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MEET THE TEAM

Ian Wakeling

Principal

(Overall responsibility for safe and efficient operation of Dart Sailability. Talk to him about any concerns or suggestions about operations.)

"I joined Dart Sailability several years ago with the aim of continuing to help people to share my love of sailing. As an RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor and Racing Coach who has introduced many children to sailing and racing, I thoroughly enjoy helping a group of prospective and current sailors share my enjoyment of being out on the water. I retired to Dittisham after a career in Naval Ship Design and Project Management."

Call: 07768 398715

Email: 

principal@

dartsailability.org

Anna Chrystie Cheif sailing instructor a Dart Sailablity

Anna Chrystie

Chief Sailing Instructor

(Responsible for safe conduct of sailing activities including provision of training. Talk to her about all aspects of sailing and if you would like some training) 

"The RYA played a role enabling much training and experience in teaching children and adults the wonders and fun of messing around in boats, oh and learning to sail. It is a privilege to be able to volunteer with Dart Sailability and help people who are equally keen to enjoy the water on our beautiful river."

Call: 07929 086345
 

Email:

chiefsailinstructor@

dartsailability.org

Graham Gardner chief power instructor

Graham Gardner

Chief Power Instructor

 

(Responsible for safe conduct of powerboat operation including provision of training. Talk to him about all aspects of power boat operation and if you would like some training)

 

“I have lived in Devon for 20 years and have always enjoyed being by and on the water.  I joined Dart Sailability 4 years ago and value the warm welcome I was given by the volunteers and sailors alike.  Over this time, I qualified as PB2 and then powerboat instructor.  I have now taken over the role of chief power instructor and look forward to thinking of new ways to enhance the powered side of DSG so that this fantastic river can be enjoyed by all.”

Email:

chiefpowerinstructor@

dartsailability.org

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Fiona Westcott

Membership Secretary

(your first contact for membership enquiries)

"Hi, I'm Fiona and I joined Dart Sailability as a sailor in April 2023.  There is such a sense of freedom being out on the water together.  It's like belonging to one big family where everyone is encouraged to join in and have fun.

I love to talk to everyone about joining Dart Sailability, whether as a  volunteer or a sailor."

Please contact me:


Call: 07311 283185
 

Email:
membershipsec@

dartsailability.org

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Kate Graeme-Cook

Fundraising

(Talk to Kate about any ideas for fundraising or offers of funding)

Kate was a journalist before a successful career in fundraising and marketing for charities. She has extensive business mentor experience and has worked as a volunteer for several charities. Kate joined DSG in early 2021 and was closely involved with the relocation appeal. She is also a Trustee of the charity.

 

Call: 07800-910413


Email:
fundraising@

dartsailability.org

Bob Miller Training officer at Dart Sailabiliy

Bob Miller

Training Officer

(Responsible for organising of training ashore for Volunteers and Sailors. Talk to him about any requirements for training including New Volunteer Induction)

Bob is an RYA Senior Instructor who was brought up in Brixham and has made the most of living by the sea; swimming, SCUBA diving, surfing and sailing. Bob has been a member for over 10 years and received an Outstanding Contribution award from the Princess Royal at the RYA Volunteer Awards 2022.  He is keen to meet would- be members to ensure that they get the most out of what the charity has to offer.

Call: 01803 844665

Mobile: 07845 391 121

 

Email:

trainingofficer@

dartsailability.org

AND THE REST OF OUR CREW

 

LOUISE HARRIS

Groups Coordinator

Talk to Louise about opportunities for Groups

Call: 0741 535 5407

Email: groups@dartsailability.org

 

CARRIE SAWYER

Social Secretary

Talk to Carrie about any ideas for Social Activities and offers of help

 

Call: 01803 606113
Email: socialsec@dartsailability.org

 

CLAIRE HEASMAN

Welfare Officer

Talk to Clare if you have any concerns about your or somebody else’s welfare or how you or somebody else is being treated.

Call: 07837 044082

Email: hannon.clare@yahoo.com

 

PAM MACEY

DBS Checks Administrator

Talk to Pam if you have any questions about your DBS clearance

 

Call: 07976 907875
Email: dbscoord@dartsailability.org

 

 

Brian Hignett

Race Coordinator

Responsible for arranging racing at Dart Sailability and external events.

Talk to Brian if you would like to be involved in racing

Email: sailracing@dartsailability.org

David Pendlebury

Safety Manager

Responsible for overall safety management and ensuring that all equipment is checked and tested where required.

Talk to David if you have any concerns over the safety of our operations or equipment

Email: safety@dartsailability.org

 

Tom King

Rota Sec

Responsible for establishing duty programme in support of Dart Sailability activities

Talk to Tom if you wish to volunteer for a duty or cannot find somebody to do your duty

Email: rotasec@dartsailability.org

 

Andy Wilson

Maintenance Coordinator

Responsible for coordinating maintenance and repair of Dart Sailability Boats.

Talk to Andy about any defects or concerns about the boats and equipment

Email maintenance@dartsailability.org

 

Paul Tann and Andrew Stiles

Engine Maintainers

Responsible for maintenance of outboard engines

Talk to Paul and Andrew about any concerns or defects with the outboards and for advice on operation

Boat Guardians

Boat Guardians act as coordinator for identifying work needed on the boat during winter maintenance and ensuring that the work is done and the boat is ready and fully equipped ready for launching at the beginning of the season.

During the season Boat Guardians are the first point of contact for operating advice and ensuring that any reported defects are fixed promptly.

ARC

Bob Miller

Safety

Andrew Cushen

NAB

TBA

Support 1

Peter Crooks

Support 3

Graham Gardner

Support 2

TBA

Hansa 303s

Derek Lowe and Steve Oakey

Hansa Liberties

Chris Tamlyn and Peter Chrystie

Equaliser

Gerry Willox & Pam Macey

Kanata

Chris Wood

Oscar

Ian Wakeling and Anna Chrystie

 

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