Montpellier, France | 28-29 May 2027
ATHX Montpellier 2027 takes place on 28 and 29 May at the Montpellier Exhibition Centre and the Sud de France Arena, in Pérols, just outside Montpellier. It is a two-day event, held less than a week after ATHX Frankfurt, and part of the 2027 season with new workouts and updated movement standards compared with 2026.
Key event details
Venue:
Montpellier Exhibition Centre and Sud de France Arena, Route de la Foire, Pérols, Hérault, France, 34470
Date:
28-29 May 2027. Heats run from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM on both days, and you pick yours when you enter.
How to get there
- Airport: the venue is very close to Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport. The Montpellier tourist office describes it as about two minutes away.
- By tram: take line 3 to the Parc Expo stop, with direct access to the Exhibition Centre.
- By car: access is via the A709 motorway, and there is on-site parking at both venues.
- Other options: ATHX also mentions an airport shuttle and local bus connections near the venue.
The ATHX format
2.5 hours of continuous competition across six zones: Warm-Up (30 min), Strength (20 min), Refuel (10 min), Endurance (30 min), Recovery (30 min) and MetCon X (30 min). The three workouts are the same at every event of the 2027 season, so you can train them well in advance.
This season's three workouts
- Strength (20 min): 1RM Shoulder to Overhead (minutes 0-5, press, push press, push jerk or split jerk), 2RM Back Squat (minutes 5-10) and 3RM Deadlift. For the deadlift you warm up from minute 10 to 12, then get two 1-minute windows to complete a 3RM, either as 3 continuous reps or 3 singles. The deadlift score is the average of your two lifts, and your final score is the sum of the three lifts. You can use the 15 kg or the 20 kg bar.
- Endurance (24-minute time cap): a set-distance run followed by maximum distance on the SkiErg until the cap. The run is 3 km in ATHX and Pro (10 laps of 300 m), and 2.4 km for Lite Pairs. Your score is the total distance you reach on the SkiErg.
- MetCon X (25-minute time cap): Row, dumbbell Ground to Overhead, dumbbell Bench Press, Sandbag Squats, Sandbag Carry, Burpees Over Soft Bench and a final Row. Your score is your finish time. In Lite, loads and reps are lower and you can step over the bench.
Categories and pricing
ATHX Montpellier offers three competition levels, ATHX Lite, ATHX and ATHX Pro, in Individual and Pairs format (male, female and mixed).
- Individual entry: €150
- Pairs entry: €275
Get ready for Montpellier with Velites
First, check what gear is allowed. The official ATHX 2027 movement standards do not allow lifting straps, hand grips, grip tape or gloves of any kind during competition. Wrist wraps, a single pair of knee sleeves (not rolled), elbow sleeves, a weightlifting belt, weightlifting shoes and your own chalk are all allowed in the strength zone. Note that the weightlifting belt is not allowed during the Sandbag Squats.
For competition day:
- Knee sleeves, for the 2RM Back Squat and the Sandbag Squats, where you have to get below parallel on every rep.
- Wrist wraps, to keep your wrists stable on the 1RM Shoulder to Overhead and the Dumbbell Bench Press.
- Hybrid 1.0 and Minimal 1.0 shoes, built to move between running, strength and metcon without changing footwear.
For your training block: Quad Ultra hand grips help you build barbell and pulling volume without tearing up your hands. Use them in the box and leave them in your bag on event day.
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Montpellier: more than just fitness
- Place de la Comédie: the main square of the historic centre, with the Opéra Comédie and plenty of terraces.
- Écusson, the old town: a car-free maze of narrow streets, perfect for a relaxed walk after competing.
- Promenade du Peyrou: the elevated esplanade with its water tower and views over the city, a good spot to unwind.
Frequently asked questions
Where does ATHX Montpellier 2027 take place?
At the Montpellier Exhibition Centre and the Sud de France Arena, Route de la Foire, 34470 Pérols, France. The venue is in Pérols, just outside Montpellier. Check the information the organisation sends to registered athletes to confirm the exact hall and entrance within the venue.
How do I get from the airport to the venue?
Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport is very close to the venue: the Montpellier tourist office describes it as about two minutes away. ATHX also mentions an airport shuttle and local bus connections, so check the official event information for the current options. If you arrive by tram, line 3 stops at Parc Expo.
Can I use hand grips or lifting straps during the competition?
No. The ATHX 2027 movement standards ban lifting straps in the strength zone, and hand grips, grip tape and gloves of any kind during competition. You can wear wrist wraps, one pair of knee sleeves, elbow sleeves, a weightlifting belt (except in the Sandbag Squats) and weightlifting shoes.
Are there more ATHX events in France in 2027?
Yes. ATHX Paris takes place on 13-14 February at the Paris Event Centre, and ATHX Marseille on 10-11 September at Marseille Chanot.
What changes in the 2027 workouts compared with 2026?
Strength now has a 1RM Shoulder to Overhead, a 2RM Back Squat and a 3RM Deadlift, instead of the Strict Press, 3RM Back Squat and 5RM Deadlift. Endurance becomes a set-distance run followed by maximum SkiErg distance, instead of alternating running and rowing. MetCon X now uses Row, Bench Press, Sandbag Squats and Burpees Over Soft Bench. Gloves and grip tape are also now banned.
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Conclusion: see you in Montpellier
ATHX Montpellier 2027 brings the new season to the south of France over two days of competition. Train the three workouts, check what gear you can bring, and show up ready to compete.
See you in Montpellier!
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