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A community workout in memory of Aria – and for every child like her
On 21 February 2024, we lost a beautiful 5-year-old girl named Aria Zimmermann.
She was just four when she was diagnosed with leukemia. After 18 months of treatment, she passed away. Aria was smart, brave, full of love, and the best big sister. She deserved so much more.
In 2024 CrossFit Marrickville hosted a charity WOD in her honour. The community came together and raised over $100,000 for the Children’s Cancer Institute and Bear Cottage. It was a powerful reminder of what we can do when we show up together.
Last year over 25 gyms joined together nationally to raise almost $45,000!
What’s Happening in 2026
This year, we’re opening it up to gyms across the country.
We’re inviting you to join us for a special WOD on Saturday 20 June 2026 - to sweat, to remember, and to raise funds for childhood cancer research.
Why It Matters
Aria’s story is heartbreaking, but sadly, it’s not rare.
Every month in Australia, 86 kids are diagnosed with cancer. Almost a quarter won’t survive. And most of those who do will face lifelong health issues because the treatments available today were made for adults, not kids.
That’s why we’re raising funds for the Children’s Cancer Institute, the only research centre in Australia solely focused on curing childhood cancer. Their work is changing lives, and they need our help.
Here's how it works:
How You Can Get Involved
Whether your gym throws a big community day with food, music and good vibes, or you keep it low-key with your crew and a whiteboard - every calorie and every dollar counts.
Register your gym. Get your teams together. Start fundraising.
1) Self-register your Gym by clicking on the "Register" button at the top of the page and complete the short form.
1. Step one: Create an account. Sign up with your gym name as first/last name.
2. Step two: Create your Gym's Team Fundraising Page so that members donate their $10 fee. Your page will only appear when a donation is made.
2) Alternatively, complete this quick Google form here with your contact details and Adrian from Children's Cancer Institute will register your team for you.
If you have any questions or require any support, please do not hesitate to contact Adrian on aleggett@ccia.org.au
Let’s honour Aria. Let’s fight for every kid who deserves a future. And let’s show what the fitness community can do when we rally together.
We’ll see you on the floor.
