We Get Recreation, Sport and Leisure Projects Moving

RSL undertakes projects and offers strategic advice throughout Aotearoa to enable community well-being. We support organisations to make informed decisions when it comes to people, facilities, places and spaces.

  • Needs/Feasibility Studies

    We complete assessments on the viability of sporting and other community facilities, no matter what the size. Ranging from aquatic centres to indoor courts, high performance training centres to community centres and sports clubrooms we have it covered.

  • Spaces and Places Plans

    We complete a range of Local, Regional or National Facility Plans to understand the current state and future needs of sport and the communities that it operates in.

  • Strategy & Operational Support

    We help you close the loop and learn from the past before embarking in new directions. Reviewing previous strategy work allows us to help shape your planning processes for better results.

  • People & Programmes

    Having a facility without people using it is like having a new bike without a cyclist. We work with organisations to bring facilities to life. We offer programme solutions that will ensure facilities thrive.

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  • "Richard Lindsay's experience and insight delivers significant value to recreation and sport projects. He can contribute to international sporting facility planning or a local community pool and walkway development. His approach is particularly refreshing and engaging connecting to the range of stakeholders that contribute to this work. Whether your need is a detailed objective report or a philosophical discussion over a cup of tea I fully endorse Richard's capabilities."

    David Bailey – Recreation Services Manager – Christchurch City Council

  • "When it comes to consulting within the sport and recreations sector, it’s hard to go past Richard Lindsay. With over 20 years professional experience working in local and central government, combined with his working knowledge and understanding of both the sport and recreation systems, he’s an asset to any consultancy project. From facility development, to the formulation of strategy, or policy review, he’s done it all. His cost effective and pragmatic approach, combined with a customer focused, relatable manner makes him an asset to our sector."

    Julyan Falloon – Chief Executive, Sport Canterbury

  • "Richard is a passionate, committed, articulate and knowledgeable professional who will add value to any project. I thoroughly enjoy working with him and would not hesitate to work with him again if the opportunity arose."

    Alison Law, Parks And Recreation Manager, Kāpiti Coast District Council

  • “I must say it is a pleasure to work with a consultancy that is knowledgeable and able to deliver appropriate solutions in a timely manner.”

    Bill Steans, Parks and Recreation Manager, Timaru District Council

Latest Insights

Insights
Exciting News: Strengthening Our Team at Recreation Sport Leisure Consultancy  
Exciting News: Strengthening Our Team at Recreation Sport Leisure Consultancy  

Recreation Sport Leisure Consultancy (RSL) is delighted to announce a significant moment in our journey to better serve the sport and recreation sector. We extend a warm welcome to the team from Global Leisure Group (GLG) as they join RSL, marking the beginning of a new chapter in sport and recreation consultancy in Aotearoa.

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Recreation Aotearoa | Te Whai Oranga Aotearoa National Awards
Recreation Aotearoa | Te Whai Oranga Aotearoa National Awards

It was fantastic to see Te Tai Tokerau regional planning projects, including Kōkiri ai Te Waka Hourua – a region wide strategy for play, active recreation and sport, receiving recognition at last week’s Recreation Aotearoa | Te Whai Oranga Aotearoa National Awards for an outstanding research, planning or policy project.

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Community
Community

We sat down at the back of the church hall. It was a relatively foreign place. We were quietly asked for our gold coin “donation”; which is such a symbol of community participation.

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Sector Support

At RSL, we take immense pride in championing the vitality and progress of the recreation, sport, and leisure sector. The team at RSL has been involved in various capacities in the Sport and Recreation sector for over 30 years. Here are just some of the ways RSL supports the sector:

Internships

RSL provides internship opportunities for students studying in the sector. Internships are customised as much as possible toward a student’s interests and future career aspirations.

Sponsorships

RSL supports industry groups through sponsorship opportunities. RSL sees the value in industry professional development and networking and therefore sponsors the Recreation Aotearoa National Conference. RSL has also supported other industry groups through contributions of time or financial support.

Mentoring / Peer Support

Individuals within the RSL team actively contribute to the career development of many young professionals through mentoring, both formally and informally. RSL team members also actively participate in sector peer reviews and are often invited to serve on industry panels.

Let’s Get Things Moving

Email

Richard@rslc.nz
Anna@rslc.nz

Phone

021 274 6540

Postal Address

225 Copples Road, RD7
Rangiora 7477