On August 2nd, BFT Maroubra, Bondi Junction, Mascot and Waterloo will host the new global PODIUM Series—a hybrid fitness competition for teams of two featuring strength, conditioning, endurance and a worldwide leaderboard. BFT members and non-members are both invited to take part.
Hybrid fitness events—the fast-growing sport combining functional workout stations, strength and endurance—have exploded from niche challenges into a mainstream fitness phenomenon.
Now, homegrown fitness franchise Body Fit Training is bringing the action directly into local studios with the launch of its brand-new PODIUM Series.
Landing in more than 300 BFT studios across over 10 countries on Sunday, August 2nd 2026, the competition gives participants the chance to take on a global fitness challenge without leaving their local training community.
Everyone Is Invited
While BFT’s community of more than 65,000 members worldwide will be among the first to the start line, PODIUM is not limited to existing members.
Anyone keen to test themselves can purchase a ticket and compete at their nearest participating studio, making it a great entry point for newcomers who have been curious about BFT or the growing world of hybrid fitness.
Rather than travelling to a major competition venue, participants can experience the atmosphere of a global event inside a local studio, supported by BFT coaches and the wider training community.
How the PODIUM Series Works
Participants compete in teams of two, with men’s, women’s and mixed pair categories available. Teams can then choose from Rookie, Open or Pro, making the competition accessible to a range of fitness levels.
Team Format
Teams of Two
Enter as a men’s, women’s or mixed pair.
Competition Level
Rookie, Open or Pro
Choose the category that best suits your experience.
The Challenge
Four 15-Minute Zones
Strength, Conditioning, Strength Endurance and the Finisher.
Global Results
Worldwide Leaderboard
See how your result compares with teams across the globe.
Across the four timed zones, teams will move through Strength, Conditioning, Strength Endurance and the Finisher, testing power, stamina, teamwork and determination.
Once the challenge is complete, results will be added to a worldwide leaderboard so participants can see how their performance stacks up against racers competing in BFT studios around the world.
Four Local Studios Are Taking Part
Locals can join the PODIUM Series at four participating studios across Sydney’s east and inner south. Select your preferred location below for studio information, tickets and competition updates.
A Global Challenge, Close to Home
PODIUM brings the energy of a major hybrid fitness competition into a more familiar and accessible local setting.
Teams will take on the same format as participants across hundreds of BFT studios worldwide, while still being surrounded by local coaches, training partners and supporters.
Whether you are chasing a place on the leaderboard, setting yourself a new winter goal or simply looking for a memorable challenge to take on with a friend, there is a category designed to help you get involved.
Tickets, session times and availability may vary between locations, so check directly with your preferred BFT studio before registering.
