Family Tough Guy & Gal Challenge

Hamilton

2027 DATE TBC

INFO

Adults can now join the kids in a fun whanau team event like no other. Are you tough enough to take on the Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge in Hamilton?

New Zealand’s original mud run series, the Tough Guy and Gal Challenge, is the ultimate obstacle course race designed for thrill-seekers and adventure lovers. This action-packed event tests participants’ endurance, strength, and determination while offering a fun and exhilarating experience.

The Hobbs Global Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is more than just a race – it’s an adventure that strengthens family ties while embracing the great outdoors. So grab the kids, rally the adults, and take on the mud, climbs, and crawls together! All competitors will receive a special finishers medal for taking part!

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING THE DISTANCE – It is an APPROXIMATELY 3km course, but due to the nature of our different venues terrain and challenges, we equate the TIME TAKEN of the fastest person to be “equivalent” to a flat 3km cross country course. Therefore, some venues are shorter in distance, but equivalent in time.

Challenging Obstacles

A mix of family-friendly obstacles and classic challenges, including mud pits, climbing walls, and crawling tunnels, ensuring fun for kids and adults.

Outdoor Adventure

Every venue is different with rugged terrains, farmland and/or natural bushland, adding an exciting twist to the challenge.

All Levels Welcome

Whether you’re a competitive family or just looking for a fun day out, this event caters for everyone. 

Encouraging Environment

Work together to conquer obstacles and cheer each other on, building lasting memories and stronger bonds.

Unforgettable Experience

A fantastic way to get outside, get active, and create unforgettable experiences with your loved ones.

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Event Information

Entry Fees and Entries Opening/Closing Dates

ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED. YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP ON THE DAY AT REGISTRATION BETWEEN 8:00am-9:30am

ENTRY FEE SPECIAL UNTIL ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE 9AM 11TH JUNE
$60 per 2 person team | $65 per 3 person team

Standard online entry fee | 1st February – 24th May | $80 per 2 person team | $90 per 3 person team
Late online entry fee | 25th May – 9am 11th June | $90 per 2 person team | $100 per 3 person team
Event day in person entry fee | $80 per 2 person team | $85 per 3 person team

How to Enter

ONLINE ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED. YOU CAN STILL SIGN UP ON THE DAY AT REGISTRATION BETWEEN 8:00am-9:30am

TEAM AGE LIMITS (2 or 3 person team)
All Family Teams are a combination of the following:
2 person team – 1x adult/parent 18 years or older PLUS 1x child aged 5-17 years
3 person team – 1x or 2x adult/parent 18 years or older PLUS 1x or 2x children aged 5-17 years
(There is a maximum 1:2 ratio of over 18/under 18 required to enter this event. We cannot add any more children to a team).

PLEASE NOTE: We have kept the team options as simple as possible while controlling the number of adults versus children on the course for safety reasons. Families are complex and not “one size fits all” so hopefully you can accommodate your family within these 2 options.

ENTRY CONFIRMATION
You will receive confirmation of your entry via email after you have completed the online entry process.

PERSONALISED RACE NUMBER
If you would like your Family Team Name printed on your race bib, please make sure you are entered three weeks prior to the event date.

Event Timetable

Sunday 14th June 2026

8:00am – 9:30am: Registration and late entries
10:00am: Wave starts of approx 80 people to spread everyone out
12:00pm: Prize-giving

Registration: Ngaruawahia Christian Youth Camp, 148 Waingaro Rd, Ngaruawahia. Registration in large gymnasium.

Refunds and Transfers

Withdrawal and Refund Policy
ALL withdrawals MUST be notified to info@eventpromotions.co.nz by 9am, 7 days prior to online entries closing. These withdrawals will receive their entry fee refund, minus a $10.00 administrative/booking fee per competitor. Any withdrawals notified after this time will not be entitled to a refund.

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).

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.

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

Important Information

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 Distance
It is an APPROXIMATELY 3km course, but due to the nature of our different venues terrain and challenges, we equate the TIME TAKEN of the fastest person to be “equivalent” to a flat 3km cross country course. Therefore, some venues are shorter in distance, but equivalent in time.

Finishers Medals
Every competitor that enters the Family Tough Guy and Gal events will receive a stunning finishers medal, plus a downloadable certificate is available.

Merit Prizes
No merit prizes will be awarded at these events.

Spot Prizes
Awesome spot prizes will be randomly drawn at prize-giving. You must be present at prize-giving to collect your spot prize.

Team Age Limits (2 or 3 person team)
All Family Teams are a combination of the following:
2 person team – 1x adult/parent 18 years or older PLUS 1x child aged 5-17 years
3 person team – 1x or 2x adult/parent 18 years or older PLUS 1x or 2x children aged 5-17 years
(There is a maximum 1:2 ratio of over 18/under 18 required to enter this event. We cannot add any more children to a team).

PLEASE NOTE: We have kept the team options as simple as possible while controlling the number of adults versus children on the course for safety reasons. Families are complex and not “one size fits all” so hopefully you can accommodate your family within these 2 options.

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.

Personalised Race Number
If you would like your Family Team Name printed on your race bib, please make sure you are entered three weeks prior to the event date.

Showers 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 do not have reliable eftpos facilities.

Photos
There are no official event photos for the Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge. Please feel free to take your own photos.

Merchandise

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 On The Day for purchase at all events, cash only. Stock is limited!

2026 MERCHANDISE PRICES
Kids T-shirt (Unisex): $25 – Sizes 12, 14, 16
Kids Hoodie (Unisex): $35 – Sizes 10, 12, 14, 16
Beanie: $25
Drink Bottle: $10
Sweatband: $15

Certificate

Certificates are available for download for all entrants who complete the Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge.

Download TGGC Family Participation Certificate HERE

Promotional Material

PROMOTIONAL A4 FLYER
Promote the Hobbs Global Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge Event in your gym, group or workplace with this downloadable flyer:

A4 – Flyer – Family TGGC

PROMOTIONAL EMAIL BANNER
Save the graphic below and add into an email promoting to your clients, staff and members.

 

Hamilton Venue Information

Ngaruawahia Christian Youth Camp, 148 Waingaro Road, Ngaruawahia

The Ngaruawahia Christian Youth Camp offers a stunning venue nestled between the Waipa River and the Hakarimata Scenic Reserve. The camp is set amongst 38 hectares of native bush and pastures, ready and waiting for tough guys and gals to take on the challenge. The facilities include hot showers, toilets, changing rooms and free parking.