This company is auditioned. The requirements of the choreography means only those students with experience and technical ability will be invited to be a part of the Rimu Company. They will perform at Performing Arts Showcase, Evening of Dance, and Prize Giving and are part of the development and choreography for festivals. This company also has the opportunity to work with top contemporary choreographers.

Sign up here OR contact Ms Bell via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Ms Bell

A group audition takes place at the beginning of the year. This is a wonderful opportunity for girls in year 9 and 10 to build their dance and choreography skills in a dance company that meets once a week before school to rehearse. This club will dance at DanceNZ Made and evening of dance in pieces choreographed by other dance students.

Sign up here OR contact Ms Bell via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Ms Bell

This company is auditioned. The dancers will be involved in DaneNZMade, Performing Arts Showcase and Evening of Dance. Students are given the skills to help them further develop as dancers and the majority go on to become members of Rimu Company.

Sign up here OR contact Ms Bell via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Ms Bell

An opportunity is given to students in Years 7 & 8 to be involved in a performance dance group. This is not auditioned and allows students with less experience in dance the chance to experience performance, composition and choreography.

Sign up here OR contact Ms Bell via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Ms Bell

Available to all students in Years 7 – 13.

Music sessions are mostly individual and for 30-minutes, held during the school day.  Speech and drama sessions are usually in groups of two or three.

Once parents/caregivers have enrolled their daughter the ITM teacher will be in touch to organize the first day and time.

Most sessions start from Monday Feb 5^th.  They are held in the Music Department studios.

Costs: Parents/caregivers MUST enroll their daughter before they can start.

Costs are $39 per individual 30-minute session – these are Gold sheeted to parents at the end of each term.

Further information, including other charges, is available HERE in the Rangi Hub, and also in the 2024 January and February editions of In Touch.

When: To be arranged with group members

Where: Music Department

Learn about playing chamber music as a team, prepare for workshops, masterclasses and enter the Chamber Music Contest.  Chamber Music generally goes until mid-June, but for senior groups who make nationals, it continues until early August.  There will be opportunities for junior students (particularly Years 7/8) who may not have entered the chamber music contest to form groups in the later part of the year, dependant on interest.  Check out some performances here

You need to be able to play your instrument very well to a high level (Grade 6 or above) and be prepared to work really hard to learn to play together with self-discipline and direction.

Costs: Entry to Chamber Music Contest – usually $20pp.  For those selected for National Finale, this year in Wellington, the estimated costs will be $500-$600 pp.  Senior string/piano groups may travel to Wellington over King’s Birthday weekend for workshops with the New Zealand String Quartet – estimated cost $500 pp.

Uniform:  Usually performance black

Register your interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1st February HERE

Being in a chamber music group in some cases will be dependent on a suitable combination of instruments being available.

Teacher in charge: Mrs Kingsbury

When: Friday 3.45-5.30pm

Where: P1, in the Music Department

In Jazz Band you learn about playing jazz and improvising. Prepare for lots of gigs – at school, in the community – Christchurch Big Band Festival, ARA JazzQuest, cafes/bars/clubs, and prepare for competitions. Check out some performances here

You must be able to read music and must be learning your instrument for the entire year. Entry is via audition, or invitation. Open to saxophones, trumpets and trombones and bass guitar.  There are no vacancies for a drummer, pianist, guitarist, or vocalist in 2024.

You must be able to commit to the Jazz Band for the entire year.

Costs:  If there is travel to the Southern Jam Youth Jazz Festival in Blenheim during August, the cost is around $500 – $600pp. This is not guaranteed every year.  Entry to ARA JazzQuest approx. $20pp

Uniform: Jazz Band shirt hire – $25 per year.  Black trousers, black shoes.

Register audition interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1st February HERE

Teacher in charge: Lana Law

When: Wednesday OR Thursday 8.00 – 8.45am

Where: P1, in the Music Department

We perform in a range of styles on percussion instruments and have fun.

All you need is to be enthusiastic, playing (or have played) an instrument, and the ability to read music is an advantage, but not required. You do not need to be learning drums or percussion, but individual lessons are available at school if you are keen.  Check out some performances here

Costs: minimal

Uniform: usually performance black

Register interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1st February HERE

Teacher in charge: Mr Thin

When: Monday 8.00-8.45am

Where: P1, in the Music Department

Rangi Players is a junior instrumental group for students in Years 7 – 10.     All instruments are welcome, music in a range of styles is played. Check out some performances here
You need to have your own instrument and have been learning your instrument for at least two terms to join.  If you’re unsure whether you are at a high enough level talk to Mrs Kingsbury or your instrumental teacher about it.  You must be able to commit to Rangi Players for a full year.

Costs: minimal

Uniform: School uniform

Register interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1^st February HERE

Teacher in charge: Mrs Kingsbury

When: Tuesday 3.45-5.30pm

Where: P1, in the Music Department

Rangi Sinfonia is for more advanced instrumentalists. The group enjoys rehearsing music together and preparing for performances, including prizegiving. There is a camp at the start of the year which is very social, where everyone really enjoys getting to know each other. Check out some performances here

Rangi Sinfonia is for all year groups – you must be able to read music and play your orchestral instrument to a minimum of Grade 4 level. An audition is required.

Advanced string players will be invited to play in a string orchestra, which will rehearse during the Sinfonia Tuesday after school rehearsal time, by arrangement.

You must be able to commit to Rangi Sinfonia for a full year.

Costs: Rangi Sinfonia Camp March 1^st – 3^rd at Living Springs approx. $300-$320.00 pp.  Other costs will be minimal – around $20 – $40pp for entry to Aurora Festival and bus transport there and back.

Uniform: usually Performance blacks, or school uniform

Register audition interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1^st February HERE.

Audition times and place to be arranged.

Teacher in charge: Mrs Kingsbury

When: Friday 8.00-8.45am

Where: P1, Music Department

Rangi Voices is for students in Years 7-10.  The choir performs a wide variety of music, including contemporary and musical theatre songs, at school and community events, as well as in the annual national Big Sing Competition. Check out some performances here

Students need to enjoy singing together and learn about what it means to be a positive and contributing member of a choir. It is not necessary to have singing lessons or to be able to read music.

An audition is required – you will be asked to sing a verse of the National Anthem, Mrs Charlton will also check your vocal range.

You must be able to commit to Rangi Voices for a full year.

Costs: Big Sing entry and transport – approx. $20pp

Uniform: School uniform

Auditions are on Friday February 2^nd before school and lunchtime, and Wednesday February 7^th before school, in P1 (downstairs in the music department). You may audition in pairs.

Register by 3.30pm on Thursday February 1^st.  Audition times are available HERE

Teacher in charge: Mrs Charlton

When: Monday 4.30-6.30pm, Thursday 3.45-5.30pm

Where: P1, in the Music Department

Resolutions is generally for students in Years 11-13 only.  There may be younger students invited to audition, at the discretion of Mrs Charlton. Resolutions sings a wide variety of music and performs to a very high standard. Check out some performances here.

You need to love to sing, be willing to work hard with a fantastic group of like-minded young wahine. An ability to read music and singing lessons are useful, but not essential. You do not need to have been in Rangi Voices.

The group size limited to a maximum of 30. An audition is required – you will be asked to sing a verse of the National Anthem, Mrs Charlton will also check your vocal range.

You must be able to commit to Resolutions for an entire year.

Costs: Big Sing entry and transport – approx $20pp. National Finale for 2024 is in Wellington, so costs are likely to be around $900 – $950pp if Resolutions is accepted.

Uniform: Resolutions uniform hire $30 per year, black shoes

Auditions are on Thursday February 1st after school. 3.30 – 4pm, in P1.

Register by 3.30pm Thursday February 1^st.  Audition times are available HERE

Teacher in charge: Mrs Charlton

When: To be arranged – Monday after school until 5pm. Other times by arrangement with Ms Howat

Where: Music Department

Rock Bands are for students in Years 9 – 13 who have been learning their instrument/voice for at least a year

In rock bands you learn how to play live music using some of your favourite songs for a performance during the year.  More advanced bands are encouraged to write their own songs so they can enter Rockquest.  Be prepared to work hard and have a lot of fun whilst doing so.  Check out some performances here

Costs: minimal – to be advised

Uniform: to be arranged

Register interest for 2024 by 3.30pm Thursday 1^st February HERE

Teacher in charge: Ms Howat

Drama Club is for all students and generally run once a week led by the student Head of Drama. Drama Club is a casual and fun club where anyone can come along and experience drama and improve their skills in a fun and friendly environment. Activities include script work, character creation, games and improvisation. Drama Club is open to everyone years 7-13 and weekly attendance is not required, but is recommended so you don’t miss anything.

Sign up here OR contact Mr Rutherford via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Mr Rutherford

Rangi Ruru Girls’ School produce a senior production (for years 11, 12 and 13 students) and a junior production (for years 9 and 10 students) each year. We often collaborate with Christ’s College to do co-productions. In 2024 our Senior Production is the musical ‘Anything Goes’ with Christ’s College. We will do a Rangi Ruru only Junior Production in November. Information, with an overview of rehearsal times, will be given out at the first meeting of any production and parental consent is required. This is to ensure that parents are aware of the commitment needed. Information sent home regarding productions and events will include the relevant contact details.

Please contact Mr Rutherford for more information via teams chat.

Leader: Mr Rutherford

Stage Angels focus on theatre technologies, such as lighting, sound and stage management, throughout the year one afternoon after school per week. You will get to learn how to rig, focus and operate lights for theatre. We will also look at sound technology for theatre including creating soundscapes, sound effects and using microphones for theatre. Being a part of Stage Angels can lead to opportunities to work as crew for productions and also to gain service hours working on school events outside of class time. Former Stage Angels work as technicians in the entertainment industry.

Sign up here OR contact Mr Rutherford via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Mr Rutherford

There are many benefits to doing theatre sports – it’s a great way to improve performance and confidence as well as speech and quick thinking there are lots of performance opportunities. Theatre Sports Club it is an opportunity to learn play improvisation games by playing them. Theatre sports in schools is an annual competition for improvised theatre held by the Court Theatre where school teams of up to six perform scenes in games based on audience suggestions scored by judging panel of the Court Jesters. Teams who progress through the heats are invited to participate in the grand final at the Court Theatre.

Sign up here OR contact Ms Cope via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Ms Cope

Available for Year 9-13 Students

Adventure Racing is an exciting team sport that offers races ranging from 2 hours up to an exhilarating 12 hours. This thrilling pursuit combines various activities, including running, mountain biking, rogaine/orienteering, kayaking, navigation, and rock climbing/abseiling. Teams can typically consist of 2 to 4 participants, although the preferred setup features mixed-gender teams comprising of four racers.

Participating in Adventure Racing doesn’t require prior experience in the sport. All you need is a strong commitment, the ability to run and ride a bike, an appreciation for teamwork, and a passion for adventure and fitness challenges.

When: Adventure Racing is an event-based sport, predominately occurring in Terms 1, 3 & 4.

Training: Pre-event training sessions are scheduled throughout the year, taking place once a week on either a Tuesday afternoon (time TBC) or Wednesday night (.

Uniform: Competitors are required to wear the Rangi Ruru P.E top and P.E shorts during competitions. An optional Rangi Ruru Spandex kit ($45.00) is available for purchase from the Sports Office, and those participating in events must wear the Rangi Ruru Tracksuit, obtainable from the uniform shop at a cost of $187.49.

You will need your own mountain bike and helmet for some events.

Transport: Unless the Sports Office organizes transport for an event or team training, students are responsible for their transportation to/from events/trainings.

Cost: $40 per student per term, plus transport costs and event/rogaine series fees.

Term 1 Commitments:

• Tuesday, 20 February: Adventure Racing “Taster Session”, (venue/time TBC)
• Navigation training day – venue and date TBC
• Wednesday (nights), 13, 20, 27 March: Wicked Rogaine Autumn Series, (venue TBC)
• 13-14 April: NZSS Adventure Racing Champs GO-4-12 Challenge (year 11-13), Hawkes Bay – TBC, dependent on skills/experience and commitment of group.
• 19-21 April: SISS Adventure Race Champs Event (Year 9-13), Kaikoura
• Sunday, 5 May: Hillary Challenge Regionals (year 11-13), Canterbury

Please note: Participation in the NZSS Adventure Racing Champs and/or SISS Adventure Racing Champs requires attendance at the Adventure Racing Taster Session, Navigation training Day, and Wicked Rogaine series in Term 1 to be eligible.

Term 2 Commitments:

• Wednesday, 17 July: NZSS Rogaine Champs, Wellington
• 19-21, July: NZSS Orienteering Championships, Wellington

Please Note: No trainings are organized in Term 2, and students participating in Term 2 events will need to sort their own accommodation, transport, and parental support.

Term 3 Commitments:

• Canterbury Adventure Race (Year 9-13) – date and venue TBC
• Wednesday 7, 14, 21, August: Wicked Rogaine (Winter night series), Port Hills Christchurch
• 7-8 September: SISS Orienteering Championships, Christchurch
• Wednesday, 11 September: Junior Get2Go Challenge Regionals (year 9-10), Christchurch

Please note: Participation in the Canterbury Adventure Race, SISS Orienteering Championships and Junior Get2Go requires attendance at the Wicked Rogaine Winter night series in Term 3 to be eligible.

Term 4 Events:

• Wicked Rogaine (Spring Series), date and venue TBC
• Potential team trainings for teams looking to enter into events in Term 1, 2025
• October school holidays – National Hillary Challenge Final (year 11-13), Tongariro
• December – Junior Get2Go Final (year 9-10), Great Barrier Island

Please note – Students will only attend the Hillary and Get2Go final if they qualify at the regional events in Term 3.

Year 9-13 students sign up here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Available for Year 7-13 Students

Athletics at Rangi is a mixture of different sporting events such as running (Sprints, Middle & Long Distance, Hurdles), jumping (Long Jump, Triple Jump), throwing (Discus, Shot Put, Hammer) and walking. You can choose up to four events to compete in for the Rangi Athletics Day and all other external events. Rangi Ruru has a running coach who can help you with a running programme/training. You can also consider training with a club outside of school.

When: Running training every Tuesday at 7:20am during term time (Term 1 – Term 4).  Meet outside the Kerrs school gym.

Events: Year 9-13 School, Canterbury and South Island Champs in Term 1, National Champs in Term 4; Year 7-8 – School, CAIMS

Where: Nga Puna Wai Athletics track for our School Athletics day and Canterbury Champs and various other venues throughout New Zealand for South Island and National Champs.

Costs: Running Group is $40 per term per person. Costs associated with events are a Rangi athletics singlet, spikes (if required) entry fees and events costs. The school team is selected for the events, although participation is not mandatory.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for Year 9-13 Students

When: Wednesday 3:15-4:15pm, Terms 2 & 3

Where: Rangi Ruru and different school gyms in and around Christchurch

Events: School, Canterbury and South Island events

Cost: $40 per player for Term 2 & 3, additional cost for tournaments, exchanges and coaching.

Uniform: is the school PE uniform but you need your own racquet.

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from games or there will be taxis/school van offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return from Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Sign-up at the end of Term 1.

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for Year 7-13 Students

Year 9- 13 Basketball

Students have the option to engage in either social or competitive Basketball here at Rangi Ruru. Dive into the action by participating in Basketball trials for our competitive teams at the end of Term 1 (register for trials below).

When: Terms 2 & 3.

Competitions: The Senior A Basketball will compete in the Whelan Trophy competition which takes place on Tuesday evenings. ALL other Basketball teams (years 9-13) will compete in the School Sport Canterbury competition on Friday evenings. Additionally, both the Senior A and Junior A teams will attend a tournament during Winter Tournament Week.

Where: Home games are played at the Rangi Ruru Atawhai gym and away games are played at various school gyms in and around Christchurch.

Time: Games are played between 4pm-9.00pm and are 40 minutes in duration (20-minute halves).

Uniform:

• Senior A and Junior A: Issued a Basketball top and shorts at the start of the season.
• Senior B, Junior B & Social Teams: Need to purchase a Basketball singlet from the sports office at the start of the season and will wear Rangi Ruru P.E shorts.
• All players: Required to purchase a mouthguard before the first game. No mouth guard = No Play!

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from Basketball games or there will be taxis/school van offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their Basketball TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return from Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Cost: $95 per player for Term 2 & 3, $87 to purchase a Basketball singlet plus transport costs. The Senior A and Junior A teams – Whelan Trophy registration fees and tournament costs.

Sign up to play Social Basketball: Year 9-13 social basketball players can individually sign up here and we will add you to a team once entries close OR send your team list through to Ms Hopcroft via a TEAMS chat. Forming a team requires a minimum of 8 players, with a maximum of 10 players per team. Furthermore, social teams MUST appoint/find a team manager, which can be two year 13 students, a teacher, or parents/caregivers.  Your team manager(s) MUST attend all game

Competitive Basketball Trials: Winter trials for competitive teams (Year 9-13) in Term 1.

• Senior A Trials (Year 11-13): Sunday, 7 April 5:00pm-6:30pm & Tuesday, 9 April 5:00-7:00pm in the Elizabeth Ried Gym.
• Intermediate A and B Trials (Year 9-10): Wednesday, 10 April 2:30pm-4:00pm & Monday, 8 April 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Elizabeth Ried Gym.

Year 9-13 students sign up for Basketball trials here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Year 7 & 8 Basketball

When: Friday afternoons in Terms 2 and 3.

Where: Wharenui Recreation Centre, Riccarton.

Time: Games are played between 4:00pm – 7:00pm and are 30 minutes in duration (15 minutes per half).

Uniform: A Rangi Ruru basketball singlet will be issued to the players at the start of the season and players are to wear their Rangi Ruru P.E shorts. Players will also need to purchase a mouth guard. No mouthguard = No play!

Transport: Students can either make their own way to/from their basketball games or there will be a taxi offered to students who need transport. Students are to indicate via their individual TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week. Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house).

Cost: Approximately $40 per person plus transport costs.

Students who want to play basketball on a Friday night in the Winter (Term 2 and Term 3) will register through Mrs Sinclair at the end of Term 1.

Leader: Mrs Sinclair and Ms Hopcroft

3×3 Basketball

Available for Year 7-13 students

3×3 Basketball is a summer sport for Year 7-13 students. This is a 5-week competition that starts on Thursday, 22 February and is open to all abilities.

What: 3X3 basketball is modified game of Basketball, played on half the court with a minimum of 3 players on the court at any time and a maximum of 5 players per team.

When: Thursdays from 3:45pm-5:00pm, Term 1 only

Where: Rangi Ruru Kerrs Gym.

Time: A 3v3 Basketball game will be 10 minutes duration.

Uniform: Players must wear the Rangi Ruru PE uniform (top and navy shorts) or wear a Rangi Ruru basketball singlet which can be purchased from the Sports office.

Cost: $20 per player and $87 to purchase a Basketball singlet (optional for this competition).

Students who individually sign up we will add to a team OR send your team list through to Miss Hopcroft via TEAMS chat. Sign-ups close Friday, 9 February.

Years 7-13 students sign up here

Available for Year 9-13 students

When: Game on a Thursday and 1x training per week (day and time TBC). The 1st XI team will attend a tournament in Term 1.

Where: Polo Grounds, South Hagley Park

Events: Gillette Venus Cup – Regional Qualifier

Cost: 1st XI team: $60 per player per term, additional costs for tournaments and exchanges. Social team: $40 per player, per term.

Uniform: tournaments and exchanges – white cricket pants are required. Some cricket gear will be supplied.

Transport:

• Students can either walk or bike/make their own way to/from games or there will be taxis/school van offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return from Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Trial: Thursday, 8 February 4:00pm-5:30pm at Sir Richard Hadlee Centre, South Hagley Park.

Year 9-13 students sign-up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available to year 7-13 students

When: Inter-secondary School Championships during terms 2 & 3

Events: School, Canterbury and NZSS Champs

Where: North Hagley Park (School Cross Country & Canterbury Road Race) and Ascot Park (Canterbury Cross Country) and various other venues.

Cross country and Road Race running is a sport in which teams and individuals run a race on open-air courses over natural terrain such as footpath, dirt, and/or grass.

You will need your own running shoes/spikes and you wear your PE uniform. The cost depends on which events you choose to enter, and the transport you take. You can attend running training at school on a Tuesday morning, or athletes may like to consider training with a club. School team will be selected after the school cross-country championships to attend Canterbury and the NZSS Champs.

Costs: Tuesday Running Group is $40 per term per person. Costs associated with events are a Rangi athletics singlet for Nationals, spikes (if required), entry fees and events costs. A school team is selected after our school cross country championships for the Canterbury Championships and Nationals.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for Year 7-13 students

When:

Term 1 – Friday wind-training sessions (starting mid-March). Start time is 7:00am.

Terms 2 and 3 – Wednesday afternoon racing, Tuesday and Friday wind-training sessions, weekend rides.

Note: Wednesday, Friday and Saturday are core team sessions, where attendance is expected. Tuesday is an optional session targeted at those cyclists who want more opportunities to develop and do not have any clashes with other programmes/commitments. On occasion throughout the season, Sunday morning may be used for specific team trainings, especially in preparation for key events. Cyclists will be advised of the placement of these sessions well in advance.

Where: Rides leave from Rangi Ruru in Terms 2 & 3 and cycle to Tai Tapu for racing; weekend rides – venue and time TBC.

The School Cycling Competition involves three races:

• Individual Time Trials where you race as fast as you can against the clock.
• Team Time Trials where you race in a group of 3-4 riders (5 for nationals), against other teams.
• Graded Scratch where you race in a group of people at a similar level, with first over the finish line the winner

For training you train as a team to learn how to do team time trials.

You will need your own road bike, helmet and vest that MUST be worn for riding to and from Tai Tapu.

Costs: Term 1 ONLY: $40 per person. Terms 1-3: $120 per person plus additional costs for attending events and purchasing Rangi Ruru cycling gear.

No experience is needed and all levels will be catered for. Events include SKODA Southern Tour (Blenheim), SISS Road Cycling Champs and NZ Road Cycling Champs.

Years 7-13 students sign-up here

Leader: Mr Van Rossen

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Open training will start at the beginning of term 1 (Details to be confirmed.

Where: Wednesday and Sunday Trainings at Owles Tce and SISS Dragon Boat Champs at Lake Hood.

Dragon Boating is where you race in a boat with paddlers, a drummer and a sweep person against other boats to cross the finish with the shortest time possible.

Years 9-13 only. Entry is dependent on numbers – max 12 per crew for a 10 boat and max 22 crew for a 20 boat. Students MUST be able to swim 50m. Term 1 consists of 5 weeks of training on Wednesdays and Sundays in prep for SISS Dragon Boat Champs at Lake Hood on Sunday 24th March 2023.

Cost: $80 per person Term 1 & $40 for Term 4, plus transport costs, and additional costs for events.

Minimum of 10 paddlers required.

Uniform: PE top and shorts/leggings, singlet supplied for racing.

Year 9-13 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

We have something for everyone, with or without your own horse.

You need your own mount for events, however not required for learn to ride sessions or polo. The cost will depend on the level of involvement. No experience is needed, newcomers are welcome.

Please sign up if you are keen to be involved. Sally Goldsmith (Equestrian Manager) will contact you after registrations close.

Learn to Ride: Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school, all terms

Learn to ride sessions help teach students how to ride a horse, and how to care for them. Trained horses are provided, transport to and from school included.

Cost: Approximately $75 per week. Includes: coaching, horse hire, and transport. Must commit to a whole term.

Polo: Thursday after school, Term 1 & Term 4

If you can ride competently then you can sign up for polo lessons. These run for six weeks followed by an interschool tournament. Trained polo ponies and gear included, transport to and from school provided.

Cost: Approximately $95 per week, including transport. Must commit to a full term of 6 weeks. All can be selected for teams

Private and Group Coaching: afterschool, weekends and holidays

With a range of instructors for dressage and jumping, at various locations

Interschool Competitions: Dressage, Show Jumping, Show Hunter, Polo, Eventing, Mounted Games. These are held throughout the year with minimum criteria and team selection required.

Years 7-13 student’s sign-up here OR contact Mrs Goldsmith via ‘Teams chat’ to join.

Leader: Mrs Goldsmith

Available for year 7-13 students

When: Open Monday – Thursday: 7.30am-5.00pm; Friday – 7:30am-4:00pm.

Where: Fitness Centre

Personal Training, Group Exercise, Strength and Conditioning

Wear active gear and sports shoes. Bring a drink bottle and towel.

Introductory sessions essential for Years 7-9.

Please contact Ms Joyce via ‘Teams Chat’ for appointments and further information.

Leader: Ms Joyce

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Trials at the end of Term 1 on the Rangi field. Games in Terms 2 & 3 on a Wednesdays from 3:30pm onwards at various turfs/fields in and around Christchurch.

Where: Rangi Ruru for trainings and games are at various turfs/fields in and around Christchurch.

A Uniform will be provided for 1st XI players and all other football teams will play in their PE uniform. Players need their own boots, shin guards & socks. For 1st XI the cost is approximately $190 per season plus transport and event costs. Social team subs are $40 per person per term plus transport costs.
Trials:
Year 9-10 trial/Just Play: Tuesday, 9 April 3:30-5:00pm on the Rangi Ruru field.

Open Trial for 1st XI (11-13): Thursday, 11 April 3:30pm-5:00pm on the Rangi Ruru field.

Year 9-13 students sign up for football trials here.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Games are Wednesdays between 3:00-6:00pm in Terms 1 & 4

Where: Trainings at Rangi Ruru and games are played at various venues in Christchurch.

Uniform: (shorts and top) supplied but you will require shin pads and indoor sports shoes.

Cost: $50 per person, per term, plus transport and tournament costs. Minimum of 8 students required per team.

Events: Canterbury Champs and Nationals (Wellington – Sunday 17-Wednesday 20 March)

Trials: Friday, 2 February 3.30pm-4.30pm in the Elizabeth Reid gym

Year 9-13 students sign-up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

The Rangi Ruru Golf Program caters to all skill levels, accommodating both beginners and advanced golfers. We have two main groups operating within the golf program which students can choose to participate in:

Option One: Golf lessons for beginners (Year 7-13) with Matt McDowell (Hagley Park Golf pro)

Option Two:  Round of Golf for Experienced Golfers (Year 7-13) – Ideal for students with golf experience, potentially holding a handicap, who enjoy a round of golf. No coaching involved.

Yr 9-13 students can enter into Canterbury Secondary School, South Island Secondary School, and National Secondary School events during the year.

When: Wednesday afternoons, Terms 1 and 4.

Where: Hagley Golf Course.

Time: Golf Lessons (3:00-4:00pm), Round of Golf (3:00pm-4:30pm).

Uniform: Rangi Ruru P.E gear (top and navy shorts), appropriate footwear (gym shoes), sunhat and wet weather gear should the weather deteriorate.

Equipment: Golf clubs are provided for students participating in the lessons. Students participating in a round of gold MUST provide their own Golf clubs and carry bag.

Cost: Approximately $102 per student for 6 golf lessons OR $72 per student for 6 rounds of golf.

Ready to tee off?

Years 7-13 students sign up here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Available for year 7-13 students

Hockey at Rangi is played throughout Terms 2 and 3. Teams are selected via trials, but seniors can field a social team, should they wish to. Players need their own hockey stick, shin guards, navy socks, and a mouth guard. Where possible, all teams are provided with a playing uniform, but the Year 9 teams may be required to wear Rangi Ruru PE uniform, should we have more teams than uniforms.

Where: Trainings are held throughout the week on the Rangi turf either before school or after school. Games are played at Ngā Puna Wai, Nunweek Park, Rolleston or Marist Club (St Bede’s College). The 1^st XI play Friday evenings; all other teams play Wednesday afternoons/evenings.

Trainings: 1^st and 2^nd XI teams – twice a week; All other teams – once a week.

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from hockey games or there will be taxis/school vans offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their individual TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return to Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Cost: Registration and match fees are dependent on the team (between $250 – $350). Players are expected to play every match (even during holidays when required). Tournament fees (1^st and 2^nd Xi teams) are additional.

TRIALS (Year 9-13) – All players must have TWO trials.

Open training sessions:

• Tuesday, 19 March: Year 9-10 (3:30pm – 4:45pm) and Year 11-13 (5:00pm – 6:15pm) on the Rangi Ruru Turf.

NEW to school hockey players (all year levels):

• Thursday, 21 March: 3:30pm-5:00pm on the Rangi Turf.

Open trial for 2023 Ma, Kahurangi & Year 9 teams

• Tuesday, 26 March: 4:00pm – 5:30pm at Nunweek Park.

1^st and 2^nd XI trial (by invite)

• Wednesday, 3 April: 3:30pm-5:00pm at Nunweek Park.

Final Trials (2 sessions):

• Tuesday, 9 April: 4:00-6:00pm at Nunweek Park

Year 9-13 students sign up for hockey trials/Open sessions here.

Year 7/8 students – information will be available in Term 2. Teams will play in the Tuesday CAIMS competition.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Games from 3:15pm on Wednesdays, Term 1 and Term 4

Where: Various indoor sports centres in Christchurch

Games from 3.15pm at various indoor sports centres in Christchurch and you must wear the Rangi Ruru PE uniform. Cost is $50 per person per term plus transport. Minimum of 8 students per team. Teams are put together or you can create your own team. No trainings involved.

Year 9-13 student’s sign-up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Day and time TBC. Terms 1 and 4

Where: Rangi Ruru pool

The benefits of gaining a foundation in life-saving skills are significant and considered extremely worthwhile at Rangi Ruru. For this reason, a number of awards are offered.

Bronze Star – All girls complete their Bronze Star Award as part of the Year 9 curriculum. It serves as an introduction to Lifesaving to develop skills and knowledge of safe water rescue and survival.

Togs and towel are required.

BRONZE MEDALLION – Minimum age is 14 years or in the year in which you turn 14. Pre-requisites – The Bronze Star award is an advantage but not essential. All sessions will be in the Rangi swimming pool & the day/time TBC. Cost – badges only.

BRONZE CROSS, AWARD OF MERIT & DISTINCTION AWARDS – Pre-requisites apply. Please contact Ms Joyce for more information. All sessions will be in the Rangi swimming pool & the day/time TBC. Cost – badges only.

Year 9-13 student’s sign-up here

Leader: Ms Joyce

Available for Year 7-13 Students

When: Thursdays 3:30pm-4.15pm

Where: Rangi Fitness Centre or Helen Kitson, all year

Metafit – 30 minutes of bodyweight only workouts consisting of a range of simple but effective exercises that are designed to get you fitter and stronger. This is a form of HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) which is a functional/bodyweight method of exercising. It is a challenging session for all fitness levels.

Circuits – 30-45 minutes of circuit training using both bodyweight and machine-based exercises.

This is for all year levels. You will need a water bottle and school sports uniform. Meet Ms Joyce by the Fitness Centre.

Cost: $5 per session.

Years 7-13 students Sign-up here

Leader: Ms Joyce

Available for students in years 9-13

Mountain Biking is a form of cycling that typically takes place off-road, on rough terrain, and often involves navigating through challenging natural environments such as mountains, forests, and rough trails. The primary goal of the Rangi Ruru MTB program is to enhance riders skills, build their confidence, encourage them to ride according to their capabilities, and foster a genuine enjoyment of the sport.

We have two main groups that operate within the Rangi Ruru Mountain Biking program to help cater for a range of experience and ability. (see below)

Term 1 MTB Options:

• Canterbury Secondary Schools Singletracks Cross-Country (XC) MTB Series – A series of 5 races with the Canterbury Championships taking place in the fifth week (Wednesday, 27 March).
• Development Group – These are supervised MTB sessions that will take place at Halswell Quarry.

Term 4 MTB Options:

• School Sport Canterbury Downhill Racing – This is a 6-week downhill racing program run on Wednesday afternoons at the Christchurch Adventure Park.
• Development – These are supervised MTB sessions at either Halwell Quarry or the Christchurch Adventure Park.

Please note: Riders will also have the option to enter into Canterbury Secondary School, South Island Secondary School, and National Secondary School events during the year.

When: Wednesday afternoons, Terms 1 and 4

Time: 3:15pm-5:30pm

Venue: Can alternate between the Christchurch Adventure Park (CAP) and Halswell Quarry.

Uniform: Students are to wear the Rangi Ruru PE top and appropriate biking clothing/protective gear. Rangi Ruru Mountain Bike tops are also available to purchase from the Sports Office for $86.25 (optional).

Equipment: Riders MUST have their own Mountain Bike which is in sound mechanical condition and Helmet. Protective bike gear is recommended but optional (i.e elbow pads, gloves, neck brace and back protection).

Cost: $40 for a social rider (no competitions) per person per term plus transport costs OR approximately $70 for a competition rider per person per term, plus transport, plus other competitions.

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from the MTB venue on Wednesdays and/or transport can be arranged.
• Students are to indicate via their individual TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.

Year 9-13 student’s sign-up here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Available for students in years 7-13

When: Year 9-13 – Canterbury Secondary school events, South Island and National events; Year 7/8 – CAIMS, AIMS Games

Where: Various venues around Canterbury and New Zealand

Individuals and teams can enter these events.

You will need your own bike, helmet, wet suit/togs and Rangi Ruru sports uniform. Costs vary between $25-50 per person for each event. A Rangi Ruru Triathlon Suit can be purchased for approximately $270.

Sign-up when events are promoted to students via TEAMS.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available Year 7-13 students

Year 9-13 Netball

When: Saturdays and/or Wednesday afternoons terms 3 and 4

Where: Nga Puna Wai Indoor Centre on Saturdays and various venues on Wednesdays

You will need a Rangi Ruru netball dress, available from the uniform shop, and navy shorts to wear underneath. Saturday (including Supernet/Wednesday netball) costs between $210-$280 and Wednesday only Netball $40 per person per term. Trials are held in term 1, socials teams do not need a trial. Saturday comp starts end of April and there will be games during the holidays.

TRIALS (YR 9-13):
All trials at school courts. Additional trials to occur during last week of Term 1, across all age groups

All Year 11-13: Wednesday 3 April (2:45-5:00pm), Thursday 4 April (3:30pm-6:00pm), Saturday 6 April (9:00am–12:00pm) and Monday 8 April (3:30pm-5:00pm). All trials will be held on the Rangi Netball Courts and the Elizebeth Reid Gym.

Yr 10 “Just Play”: Wednesday 3 April (2.45pm-5:00pm), Friday 5 April (3:30pm-5:30pm) and Saturday 6 April (9:00am-12:00pm). All trials will be held on the Rangi Netball courts and Kerrs Gym.
Yr 9 “Just Play”: Wednesday 20 March (2.45-4.30pm), Thursday 21 March (3:30-5:30pm) and Saturday 23 March (9:00-12:00pm). All trials will be held on the Rangi Netball courts and Kerrs Gym.

Year 9-13 student’s sign-up for netball trials here

Year 7/8 Netball

Information will be available in Term 2. Teams will play in the Tuesday CAIMS competition.

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for Year 9-13 students

When: October-March, trainings in the morning and after school 5 times per week in terms 1 & 4

Where: Trainings at Kerrs Reach, Rangi Ruru and Regattas at Twizel. The Maadi Cup alternates between Twizel and Cambridge each year. Selection is required for the Maadi team.

A race is 2000m with up to 7 other crews in a race. In a boat there will be rowers and in some boats a coxswain.

Rowing is a sport which requires a large amount of commitment, Year 9’s are unable to row in term 1 but can join in term 4.

Cost: $5000 per season gold sheeted at $833.50 over 6 months plus additional costs if selected into the New Zealand National Secondary Schools Championships team (Maadi Cup).

Uniform: You will need the Rangi Rowing compulsory uniform and your own bike. For learn to row, Rangi PE gear is sufficient.

Sign-ups for Learn to Row open at the end of Term 3.

Leader: Olivia Ling

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Rugby 1^st XV (combined team with other schools) and is played on a Wednesday afternoon from 3.30pm-5.00pm in Terms 2 and 3.  Rugby 7’s tournament is in Term 4.

Where: Rugby 1^st XV trainings are held on the Rangi Ruru school field and games are played at Burnside Park each week on a Wednesday.  The Sports Office is exploring the option of attending a rugby tournament during Winter Tournament Week in Term 3.

Rugby 7’s is tournament based at various venues in Christchurch and trainings are once a week on the Rangi field in Term 4. Nationals is in Tauranga in early December, and we must qualify to attend.

Commitment to all trainings is vital, particularly for new players to the sport so they can learn safe contact techniques.

Cost: For both rugby and rugby 7’s players must have their own boots, shorts, socks and mouth guard. Tops are provided. Rugby – $40 per person per term for Term 2 and 3 plus transport costs and tournament fees. Rugby 7s – $40 for Term 4 plus transport costs and tournament fees.

Sign-up for Rugby trials here.

Sign-ups open for Rugby 7s at the end of Term 3.

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for year 7-13 students

When: Tuesdays 7:15am – 8:15am all year round (Term 1-4)

Where: Meet outside the Kerrs gym at 7.15am

The “Tuesday Running Group” with Gabi Newman (Rangi Ruru Running Coach), is every Tuesday at 7.20am outside the Rangi Ruru gym. The sessions cover long distance (off site) and sprint training (onsite). Extra sessions can be organised for field events etc. Caters for beginners through to senior athletes.

Cost: $40 per term per person.

Years 7-13 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Brooks

Available for year 9-13 students

When: Events only and generally in Term 3

Where: Mt Hutt Ski Field

Skiing and snowboarding are event-based sport options at Rangi. You will need to be a competent skier/snowboarder to sign up to enter the competitions on offer. Support is provided to attend the Canterbury Secondary School Snowsports events. Students who wish to compete at a South Island or National level for school will need to be entered through school and will need whānau support and supervision to attend.

Cost: Entry fees plus any transport organised through school.

Sign-up when events are promoted to students via TEAMS and on the Sport page on The Hub

Leader: Mrs Stanton

Available for year 9-13 students

Options:

Strength and conditioning sessions for our Senior A/ first teams will be confirmed after trials. The bellow options are for any students that would like to attend a circuit/speed class.

Morning Mahi: This is a circuit class every Friday morning from 7:35-8:15am in the Atawhai Fitness centre. Caters for all fitness levels. Cost: $5 per person per session. Runs in Term 1 and Term 4

Feed the Cats: These are speed and strength classes on a Tuesday and Thursday from 7:15-8:30am in the Atawhai Gym. Caters for all abilities. Cost: $5 per person per session

When: Various times all year round (Term 1-4)

Where: School fitness centre, Reid or Kerrs Gym and/or school field

A key focus of all strength & conditioning (S&C) sessions is injury prevention. Ensuring student athletes are physically prepared for the demands of the sport(s) they play is key in helping to minimise injury and maximise participation. While S&C sessions can be targeted at specific teams and codes, all students are able to attend. No specific uniform is required – but all students must wear sports shoes and have their own drink bottle.

Cost: Charged at the end of Term 1, Terms 2&3, Term 4, the cost is $5 per session attended.

Year 9-13 students sign-up here for Morning Mahi and/or Feed the Cats

Leader: Ross Kennedy

Available for year 7-13 students

When: Tuesday’s afternoons, Terms 1 and 4

Where: Sumner Beach – Corner of Stoke Street and The Esplanade

Time: 4:30-6:30pm

Transport: A bus will transport students to/from Sumner Beach departing Rossall Street Bus stop at 3:40pm and returning back to school at approx. 7:00pm. Students can also choose to make their own way to/from Sumner Beach.

Equipment: Participants will need togs, towel but a wetsuit and board are provided.

Cost: The cost is $162.50 for 5 lessons plus transport costs (bus hire) in Term 1. Term 4 will be a similar cost but won’t be confirmed until the end of Term 3.

Please note: This is designed as a “learn-to-surf” program. If you are interested in competing, please inform the sports office, and we will be happy to guide you.

This is a highly sought after sport and spots are limited so get in quick! Priority will be given to students in Year 9-13 over those in Year 7-8.

Years 7-13 students sign up here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Available for year 7-13 students

When: Trainings available for non-club swimmers on Monday afternoons in Terms 1 & 4

Where: Rangi Ruru pool and competition pools in and around Christchurch

Cost: $5 per session

The Monday sessions are for non-club swimmers at any level. They focus on building endurance and improving style by using a variety of drills and skills. A minimum of 40 lengths is swum during the session. You will need your own togs, goggles and cap.

Events for competitive swimmers are throughout the year. Year 9-13 Swimmers who wish to enter school, Canterbury, SISS, NZSS Swimming Champs/NAGs can do so. Entry costs apply.

Years 7-13 students sign-up here

Leader:  Ms Joyce

Available for year 7-13 students

Year 9-13 Tennis

When: Games are on Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30pm in Terms 1 and Term 4
Coaching – Wednesday afternoons and/or Thursday mornings in Terms 1 and 4

Where: Rangi Ruru tennis courts and various venues in and around Christchurch.

Equipment: All players will need their own tennis racquet, balls are provided.

Rangi Tennis Programme:

Premier Team – This is our top tennis team which trains twice a week on Tuesday and Friday mornings, with Remi Feneon (Rangi Ruru tennis coach). Games are from 3.15pm-5pm at Wilding Park on Wednesday afternoons. Cost approximately $50 per person per term plus tournament fees/costs.

Competitive Tennis Teams (Year 9-13, Interclub level players) – Games from 3.15pm on Wednesday afternoons, at various venues in and around Christchurch. Teams will be put together based on try-outs. The top competitive team will make up the wider Premier Tennis Squad and train with the Premier team on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Other competitive teams can opt into weekly coaching to be held one afternoon a week, numbers dependant. Must wear Rangi Ruru PE uniform and subs are $40 per player per term plus transport costs.

Competitive level coaching is available on a Tuesday from 3:30-4:30pm on the Rangi Tennis Courts. Cost is $90 per session which will be split between the students who register. These sessions will be run by Remi Feneon (Rangi Ruru Tennis Coach) or one of his coaches.

Note – Players will be selected from the wider Premier Squad to represent Rangi at the various tennis tournaments held in terms 1 and 4.

Social Tennis Teams (Year 9-13) – Games from 3.15pm on Wednesday afternoons, at various venues in and around Christchurch. Students can submit their own team of up to 6 players, or teams will be put together from registrations. Must wear Rangi Ruru PE uniform and subs are $40 per player per term plus transport costs.

Learn to Play – Wednesday afternoon (3:00-4:00pm) coaching lessons on the Rangi Ruru courts with Remi Feneon (Rangi Ruru tennis coach) or one of his coaches. This is open to Year 9-13 students (all abilities) who want a group tennis lesson (no matches/competition). Cost is approximately $90 a lesson which will be split between the students who register (total of 6 group lessons).

Tennis Try-Out sessions are as below:

• Premier Squad ONLY (no social players): Friday, 2 February 7:15-8:30am on the Rangi Ruru tennis courts.
• Competitive players (no social players) need to attend the following session so we can confirm team selections: Wednesday, 7 February 2:45-4:00pm on the Rangi Ruru tennis courts.

Note – Social and learn to play tennis players do not need to attend the try-out sessions.

Year 9-13 student’s sign-up here.

Leader: Miss Potter

Year 7/8 Tennis

When: Tennis Coaching – Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30pm in Terms 1 and Term 4

Where: Rangi Ruru tennis courts and various venues in and around Christchurch.

Equipment: All players will need their own tennis racquet, balls are provided.

Remi Feneon (Rangi tennis coach) or one of his coaches. This is open to Year 7-13 students (all abilities) who want a group tennis lesson to develop their tennis skills. Cost is $90 each lesson which will be split between the students who register.

Year 7/8 students sign-up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

Year 9-13 Touch

When: Wednesday afternoons in Terms 1 and 4.

Where: Various fields in and around Christchurch.

Time: Senior social teams and all Junior teams usually play between 3:00-4:00pm while the Super Touch games are played between 4:00pm-5:30pm. The Super Touch team will also play in the Belfast Touch competition out at Sheldon Park and game times will be between 6:30-8:30pm.

Training: Training times vary for competitive teams and social teams can request to have team training’s.

Uniform:

• Super Touch and Junior Premier Touch teams: Will be issued a Touch top at the start of the season. Players will need to purchase Rangi Ruru spandex shorts from the Sports Office at a cost of $45. Super touch players will be required to play games in Touch Boots while it is optional but highly recommended for Junior Premier Touch players.
• Senior B and Social teams: Rangi Ruru PE uniform (P.E top and navy shorts), white socks and sports shoes for all games.

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from Touch games or there will be taxis/school vans offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their individual TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return to Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Cost:

• Super Touch team: $50 per player per term, plus transport, Strength and Conditioning, Belfast Module, Rangi Ruru Spandex, and tournament fees.
• Junior Premier Touch teams: $50 per player per term, plus transport, Strength and Conditioning, Belfast Module, and tournament fees.
• Senior B and Social teams: $40 per player per term, plus transport costs.

Sign up to play Social Touch– Year 9-13 Social Touch players can individually sign up and we will add you to a team once entries close OR send your team list through to Mrs Sinclair via TEAMS chat. Team lists will need to be emailed to Mrs Sinclair by Friday, 9 February. Social teams require a minimum of 8 players and a maximum of 16 players. Furthermore, social teams must appoint/find a team manager who will attend ALL games. Team managers can be two year 13 students, a teacher, or a parent/caregiver.

Touch Trials:

Year 9-13 ‘HAVE A GO’ Session: Wednesday, 31 January 2:30pm-4:00pm.

Touch Trials (2 sessions): Wednesday, 7 February: 2:30pm – 5:00pm.

Year 9-13 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Year 7/8 Friday Touch

When: Friday after school

Where: St. Andrews College

Time: 4:20pm-5:00pm

Trainings: TBC

Cost: $40 per student

Transport: TBC

Friday after school at STAC. Continuation of the competition that was offered in Term 4. New players welcome and one team training per week. Start date TBC.

Year 7/8 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

Year 9-13 Volleyball

Students have the option to engage in either social or competitive Volleyball.

When: Monday afternoons in Terms 1 and Term 4

Where: Home games are played in the Rangi Atawhai gym while away games can be played at various school gyms and indoor stadiums in and around Christchurch

Time: Senior games are usually played between 6pm-9pm and Junior games are usually played between 4pm-6pm.

Training: Training times vary for competitive teams and social teams can request to have team training’s.

Uniform:

• The Senior A and the Junior A teams: Will be issued a volleyball top at the start of the season. Players will need to purchase Rangi Ruru spandex shorts from the Sports Office at a cost of $45 and knee pads are optional to wear.
• Senior B and Social teams: Rangi Ruru PE uniform (P.E top and navy shorts), white socks and sports shoes for all games. Knee pads are optional for players to wear.

Transport:

• Students can either make their own way to/from Volleyball games or there will be taxis/school van offered to students who need transport.
• Students are to indicate via their individual TEAMS chat pages if they require transport each week.
• Taxis will depart/return to Rhodes Street (outside the front of the boarding house) and the school van will depart/return to Rossall Street entrance (opposite hockey turf).

Cost: $40 per player per term, plus weekly transport costs and tournament fees. Senior A is $50 per person per term plus transport plus tournament fees. Rangi Ruru spandex shorts $45

Sign up to play Social Volleyball – Year 9-13 Social Volleyball players can individually sign up and we will add you to a team once entries close OR send your team list through to Miss Hopcroft via TEAMS chat by Friday, 9 February. Social teams require a minimum of 8 players and a maximum of 10 players. Furthermore, social teams must appoint/find a team manager who will attend ALL games. Team managers can be two year 13 students, a teacher, or a parent/caregiver.

Volleyball Trials:

Senior A Trials (Year 11-13 only): Thursday, 1 February 3:30pm-5:00pm in the Atawhai Gym.

Junior Trials (year 9/10): Thursday, 8 February 3:30-5:00pm in the Atawhai Gym.

Year 9-13 students sign up here

Leader: Miss Hopcroft

Year 7/8 KiwiVolleyball (updating)

KiwiVolley is a modified game for Year 7-8 children which can be played indoors, on grass or the sand.

Canterbury Volleyball runs leagues in Term 1 and 4. This league combines both skills and games – perfect for those starting out in Volleyball.

When: Wednesdays (6x sessions)

Location: St Margarets College Gym or Rangi Ruru Kerrs Gym

Dates: To be confirmed

Time: 4:15pm to 5:45 pm

Year 7/8 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

Year 9-13 Water Polo

When: Term 1 – open competition, games played on either Tuesday (A Grade) between 7:15-9:30pm or Wednesday (B Grade) between 4pm and 9:30pm. Term 4 – Year 9 and 10 competition only with games played on Tuesday evenings, between 7:17pm and 9:30pm.

Where: Trainings – Rangi Ruru School pool, either before or after school; Games – Jellie Park and/or Taiora QEII

No experience needed but a good swimming ability is a big advantage.

Players will need their own togs and swimming cap. Water polo caps and balls are provided.

The Senior A team will attend a SISS and national tournament in Term 1. In Term 4, the junior team may attend a SISS Junior tournament.  Additional costs are involved in attending tournaments.

Cost: $100 per person per term, plus pool entry and transport costs. Rangi Ruru Water Polo Togs are available to purchase from the Sports Office for $110 (compulsory for attending tournaments).

Shoot around sessions:

Open Play for NEW to Rangi and/or Water Polo (year 9-13): Tuesday, 30 January 5:30-6:30pm in the Rangi pool.

Open Play for ALL players (year 9-13): Wednesday, 31 January and Thursday, 8 February at 5:30-6:30pm in the Rangi Pool.

Year 9-13 students sign up here

Leader: Ms Anderson

Year 7/8 Water Polo

When: Friday after school/evenings

Where: Jelly Park

A potential to move to Monday night if the team moves into the C/D grade. One team training session per week in the Rangi pool during terms 1 and 4 (day TBC). Cost is approx. $90 and own togs required.

Year 7/8 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Sinclair

Available for year 7-13 students

What: Our yoga classes will combine movement to increase flexibility and strength, with relaxation and breathwork to foster wellbeing. Your instructor is Tania who is an experienced instructor who is currently teaching in schools and sport organisations in Christchurch.

When: Thursday morning between 7.30-8.15am.

Where: Room R2 at school (Rossall Street building).

Cost: $12.50 per session and runs all year (Terms 1-4). There are approximately 8 sessions per term.

Years 7-13 students sign up here

Leader: Mrs Brooks