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Helping to spread the word about Leisure Marching in NZ
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Over 100 teams make up Leisure Marching in New Zealand with well over 1000 marchers. Teams are of "mature" ladies and meet at various events hosted by local teams throughout the country for a day of: a march past parade, individual team routines winding up with a serpentine or maze march with all teams on the floor. Teams can be formed by any number of keen people for marching, fitness, friendship and fun. It is non competitive.

There is no National Body. Hosting of the major events - North Island, South Island and the Nationals are decided by delegates from each team.

What's Going On:


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Makeover

The web site has had a bit of a colour change makeover and some tidy up changes. Hope you like it. Contact us if anything you are not happy with or have any suggested improvements.   Several changes throughout this home page.

The top montage of teams image will change from time to time if fresh photos of teams in action are received.

A new special page listing of completed events where photos available - see Events Photos

Team and events pages no longer have site photos at the top.

Feel free to contribute newsy stuff to the site.


National Display day  - New Plymouth  4-5 March 2011

Don't forget - Registration closes 3/12/10.  Registration Form here.


North Island Display Day 2010

A reminder to teams not yet registered that the close off date is 14 May 2010 (last postmark date accepted).
If any teams think they may have new members who wish to be included after the close off date, please register your team with their present number. Late registrations will be accepted for those, at $8 per person, up until 1st August.

2010 North Island Display Day - Tauranga - 18 September 2010

July Newsletter - The Draw - Stadium Floor Plan available    

Details here incl Newsletters and Order Form for Badges - Lunches etc


Kapiti Gold Coasters Day 7 August 2010

If you have registered please note the Secretary's address is now 42A Makora Otaihanga - If contact needed ring 027 505 0535 till phone transferred.


The Kapiti Gold Coast Team have 15 red tartan tunics for sale, with a cream shirt that goes under them, they are wanting $30 for a set (shirt/tunic).

These uniforms are still in very good condition and the sizes range from size 10 up to a 20.

If anyone is interested or has any questions they can contact myself on 0274 303 599, (04) 2970740 or m.bishop@xtra.co.nz

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Some History of Leisure Marching.

One of the originals has supplied some information on the formation of leisure Marching and it can be seen here.

Additions are welcome to ensure its'  history can be recorded.


National Display - Christchurch

The Kapiti Gold Coast Leisure Marchers would like to congratulate the organisers of the Nationals in Christchurch for the wonderful job they did in the DVD record of the weekend. We received our copy (5 DVD's in total) of the entire weekend and are very impressed with what we received. The editing is very professional and the detailed list on the back cover makes watching certain items a breeze.

Well done to everyone involved, great job.

Regards
Kapiti Gold Coasters


National Display - Christchurch - Information Wanted

Anyone who ordered and paid for a photo of the current and ex Marching Judges
at the recent Leisure Nationals, please contact Jan Hoad at trevor.hoad@xtra.co.nz  with their name and address and the photo will be forwarded on. Those who gave me their names and address were Dianne Blair, Susan Lehne, Jan Hoad, Rose Hamilton, Penny Nielson.

(Jan currently has 3 photos without an owner!!)
(9/4/10)


Marchers Wanted
Rauoterangi Royals are based in the Kapiti area and are looking for new members - if you are interested or know of some one who is, give Gaye Campbell a call  - 04 293 8722 or email kevgaye@xtra.co.nz
(6/4/10)
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WANTED

A marcher in the North Island is seeking a pair of secondhand pair of leisure marching boots size 8.

Contact: m.bishop@xtra.co.nz or ring 0274 303 599.


New Leisure Marching team

The Hauraki Plains Mystery Makers are starting up as a new team in Ngatea and are looking for new members. Anyone wishing to Join Ph Sharleen 027 475 3510


The Glengyle Leisure Marching Team is a new team started up in Mt Maunganui. New team members would be welcome. They practice on Monday and Wednesday nights.
Contact Diane Arthur 07 572 0859 email dikeith@kinect.co.nz    see Web Page


Marching Boots 
We have been advised of the following contacts for boots:   Robert Tudman  tudman@xtra.co.nz    Phone 09 4862531


Marching Uniforms

Can any teams make recommendations where uniforms can be made/obtained. Enquires are received for this info from time to time.        

We are advised of one manufacturer which may be worth checking out - Levin Apparel  mtsapparel@xtra.co.nz


Have a look at:  http://www.lawnchairdads.com/index.asp a USA site of The Precision Lawn Chair Marching Dads, a group of Illinois businessmen that get together on a normal basis to entertain parade goers and get some exercise. The Photo Gallery is great.


Help with Marching:
For enquires regarding Leisure Marching, it's protocols, forming/joining teams etc., Julie Crombie coach of the Happy Hookers Levin, is available to assist.
Contact her: 


Display Dates:
Please send your marching dates (and Registration forms for display days where applicable) to for inclusion in the calendar in the site.


Newsletter:
A newsletter "LINK" is produced 4 times per year. Teams can submit articles about their activities together with information regarding their events days if any. Submissions to the editor: Email: Lynne Ross.


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page updated: 30-Jul-10