VENUES
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So you’re tough, but are you tough enough to take on the Tough Gal Team Challenge?
In association with the ever popular Tough Guy and Gal Challenge we have introduced a women’s only team challenge. This event is tailored specifically for teams of 3 to take on a 6km course full of man-made and natural obstacles – competing, conquering and finishing together. This is a women’s only event designed for ladies of all ages to get together, dress up in fancy dress and enjoy a fun day out in the mud. It is being rolled out in ALL of our popular Tough Guy and Gal venues – Wellington, Auckland and Rotorua.
The vision behind this event is to bring women together in an environment where they feel comfortable to challenge their abilities, push themselves outside their comfort zones, encourage and empower one another to achieve and accomplish more than what’s often thought possible.
Event Information
Enter your Tough Gal Team HERE
Wellington Sat 25th May | Auckland Sat 10th Aug | Rotorua Sat 31st Aug |
Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 08th May: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 24th Jul: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 14th Aug: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) |
Late Entry Fee 9:01am 08th May - 9am 23rd May: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Late Entry Fee 9:01am 24th Jul - 9am 08th Aug: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Late Entry Fee (Team of 3) 9:01am 14th Aug - 9am 29th Aug: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) |
Event Day Entry Fee - 25th May $180 per team of 3 gals | Event Day Entry Fee - 10th Aug $180 per team of 3 gals | Event Day Entry Fee - 31st Aug $180 per team of 3 gals |
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry via email when you enter.
Event Day Timetable for all Venues
8:00am – 9:30am: Registration, transfers and late entries
10:00am: Event starts in waves of approx. 80 people, 1 minute apart to spread everyone out
Wave order is ~ 12km ~ 6km ~ Tough Gal Teams ~ 3km (Akld only)
12:45pm: Prize-giving
Registrations
Wellington: Camp Wainui, 203 Coast Road, Wainuiomata. Registration in main building.
Auckland: Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu. Registration will be in Shed 1.
Rotorua: Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd. Registration will be in the big barn.
Click HERE for the Final Competitor Notes for 2024
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $30.00 administrative/booking fee per team.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, extreme or dangerous weather situation, “Act of God” conditions, or other uncontrollable factors causing the cancellation of the event, entry fees will not be refunded.
Transfer Policy
All person to person transfers can be made between individuals up to 9:00am, 14 days prior to the event date, after this date, they must be done at event registration. These transfers MUST be made between the same entry type (event distance).
You cannot transfer an entry to another event, or following year under any circumstances.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Podium placings are worked out on GUN TIME. If you want to be in the running for merit prizes, please make sure you start in the first wave.
Auckland | Hamilton | Hawke's Bay | Palmerston North | Rotorua | Wellington |
THERE IS PLENTY OF BRANDED TOUGH GUY & GAL MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!
You can pre-order these when you enter online. All items will be available for you to pick up at your event. Limited items will be available for purchase at all events, cash only. Stock is limited!
2024 MERCHANDISE PRICES
Kids T-shirt (Unisex): $30 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14
Kids Hoodie (Unisex): $50 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14 (small adult)
Adults T-shirt (unisex): $35 – Sizes S, M, L , XL, XXL
Adults Hoodie (Unisex): $60 – Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Tough Gal Team T-shirt: $35 – Sizes S, M, L
Sports Bag: $45
Beanie: $25
Drink Bottle: $10
Sweatband: $15
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the first 3 Tough Gal Teams who cross the finish line.
Prize-giving for all Venues
Prize-giving is held at 12.45pm. It will be held at from the stage truck and you must be present to take home any spot prizes from our amazing sponsors!
Fancy Dress Prizes
The best dressed teams will take home a prize!
Click HERE for the Final Competitor Notes for 2024
IMPORTANT NOTE! There are NO DOGS allowed at any of our events. Our event venues are on private land that have wildlife and/or domestic animals. Please leave them at home!
Event Options
6km – 1 lap
Age Limit
13+ for the Tough Gal Team Challenge ( If they are younger, please see our Junior Tough Guy and Gal).
What to wear
It is compulsory to wear covered in shoes during the event. You will get wet and muddy. A dry set of clothing, beanie and jacket is highly recommended following your event. Football or Rugby boots with moulded studs are acceptable, running spikes or boots with aluminium studs are not permitted.
Obstacles
All obstacles are designed to be challenging, but achievable for people of all abilities. If at any stage you feel you cannot complete an obstacle or feel uncomfortable with it, you are welcome to skip the obstacle. It is important to note that if you do skip an obstacle, you will be ineligible for podium placings.
We also want to make everyone aware that we do not have ANY electrified obstacles at our events.
Every Competitor Receives
Stunning finishers medal, free Hell Pizza snack pizza voucher, Vista Drink, personalized race number, first aid, event support, electronic timing, plus a chance to win one of our fabulous spot prizes.
Shower and Parking
Hot showers, parking and first aid support are included in your entry fee.
Food and Drinks
Hot food and beverages will be available from the venue for purchase – please bring cash as most places will not have reliable eftpos facilities.
Official Event Photos
Official event photos will be available at www.marathon-photos.com after each event.
Check out previous years videos below from our Tough Guy and Gal Series.
Auckland | Hamilton | Hawke's Bay | Palmerston North | Rotorua | Wellington |
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Hotel that makes every moment matter and we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant hotel.
Check in to 4.5-star comfort with the lake at your doorstep at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel. Rejuvenate in the spa’s natural geothermal mineral pools and experience a delicious variety of international cuisine. Then retire to your room – a calm haven with earthy colours, wood furniture and picture windows, soak in the spectacular scenery at Novotel.
Just steps from Eat Streat bars and restaurants also only a short walk from the awe-inspiring lakefront, the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel is in the heart of the cultural and geothermal marvel that is Rotorua.
We’ve teamed up with Vista and Supa Water for 2023 – 2025 so you can quench your post event thirsties with a refreshing can of their delicious sparking or active water!
As our official refreshment partner, they are supplying every competitor at our events with a 330ml can of healthy and hydrating naturally flavoured water. Vista is their sparkling range with no sugars and Supa Water is their low sugar active waters containing electrolytes. We know we’d be happy with either! What one would you prefer?
Sign up for any day of our events now and you’ll get your hands on one at the finish line!
Wellington Sat 25th May | Auckland Sat 10th Aug | Rotorua Sat 31st Aug |
Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 08th May: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 24th Jul: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Standard Entry Fee 01st Feb - 9am 14th Aug: $135 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) |
Late Entry Fee 9:01am 08th May - 9am 23rd May: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Late Entry Fee 9:01am 24th Jul - 9am 08th Aug: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) | Late Entry Fee (Team of 3) 9:01am 14th Aug - 9am 29th Aug: $150 per team of 3 gals (plus booking fee) |
Event Day Entry Fee - 25th May $180 per team of 3 gals | Event Day Entry Fee - 10th Aug $180 per team of 3 gals | Event Day Entry Fee - 31st Aug $180 per team of 3 gals |
Enter your Tough Gal Team HERE
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry via email when you enter.
Event Day Timetable for all Venues
8:00am – 9:30am: Registration, transfers and late entries
10:00am: Event starts in waves of approx. 80 people, 1 minute apart to spread everyone out
Wave order is ~ 12km ~ 6km ~ Tough Gal Teams ~ 3km (Akld only)
12:45pm: Prize-giving
Registrations
Wellington: Camp Wainui, 203 Coast Road, Wainuiomata. Registration in main building.
Auckland: Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu. Registration will be in Shed 1.
Rotorua: Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd. Registration will be in the big barn.
Click HERE for the Final Competitor Notes for 2024
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $30.00 administrative/booking fee per team.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, 7 days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, extreme or dangerous weather situation, “Act of God” conditions, or other uncontrollable factors causing the cancellation of the event, entry fees will not be refunded.
Transfer Policy
All person to person transfers can be made between individuals up to 9:00am, 14 days prior to the event date, after this date, they must be done at event registration. These transfers MUST be made between the same entry type (event distance).
You cannot transfer an entry to another event, or following year under any circumstances.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Podium placings are worked out on GUN TIME. If you want to be in the running for merit prizes, please make sure you start in the first wave.
Auckland | Hamilton | Hawke's Bay | Palmerston North | Rotorua | Wellington |
THERE IS PLENTY OF BRANDED TOUGH GUY & GAL MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE!
You can pre-order these when you enter online. All items will be available for you to pick up at your event. Limited items will be available for purchase at all events, cash only. Stock is limited!
2024 MERCHANDISE PRICES
Kids T-shirt (Unisex): $30 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14
Kids Hoodie (Unisex): $50 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14 (small adult)
Adults T-shirt (unisex): $35 – Sizes S, M, L , XL, XXL
Adults Hoodie (Unisex): $60 – Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Tough Gal Team T-shirt: $35 – Sizes S, M, L
Sports Bag: $45
Beanie: $25
Drink Bottle: $10
Sweatband: $15
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the first 3 Tough Gal Teams who cross the finish line.
Prize-giving for all Venues
Prize-giving is held at 12.45pm. It will be held at from the stage truck and you must be present to take home any spot prizes from our amazing sponsors!
Fancy Dress Prizes
The best dressed teams will take home a prize!
Click HERE for the Final Competitor Notes for 2024
IMPORTANT NOTE! There are NO DOGS allowed at any of our events. Our event venues are on private land that have wildlife and/or domestic animals. Please leave them at home!
Event Options
6km – 1 lap
Age Limit
13+ for the Tough Gal Team Challenge ( If they are younger, please see our Junior Tough Guy and Gal).
What to wear
It is compulsory to wear covered in shoes during the event. You will get wet and muddy. A dry set of clothing, beanie and jacket is highly recommended following your event. Football or Rugby boots with moulded studs are acceptable, running spikes or boots with aluminium studs are not permitted.
Obstacles
All obstacles are designed to be challenging, but achievable for people of all abilities. If at any stage you feel you cannot complete an obstacle or feel uncomfortable with it, you are welcome to skip the obstacle. It is important to note that if you do skip an obstacle, you will be ineligible for podium placings.
We also want to make everyone aware that we do not have ANY electrified obstacles at our events.
Every Competitor Receives
Stunning finishers medal, free Hell Pizza snack pizza voucher, Vista Drink, personalized race number, first aid, event support, electronic timing, plus a chance to win one of our fabulous spot prizes.
Shower and Parking
Hot showers, parking and first aid support are included in your entry fee.
Food and Drinks
Hot food and beverages will be available from the venue for purchase – please bring cash as most places will not have reliable eftpos facilities.
Official Event Photos
Official event photos will be available at www.marathon-photos.com after each event.
Check out previous years videos below from our Tough Guy and Gal Series.
Auckland | Hamilton | Hawke's Bay | Palmerston North | Rotorua | Wellington |
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel
Hotel that makes every moment matter and we can’t wait to welcome you to our vibrant hotel.
Check in to 4.5-star comfort with the lake at your doorstep at Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel. Rejuvenate in the spa’s natural geothermal mineral pools and experience a delicious variety of international cuisine. Then retire to your room – a calm haven with earthy colours, wood furniture and picture windows, soak in the spectacular scenery at Novotel.
Just steps from Eat Streat bars and restaurants also only a short walk from the awe-inspiring lakefront, the Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel is in the heart of the cultural and geothermal marvel that is Rotorua.
We’ve teamed up with Vista and Supa Water for 2023 – 2025 so you can quench your post event thirsties with a refreshing can of their delicious sparking or active water!
As our official refreshment partner, they are supplying every competitor at our events with a 330ml can of healthy and hydrating naturally flavoured water. Vista is their sparkling range with no sugars and Supa Water is their low sugar active waters containing electrolytes. We know we’d be happy with either! What one would you prefer?
Sign up for any day of our events now and you’ll get your hands on one at the finish line!
Wellington Venue Information
Wainuiomata, Wellington
The event will be held at Camp Wainui, 203 Coast Road, Wainuiomata, Wellington 5373 – just 10km from Lower Hutt.
Camp Wainui provides a unique opportunity within a NZ native bush environment. Run through water trails, crawl under barbwire obstacles, clamber through tunnels, wade through swamp crossings and pull yourself up hill climbs. The facilities include hot showers, hot food and coffee for sale and free parking. Please car pool if possible, as parking is tight.
Numbers are limited to 1,000 competitors per day!
Kumeu, West Auckland Venue Information
Kumeu, West Auckland
The West Auckland venue address is Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu. Registration will be in Shed 2.
Only 20 km out of the Auckland CBD, the Kumeu Showgrounds is a blank canvas of 80 acres that we know will be one of our best venues.
The facilities include hot showers, toilets, changing rooms, covered areas for gathering, hot food and coffee for sale and free parking. We will have designated car, van and bus parking areas available at the venue as space is not a problem!
Numbers are limited to 1,100 per day!
Rotorua Venue Information
Lakes Ranch, Rotorua
The Rotorua venue is Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd. Registration will be in the big barn. Just follow the signs to Hells Gate and Lakes Ranch is located directly opposite.
This is the original home of the Tough Guy & Gal Challenge. This venue provides a magnificent course with spectacular scenery for the ultimate experience.The facilities include hot showers, large hot swimming pool, backpacker style accommodation, hot food and coffee for sale and good parking.
Numbers are limited to 2,000 per day!
Contact us
- Event Promotions
- Physical Address: 92 White Street, Rotorua 3010
- Postal Address: PO Box 324, Rotorua
- info@eventpromotions.co.nz
- Phone: 07 348 3301
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