The Role:
Looks after the general running of the club with the DO. Should be able to answer most questions or point you in the direction of someone who can.
Email:
Chairman@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
The sensible one - great when you need an instructor, not so good when trying to organise a night out on a school night. But can teach the kids a thing or two about stamina on an Otley Run... Easily recognised by her distinctive cry of ‘Daaaaaaane’.
Favourite Colour:
Green
Favourite Drink:
At the moment mulled wine, ask me in the summer and it will probably be cider
Favourite Food:
I love lasagne. I don't eat anything that lives in the sea!
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
A Northern lass’s adventures in the Blue
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Never (at least, not that I remember)
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Some may choose laser sight, I’d just settle for 20-20 vision
The Role:
DO has the job of overlooking all diving done within the club, all trips needing his approval before departure. Also has the delight of giving a speech at the annual ball.
Email:
DivingOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
The harbinger of doom
Favourite Colour:
Green
Favourite Drink:
Probably smoething classy like a Carlsberg
Favourite Food:
Chocolate mousse
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
How diving took over my life
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Five
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Definately being able to speak to animals - I just wouldn't be the most useful superhero in a crisis!
The Role:
The Training officer takes responsibility for the 30 or so new divers each year, training to BSAC Ocean and Sports Diver. This involves organisation of try dives, pool training, lectures, and open water training.
Email:
TrainingOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Winner of Best Male in a Wetsuit 2010-11. Also does a fantastic otter impression! Just don't get chocolate on his suit...
Favourite Colour:
Orange
Favourite Drink:
Cider
Favourite Food:
Meat and potato pie
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
The Otter: Uncovered
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Just the once. Pissed as a fart walking down an unlit street in some little French town
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Freeze time
The Role:
The Advanced Training Officer organises Dive Leader training (lectures and practical), as well as conversion courses for those already certified with PADI, CMAS, SAA etc.
Email:
AdvancedTrainingOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Linda you fox
Favourite Colour:
Turquoise
Favourite Drink:
G&T
Favourite Food:
Mash potato or sushi... Not together!
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Nearly, Not Quite, Maybe
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Can't quite put a number on it. This only happened after spending a year in Australia where everyone has swimming pools and you can't beat a 3am swim
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
I don't want a super power I want Bernard's watch (but stealing from a child isn't politically correct)
The Role:
Assists the Training Officer and the Advanced Training Officer as well as organising skill development courses.
Email:
AssistantTrainingOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Coral Major classier than the Queen
Favourite Colour:
Blue
Favourite Drink:
Kopparberg Cider
Favourite Food:
Strawberries
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Coral and The Reef
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Haha, it wouldn't be very classy to elaborate on that one...
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Flying
The Role:
Ensures the smooth day to day running of the vast amount of equipment LUUSAC owns, ranging from conducting minor repairs to organising regular servicing.
Email:
EquipmentOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Appeared fully formed in a rockpool 21 years ago, is in perfect balance with nature
Favourite Colour:
That teal-blue you get on sprite bottles
Favourite Drink:
Sprite...with vodka
Favourite Food:
Mashed potato!
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
The Dulcet Tones of a Fake Scouser.
How many times have you been naked in public?:
I did naked modelling for a university art class. It was scary until it was boring
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Healing hands (also translates to immortality)
The Role:
Assists the equipment officer.
Email:
AssistantEquipmentOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
He has dreadlocks. Nuff said.
Favourite Colour:
Blue/Green
Favourite Drink:
Jager Bomb
Favourite Food:
I'll go for a curry, seems right in the present situation, but generally anything is good!
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Dawson Jr: How to follow a flaming sambucca
How many times have you been naked in public?:
If you trawl for long enough there on facebook...
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Bit cliche, but ill go with breath underwater
The Role:
The Expeditions Officer is responsible for getting everyone abroad for our week-long annual training trip, as well as coordinating all the non-training related trips throughout the year. Mostly UK based, but caters for all diving tastes.
Email:
ExpeditionsOfficer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Can't spell his own name. Soon to be Tech Diver extraordinaire.
Favourite Colour:
Red
Favourite Drink:
Coffee/Guinness
Favourite Food:
Full english breakfast
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
In the Day of a Dyslexic
How many times have you been naked in public?:
I've been naked probably 4 time in public
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
The ability to heal people with my touch or super strength
The Role:
The Social Sec organises all of the club social events from weekly pub sessions to Otley runs, culminating in the Christmas Meal and the Annual Ball. Encourages all of us to get as happy as we can once we've hung up our fins - leading by example of course.
Email:
SocialSecretary@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
How do you solve a problem like Amy? Put a drink in both hands and she will do the rest. Amy owns Karma, secretly loves PADI and can drink her own body weight in wine. No small wonder she was elected joint social sec with Jenny!
Favourite Colour:
Barbados Blue
Favourite Drink:
Malibu and Coke
Favourite Food:
Trifle
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Nursing a Simple Mind
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Just the once, not enough!
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Teleportation
The Role:
The Social Sec organises all of the club social events from weekly pub sessions to Otley runs, culminating in the Christmas Meal and the Annual Ball. Encourages all of us to get as happy as we can once we've hung up our fins - leading by example of course.
Email:
SocialSecretary@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Jenny is a bit of a creep - she likes to leave disturbing messages written in teabags and flies kites at night.
Favourite Colour:
Blue
Favourite Drink:
Mojito!
Favourite Food:
Peanut Butter and Crumpets
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Jenny – Lover, Fighter, Queen
How many times have you been naked in public?:
A fair few – mainly skinny dipping in summer, but also on the last LUUSAC trip to Lanzarote when the ties on my bikini were undone before I was ruthlessly thrown into the pool.
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Breathing underwater... would make diving a lot easier!
The Role:
Secretary has the duty of helping anyone else on the committee that needs it, also producing and distributing minutes from committee meetings.
Email:
Secretary@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
She is a bit of a nut job really, helps to run the committee with her crack team of dolls.
Favourite Colour:
Turquoise
Favourite Drink:
Earl Grey
Favourite Food:
Falafel and hommous
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
I don't know yet...
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Once... Maybe twice... Possibly three :)
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Ability to live and breath underwater (superhero/mermaid)
The Role:
Organises membership with BSAC, LUUSAC and LUU, and anything else that arises.
Email:
MembershipSecretary@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
He isn't just bilingual... oh no, he is trilingual! And bears an uncanny resemblance to Jesus (especially when he gets his beardface on!)
Favourite Colour:
Red
Favourite Drink:
Beer
Favourite Food:
I guess I'd have to say Chinese food
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Three Times Better Than a Normal Mahony
How many times have you been naked in public?:
As far as I know this has yet to happen...
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Teleportation would be mighty handy!
The Role:
Due to the large membership, the club turns over a lot of money each year, and each cheque needs accounting for. Every trip needs to be financed properly, whether training or pleasure, as well as membership subscriptions.
Email:
Treasurer@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
They say her tears are made of superglue. They say she can do freestyle maths that would put Carol Vordaman to shame. They also say she knows Quentin Fisher.
Favourite Colour:
Purple
Favourite Drink:
Amaretto sours, mmmmmm
Favourite Food:
Nachos!
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
You Can Never Have Too Much Coffee...
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Enough to have fun but not get caught ;)
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Teleportation so I could travel the world for free
The Role:
Responsible for the maintenance of the LUUSAC website and database, including uploading photos, keeping the calendar up to date, and the upkeep of the email lists. Also looks after most other electronic wizardries.
Email:
WebMaster@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Needs to be seen to be believed.
Favourite Colour:
Orange orange (like the colour of an orange)
Favourite Drink:
Some sort of matured whiskey
Favourite Food:
Pepperoni and pineapple pizza
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
Super Tramp: Underneath the Beard
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Not enough to be completely satisfied
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
I want to be spiderman!
The Role:
The Fundraising Officer is responsible for writing grant applications and organising fundraising events. They also organise charity events for the club to participate in.
Email:
Fundraising@luusac.co.uk
The Person:
Has dedicated his life to stealing from the rich and giving to the poor. What a LAD.
Favourite Colour:
Teal blue
Favourite Drink:
Gods gift
Favourite Food:
gravy, Oooo northern boys love gravy
If someone wrote a biography about you, what do you think the title should be?:
The Yeti Chronicles: Lost in a big city
How many times have you been naked in public?:
Good hevens I don't want to scare people!
If you could have any superpower what would it be?:
Fly fly high in the sky