Take on other schools and show your grit at the Junior Tough Guy & Gal Challenge at Ngāruawāhia Christian Youth Camp on Friday 19 June 2026 – aim to bring home bragging rights and help our school claim the ultimate Toughest School Trophy glory!

This legendary obstacle course is packed with epic challenges: water trails, a spider's web net climb, thrilling mud slide, crawl under barbed wire, a tricky wire rope bridge, native bush trails, paddock sprints, swamp crossings, and loads more glorious mud!

 

1.5 km course – perfect for Years 3–4

3 km course – designed for Years 5–8

 

Every finisher receives a stunning Junior Tough Guy & Gal Challenge medal – proof of your toughness to show off forever! 💪🟠

 

Withdrawals before 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date, will receive a full refund of the entry fee minus a $15.00 administrative/booking fee per competitor.

No refunds will be given for withdrawals after 9:00am, seven days prior to the event date – no exceptions.

In the event of cancellation due to natural disaster, forest closure from high winds, or other uncontrollable "Act of God" conditions, entry fees will not be refunded.

 

If the event is postponed due to Government restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, your entry will automatically transfer to the new date set by Event Promotions. If you cannot attend the rescheduled date, you will receive a 50% refund of your entry fee.

If the event is cancelled due to Government restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, you will receive a 50% refund of your entry fee.