Kretsloppet

Kretsloppet is a Swedish series of track and field competitions organized in cooperation with the Swedish Athletics Association (Svenska friidrottsförbundet) and the country’s regional athletic associations. The name roughly translates to “circuit” or “regional league,” and the circuit comprises a number of meets held at different venues across Sweden during the outdoor season. Local clubs and regional associations typically organize the events, and they are designed to accommodate youth and junior athletes with age-appropriate formats.

Participants compete under standard rules and may earn points or results that contribute to an overall kretsloppet ranking for their age group. The exact scoring methods, how standings are calculated, and whether a final or culminating event exists vary between regions and seasons. The circuit is intended to provide regular competition opportunities, foster skill development, and encourage ongoing participation in athletics at the club level.

Kretsloppet also serves as a pathway for talent development, offering exposure to competition and a structured progression toward higher levels of national championships and selection for youth teams. The circuit’s regional nature helps bring competitive athletics closer to communities, promoting club activity and frequent participation without requiring extensive travel. While the overall concept is shared, each regional krets administers its own events, calendars, and specific rules within the federation’s broader framework.