Tough Guy & Gal Challenge
The Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is New Zealand’s iconic mud run series, bringing together adventure seekers of all ages for a day of epic obstacles, muddy mayhem, and unforgettable fun. From kids and teens to families, women’s teams, and adults, there’s a challenge for everyone; whether you’re racing for glory, team bonding, or just the thrill of the mud. With courses packed full of climbs, crawls, and camaraderie, it’s the ultimate test of toughness, teamwork, and good times!
Junior
Junior Tough Guy & Gal Challenge
The Carpet Court Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is a fun-filled, mud-splattered obstacle course event designed for primary and intermediate kids to run, climb, and crawl their way through an unforgettable day of adventure, teamwork, and confidence-building.
Wellington
Palmerston North
24 May 2027
Hawke's Bay
27 May 2027
Hamilton
Tauranga
01 July 2027
Pukekohe - Auckland
30 July 2027
Kumeū - Auckland
02 & 03 August 2027
Rotorua
23 & 24 August 2027
Family
Family Tough Guy & Gal Challenge
The Hobbs Global Family Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is an action-packed 3km obstacle course that brings families together for a day of muddy fun, fitness, and teamwork, creating unforgettable memories while conquering challenges side by side.
Wellington
08 May 2027
Kumeū - West Auckland
01 August 2027
Rotorua
21 August 2027
Secondary Schools
Secondary Schools Tough Guy & Gal Challenge
The New Balance Secondary Schools Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is a high-energy obstacle course event where teens team up to conquer mud, climbs, and rugged terrain; earning school bragging rights, NCEA credits, and unforgettable memories along the way.
Wellington
04 & 05 May 2027
Hamilton
Kumeū - West Auckland
04 & 05 August 2027
Rotorua
20 August 2027
Adults
Adult Tough Guy & Gal Challenge
The Middleware Adult Tough Guy and Gal Challenge is New Zealand’s original and ultimate mud run, an adrenaline-fueled obstacle course for adults ready to push their limits, embrace the mud, and create epic memories with friends, teammates, or solo.
Wellington
08 May 2027
Kumeū - West Auckland
01 August 2027
Rotorua
21 August 2027
Team Challenge
Tough Gal Team Challenge
The Glow Lab Tough Gal Team Challenge is the ultimate women’s-only adventure, where teams of three take on a fun, muddy obstacle course that’s all about strength, teamwork, and empowering each other through every climb, crawl, and cheer.
Wellington
08 May 2027
Kumeū - West Auckland
01 August 2027
Rotorua
21 August 2027
