Tough Gal Team Challenge - Rotorua
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Tough Gal Team Challenge - Rotorua
The Tough Gal Team Challenge is a women-only obstacle course race for teams of three, held at Lakes Ranch, 79 Lake Rotokawau Rd, Ōwhata, Rotorua on Saturday 21 August 2027. Entries open 01 November 2026 and daily competitor numbers at Rotorua are limited to 1,500.
The course is designed to be equivalent in challenge and time to a 6 km cross-country course, though actual distance may vary by venue and terrain. Event options include:
- 6 km approx. – 1 lap
Course terrain uses farmland and natural bushland and includes obstacles such as mud pits, climbing walls and crawling tunnels. Obstacles are non-electrified; participants may skip an obstacle if uncomfortable but skipping renders them ineligible for podium placings. Podium merit medals are awarded to the first three Tough Gal Teams on gun time.
Age limit is 13 years plus for the Tough Gal Team Challenge. Covered footwear is compulsory; clothing should be suitable for wet and muddy conditions. Football or rugby boots with moulded studs are permitted; running spikes and aluminium-studded boots are not.
Facilities at Lakes Ranch include hot showers, a hot swimming pool, parking, backpacker-style accommodation options and on-site hot food and beverages for purchase (cash recommended). Competitors receive a finisher’s medal, a personalized race number, first aid, event support and electronic timing. Registration takes place in the big barn at Lakes Ranch. Transfer and withdrawal policies apply and have specific time windows before the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
