HYROX Rio de Janeiro 2026: the full race guide
HYROX Rio de Janeiro takes place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026, and it is the second time the series has come to the city. Divisions race on set days, start times cannot be changed once you have entered, and you need ID at check-in. This guide covers the schedule by day, the venue, check-in, tickets and what the organiser says is included, so you can plan the weekend before you buy.
The race at a glance
HYROX is a fitness race that combines running with functional workout stations: you run 1 km, then do one station, and repeat that eight times. The organiser hosts each race indoors in large exhibition halls, so spectators can follow you from start to finish. The format is the same worldwide, which is why results feed global leaderboards and a World Championships at the end of each season.
The Rio event runs over two days at Riocentro in Barra Olímpica. The organiser describes it as a test of strength, endurance and community that suits both experienced HYROX athletes chasing a new record and first-timers.
The eight stations, in order
Each 1 km run is followed by one station. The organiser lists them in this order. It advises trying the sled push at least once before race day and wearing grippy shoes.
| Station | Exercise | Distance or reps |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SkiErg | 1,000 m |
| 2 | Sled Push | 50 m |
| 3 | Sled Pull | 50 m |
| 4 | Burpee Broad Jumps | 80 m |
| 5 | Rowing | 1,000 m |
| 6 | Farmers Carry | 200 m |
| 7 | Sandbag Lunges | 100 m |
| 8 | Wall Balls | 100 reps |
Who can enter, and in which division
The organiser’s Brazil FAQ says you should have fitness experience or take part in regular physical activity, and that you must be 16 or older. The divisions are Open, Pro, Doubles, Doubles Pro, Relay and Adaptive. Open is the standard race. Pro uses the same format with heavier weights. In Doubles you run together and split the stations with a partner. A relay team has four people, each doing two 1 km runs and two stations. The Adaptive division is for athletes with disabilities, and the organiser asks you to email the local customer service team about it.
Age groups start at 16 to 24, then run in five-year bands from 25 to 29 up to 85 to 89. The organiser notes that the bands from 60 upwards do not exist in the Pro divisions. The Rio schedule below lists the divisions that race on each day.
Schedule by day
The organiser marks this timetable as provisional and subject to change. About three days before the event, each athlete’s own start time is linked on the event page, and the organiser states that start time changes are not permitted.
| Day | Division | Start window |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 21 November | Men and adaptive men | 8:00 to 9:10 |
| Saturday 21 November | Women Pro | 9:40 to 10:10 |
| Saturday 21 November | Men Pro | 10:50 to 12:10 |
| Saturday 21 November | Men | 12:40 to 15:50 |
| Saturday 21 November | Doubles Mixed | 16:20 to 20:30 |
| Sunday 22 November | Doubles Women | 8:00 to 10:40 |
| Sunday 22 November | Women and adaptive women | 10:50 to 13:10 |
| Sunday 22 November | Doubles Women Pro | 13:40 to 14:10 |
| Sunday 22 November | Doubles Men Pro | 14:40 to 15:40 |
| Sunday 22 November | Doubles Men | 16:10 to 18:50 |
| Sunday 22 November | Relays (men, mixed, women) | From 19:20 |
Race week checklist
Using only what the organiser states, this is the order of things. First, about three days before the event, find your individual start time on the event page and plan around it. Second, watch the technical briefing the organiser links on the event page. Third, bring ID to check in, because checking in on behalf of someone else is not allowed. Fourth, check in on the day you compete: during race weekend you cannot check in on another day. Fifth, plan your arrival around on-site registration, which opens 90 minutes before the first start wave of your division.
The early athlete registration date, times and location are still marked as to be announced, and so are the laps to run. The relay briefing is at 18:20 at the Relay Transition Zone.
The venue
The event location is Riocentro, Av. Salvador Allende, 6555, Barra Olímpica, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22783-127. The organiser’s page does not publish transport or parking advice, so check the organiser’s event information before you travel.
For spectators
The organiser sells spectator tickets, with add-ons, on its ticket platform. If you want to enter the hall before your own check-in window, the organiser says to go through the Spectators Desk and show your ticket and ID.
Tickets
The organiser sells athlete tickets and spectator tickets through its event page and ticket platform. We do not list prices: the ticket platform loads its prices with a script, so we could not read them and will not guess. Check the organiser’s ticket page for the current price in reais.
What is included in your race package
According to the organiser, athletes receive the finisher patch, a result time posted on the leaderboard, an individual finisher time with split timings for each workout, and an age group award ceremony in each division. Aid stations run before, during and after the event, and professional photos can be bought. Athletes also get a view of the racing from the Thunderdome and access to an entertainment zone run with the organiser’s partners. Qualification slots for the World Championships are offered for certain age groups.
Other HYROX races in South America
If Rio does not fit, the other HYROX events on our calendar in South America this season are in Buenos Aires and São Paulo. Dates are from our race database, checked on 3 November 2026.
| Event | Date | City |
|---|---|---|
| HYROX Rio de Janeiro | 21 and 22 November 2026 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| HYROX Buenos Aires | 20 March 2027 | Buenos Aires, Argentina |
| HYROX São Paulo | 8 May 2027 | São Paulo, Brazil |
Frequently asked questions
When is HYROX Rio de Janeiro in 2026?
Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 2026.
Where is HYROX Rio de Janeiro held?
At Riocentro, Av. Salvador Allende, 6555, Barra Olímpica, Rio de Janeiro, according to the organiser.
Can I change my start time?
No. The organiser states that start time changes are not permitted. Your individual start time is linked about three days before the event.
What do I need to bring to check in?
ID. Checking in on behalf of someone else is not allowed, and on race weekend you can only check in on the day you compete.
When does on-site registration open?
Ninety minutes before the first start wave of each division, according to the organiser. Early registration times are still to be announced.
Is this the first HYROX in Rio?
No. The organiser says this is the second time HYROX comes to Rio de Janeiro.
Which divisions race on which day?
Saturday has men, adaptive men, women Pro, men Pro and doubles mixed. Sunday has doubles women, women, adaptive women, the Pro doubles divisions, doubles men and the relays. The timetable is provisional.
What are the HYROX stations?
Eight stations, each after a 1 km run: SkiErg 1,000 m, sled push 50 m, sled pull 50 m, burpee broad jumps 80 m, rowing 1,000 m, farmers carry 200 m, sandbag lunges 100 m and 100 wall balls.
How old do I have to be to enter?
You must be 16 or older, according to the organiser’s Brazil FAQ.
What is the difference between Open and Pro?
Open is the standard HYROX race. Pro is the same format with heavier weights, for experienced athletes, according to the organiser.
Where can I find my start time?
On the organiser’s event page, about three days before the event. The start list is on startlist.hyrox.com.
How much does a ticket cost?
We could not read the price: the organiser’s ticket platform loads it with a script. Check the ticket page for the current price in reais.
Sources
- HYROX Rio de Janeiro, organiser event page (3 November 2026)
- HYROX, the fitness race (format and divisions) (3 November 2026)
- HYROX Brasil, perguntas frequentes (organiser FAQ) (3 November 2026)
Dates, schedule, venue, check-in rules, format and package details come from the organiser (hyrox.com and hyroxbrazil.com), read on 3 November 2026. The South America table comes from our race database on the same date. The schedule is provisional and the organiser can change it, so check the event page before you travel.