Every July 5, the Ice Breaker welcomes runners of all levels to Pretoria’s east, with races ranging from an enduring 21.1 km half marathon to a beginner-friendly 1 km walk or sprint. Held at Garsfontein Primary School, participants follow scenic suburban roads with gentle rolling terrain, supported by aid stations every ~3 km, chip timing, and built-in cut-off times for safety. The inclusive event offers on-site entries and number collection, ample parking, refreshments, electronic timing, and post-race medal presentations. Organized by Wingate Road Runners, proceeds go to local charitable programs, and grandparents aged 70+ can enter free. In a mix of community spirit and winter challenge, the Ice Breaker encourages fitness and fun in the Pretoria winter.
Races
Organized by Wingate Road Runners, the half marathon takes place on Saturday, 5 July 2025, starting at 07:00 from Garsfontein Primary School in Pretoria. The undulating 21.1 km course winds through the surrounding residential suburbs and must be completed by 10:30.
This 10 km road race, also organized by Wingate Road Runners, begins at 07:00 on Saturday, 5 July 2025, from Garsfontein Primary School. Runners follow a suburban loop and must finish by 10:30.
Scheduled for Saturday, 5 July 2025, the 5 km race starts at 07:15 and offers a shorter, accessible route beginning and ending at Garsfontein Primary School. It is organized by Wingate Road Runners and has a 10:30 cutoff.
Weather based on historical averages. Route data provided by Strava, based on last year's race.
FAQs
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
Organized by Wingate Road Runners, the half marathon takes place on Saturday, 5 July 2025, starting at 07:00 from Garsfontein Primary School in Pretoria. The undulating 21.1 km course winds through the surrounding residential suburbs and must be completed by 10:30.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon is 21km long.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
Organized by Wingate Road Runners, the half marathon takes place on Saturday, 5 July 2025, starting at 07:00 from Garsfontein Primary School in Pretoria. The undulating 21.1 km course winds through the surrounding residential suburbs and must be completed by 10:30.
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon is 21km long.
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon take place?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker Half Marathon?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
This 10 km road race, also organized by Wingate Road Runners, begins at 07:00 on Saturday, 5 July 2025, from Garsfontein Primary School. Runners follow a suburban loop and must finish by 10:30.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km is 10km long.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
This 10 km road race, also organized by Wingate Road Runners, begins at 07:00 on Saturday, 5 July 2025, from Garsfontein Primary School. Runners follow a suburban loop and must finish by 10:30.
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km is 10km long.
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km take place?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 10km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km take place?
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
Scheduled for Saturday, 5 July 2025, the 5 km race starts at 07:15 and offers a shorter, accessible route beginning and ending at Garsfontein Primary School. It is organized by Wingate Road Runners and has a 10:30 cutoff.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km is 5km long.
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km elevation profile as Flat.
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
What is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
Scheduled for Saturday, 5 July 2025, the 5 km race starts at 07:15 and offers a shorter, accessible route beginning and ending at Garsfontein Primary School. It is organized by Wingate Road Runners and has a 10:30 cutoff.
How long is the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km is 5km long.
Where does the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km take place?
The Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km takes place in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
What is the elevation gain of the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
Runna classifies the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km elevation profile as Flat.
How can I prepare for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
The best way to train for the next race is to use a personalized training plan that takes into account your current running ability, schedule, and preferences.
This will help you steadily improve your running performance and get ready for the race without risking an injury.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
How do I choose the right training plan for the Garsfontein Ice Breaker 5km?
Which plan you choose will depend on your experience, schedule, objectives, and the date of the race.
Runna offers personalized training plans for every runner and every goal: Whether this is your first, 10th or 100th race, we'll help you get the most out of your training and smash your goals.
Check out our training plans to find the best running program for your goals!
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