Half Ironman Mar del Plata

In addition to triathlon training, participants will have the option to take part in Half-Ironman Mar del Plata, an official internationally-sanctioned Ironman Triathlon that takes place on Sunday, March (giving you a full 9 days preparation leading into the event).

For those who choose to compete, the experience is unlike any other. All of Mar del Plata shuts down to give racers complete use of major city and surrounding countryside streets. Tens of thousands of spectators turn out to cheer you on every step of the way. The race begins with a swim through the Atlantic Ocean starting on the beach alongside Casino Central, the world's largest casino. The bike portion travels along the coast, using Mar del Plata's most prominent streets where spectators pack 3-deep along the curb. The run brings you through the heart of the city, where, cheered on by thousands you will finish just before the beach and be crowned an International Ironman Finisher and be eligible for Age Group awards as well.

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Later in the day after the race we will travel to the awards presentation, followed by a special Argentinean barbeque later that evening where you will be able to sample all of Argentina's world-famous meats.