Free CF-L3 / CCFT Exam Prep
Certified CrossFit Trainer (CCFT)
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CF-L3 CrossFit Trainer Certifications License: Complete Roadmap
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JTA Domain AuditYou are here
Map your strengths and gaps against the seven JTA domains (Screening, Programming, Educating, Training, Leadership, Lifestyle, Professional Responsibilities).
Coaching and Movement Analysis
Drill root-cause fault identification, point-of-performance cueing, and scaling decisions across squats, presses, deadlifts, Olympic lifts, and gymnastics.
Programming and Lifestyle
Master periodization models, scaling logic, energy systems, Zone block math, caloric estimation, and recovery markers.
Professional Standards and Risk Management
Study scope of practice, EAP/CPR-AED, contraindications, documentation, and Standards of Professional Practice.
Timed Practice and Video Item Review
Take 3 hour 55 minute timed practice sessions and review video/photo-based items mirroring the live exam.
Can You Take the CF-L3 / CCFT Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Current CPR/AED certificate from an approved provider
- •Pathway 1: Current CrossFit Level 2 Trainer Certificate plus 375 documented CrossFit coaching hours within the last 5 years
- •Pathway 2: 1,000 hours of collegiate/professional strength-and-conditioning coaching within the last 5 years
CF-L3 / CCFT Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
12-20 weeks for experienced L2 trainers with active coaching practice
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
Failed candidates may retake the CCFT after a waiting period defined in the Candidate Handbook; retake fee is $250.
Total Cost Breakdown
Free CF-L3 / CCFT Prep Tools
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125+ Practice Questions
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What You'll Study
10 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Screening and Ongoing Assessment
6 sections
Chapter 2: Programming - Designing Workouts and Cycles
5 sections
Chapter 3: Programming - Scaling for Every Athlete
5 sections
Chapter 4: Educating - Teaching CrossFit Concepts
5 sections
Chapter 5: Educating - Teaching and Demonstrating Movement
6 sections
Chapter 6: Training - Seeing Movement
6 sections
Chapter 7: Training - Correcting Movement
8 sections
Chapter 8: Leadership and Management
10 sections
Chapter 9: Lifestyle Education
9 sections
Chapter 10: Professional Responsibilities and Ethics
10 sections
CF-L3 / CCFT Exam Details
Certified CrossFit Trainer (CCFT)
Administered by CrossFit, LLC
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official CrossFit, LLC content outline
Health/medical screening, PAR-Q+, movement analysis, contraindications, fault identification
Volume/intensity/density manipulation, linear/conjugate/block periodization, scaling, peaking
Teaching progressions, points of performance, cueing, coaching presence
Class management, floor flow, intra-session decisions, safety zones, equipment
Coaching team, athlete onboarding, facility operations, documentation
Nutrition (Zone blocks, macros, caloric estimation), sleep, recovery, behavior change
Scope of practice, ethics, confidentiality, reporting, conflicts of interest, documentation
What's Included
10 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
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What's Next After the CF-L3 / CCFT?
After passing the CF-L3 / CCFT, you can pursue these career paths
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer
Entry-level CrossFit coaching credential
CrossFit Level 2 Trainer
Intermediate CrossFit coaching credential (prerequisite for CCFT)
NSCA CSCS
Add evidence-based strength and conditioning specialization for sport-performance roles
NASM CES
Add corrective exercise specialization for movement-restoration work
CF-L3 / CCFT Exam FAQ
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