OUR TEAM


Liam Potts
Chairperson
Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2003!
I am most proud of becoming a Lifesaving Instructor, as I love teaching and helping other people to achieve.
I like how warm and friendly the club atmosphere is, as all the teachers want the best for their groups, and everyone works hard to support each other.

Emma Serventi
Secretary
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2018.
I am most proud of making a difference to the lives of so many young people in the local area, and achieving so many awards in such a short space of time!
Our club is a like a family! Everyone looks after each other, and we all absolutely love what we do! I wouldn't want to spend my Saturday mornings doing anything else.

Ian Potts MBE
Treasurer
I have been supporting the club since 2003.
The lifesaving achievement I am most proud of is simplifying and improving the accuracy of competition results.
The best thing about the club is the people. Everyone is friendly, inclusive and are in it for the best of the club.

Warren Riley
Lifesaving Instructor
Swimming Teacher
I joined the club in 1989!
I am most proud of training so many young lifesavers over the years and supporting them in competitions, to have fun and gain confidence.
The thing I like most about the club is the relaxed, family atmosphere and having fun.

Doug Leech
Lifesaving Instructor
I have been with the club since 2004.
I am most proud of training kids who have moved on to become lifeguards and teachers.
The best bit about the club is the friendly atmosphere and inclusiveness.

Keith Jump
Lifesaving Instuctor
I have been at the club since 2015.
I am most proud of becoming a Rookie Instructor.
The best thing about the club is the friendliness of everyone.

Casey Marsh
Rookie Lifeguard Instructor
More information coming soon!

Jade Carless
Rookie Lifesaving Instructor
I have been part of the club for many years, watching from the side as my two children have been members. In 2025 I decided to become an Assistant Instructor.
The club is like one big family; however old you are, you can join in, and learn lifesaving skills.
It makes me proud to watch everyone working together to help each other achieve their goals, gain awards, and be so proud of their achievements.

Matilda Williams
Rookie Lifeguard Instructor
I have been at the club since 2017.
I am most proud of achieving my Rookie Lifeguard badges.
I like socialising at the club, and seeing people achieving their goals.

George Evans
Rookie Lifesaving Instructor
I have been part of the club since 2016.
My greatest achievement is being presented with the Wiltshaw Award, for my inclusive lessons and supporting a disabled member to fully participate in the club activities.
The best thing about the club is the friendly environment, and the way we all support each other.

Dylan Williams
Assistant Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2018.
My greatest achievement is coming first in my category, in the annual Club Competition, twice!
The best thing about the club is that you can complete a range of different awards, and progress from a Rookie Lifeguard at the age of 7, to an Assistant Instructor at the age of 14, and an Instructor at the age of 16.

Dougie Brodin
Assistant Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2019.
My greatest achievement is being given my own group to teach.
The best thing about the club is all the people that are part of it!

Ellie Catterall
Assistant Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2017.
My greatest achievement is learning a wide range of life skills that I have been able to use outside of the club.
The best thing about the club is the friends that I have made.

Miguel Sousa
Assistant Lifesaving Instructor
I have been at the club since 2019.
My greatest achievement was coming first in the speed line throw event at a local competition.
The best thing about the club is the people!
Our team is made up of dedicated volunteers, many of whom have been part of the club for a number of years. Our Assistant Teachers, Rookie Instructors, Lifesaving Instructors, and Instructor Tutors have all achieved a variety of RLSS UK Awards between them, including Life Support. All our volunteers are DBS checked.
