Adventure racing is a multi-disciplinary sport that involves navigation over unmarked wilderness courses, combining navigation skills alongside endurance and teamwork. Races are generally made up of running, mountain biking and kayaking.
At NPGHS we offer students the opportunity to develop in this area with a range of activities and events, often held in conjunction with New Plymouth Boys’ High School.
If you have any queries please contact our Sports Co-ordinators: [email protected]
Competition & Teams
Juniors: Compete in the NZ Secondary Schools Get-2-Go event, specifically targeting juniors just starting out in adventure racing. For more information on Get-2-Go click here.
Get-2-Go Regional Dates: 25th July 2025
Seniors: The Hillary Challenge 5-day event and the NZSS Adventure Racing Championships (Go-4-12). Races can include running, climbing, rogaining, kayaking, biking, orienteering and problem-solving. For more information on the Hillary Challenge click here.
Hillary Challenge Dates: North Island (Rotorua Area) 18 May 2025
National Final (Tongariro) 29-3 October 2025
Training: Most training is student led and requires them to be self-motivated. Additional support can be found through other codes such as Orienteering Taranaki and New Plymouth Mountain Biking which we can help direct students to.
Uniform and Equipment: Students will need to provide their own personal outdoor clothing which is suitable for outdoor environments and a range of conditions. Students in Junior and Senior Teams that qualify for national finals will be provided with specific uniform depending on the races.
Costs: Hillary Challenge $1,450, Get2Go Juniors $1,450,
Go-4-12 NZSS Adventure Race $300
(All costs are indicative only, and subject to change)