Family Tough Guy & Gal Challenge - Rotorua
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About the race
The Family Tough Guy & Gal Challenge in Rotorua is a family team obstacle course event held at Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Road, Ōwhata, Rotorua. The event on Saturday 21st August 2027 uses varied terrain such as farmland and bushland and features mud pits, climbing walls, crawling tunnels and other family-friendly obstacles. Course effort is set to be equivalent to a 3 km cross-country course, though actual distance may vary between venues due to terrain and obstacles.
Teams must follow defined age and composition rules: two-person teams require one adult (18+) plus one child (5–17); three-, four- and five-person team options combine one or two adults with one to three children within the 5–17 age range; a maximum ratio of one adult to three children applies. Teams receive race bibs and finisher medals; teams entered by 6 August can request a Family Team Name on the race bib. Daily competitor limit in Rotorua is 1,500.
Facilities at the venue include registration in the big barn, hot showers, a large hot swimming pool, parking, first aid support and food and drink for purchase. Covered footwear is compulsory; clothing should suit getting wet and muddy. Withdrawals notified by the published deadline receive a refund minus a $10 administration fee; transfers between entrants or entry types are allowed up to specified deadlines. Spot prizes are drawn at prize-giving and must be collected in person. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
