The Committee

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John Youle

Chair

Oversee club activities by coordinating and supporting other committee members, ensure that committee decisions are implemented effectively, and represent the club in its dealings with external organisations.

Ben Abell

Cheif Coach

Oversee all coaching within the club, recruit, support and develop an effective coaching team, and organise training and awareness events for members.

Chris Dervin

Membership Secretary

Look after the interests of pilots who are new to the club, provide a welcoming and informative point of contact for new members, and can be contacted on 07921 236682.

Dave Luff

Treasurer

Maintain the club’s accounts and finances, and produce financial reports as required for the committee and the AGM.

Andy Gilbert

Web Master

Maintain, develop, and support the website, assist with other technology used to run the club, and work closely with the Newsletter and Communications Officer to deliver effective content and communications across all channels.

Wayne Smith

PG Safety

Responsible for safety of paraglider pilots within the club. In charge of accident and incident reports.

Gordon Rigg

HG Liasion

Ensure the interests of HG pilots are represented.

Chris Breeds

Competitions

Encourage members to participate in local and national competitions, and liaise with competition organisers who wish to run events on DSC sites.

helen gant

Social Secretary

Organising events like the dinner and BBQ, educational talks, informal pub meets, curry nights and plenty more!

Site Officers

Stuart Harvey

Mam Tor

Liaise with landowners, make members aware of site rules, and handle rule infringements and disputes.

Neil Furmidge

Eyam & DLGC Liaison

Liaise with landowners, make members aware of site rules, and handle rule infringements and disputes.

Jan Erik

Stanage

Liaise with landowners, make members aware of site rules, and handle rule infringements and disputes.