Question 1

Do I need a ticket to spectate?

Accepted Answer

If you are joining us for the day to watch the spectators, enjoy the activities available or eat and drink for the day - you do not need a ticket. If you are planning on staying with us for the evening's events - you will need grab a FREE ticket. Tickets help us manage numbers in advance and to prepare for your arrival!

Question 2

Can I bring my own drinks?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately due to our licensing and health and safety, you will not be permitted to bring in your own drinks in the evening. Security will be searching attendees for glass/alcohol and illegal substances.

Question 3

Where is the event being held?

Accepted Answer

We've moved! If you didn't know, historically, we have been based in Cross in Hand, East Sussex. 
 
This is a HUGE jump for PIUPID and one we know will drive us moving forward in the way of providing you, the athletes, spectators, party goers, dance floor athletes and everyone in between, a real experience of what PIUPID is all about.
 
This is our new venue: 
 
South of England Event Centre
South of England Showground
Selsfield Road
Ardingly
West Sussex
RH17 6TL

Question 4

What time will the event begin?

Accepted Answer

8am - The day begins. With athletes competing until the finals (4:30pm) – we’ll keep you fed and hydrated with a fully stocked PIUPID Bar ‘The Barbell’, Local Street food vendors and fitness orientated activities to entertain you between heats!

6pm onwards - You’ll need an Evening ticket as our Live music will launch the evening into a party of post workout heroes and summer loving attendees! Athletes, your passes also grant you access to the Evening party.

Question 5

What can I expect from the competition?

Accepted Answer

The PIUPID Games takes another step forward this year, with athletes getting challenged with roughly 4-5 workouts throughout the day.
 
You can expect the format of these workouts to be between 5-20 minutes long, and involving a mixture of functional movements including and not limited to; barbells, kettlebells, dumbbells, boxes, rowers, bikes etc.
 
The games format typically gets released 2 weeks before the day.

Question 6

Do I need to be an elite athlete to compete?

Accepted Answer

NO! In our efforts to maximise inclusivity, while challenging more experienced athletes, this year we ask competitors in the PAIRS and TEAMS event – if they would like to compete as; RX’d or SCALED athletes. This means EVERYONE from advanced to new – has the opportunity to experience and compete in the electric atmosphere of the PIUPID GAMES.

Question 7

Who will be judging the event?

Accepted Answer

We have had tremendous feedback from athletes and attendees, and one of the areas we have built upon is in our judging standards. This year – we will be enrolling 50% of our judges through official Judging certifications to ensure that every lane, heat and athlete has a certified judge to maintain consistency and fairness.

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