About This Program
We want to provide the opportunity for every fitness gym in the world to follow along with the same programming that CrossFit Mayhem's affiliate follows.
This program is structured so any functional fitness gym can follow along easily from their first day signing up! Whether you have a seasoned gym or are just starting, we have the programming for you.
CrossFit Mayhem
This is the exact program our CrossFit Mayhem here in Cookeville has followed for years and is posted at crossfitmayhem.com! You will get to follow 3 weeks behind so we can improve workouts even more to give you the CrossFit Mayhem fitness experience at your gym, wherever you are.
The Programming
We include daily coaching videos, programming notes, warm ups, cool downs, and more exclusive content to ensure you have all you need to give your gym members the best fitness experience each day.
The programming will always be 1 hour for the typical hour long CrossFit class. We may include bonus programs or other valuable content at times to increase the value of what you will receive.
Subscribers will also gain access to other Mayhem class offerings:
CROSSFIT KIDS
The CrossFit Kids program is designed for kids ages 5-8. This class introduces kids some of the foundational movements of CrossFit in a fun environment. In this class, kids use little to no weight, where they slowly progress to light medicine balls, light kettlebells, or 5 lb plates after they have shown that they can do the movement properly. This program includes a 45-60 minute workout, 2 days/week.
PRE TEENS
The Pre Teens class is for kids ages 9-13. This class introduces kids to the correct foundational movements and will begin teaching some different lifts, starting with a PVC bar, and moving up in weight slowly using light barbells, dumbbells, medicine balls, etc., based on how well they perform the movement. This age group will be introduced to more movements, but while still staying in the mode of practicing the movement vs increasing complexity and weight. Workouts are scaled to different levels of athletes to help teach the proper movement and prevent injury. This program includes a 45-60 minute workout, 2 days/week.
TEENS
The Teens class is for kids ages 14-17. Similar to Pre-Teens, this class introduces kids to the correct foundational movements and will begin teaching some additional lifts, starting with a PVC bar and moving up in weight slowly based on how well they perform the movement. Several levels are available to accommodate a variety of athletes. The goal for our Kids and Teens classes is not to create the best CrossFit athlete. Mayhem wants to use CrossFit to help get (or keep) them conditioned to help them excel at other activities they might participate in through recreational, travel teams, or school sports. This program includes a 60-minute workout, 3 days/week.
L.I.F.E Class
L.I.F.E. stands for “Longevity In Functional Efficiency” and its aim is to demonstrate that no one is too old or out-of-shape to benefit from the basic CrossFit principles of utilizing a variety of functional movements to enhance the quality and longevity of their lives. L.I. L.I.F.E. also offers safe, effective workouts – a “gentle” version of CrossFit with more emphasis on mobility and longevity and less on competition and intensity. This program starts athletes where they are and takes them to more than they thought they could be. This program includes a 60-minute workout, 5 days/week.
ENDURANCE
These workouts are no barbell, boot camp-style classes. They offer lots of sweat, hard work, and fun. This program includes a 45-60 minute workout, 2 days/week.
RUNNING
Since every affiliate has a group of runners, the running program offers interval, aerobic, and anaerobic style running workouts that gyms can provide to their members. This program includes two running workouts per week.
SPIN
The Spin workouts include interval-style training on the Bike Erg. These non-stop sweat sessions are for those who want a break from the lifting and stress of other classes. Climb on the bike and grind. You can also change it up and use an Assault bike, rower, or SkiErg. This program includes a 45-60 minute workout, 1 day a week.
BODYBUILDING
Mayhem Bodybuilding is a stand-alone hypertrophy-focused program. Sessions are not done “for time”. Instead, the goal is to perform each set with quality and control, unless otherwise stated. This program includes 6 workouts per week.
AT HOME
The At Home workouts are designed for someone who wants to workout at home or who travels frequently and has limited access to equipment. Each day’s workout includes both bodyweight and dumbbell variations and provides a warm-up, cool-down, and workout notes that clearly explain the intended stimulus, target score, time cap, movement explanation, scaling options, and more. This program includes a 30-minute workout (plus optional bonus pieces), 6 days/week.
BURGENER STRENGTH
This class focuses on improving athletes’ strength and technique in Olympic lifting. Each day includes a warm-up, Olympic lifting skill and technique work, classic strength training, core, and accessory pieces. Programming includes 60-minute classes offered three times a week.
FAITH
Provides daily bible reading to help you follow the Lord and His ways.
MONTHLY CHALLENGE
A plug-and-play gym challenge you can offer at your gym.
EXTRA FITNESS
Extra training pieces to complement our main programming track. These are optional training pieces for athletes wanting a bit more outside of class time. Programmed 3 days per week.
Sample Day
Daily Video
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STRENGTH
FRONT SQUAT
4x8, build across sets by feel
-rest 1:00-2:00 between sets-
WORKOUT - VIDEO BREAKDOWN HERE
FREEDOM (RX'D)
3 sets
10 Strict Handstand Push-ups
30/24 Calorie Air Bike
15 Kipping Handstand Push-ups
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
COOL-DOWN
3-5 minutes of easy cardio (this can be walk, a slow row, machine ride, etc.)
1 Minute Posterior Shoulder Smash
1 Minute Foot Smash
1 Minute Seated Biceps Stretch
WORKOUT ADJUSTMENTS / MOVEMENT ADJUSTMENTS
AFFILIATE COMPETE
3 sets
15 Strict Handstand Push Ups
30/24 Calorie Air Bike
15 Strict Handstand Push Ups
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
INDEPENDENCE
3 sets
6 Strict Handstand Push Ups
24/20 Calorie Air Bike
12 Kipping Handstand Push Ups
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
LIBERTY
3 sets
15 Dumbbell Strict Press (light)
15/12 Calorie Air Bike
10 Dumbbell Push Press (light)
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
LIMITED EQUIPMENT OPTION
3 sets
10 Strict Handstand Push Ups
300m Run
15 Kipping Handstand Push Ups
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
LARGE CLASS OPTION
Have athletes partner up and go 1:1 on sets
Or
Teams of 2
3 sets
Partner 1:
10 Strict Handstand Push Ups
15 Kipping Handstand Push Ups
Partner 2:
30/24 Calorie Air Bike
-switch when both are completed
-rest 3:00 between sets-
(Scored by time each set)
OWN YOUR PROGRAMMING (REPS, LOADING, & VOLUME)
STRENGTH/SKILL
Adjust bench press loading based on R/L/V. Most should build steadily across sets, while newer athletes can decrease load, use dumbbells, or add tempo to reinforce pressing mechanics without strain.
WORKOUT
Scale strict HSPU volume, modify to pike HSPU or dumbbell Z-press, or adjust kipping HSPU reps to maintain quality. Reduce bike calories for Independence/Liberty to preserve the intended CHALLENGE stimulus and keep set times consistent.
LARGE CLASSES
Stagger benches and wall space. Run the workout in waves or partner athletes so one works while the other rests.
MOVEMENT SUBSTITUTIONS
Check out our Scaling and Movement Substitutions doc here for more recommendations.
DAILY HIGHLIGHTS
PRIMARY WORKOUT GOAL
Today blends strict pressing strength with a higher-skill kipping variation under fatigue. The goal is to maintain integrity in strict reps, push the bike with control, and finish each set with efficient, repeatable kipping HSPU. Intensity should challenging, but manageable across all three sets.
TEACHING PRIORITY
Focus on strict HSPU mechanics first; stacking, bracing, and controlled negatives, then transition to proper kipping technique emphasizing timing and tension. Reinforce steady, sustainable bike pacing to protect pressing capacity.
DETAILED STIMULUS
WORKOUT TYPE: CHALLENGE
Athletes must manage fatigue across strict and kipping pressing while holding a strong effort on the bike. Precision and pacing matter more than raw speed.
RPE GUIDE
RPE: 8-9
TARGET TIMES
TOP-PERFORMERS
3:00-4:00 per set
MOST ATHLETES
4:00-5:00 per set (5:00 time cap per set)
BEST MAYHEM SCORE
Sub-2:30 per set