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Itinerary Specially Prepared for

THE ARMIDALE SCHOOL
Soak it Up 100% Pure New Zealand Rugby Tour July 2016

WELCOME
Welcome to Karen Hutton, Michael Holland, Todd Currell and the
2016 touring team from TAS. Way back in 2008 we welcomed TAS
into our network for the first time and we are still doing so. It is
always a pleasure and an exchange we very much look forward to. I
hope that you will have as much fun and learning that the previous
groups have had and return home enamoured with New Zealand, the
people and the game of rugby.

INTRODUCTORY NOTES
Weather: July is winter weather, which means it can be very cold. Temperatures
range from minus degrees in the mornings to 14 degrees during the day (on a good
day!)
Grounds: Grounds may be very wet. At times they are closed because of flooding. If
grounds are closed all effort will be made to find alternative venues. On the rare
occasion this is not possible the game may have to be cancelled. You should ensure
that all players have long studs in their boots. 18mm is recommended. Backs may
prefer shorter studs but blades, will, in most cases, be ineffective.

Game protocol: Most schools in New Zealand have their own haka and it is common
practice for the host school to perform the haka for overseas visiting teams. This is
meant as a challenge and it is up to the visiting team to accept it as they wish.
Generally, the team facing the challenge will line up on their own 10m line and
front up. This is seen as the most respectful. Three cheers are performed at the
end of the match and players shake hands with the opposition. Some clubs will
perform a haka but it is less common than with school teams. It pays to ask before
the game starts whether there will be a haka. Some teams may perform their haka
at the end of the game.
Mouthguards: Mouthgurards are compulsory at all levels of rugby in New Zealand.
The ref will inspect that you have a mouthguard at the start of the game.
Rugby Rules: Crutch binding in the scrums and lifting in the lineout is permitted in
New Zealand age group rugby.
After match Arrangements: It is customary in New Zealand rugby to have an after
match function for special visiting teams. It is a tradition we are keen to maintain.
The after match is generally held at the hosts clubrooms or school. Speeches are
made by the MC and respective captains. Often the visiting coach or manager is
also invited to speak. There is always an exchange of gifts. This can take the form
of a plaque/pendant, club or school ties, players jersey, touring booklet, pins/
badges, beanies or something else that has been prepared. Food is then served.
First Aid: It is not compulsory to have a first aid officer at every game. Initial first
aid is generally administered by coaching and/or management staff. Emergency
services are available for more serious injuries. The emergency number in New
Zealand is 111. There are after hours medical services available in all main centres.
If medical treatment is required because of an accident, the Accident Compensation
Commission pays for initial treatment, although a surcharge is required to be paid
by the patient. Total Rugby will assist with coordinating medical services including
physiotherapy. It is expected that tour groups will have their own travel insurance
to cover medical expenses. Operators of tourist services have their own policies
regarding health and safety and issues arising should be managed directly with
them.
Queenstown:
Queenstown Medical Centre 9 Isle Street
Queenstown
Phone 03 441 0500
Christchurch
24 Hour Surgery
931 Colombo Street (corner Colombo Street & Bealey Avenue)
Phone 03 365 7777

Equipment: Total Rugby has a number of training balls available. Please make an
early request for other specific equipment if required as it is possible to source a
range of gear.
Ice: Ice for sideline treatment of injuries is available from nearly all service stations
and supermarkets. It is recommended that teams bring an insulated container for
storing ice at matches.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included daily throughout your itinerary.
Breakfasts are continental (typically cereal, toast and spreads, tea/coffee), lunches
are packed and are to be collected each day as you leave breakfast, dinners are two
course (main course and dessert). Please note dinner and breakfast are not
included on the night the players are billeted, a packed lunch will be available on
arrival at Adams House.
Itinerary Times: All the times shown on this itinerary have been booked and
confirmed with the accommodation providers and activity operators. For meal time
changes please liaise directly with the hotel. If you wish to change timings for any
activities or find you are running behind schedule please contact Total Rugby so
that we can inform the operator
Vouchers: On your arrival your tour leader will be given a voucher booklet
containing the vouchers you will be required to hand over to our operators for the
various activities included in your tour.
Laundry: Self-service coin operated laundry facilities are available at your
Queenstown Hotel. Villas at Terrace Downs are equipped with washing machines
and dryers for self use. A full laundry service is provided at Adams House.
Security/valuables: This is your own responsibility. Valuables have been stolen
before. Please never assume that it will be okay to leave valuables unattended or
gear rooms unlocked. Every attempt will be made to assist you with your own
security.
Liaison: Total Rugby staff will be available 24 hours. Please use the cell phone
numbers on this page. Our staff will not always be with you during your activities
but we will check in with you each day, either in the evening to discuss the days
events and go over the next day, or in the morning. There are other people who are
also available to assist in most centres you will visit. They will either be the local
Total Rugby Coordinator or someone appointed by Total Rugby.
Luggage: Due to coach luggage capacity it is requested that each person is limited
to one suitcase and one carry-on bag. If your luggage is going to exceed this please
advise Total Rugby prior to your arrival.
Rugby Boots: New Zealand has very strict biosecurity regulations, during your flight
please complete the Passenger Arrival Card supplied by the airline with care and
ensure rugby boots are clean prior to your departure.

Gear:
We recommend everyone brings two towels with them. Towels are not
provided at Adams House
Swim wear and towel will be required at Tekapo Springs Hot Pools.
Ski Day: Suitable jackets and pants are essential and can be hired on the mountain
on the day and paid direct. Everyone will need a woollen hat/beanie and waterproof
gloves. Jeans are not recommended.

TUESDAY 05 JULY
SYDNEY/QUEENSTOWN
1115 Arrive Queenstown on board JQ223
On completion of customs and immigration formalities you will be met by
your Pacific Tourways coach driver who will transfer you to central
Queenstown.
Time for lunch at the world famous Fergburger (own arrangements) and a
walk around central Queenstown
1430 Transfer from central Queenstown to check in to check in to Goldridge Resort
where accommodation has been confirmed for 3
nights.
Accommodation: Goldridge Resort
594 Frankton Road
Queenstown
Phone: 03 442 6500

1515 Depart hotel by coach for the Queenstown Event Centre where field 5
has been booked for a training session to be run by your own staff
(3:30pm-5:00pm)
At the foot of the Remarkables mountain
range, the Queenstown Events Centre is
undoubtedly one of the most scenic rugby
grounds and sports venues in the world:
international cricket has been played at the
ground, and it was a host venue and training
ground for Rugby World Cup teams.

1715 Return to the hotel at the conclusion of your training session

1900 Dinner at your accommodation
WEDNESDAY 06 JULY
QUEENSTOWN/WANAKA/QUEENSTOWN
0800 Breakfast at your hotel. Please collect your packed lunches as you leave
breakfast.
0915 Depart your hotel by coach.
0945 SHOTOVER JET
Take a unique breathtaking ride through the dramatic and narrow Canyons,
and hold on tight for Queenstownss only exhilarating full 360 degree spins.
Can you handle the Canyons? with award winning Shotover Jet. The only
company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River canyons.
PLEASE NOTE GROUP 1 (14 PEOPLE) ARE BOOKED TO CHECK IN AT
09:45, ON THE WATER AT 10:15; GROUP 2 (12 PEOPLE ARE BOOKED
TO CHECK IN AT 10:00, ON THE WATER AT 10:30. IT IS IMPORTANT
THAT YOU ARRIVE ON TIME
Group Leader to present voucher

Return to your hotel for match preparation

1315 Depart Goldridge Resort by coach for Wanaka, venue for todays match
1530 TAS Vs Mt Aspiring College
Mt Aspiring College is a co-ed school with a roll of 840 students. MAC
have been hosting TAS for some years now and a strong relationship
has developed between the two groups. Hamish Crosbie has been

welcoming TAS groups to MAC for the past few seasons and is still in
charge of the schools rugby programme.
The match will be followed by an aftermatch function, supporters and
family are invited to attend.
1745 Depart Wanaka to return to your Queenstown accommodation
1930 Dinner at Goldridge Resort
THURSDAY 07 JULY
QUEENSTOWN
0645 Early breakfast at your hotel. Please pick up your packed lunches as
you leave breakfast.
0730 Depart by coach for a day on the slopes.
CORONET PEAK SKI FIELD/REMARKABLES SKI FIELD
Only 20 minutes (approx.) drive from central Queenstown, Coronet
Peak is one of New Zealands most popular ski resorts due to its varied
terraine and superb facilities.

Included in your beginner ski day package is a 1.5 hour lesson, hire of ski/
snowboard and boots and a lift pass and helmet hire. Please note ski pants
and jackets can also be hired (payable direct). Lesson is booked for 9:00am
Return to your accommodation by coach at the end of your ski day,
please arrange departure time from the mountain directly with your
driver.
1830 Dinner at Goldridge Resort

RIDAY 08 JULY
QUEENSTOWN/TERRACE DOWNS
0800 Breakfast at your hotel
0930 Check out of Goldridge Resort. Depart by coach for Skylines
Queenstown gondola and its time to head up the mountain
1000 SKYLINE GONDOLA AND LUGE
Reputed to be the steepest lift in the Southern Hemisphere, the gondola
carries visitors high above Queenstown to the Skyline complex located on
Bobs Peak. Numerous observation decks around the complex offer
breathtaking views of Coronet Peak & The Remarkables, over Queenstown
and across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil & Walter Peaks. Truly magnificent and
awe-inspiring. Once you are at the top its time to hit the luge track - the
scenery's a blur! Hurtle down a winding downhill track through the trees.
Race through the bends, or pull in for a breather and enjoy the panorama.
Burn it up on the advanced track or cruise sedately down the scenic track.
Then hop on the chairlift and do it all again. Skyline Luge - it's 800 metres of
fast-paced freedom. Once is never enough!
Your package includes gondola, 2 luge rides per person and buffet lunch at
the Skyline Restaurant. Lunch is booked for 12 midday
Group Leader to present voucher

1300 Depart Queenstown heading north, your journey will take you through the
MacKenzie Country and the hydro lakes that produce much of New Zealand's
electricity. On a fine day stop for views of Aoraki Mt Cook - New Zealands
highest mountain. Time to enjoy a short visit (one hour) at the hot pools at
Tekapo Springs. Swim wear and towels will be required.
Group Leader to present voucher

Continue on to Terrace Downs Resort where accommodation has been

confirmed for 2 nights.
Accommodation: Terrace Downs Resort
Coleridge Road, Windwhistle
Canterbury
Phone: (03) 318 6943
Your accommodation will be in 5 star two and three
bedroom chalets.

Winner of the 2010 World Travel Awards as New

Zealand's leading golf resort, Terrace Downs offers inhouse and casual visitors a unique one-stop New Zealand getaway
destination located just twenty minutes from the Mt Hutt access road and
within an easy hour's scenic drive of Christchurch International
Airport. Perched on the edge of the spectacular Rakaia River, the Resort
boasts stunning views up to Mt Hutt and is within close proximity to
various ski fields.

2000 Dinner this evening at Terrace Downs Resort

SATURDAY 09 JULY
TERRACE DOWNS
0800 Breakfast at your hotel your packed lunches will be available to collect at
breakfast.
Today you will be joined by elite Canterbury level coaches who will conduct
your Total Rugby Training Experiences. There will be a two hour session in
the morning and a second two hour session in the afternoon. Terrace Downs
Resort boasts its own rugby field and has been used previously as a training
base by the All Blacks. The snow covered mountain backdrop and fresh
country air will make for a unique training situation.

Session 1: 9:30 am to 11:30am

John Haggart: Assistant Coach NZ Under 19 1994,1995, 1996
Assistant Coach NZ Under 21 1997, 1998, 1999. Senior Club
Coach Dunedin 1998, 1999. Otago Senior B coach 1998, 1999.
Head Coach Sannix Japan 2000, 2001, 2002. Otago Provincial
assistant coach 2004, 2005. Highlanders defence coach 2004,
2005. Canterbury backs coach 2006, 2007, 2008. Position: No 10
Played Otago 119 caps 1983 1991.
Coach Lincoln University Seniors 2010-2016 (Won competition in
2015)
Current: Assistant coach with Canterbury NPC and Director of Crusader
International High Performance Unit.
Dave Perrin
2005 2016

COACHING NEW ZEALAND RUGBY

UNION
age group coach and selector plus
Regional Coach Development Manager
South Island
2010 2012
COACHING FACILITATOR AND SKILLS
ADVISOR to Hawaii, Shanghai and Brazil
Rugby
2011 Present LINCOLN UNIVERSITY RUGBY CLUB
IRB / New Zealand
IRB Accredited Trainer
IRB Coach Educator, NZRU/IRB Level 3/4
Accredited Coach

Session 2: 1:00 pm to

3:00pm

Hugh Galvan
Senior Lecturer of Sport Coaching and Physical Education at
University of Canterbury College of Education. Massey Rugby
Practicum top graduate 2001. Canterbury Under 19 Head
Coach 2006, 2007, 2008. Canterbury B Provincial (forward
Coach). 2010 - 2014. Coached Div 3 National Provincial
Championship 2003, 2004 International Rugby Board (IRB)
Coach Trainer for the Pacific/Asia 2006 - 2016 (2 in NZ)
New Zealand Rugby Union Resource Coach 2006, - 2016.
NZRU Massey Rugby Practicum Course Facilitator. Hugh has recently been
working with the Samoan side where they played the Springboks in the
International Quadrangular final in 2013, coached them through 2014 and

took the team to the RWC in 2015.

Specialises in coach development, establishing culture - visions and
values, long term planning
Joe Maddock: Joe was appointed assistant coach for the
Canterbury ITM Cup team in 2015, which the team won the national
title. Joe has a huge amount of playing experience as a winger/
fullback. He has represented Canterbury, Crusaders, Bath, Saracens
and Benetton Rugby Treviso. Joe has also represented Canterbury in
Basketball.
The rest of today is free to enjoy the comforts of your resort.
1830 Dinner this evening at Terrace Downs
SUNDAY 10 JULY
TERRACE DOWNS/CHRISTCHURCH
0800 Breakfast at your hotel your packed lunches will be available to collect at
breakfast.
0930 Check out of Terrace Downs and depart by coach for Christchurch
Boys High School, venue for todays match.
1300 MATCH 2: The Armidale School Vs Christchurch Boys High School
CBHS is one of the leading rugby schools in New Zealand.
This school has produced the second highest number of All
Blacks (46) from any school in New Zealand. From the
2011 and 2015 RWC winning team there were 8 CBHS old
boys

The matches will be followed by an after match function.

Supporters and families are invited to attend.
1600 Players will meet their billets and depart with them for their
overnight stay
Staff to make own way to Christchurch City Park Motel where
accommodation is confirmed for this evening (room only)

MONDAY 11 JULY
CHRISTCHURCH
1100 Players to be dropped at Adams House by their billets this
morning where they will meet staff and check in for their final 3 tour
nights. A packed lunch will be ready for you on arrival at Adams
House.
Accommodation: Adams House Boarding Hostel
70 Harakeke Street
Christchurch
Phone 03 348 3307

Adams House is the boarding facility for Christchurch Boys High School. It
was completely rebuilt in 2001 and has had a recent extension early 2016. It
is now one of the most modern and effective boarding establishments in the
country
1300 Depart by coach for one of Christchurchs unique tourist attractions
where its time to get cold
1330 INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE
Established in 1992, the Antarctic Attraction is located in the heart of a
working Antarctic campus at Christchurch International Airport. It is from
here that many Antarctic missions are organized. With this in mind, the
Antarctic Attraction is designed to bring a powerful and memorable
experience of Antarctica to visitors in a fun, exciting and informative way.
Included in your admission is a ride on the Hagglund all terrain vehicle. Sit
back, hold on and experience travelling across rough terrain in this unique
and exciting machine This ride is the only one of its type in the world!! Watch
the Little Blue Penguins be hand fed and experience the 4D Movie.
Group leader to present voucher

1600 Return to Adams House by coach

1800 Dinner at the hostel
TUESDAY 12 JULY
CHRISTCHURCH
0730 This morning you will be joined for breakfast by celebrity New Zealand rugby
players. Learn about the life of a professional rugby player over breakfast,
there will be an opportunity for photographs and autographs.
Packed lunches will be available to collect after breakfast
Ryan Crotty
Ryan earned his first start for the Crusaders in 2009 against the
Western Force and scored his first Super Rugby try early in that
match.
He was selected for the Junior All Blacks in 2009. He was also a
member of the successful New Zealand Under-20 team at the
Junior World Championship in Wales in 2011 and captained the
team against Ireland.
He made his debut for the All Blacks, in the 4729 win against
Australia in Sydney on 17 August 2013. He scored the match
winning try against Ireland at the end of the All Blacks Northern
Tour to secure a 100% match winning year for the team.
In the 2014 Super Rugby season, Ryan took over as captain for many
of the games while Kieran Read was injured.
In 2015 he played two tests last year against Samoa in Apia and
Argentina in Christchuch and he has just completed a 3-0 series win
against the Welsh for the start of the 2016 season.
New Zealand Schools 2006
New Zealand U20 caps: 5
Canterbury caps: 66
Crusader caps: 103
New Zealand Schools caps: 5
Test caps: 18
Sam Whitelock
Sam has been an integral part of the Crusaders since his debut in
2010. Standing 68 he plays lock. He impressed All Black selectors
enough to make his debut for the national side in 2010, scoring
two tries in his first match against Ireland. In 2011 he was
selected for the All Blacks World Cup Squad and started every
game, except for the first pool match. He was a starting member
of the All Black squad in 2012, losing only one game for the
season. In 2013 he was an integral member of the All Blacks that

went through undefeated over the entire international season. A first for any
side in the professional era. He was part of the world championship winning
team in 2011 and 2015 and has recently completed a 3-0 series win against
the Welsh at the start of the 2016 international season.
Provincial Caps 19
Super Caps 92
Test Caps 76
Test Debut 2010 v Ireland
Test Points 20 (4t)
1000 Depart by coach for Rugby Park, training grounds for the Crusaders.
1030 CRUSADERS TRAINING
Spend 60 minutes at Rugby Park, home of the Crusaders.
This is the most successful rugby franchise in Super Rugby history.
Watch the team go through its paces and gain an understanding of
what it takes to be amongst the worlds elite players
(Subject to confirmation)

Return to Adams House last morning

1300 Your final Total Rugby Training Session (2 hours) with elite local coaches will
be held this morning at nearby grounds.
Hugh Galvan
Aaron Jones
Aaron has a long and interesting record of rugby coaching. He
has coached teams in the UK, Portugal and Ireland. He has
been in Canterbury for the past 3 years working with the
Canterbury Rugby Academy and as a resource coach for the
womens Black Ferns 7s team. He is a Level 3 accredited
coach.
Free time for the rest of the afternoon
1800 Dinner at Adams House

WEDNESDAY 13 JULY
CHRISTCHURCH
0800 Breakfast at Adams House. Please collect your packed lunches as you
leave breakfast.
0900 Depart by coach for a Christchurch city tour. You will see a city in recovery
following the earthquakes that rocked Canterbury during 2011 and 2012.
Most of the demolition of damaged buildings is now completed and the
rebuild is underway. The cost of the rebuild is currently estimated at more
than $40 billion!! Who can count the most road cones!!!

1100

Return briefly to Adams House

1145 Depart by coach for St Thomas College, venue for your final tour
match
1300 MATCH 3 Vs St Thomas College
St Thomas College is a State Integrated Catholic School for
boys with over 600 students from Year 7-13. Their 1st XV
play in the University Cup and they have a strong Island
influence in the school.
The match will be followed by an aftermatch function,
supporters and families are invited to attend
1530 Return by coach to Adams House
1830 Coach departs for Lone Star Restaurant Riccarton for your farewell tour
dinner
1900 Dinner at Lone Star Restaurant, Riccarton

LONE STAR RICCARTON

Lone Star is an iconic New Zealand restaurant chain with a cowboy theme, its
famous for providing quality with quantity using only the best & freshest local
produce. Its not only the size of the meals that are memorable - the service
too, is legendary! (set menu)

2100 Coach transfer to Adams House after dinner

THURSDAY 14 JULY
CHRISTCHURCH/SYDNEY
0330 A very early coach transfer from Adams House this morning for Christchurch
International Airport
0610 Depart Christchurch on board QF138
Your Tour Arrangements Terminate
We wish you a safe journey home