Club de Regatas América

“Rowing, anyone?” a voice called out from the Tigre River. That’s how it all began for Club de Regatas América. Here we stand before the Club de Regatas América, a testament to the enduring spirit of rowing and camaraderie. The club was founded on June 30, 1920. Its story begins not here in Tigre, but in the Dársena Sur of Isla Maciel, Avellaneda, on the banks of the Maciel stream. Imagine a small group of rowing enthusiasts, their boats gliding through the waters. They dreamed of a place where they could share their passion. That dream materialized with the birth of Club de Regatas América. In 1924, they were evicted from Isla Maciel. However, they persevered. In 1925, a dedicated group of members secured a new home. They acquired the property of the former Nacional Rowing Club, right here in Tigre. The Club de Regatas América truly took root in 1928. Thanks to the generosity of Carlos Eiras and Ricardo Malugani, the club finally owned its premises. The clubhouse was then located at Lavalle 91, Tigre. The club’s administrative office resided in Buenos Aires at Victoria 710 (now Hipólito Irigoyen street). Today, Club de Regatas América stands proudly at Lavalle 167, at the corner of Carlos Pellegrini, overlooking the Tigre River. Rowing remains the heart and soul of this club. Whether for competition or leisure, the rhythmic splash of oars continues to echo across the water. In recent years, Club de Regatas América has achieved both national and international acclaim. Their youth rowing program has nurtured exceptional talent, bringing pride to the local community. The club also offers a range of activities. There are three rowing schools catering to adults, children, and even those interested in open-water rowing. Members of the latter participate in the annual Open Water Rowing Championship. Beyond rowing, Club de Regatas América offers a restaurant open to the public, a parking lot for members, a social events hall named “Carlos Eiras” with a capacity of 80-100 people, a quincho for 40 people, and barbeque areas. The club also features a large boathouse. This houses a collection of rowing boats, ready to be launched onto the Tigre River. For those seeking a different kind of refreshment, there is even a swimming pool. Club de Regatas América continues to thrive as a social and sporting hub, its history interwoven with the very fabric of Tigre.