Online Entries are now closed for our Auckland venue. You can still register on the day at registration, Saturday 6th August between 8:00am – 9:30am at Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu – CASH ONLY
VENUES
Click your venue below for more information on its location.
WELLINGTON
28th MAY 2022
KUMEU, AUCKLAND – NEW VENUE
6th AUGUST 2022
Online Entries are now closed for our Auckland venue. You can still register on the day at registration, Saturday 6th August between 8:00am – 9:30am at Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu – CASH ONLY
ROTORUA
27th AUGUST 2022
So you’re tough, but are you tough enough to take on the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge?
New Zealand’s original mud run series; if you want to get down and dirty and have a whole lot of fun, then these unique off-road running events are for you.
Grab your friends, family or workmates and take on either the 6km or 12km muddy obstacle course consisting of swamp crossings, a spider’s web net climb, crawl under barb wire, beautiful native bush trails, tunnels, hurdles, a climbing frame, water crossings and not to mention, mud mud and more mud! The events are open to both male and female competitors who are 13 years of age and older. Our events have awesome spot prizes, merit prizes, amazing goodies, souvenir coffee mugs, challenging obstacles, a fun atmosphere and plenty of free parking.
2022 is out 20th Anniversary and we wanted to celebrate! The first 200 entrants will be getting our anniversary special entry fee rate of $52.50, whilst EVERY competitor will be getting our stunning 20th Anniversary commemorative finishers medal!
Event Information
Entry Fees
Opening Special!! SOLD OUT
If you are one of the first 200 people to enter into any of our 2022 Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (Wellington, Auckland or Rotorua) you can grab our opening special of $52.50 per person!! Available for a limited time.
Wellington | Auckland | Rotorua |
Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
Fee from 1st April to 16th May: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st April to 25th July: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st April to 15th August: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
Fee from 17th May to 26th May: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 26th July to 4th August: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 16th August to 25th August: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
On the Day Entry: $90 | On the Day Entry: $90 | On the Day Entry: $90 |
All entry fee’s also include our 20th Anniversary Commemorative Finishers Medal.
Become a TOUGH GUY AND GAL CHALLENGE MVP!!
If you compete in more than one of our Tough Guy and Gal Challenge Series in either the 6km or 12km distances (Wellington, Auckland or Rotorua) you can receive a special entry fee rate!
Enter in two events for $120.00 per person (covers two event venues)
Enter into all three events for $170.00 per person (covers all three event venues)
To redeem these entry fee prices, email info@eventpromotions.co.nz to receive your instructions BEFORE you enter.
All expressions of interest and entries eligible for the MVP entry fee prices must be received/entered before 16th August 2022.
Be one of the first to achieve this amazing milestone!
Have a Large Group??
If you have a group of 10-19 people the entry fee decreases to $62.50 per person.
If you have a group of 20+ people the entry fee decreases to $52.50 per person.
All group entries MUST be received at least three weeks prior to each event to qualify for the discount.
Please email info@eventpromotions.co.nz for more information on how to enter.
How to Enter
Click Here to Enter online using a credit/debit card.
– Post it in to PO Box 324, Rotorua with proof of bank deposit payment. Please pay bank deposit into ASB Taupo 12-3162-0075818-61 using your name as reference.
Email it to info@eventpromotions.co.nz with proof of bank deposit payment. Please pay bank deposit into ASB Taupo 12-3162-0075818-61 using your name as reference.
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry and team number via email when you enter. Please print this out and bring along to registration. You can also check your entry by clicking here and looking at our confirmed entrant list. (Link to come).
One off Payments
If you would like to make a one off payment for your group (10 people or more) you can do so via direct debit, cheque or credit card. If you can please email info@eventpromotions.co.nz with your total number of competitors (10 people or more) for which event and how you would like to pay she will then send you an invoice for that many people. Once proof of payment has been receive she will then issue you with a pin code so you can hand this out to your competitors and they can go online and enter using the pin code.
If you have more people that would like to enter at a later date, email us again with the remaining total of people that would like to enter, we will then send you another invoice. Once payment has been accepted for the second group we will allocate another pin code for that number of people. Please Note – this option ONLY applies if you have 5 or more people to add to your group.
MVP Discounts
Enter into TWO of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge event venues and receive a special entry fee rate of $120.00 per person (covers both venue entry fees)
Enter into all THREE of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge event venues and receive a special entry fee rate of $170.00 per person (covers all three venue entry fees)
All expressions of interest for these discounts must be emailed to info@eventpromotions.co.nz to receive your instructions BEFORE you enter and entered before 16th August 2022.
Group Discounts
Enter a group of 10-19 people and receive a special discounted rate of $62.50 pp
Enter a group of 20+ people and receive a special discounted rate of $52.50 pp
All group entries MUST be received at least three weeks prior to each event to qualify for the discount.
How to enter a Group!
Option 1: Email info@eventpromotions.co.nz with the number of competitors you wish to enter, we will then send you an invoice, and once the invoice has been paid we will allocate you with a pin code. This means you will be able to enter yourself and your group through our online system, or provide your group with the pin code so they can enter themselves online.
If you have more people that would like to enter at a later date, email us again with the remaining total of people that would like to enter, we will then send you another invoice. Once payment has been accepted for the second group we will allocate another pin code for that number of people. Please Note – this option ONLY applies if you have 5 or more people to add to your group
Option 2: Get your team to fill out entry forms. Send these in ALL TOGETHER with one payment (either cheque or direct deposit). For more information please phone 07 348 3301 or email info@eventpromotions.co.nz
Event Timetable
Event Day Timetable for all Venues
8 – 9.30am: Registration and late entries
10am: Start of the 12km event
10.10am: Start of the 6km event
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 2.
Rotorua: Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd. Registration will be in the big barn.
Cut off Times
All 12km competitors must have completed 1 lap of the course by 11.15am otherwise they will only be permitted to do the 6km event.
Refunds and Transfers
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $15.00 administrative/booking fee.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, closure of the forest due to high winds or other uncontrollable factors, “Act of God” conditions 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 seven 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).
All transfers to a different entry type (event distance) can be made up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date, after this date, they must be done at event registration.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Covid-19 Event Policy
If an event is postponed due to Government Restrictions relating to the Covid-19 pandemic, your entry will be automatically transferred to the new event date provided by Event Promotions.
If an event is cancelled due to Government Restrictions relating to the Covid-19 pandemic, you will be able to choose one of the below options:
- Transfer your entry to the 2023 Tough Guy and Gal Challenge.
- Transfer your entry to an alternative Event Promotions event (options to be listed by Event Promotions at the time of cancellation).
- Receive a 50% refund of your entry fee.
Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge
Prove that your company group is tough enough by taking on the famous Tough Guy and Gal Challenge in the Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge!
In this ultimate off road challenge your group will test themselves on a course that includes swamps, net climbs, natural and man made obstacles, mud mud and more mud.
This is a chance for your company or gym/club to get together outside of work hours, train, work on team bonding, swap the business attire for fancy dress and take on the 6km run or walk course option in the fight for the Corporate Challenge or Gym/Club Challenge title!
How it works?!
Available for the 6km course option only!!
Get together a group of at least 5 people, create a corporate or gym/club name and enter yourselves for the challenge. You must have a minimum of 5 group members, there are no maximum number of members in a Corporate or Gym/Club Team.
The Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge trophy will be awarded to the first team of five competing in the 6km event. Your combined individual placings will be used to calculate your overall team placing. Plus – all your team members are eligible for individual grade positions. For example; if your top 5 team places are 14th Male, 22nd Male, 32nd Male, 4th Female and 19th Female mean your team total is 14 + 22 + 32 + 4 + 19 = 91 points
All members of your Corporate team must be employees, relatives, partners of, contractors, or suppliers to the company.
All members of your Gym/Club team must be members or employees of your gym or club.
What is the cost to enter a Corporate or Gym/Club Team
Standard or bulk entry fees apply for corporate teams. Fees as per Entry Fee tab.
How to register a Corporate or Gym/Club Team
Option 1: If you would like to enter a Corporate or Gym/Club team please get your team manager to register a team by selecting the “Register New Team” from the home page of the online registration page.
Once you have created a new team with a name and password you will then receive an email with this information. As the team manager you can either enter all your team members yourself or forward the email with your team name and password onto your team members to enter themselves.
Option 2: You can fill in entry forms and email them with proof of payment to info@eventpromotions.co.nz
or post them along with payment or proof of payment to:
Tough Guy & Gal
PO Box 324
Rotorua 3040
What you can win!
The winning team at each venue will take home a stunning Corporate Trophy and prize! So you can get together after the event to celebrate your achievements.
Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge Dates
Wellington – Saturday 28th May
Auckland – Saturday 6th August
Rotorua – Saturday 27th August
Merchandise
THERE IS PLENTY OF BRANDED TOUGH GUY & GAL MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE IN 2022!
You can pre-order these when you enter online, or purchase from the online shop. 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!
2022 Merchandise Prices
Kids T-shirt (Unisex): $25 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14
Kids Hoodie (Unisex): $45 – 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: $40
Sports Cap: $20 – SOLD OUT
Beanie: $25
Drink Bottle: $10
Sweatband: $10
Grade and Prize Information
Smiths Sports Shoes 12km Event
Open Men & Women
Open to male and female competitors 13-39 years of age. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete the full 12km, (two 6km laps)
Older Brutes & Beauties
Open to male and female competitors 40yrs of age and older. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete the full 12km, (two 6km laps)
Hell Pizza 6km Event
Open Men & Women
Open to male and female competitors 13-39 years of age. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete one 6km lap.
Older Brutes & Beauties
Open to male and female competitors 40yrs of age and older. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete one 6km lap.
6km Corporate Challenge
Open to any Corporate or Companies male and female, all ages. A trophy and a quality team prize will be awarded to the fastest Corporate team of 5 people (minimum of 2 women in each team)
*The venue in Kumeu, Auckland will require competitors to perform laps of the course. The 6km event will be 2 laps and the 12km course will be 4 laps.
Prizes
Prize-giving is held at 12.45pm (or as soon as we get results are the final competitors have finished) It will be held at from the stage truck and you must be present to take home any prizes!
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 Toughest Guys & Gals in each category.
Spot Prizes
Thanks to our sponsors, a huge variety of spot prizes will be given away at prize-giving. These include Smith Sport Shoes prizes, Hell Pizza vouchers and much more! You must be present to be eligible for these prizes. A great way to finish off a brilliant day.
Fancy Dress Prizes
The best dressed individuals at each event will win some wicked prizes!
Tough Guy and Gal MVP Prizes
For our MVP’s who have travelled around the North Island to all THREE of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenges, we will be giving away a few special spot prizes to some of you during the Rotorua prize giving.
NZ Tough Guy & Gal Championship
New Zealand Tough Guy & Gal Championship – 12km Only
Have you got what it takes to be the fastest, muddiest, and toughest Tough Guy or Tough Gal in New Zealand???
Take part in either the Adult Wellington or Auckland Tough Guy and Gal Challenges and podium in either the 6km and 12km, or take part in either of the Secondary School Tough Guy and Gal events in Wellington, Hamilton or Auckland and podium at the event and you will receive a letter inviting you to the 12km New Zealand Tough Guy & Gal Championship held in Rotorua on the 27th August.
Or if you have podiumed at any of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (6km or 12km) in the last 3 years or if you are confident you can run a distance of 10km in 45 minutes (for men) and 50 minutes (for women) then you are welcome to enter the NZ Champs for an entry fee of $62.50.
How am I eligible to take part in the NZ Champs
- Podium at either the Wellington or Auckland Adult events in 6km or 12km (Complimentary Entry)
- Podium at either the Wellington, Hamilton, Auckland or Rotorua Secondary Schools events (Complimentary Entry)
- If you have podiumed at any of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (6km or 12km) in the last 3 years. (Entry Fee cost Adult – $62.50 and Secondary School $45)
- If you are confident you can run a distance of 10km in 45 minutes (for men) and 50 minutes (for women). (Entry Fee cost Adult – $62.50 and Secondary School $45)
Grades
Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors in the below grades
Secondary Schools Students (must be at Secondary School)
Open Men & Women (39 years and under)
Older Brutes & Beauties (40 years and older)
When and where
The New Zealand Tough Guy and Gal Championship will be held on the 27th August at the Saturday Rotorua Tough Guy and Gal Challenge.
Entry fee
Adults – $62.50 per person and you must enter before 16th August 2022.
Secondary Schools – $45 per person and you must enter before 16th August 2022.
What you get
Early start time at 9.20am – no course congestion!
Personalised bib number
New Zealand Championship trophy up for grabs
Other Important Information
Event Options
12km – 2 laps
6km – 1 lap
Cut off Times
All 12km competitors must have completed 1 lap of the course by 11.15pm otherwise they will only be permitted to do the 6km event.
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.
All Tough Guy & Gal Entries
• Every entry regardless of category or entry type is an Individual entry.
• Enter a group of 10-19 people and receive a special discounted rate of $62.50 pp – all entries are still individual entries
• Enter a group of 20+ people and receive a special discounted rate of $52.50 pp – all entries are still individual entries
• A group of less than 10 people are still individual entries and need to enter individually online or via entry form.
Age Limit
13+ for the Tough Guy & Gal Challenge ( If they are younger, please see our Junior Tough Guy and Gal).
Limited numbers
Each event has limited places available, so make sure you enter early to avoid disappointment as these events sell out! We will advise on the website when an event sells out.
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 molded studs are acceptable, running spikes or boots with aluminium studs are not permitted.
Every Competitor Receives
Each competitor will receive our special 20th Anniversary Commemorative Finishers Medal, a FREE Hell Pizza (voucher valued at $9.50), Tough Guy and Gal branded reusable cup, electronic timing and a chance to win one of the major spot prizes.
Personalised Bib Numbers
If you enter at least two weeks before your event you will receive your very own personalized bib number.
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 Eftpos facilities.
Photos
Official event photos will be available at www.marathon-photos.com after the event.
Final Competitors Notes
Accommodation
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.
Results
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Results
Results
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 |
Fundraising
Ronald McDonald House Charities® is the official charity of the 2022 Tough Guy & Gal Challenge series!
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) New Zealand supports families when their child is in a New Zealand hospital away from home! RMHC New Zealand keeps families together, positively impacting on their journey by allowing them to focus on their children.
You can get involved by:
– Download RMHC Fundraising Form
– Set up your own online fundraising page and collect donations
– Individuals who raise $150 or more for RMHC will receive a special gift.
The money you raise through your Tough Guy & Gal event will support families while their children receive medical treatment in a hospital away from home. Download the RMHC fundraising form (link above), fill out your details and then use this form to collect the details of the people who have donated to you. Give the form and the money you have raised back to RMHC New Zealand team at your Tough Guy & Gal event.
The team at RMHC are excited to be involved in the 2022 Tough Guy & Gal Challenge series.
Entry Fees
Opening Special!! SOLD OUT
If you are one of the first 200 people to enter into any of our 2022 Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (Wellington, Auckland or Rotorua) you can grab our opening special of $52.50 per person!! Available for a limited time.
Wellington | Auckland | Rotorua |
Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st Feb to 31st March: $66.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
Fee from 1st April to 16th May: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st April to 25th July: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 1st April to 15th August: $76.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
Fee from 17th May to 26th May: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 26th July to 4th August: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee | Fee from 16th August to 25th August: $86.50 Includes $4 booking fee |
On the Day Entry: $90 | On the Day Entry: $90 | On the Day Entry: $90 |
All entry fee’s also include our 20th Anniversary Commemorative Finishers Medal.
Become a TOUGH GUY AND GAL CHALLENGE MVP!!
If you compete in more than one of our Tough Guy and Gal Challenge Series in either the 6km or 12km distances (Wellington, Auckland or Rotorua) you can receive a special entry fee rate!
Enter in two events for $120.00 per person (covers two event venues)
Enter into all three events for $170.00 per person (covers all three event venues)
To redeem these entry fee prices, email info@eventpromotions.co.nz to receive your instructions BEFORE you enter.
All expressions of interest and entries eligible for the MVP entry fee prices must be received/entered before 16th August 2022.
Be one of the first to achieve this amazing milestone!
Have a Large Group??
If you have a group of 10-19 people the entry fee decreases to $62.50 per person.
If you have a group of 20+ people the entry fee decreases to $52.50 per person.
All group entries MUST be received at least three weeks prior to each event to qualify for the discount.
Please email info@eventpromotions.co.nz for more information on how to enter.
How to Enter
Click Here to Enter online using a credit/debit card.
– Post it in to PO Box 324, Rotorua with proof of bank deposit payment. Please pay bank deposit into ASB Taupo 12-3162-0075818-61 using your name as reference.
Email it to info@eventpromotions.co.nz with proof of bank deposit payment. Please pay bank deposit into ASB Taupo 12-3162-0075818-61 using your name as reference.
Entry Confirmation
You will receive confirmation of your entry and team number via email when you enter. Please print this out and bring along to registration. You can also check your entry by clicking here and looking at our confirmed entrant list. (Link to come).
One off Payments
If you would like to make a one off payment for your group (10 people or more) you can do so via direct debit or credit card. If you can please email info@eventpromotions.co.nz with your total number of competitors (10 people or more) for which event and how you would like to pay she will then send you an invoice for that many people. Once proof of payment has been receive she will then issue you with a pin code so you can hand this out to your competitors and they can go online and enter using the pin code.
If you have more people that would like to enter at a later date, email us again with the remaining total of people that would like to enter, we will then send you another invoice. Once payment has been accepted for the second group we will allocate another pin code for that number of people. Please Note – this option ONLY applies if you have 5 or more people to add to your group.
MVP Discounts
Enter into TWO of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge event venues and receive a special entry fee rate of $120.00 per person (covers both venue entry fees)
Enter into all THREE of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge event venues and receive a special entry fee rate of $170.00 per person (covers all three venue entry fees)
All expressions of interest for these discounts must be emailed to info@eventpromotions.co.nz to receive your instructions BEFORE you enter and entered before 16th August 2022.
Group Discounts
Enter a group of 10-19 people and receive a special discounted rate of $62.50 pp
Enter a group of 20+ people and receive a special discounted rate of $52.50 pp
All group entries MUST be received at least three weeks prior to each event to qualify for the discount.
How to enter a Group!
Option 1: Email info@eventpromotions.co.nz with the number of competitors you wish to enter, we will then send you an invoice, and once the invoice has been paid we will allocate you with a pin code. This means you will be able to enter yourself and your group through our online system, or provide your group with the pin code so they can enter themselves online.
If you have more people that would like to enter at a later date, email us again with the remaining total of people that would like to enter, we will then send you another invoice. Once payment has been accepted for the second group we will allocate another pin code for that number of people. Please Note – this option ONLY applies if you have 5 or more people to add to your group
Option 2: Get your team to fill out entry forms. Send these in ALL TOGETHER with one payment. For more information please phone 07 348 3301 or email info@eventpromotions.co.nz
Event Timetable
Event Day Timetable for all Venues
8 – 9.30am: Registration and late entries
10am: Start of the 12km event
10.10am: Start of the 6km event
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 2.
Rotorua: Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd. Registration will be in the big barn.
Cut off Times
All 12km competitors must have completed 1 lap of the course by 11.15am otherwise they will only be permitted to do the 6km event.
Refunds and Transfers
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $15.00 administrative/booking fee.
Any withdrawals notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz after 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date will not be entitled to a refund, no exceptions.
In the case of a natural disaster, closure of the forest due to high winds or other uncontrollable factors, “Act of God” conditions 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 seven 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).
All transfers to a different entry type (event distance) can be made up to 9:00am 14 days prior to the event date, after this date, they must be done at event registration.
If you need to make a transfer, please contact info@eventpromotions.co.nz.
Covid-19 Event Policy
If an event is postponed due to Government Restrictions relating to the Covid-19 pandemic, your entry will be automatically transferred to the new event date provided by Event Promotions.
If an event is cancelled due to Government Restrictions relating to the Covid-19 pandemic, you will be able to choose one of the below options:
- Transfer your entry to the 2023 Tough Guy and Gal Challenge.
- Transfer your entry to an alternative Event Promotions event (options to be listed by Event Promotions at the time of cancellation).
- Receive a 50% refund of your entry fee.
Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge
Prove that your company group is tough enough by taking on the famous Tough Guy and Gal Challenge in the Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge!
In this ultimate off road challenge your group will test themselves on a course that includes swamps, net climbs, natural and man made obstacles, mud mud and more mud.
This is a chance for your company or gym/club to get together outside of work hours, train, work on team bonding, swap the business attire for fancy dress and take on the 6km run or walk course option in the fight for the Corporate Challenge or Gym/Club Challenge title!
How it works?!
Available for the 6km course option only!!
Get together a group of at least 5 people, create a corporate or gym/club name and enter yourselves for the challenge. You must have a minimum of 5 group members, there are no maximum number of members in a Corporate or Gym/Club Team.
The Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge trophy will be awarded to the first team of five competing in the 6km event. Your combined individual placings will be used to calculate your overall team placing. Plus – all your team members are eligible for individual grade positions. For example; if your top 5 team places are 14th Male, 22nd Male, 32nd Male, 4th Female and 19th Female mean your team total is 14 + 22 + 32 + 4 + 19 = 91 points
All members of your Corporate team must be employees, relatives, partners of, contractors, or suppliers to the company.
All members of your Gym/Club team must be members or employees of your gym or club.
What is the cost to enter a Corporate or Gym/Club Team
Standard or bulk entry fees apply for corporate teams. Fees as per Entry Fee tab.
How to register a Corporate or Gym/Club Team
Option 1: If you would like to enter a Corporate or Gym/Club team please get your team manager to register a team by selecting the “Register New Team” from the home page of the online registration page.
Once you have created a new team with a name and password you will then receive an email with this information. As the team manager you can either enter all your team members yourself or forward the email with your team name and password onto your team members to enter themselves.
Option 2: You can fill in entry forms and email them with proof of payment to info@eventpromotions.co.nz
or post them along with payment or proof of payment to:
Tough Guy & Gal
PO Box 324
Rotorua 3040
What you can win!
The winning team at each venue will take home a stunning Corporate Trophy and prize! So you can get together after the event to celebrate your achievements.
Corporate and Gym/Club Challenge Dates
Wellington – Saturday 28th May
Auckland – Saturday 6th August
Rotorua – Saturday 27th August
Merchandise
THERE IS PLENTY OF BRANDED TOUGH GUY & GAL MERCHANDISE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE IN 2022!
You can pre-order these when you enter online, or purchase from the online shop. 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!
2022 Merchandise Prices
Kids T-shirt (Unisex): $25 – Sizes 8, 10, 12, 14
Kids Hoodie (Unisex): $45 – 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: $40
Sports Cap: $20 – SOLD OUT
Beanie: $25
Drink Bottle: $10
Sweatband: $10
Grade and Prize Information
Smiths Sports Shoes 12km Event
Open Men & Women
Open to male and female competitors 13-39 years of age. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete the full 12km, (two 6km laps)
Older Brutes & Beauties
Open to male and female competitors 40yrs of age and older. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete the full 12km, (two 6km laps)
Hell Pizza 6km Event
Open Men & Women
Open to male and female competitors 13-39 years of age. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete one 6km lap.
Older Brutes & Beauties
Open to male and female competitors 40yrs of age and older. Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors who complete one 6km lap.
6km Corporate Challenge
Open to any Corporate or Companies male and female, all ages. A trophy and a quality team prize will be awarded to the fastest Corporate team of 5 people (minimum of 2 women in each team)
*The venue in Kumeu, Auckland will require competitors to perform laps of the course. The 6km event will be 2 laps and the 12km course will be 4 laps.
Prizes
Prize-giving is held at 12.45pm (or as soon as we get results are the final competitors have finished) It will be held at from the stage truck and you must be present to take home any prizes!
Merit Prizes
Medals will be awarded to the top 3 Toughest Guys & Gals in each category.
Spot Prizes
Thanks to our sponsors, a huge variety of spot prizes will be given away at prize-giving. These include Smith Sport Shoes prizes, Hell Pizza vouchers and much more! You must be present to be eligible for these prizes. A great way to finish off a brilliant day.
Fancy Dress Prizes
The best dressed individuals at each event will win some wicked prizes!
Tough Guy and Gal MVP Prizes
For our MVP’s who have travelled around the North Island to all THREE of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenges, we will be giving away a few special spot prizes to some of you during the Rotorua prize giving.
NZ Tough Guy & Gal Championship
New Zealand Tough Guy & Gal Championship – 12km Only
Have you got what it takes to be the fastest, muddiest, and toughest Tough Guy or Tough Gal in New Zealand???
Take part in either the Adult Wellington or Auckland Tough Guy and Gal Challenges and podium in either the 6km and 12km, or take part in either of the Secondary School Tough Guy and Gal events in Wellington, Hamilton or Auckland and podium at the event and you will receive a letter inviting you to the 12km New Zealand Tough Guy & Gal Championship held in Rotorua on the 27th August.
Or if you have podiumed at any of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (6km or 12km) in the last 3 years or if you are confident you can run a distance of 10km in 45 minutes (for men) and 50 minutes (for women) then you are welcome to enter the NZ Champs for an entry fee of $62.50.
How am I eligible to take part in the NZ Champs
- Podium at either the Wellington or Auckland Adult events in 6km or 12km (Complimentary Entry)
- Podium at either the Wellington, Hamilton, Auckland or Rotorua Secondary Schools events (Complimentary Entry)
- If you have podiumed at any of the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge events (6km or 12km) in the last 3 years. (Entry Fee cost Adult – $62.50 and Secondary School $45)
- If you are confident you can run a distance of 10km in 45 minutes (for men) and 50 minutes (for women). (Entry Fee cost Adult – $62.50 and Secondary School $45)
Grades
Medals will be awarded to the first 3 male and female competitors in the below grades
Secondary Schools Students (must be at Secondary School)
Open Men & Women (39 years and under)
Older Brutes & Beauties (40 years and older)
When and where
The New Zealand Tough Guy and Gal Championship will be held on the 27th August at the Saturday Rotorua Tough Guy and Gal Challenge.
Entry fee
Adults – $62.50 per person and you must enter before 16th August 2022.
Secondary Schools – $45 per person and you must enter before 16th August 2022.
What you get
Early start time at 9.20am – no course congestion!
Personalised bib number
New Zealand Championship trophy up for grabs
Other Important Information
Event Options
12km – 2 laps
6km – 1 lap
Cut off Times
All 12km competitors must have completed 1 lap of the course by 11.15pm otherwise they will only be permitted to do the 6km event.
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.
All Tough Guy & Gal Entries
• Every entry regardless of category or entry type is an Individual entry.
• Enter a group of 10-19 people and receive a special discounted rate of $62.50 pp – all entries are still individual entries
• Enter a group of 20+ people and receive a special discounted rate of $52.50 pp – all entries are still individual entries
• A group of less than 10 people are still individual entries and need to enter individually online or via entry form.
Age Limit
13+ for the Tough Guy & Gal Challenge ( If they are younger, please see our Junior Tough Guy and Gal).
Limited numbers
Each event has limited places available, so make sure you enter early to avoid disappointment as these events sell out! We will advise on the website when an event sells out.
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 molded studs are acceptable, running spikes or boots with aluminium studs are not permitted.
Every Competitor Receives
Each competitor will receive our special 20th Anniversary Commemorative Finishers Medal, a FREE Hell Pizza (voucher valued at $9.50), Tough Guy and Gal branded reusable cup, electronic timing and a chance to win one of the major spot prizes.
Personalised Bib Numbers
If you enter at least two weeks before your event you will receive your very own personalized bib number.
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 Eftpos facilities.
Photos
Official event photos will be available at www.marathon-photos.com after the event.
Final Competitors Notes
Accommodation
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.
Videos/Photos
Official Event Photos
Official event photos will be available at www.marathon-photos.com after each event.
Auckland | Hamilton | Hawke's Bay | Palmerston North | Rotorua | Wellington |
Results
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 |
Fundraising
Ronald McDonald House Charities® is the official charity of the 2022 Tough Guy & Gal Challenge series!
Ronald McDonald House Charities® (RMHC®) New Zealand supports families when their child is in a New Zealand hospital away from home! RMHC New Zealand keeps families together, positively impacting on their journey by allowing them to focus on their children.
You can get involved by:
– Download RMHC Fundraising Form
– Set up your own online fundraising page and collect donations
– Individuals who raise $150 or more for RMHC will receive a special gift.
The money you raise through your Tough Guy & Gal event will support families while their children receive medical treatment in a hospital away from home. Download the RMHC fundraising form (link above), fill out your details and then use this form to collect the details of the people who have donated to you. Give the form and the money you have raised back to RMHC New Zealand team at your Tough Guy & Gal event.
The team at RMHC are excited to be involved in the 2022 Tough Guy & Gal Challenge series.
Wellington Venue Information
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Location
The events 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 1000 competitors.
Wellington Tough Guy and Gal Challenge
Saturday 28th May 2022
Kumeu, Auckland Venue Information – NEW VENUE
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Location – NEW VENUE in Kumeu
The Auckland venue address is Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu. Registration will be in Shed 2.
Only 20 km out of 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 gather, 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!
6km course is 2 laps | 12km course is 4 laps
Numbers are limited to 1100 per day!
Auckland Tough Guy and Gal Challenge
Saturday 6th August 2022
Online Entries are now closed for our Auckland venue. You can still register on the day at registration, Saturday 6th August between 8:00am – 9:30am at Kumeu Showgrounds, Gate 2, Access Road, Kumeu – CASH ONLY
Rotorua Venue Information
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Location
The Rotorua venue address 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 2000 per day!
Rotorua Tough Guy and Gal Challenge
Saturday 27th August 2022
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