The Committee
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.