This summer, we're challenging you to take on the ultimate Swim + Run race on the North Coast:
The TriFactory Aquathlon!
The TriFactory Aquathlon
Marassi, North Coast
3 August 2018
GENERAL INFO
This summer, The TriFactory is challenging you to take on the ultimate Swim + Run event in Sahel: The TriFactory Aquathlon. Taking place on Friday, August 3rd in Marassi on the North Coast, athletes will swim in the bay before heading out on to the run course, then cross the finish line on the beach. A relay option is also available.
The Aquathlon gives athletes the opportunity to compete on the beach at one of the North Coast's most iconic destinations, with friends and family cheering them on from start to finish.
The Aquathlon is a limited-capacity event and race registrations are available on a first come, first served basis.
DESTINATION
Marassi is one of the North Coast's most iconic destinations on the beautiful Mediterranean, where the athletes will be competing. The run takes place alongside the beach and within the resort, giving spectators a great view of all the action and allowing athletes to cross a finish line by the sea.
RACES
- Aquathlon
500M swim followed by 5 KM run* (12 years and above)
- Junior Aquathlon
100M swim followed by 1 KM run (7 - 12 years)
*Relay available. Athletes will only be able to participate as individuals or as members of a relay team but not both.
SCHEDULE
Friday 3 August
8:00 – 8:45 Athlete Registration + Bag pick-up at the start line in Marassi
9:00 – 9:30 JUNIOR AQUATHLON
9:30 – 11:00 AQUATHLON
11:00 – 11:45 Awards Ceremony
12:00 Departure
RACE COURSE
SWIMMING
Swim leg of the race takes place in Marassi bay next to the Clubhouse and will consist of 1 lap.
Course is monitored by lifeguards and organisers from the shore.
TRANSITION
Transition will be at the race venue, next to the swim start and the finish line.
RUNNING
Run leg of the race takes place inside Marassi, with a portion on hard sand and a portion on paved roads.
The total cut-off time for participants in the Aquathlon is 90 minutes. No cut-off times will be applied to the Junior Aquathlon.
RANKING
All participants are ranked per age group and per gender, with the top finishers in every 5-year age group earning gold, silver, and bronze medals, while the top overall winners are honoured on the podium, receiving their champions' medals and prizes.
TRAINING
Triathlon Training Program
The best triathlon training led by coaches who are triathletes themselves. 100% Certified. 100% Dedicated. 100% Triathlon. Training is offered at Palm Club in 6th of October, and Wadi Degla Club in New Cairo. During the week swimming and running take place at our training locations. Cycling takes place on the weekends, on Friday starting from Arkan in Sheikh Zayed, and on Saturday starting from the Sokhna Road Gates.
Athletes can choose to train for one, two, or three sports. Click here to the Triathlon Training Program today!
Personalised Training via Training Peaks
Produced by our IRONMAN-certified triathlon coaches, your personalised program gives you the flexibility to train at your own convenience while at the same time benefiting from regular follow-up from your coach. All you have to do is stick to the plan and the results are guaranteed!
Get your training program NOW!
REGISTRATION
Registration for The TriFactory Aquathlon is limited and will be processed on a first come, first served basis. Make sure you don't miss out on registering before the final deadline!
Registration fees:
- Individual registration: EGP 500
- Junior registration: EGP 350
- Relay registration: EGP 800 (per team)
The registration fee covers the full race experience, in addition to the race bag, swim cap, participation medal, race certificate, and event t-shirt.
Terms & Conditions:
1. Payment of tickets must be made within three days of purchase. If you are unable to complete payment within that period, your ticket will be cancelled automatically.
2. Tickets are non-refundable.
3. Tickets cannot be transferred to other participants.
4. Tickets may be transferred to another one of The TriFactory's events in 2018 - before the final deadline.
5. Ticket fees do not include accommodation and transportation.
6. The Aquathlon ends at 12:00 pm, at which point athletes are kindly asked to vacate the premises.
