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This year we are launching our Alpha Adventure Event which is all about completing as a team. Take on obstacles, find locations, do something different…. Great for Christmas parties, team building, families, hens and stag dos, and anyone wanting something fun to do.

We don’t have a team competition for the Alpha Challenge Race but we would love to have your group along. Get dressed up and take on the open together, or support your group who are racing in the competitive. So grab your mates, workmates, family, and friends and get a group along to Alpha.

Grout discount
10 people 10% OFF
15 people 15% OFF
20 people 20% OFF

Discount will be applied at checkout or email kim@alphachallenge.co.nz for a corporate / teams entry form

Our competitive event is a qualifier for OCR World Champs and for leaderboard points for NZOSA. All competitive athletes are required to complete obstacles unaided and if an obstacle is not completed do the required penalty. The penalty can not be shared and must be done correctly. Our marshalls decisions are final.

The competitive event age groups are based on your age at 31st Dec 2026.

Our competitive event is timed so if you would like to get an official time then this is the event to enter.

You can do this with friends however you CAN NOT help each other but that does not mean you can’t have fun together.

Our open event is a chance to get out and have fun with friends. You can help each other with any obstacle and share the penalties. It is not timed but you are welcome to wear your smartwatch and track your time.

Run with your friends and family or get your workmates together for a great team-building Christmas party.

If you are not sure which event is best for you and your team email us and we can help you out. You can change categories for free anytime before the 1st December.

What clothing should I wear?
Shoes - ideally trail shoes with good grip and water drainage

Compression socks - knee height compression socks made of quick-drying material can help protect lower limbs

Technical shorts - quick-drying material is great. Not cotton or heavy baggy shorts

Top - Good fitting quick-drying technical fabric is ideal. If you get wet you want it to dry quickly. Not cotton

Headwear - You can wear a hat or sunglasses but they may fall off or get snagged when crawling.

Can I race with my friends?

Yes absolutely, make some new ones as well!!

Do I have to do all the obstacles?

If you are in a competitive wave you must make 2 genuine attempts at all skills obstacles. You must complete all mandatory obstacles without assistance.

If you are in an open wave and feel like an obstacle is above your capability then you do not have to attempt it. You can help each out in the open wave

Do I have to do burpees or a penalty?

If you are a competitive athlete you will have to complete 30 burpees to the standard rules or the penalty should you not complete an obstacle. Not being able to do so will mean you will not place.

If you are in an open wave you can perform 15 reps of squat thrusts or body squats instead of burpees if you would prefer. You can share the penalty or burpee too.

Will I get wet and muddy?

In a word… ABSOLUTELY. Bring a towel and change of clothes for the finish area.

Will there be aid stations on course?

Yes, there will be water stations on the course and event crew at obstacles to help you out.

How does the mini Alpha’s race work?

This is a shorter out and back course which means the kids can experience the course and some of the obstacles the adults will be taking part on. There is no pressure on racing it’s all about having fun! The kids will have 30 minutes to complete as many laps as they would like to. It may be 1 lap it could be 3 laps. They will also have the chance to head up the finish shoot to make the most of the event. Mini’s are primary-age kids. If your child is physically competent you can enter your mini in the 5km with you.

Can we race the 5km/10km as a team?

Definitely, sign up with your buddies and stick together on course. Make sure you start in the same start wave as your teammates and get stuck in! It’s more fun getting muddy with your friends. There is no team competition however there are group prizes.

When will we get the course map?

Course Maps will be up 2 days before race day.

When is race briefing and registration?

Race briefing will be done via you tube videos leading up to the event. Every participant will need to confirm at registration that they have seen these and understand the briefing. We will have a written copy of these at registration if you have missed this.

There will be a competitive category race briefing on the day.

On the day please allow enough time to complete registration and get your race number.

75% refund before 3rd October
50% refund before 10th November

There are no refunds after November 20th however you can defer your entry to 2026 or transfer your entry to a friend.

You can change your event category until 3td Dec for free via your eventplus account.

You may transfer your race entry for $25 plus up until 18th Nov.

All cancellations requests are the be sent to hello@alphachallenge.co.nz

Should Alpha Challenge be cancelled you can:

Transfer your entry to the following year
Receive a refund.

At no point during the event will any athlete be pressured into performing or completing anything they do not wish to.

If you lack the skill to engage in an obstacle, or have any condition which might be affected by any obstacle you may choose not to participate in that particular obstacle.

You must adhere to all instructions from our marshals and technical support team. Failure to do so will result in removal from the course.

Trail info -

This event involves running and walking on rugged trails that are marked to show the way. The hazards may include but are not limited to: challenging terrain, rocks, roots, motor vehicle traffic, slippery surfaces, uprooted fencing wires, loose rocks, steep terrain, livestock, weather conditions, heat exhaustion, hypothermia, actions of spectators, other competitors, event volunteers and the event organisers personnel.

Lifting weighted obstacles -

Lifting weights and objects including buckets, sandbags, and tires. Always assess the object in front of you and whether or not you have the strength to lift it. Bend the ankle knee and hip while bracing abdominal muscles, making sure you are in a strong position to lift using your legs and not your back. All athletes will have the opportunity to miss lifting any of the above objects if it is deemed to be outside of their skill level or capability. When placing the objects down make sure the area is clear and that your toes are also clear.