The UFL season typically kicks off in September, with the first fixtures taking place in November. Participants must register before the season begins to secure their spots, as participation is limited.
2024/25 UFL Season Schedule
September 2024: Season opens
October 2024: Fresher, squad formation and captaincy
November 2024: 1 rep max bench press & 100m ski erg
December 2024: 3 rep max deadlift & 500m row
January 2025: 1-mile run
February 2025: 5 rep max squat & bodyweight workout
March 2025: EMOM push press 10 minutes (5 rep max format)
April 2025: The April assault, which serves as the final (more details on this later)
May 2025: Off-season
The league emphasizes inclusivity by allowing participants to compete regardless of their size, shape, weight, height, or sex assigned at birth. An innovative scoring system is used to ensure fairness and equity among competitors.
The UFL fixtures are centered around basic movements commonly practiced in gyms. This focus allows participants to develop their foundational fitness skills while also providing opportunities for specialisation in certain movements.
Each university assembles a squad of athletes who compete across various movements throughout the season. This team-based approach fosters camaraderie and encourages participants to support one another.
The competition progresses through several rounds, including the Round of 32, Sweet 16, Elite 8, Final 4, and ultimately the Championship. Each team member must complete their assigned movement in each round, contributing to the overall success of the squad.
Participants are encouraged to attempt all movements to assess their overall fitness levels. This benchmarking allows individuals to track their progress and improvements over time.
