How to Become a Gym Manager’.

#5 – Opening a HYROX Affiliated Gym

If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, you may want to start a HYROX-affiliated Gym. In this instance, you will need to be a gym owner and then apply for affiliation through the HYROX website.

By opening an HYROX-affiliated gym, you have the chance to:

• Earn HYROX Gym Partner Status and use branded images and logos
• Get Discounts and offers from HYROX Brand Partners
• Get resources to run your own HYROX training days, classes & programming
• Marketing support
• Be visible on the HYROX Gym Finder

The company’s UK site does not have any visible information regarding how much this cost, but HYROX Europe’s site states that affiliation starts at €90 per month (£74 per month) and you can start this process by visiting HYROX’s Become Partner Gym Page:

Here, you can email the company to learn about the steps you need to take to begin this process. Alternatively, you can check out our article detailing ‘How to Become a HYROX Partner Gym‘ for a full breakdown on the requirements.

FAQ

Do I Need Insurance When I Become a HYROX Coach?

Once you’re a qualified HYROX coach, you must have the right insurance to financially protect yourself should a participant get injured under your supervision.

These are the types of insurance you’ll need to consider to make you’re covered:

• Public Liability Insurance: Covers you should a participant fall or get injured during a class. This will help you with legal and compensation costs.
• Professional Indemnity Insurance: Provides coverage and protects you from claims against your teaching methods and advice that may have caused participants harm.
• Loss of Earnings Insurance: Awards you financial compensation should you get injured and find yourself unable to work for some time
• Equipment Insurance-Covers the cost of replacing personal equipment that may end up damaged, lost, or stolen.

Employer-Provided Insurance

If you work at a gym that is a HYROX partner, may have already provided you with the necessary insurance cover.

However, it’s important to check with your employer to find the extent of the cover they are willing to offer for HYROX-related activities.

Securing the correct insurance is a professional step towards a successful career as a HYROX coach. The protection will allow you to focus on delivering high-quality classes with peace of mind.

You can learn more about this topic by reading our article on the types of insurance personal trainers need.

Before You Go!

You now have all the information you need to understand how to become a HYROX coach. This is an industry that is growing in demand and bringing excitement to the fitness industry.

If you’re ready to help others conquer their HYROX competition goals, you should look to conquer your own first. With OriGym’s Level 3 Personal Trainer Diploma, you’ll learn how to coach with confidence.

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