Experience HYROX race day at JWC
HYROX Sim Events
Prepare for your next HYROX, test your fitness or experience your first simulation in a supportive, professionally organised environment.
Full and half sims, solo or doubles, with official timing and coaches on hand in Holmes Chapel, Cheshire.
View upcoming simulationsRace-day wave times
- Waves run between 12:00 and 15:00 on race day.
- Your official wave time is sent to you on the Monday before race day.
- Wave times are set by category, sex and projected finish time.
Why choose a JWC HYROX simulation?
Race-day accuracy
Our simulations follow the official HYROX station order (SkiErg, sled push, sled pull, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carry, sandbag lunges and wall balls), giving you an authentic race-day experience.
Full, half & doubles options
Different formats let you choose a challenge that suits your experience and goals.
Official timing
Track your performance and compare your results across simulations.
Coaches on hand
Our coaches support, encourage and help with technique throughout your event. We coach, not judge.
Accurate running distances
Our flat 500m running loop lets you complete the right distance for your chosen simulation format.
Track your progress
Our participant portal lets you view previous results, track personal bests and manage upcoming events.
Go to your participant portal
Who are our simulations for?
Preparing for an official HYROX?
Practise the format, pacing and transitions before your next event.
Curious about HYROX?
Experience a simulation without the pressure of a major official race.
Not ready for a full simulation?
Start with a half simulation or explore our doubles options.
What our participants say
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what people have said about their experience at JWC.
“First Hyrox Sim completed at JWC! It was a great experience, so well organised and the coaches were so encouraging and really help you get through when you are struggling. …”
“Don't live locally but have used this place for hyrox sims. Staff are great, friendly and encouraging. Even give you a few tips if they see you struggling. The events are really well organised.”
“My very first hyrox sim and it all ran smoothly and really enjoyed the experience.
The facilities are also bang on!
Thanks guys!”
“Excellent facilities for a well organised Hyrox simulation. Would definitely do another 👍”
What is HYROX?
HYROX is a global fitness race for every body — 8 x 1km runs paired with 8 functional workout stations: SkiErg, sled push, sled pull, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carry, sandbag lunges and wall balls. A HYROX sim replicates that race in a gym with official-style timing, so you can train race-day conditions, benchmark a finish time and sharpen weak stations before a live event.
Half sim vs full sim
Half Sim
Individual only
Perfect for beginners or those looking for a shorter challenge. Half the running distance and half the distance on each of the 8 functional workout stations.
Pro: Sub 30 mins
Advanced: Sub 45 mins
Inters: Sub 60 mins
Beginner: Sub 75 mins
Full Sim
Individual or doubles
The complete Hyrox experience — 8km of running combined with 8 functional workout stations. Race-day intensity.
Pro: Sub 60 mins
Advanced: Sub 1:20
Inters: Sub 1:40
Beginner: Over 1:40
HYROX training in Cheshire
Our Holmes Chapel gym is the North West's go-to venue for HYROX prep, drawing athletes from Sandbach, Congleton, Middlewich, Knutsford, Macclesfield and across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Pair sim events with coach-led group PT or 1:1 personal training to sharpen your race performance.
Hyrox sim FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking a sim in Cheshire.
What is a Hyrox sim?
A Hyrox sim is a full simulation of a Hyrox race held in a gym, replicating every station and run distance with official-style timing. It lets athletes train race-day conditions, benchmark a finish time and identify weak stations ahead of a live event.
What is a half sim Hyrox?
A half sim is 8 x 500m runs and 8 functional stations at half the usual HYROX distances. Run together, share the stations.
What's involved in a HYROX race?
A HYROX race combines 8 x 1km runs with 8 functional workout stations: SkiErg, sled push, sled pull, burpee broad jumps, rowing, farmers carry, sandbag lunges and wall balls.
Does a JWC sim have judges?
A JWC sim offers coaching, not judging. We're not here to give penalties or penalise incorrect form, we're here to offer support and guidance to help you prepare for race day.
Where can I do a Hyrox sim in Cheshire?
Our gym in Holmes Chapel hosts regular full and half sims with official timing. People travel from all over the north of England — we're known as the North West's go-to venue for Hyrox prep.
Can beginners do a Hyrox sim?
Yes — we run beginner categories on every sim and coaches are on hand to guide pacing, station technique and transitions. The half sim is the easiest place to start.
Ready to put your fitness to the test?
Whether you’re preparing for your next HYROX or taking on your first simulation, we’d love to welcome you to JWC.
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