
Currently studies: MA International Business
Started dancing: When I was 5 years old
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dance: Paso Doble & Samba (I specialize in Latin only >:3)
Most memorable dance memory: Seeing a male lead’s shoe fly off while dancing Jive in a competition
Hobbies outside of dancing: Digital art original character illustration and animation, watching Anime. reading Webtoon & Manhwa also novels
What I want to say to newcomers: Latin Dance has forever been my method of artistic self expressionism, so I hope it could be yours too~ Remember, it’s not how well you do but what you experience and learn out of it!
The President shall be ultimately responsible for the conduct and day-to-day running of the Society.
The President shall have the right to preside at all meetings of the members of the Society and at all meetings of the Committee. Should the President be absent, or decline to take the Chair, the Committee shall elect another member of the Committee to Chair the meeting.

Currently studies: MSc Management
Started dancing: September 2023
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dances: Waltz and Cha Cha
Most memorable dance memory: Getting to finals in my first competition at Scottish University Titles in Kirkcaldy
Hobbies outside of dancing: Horse riding, reading, cooking, polo
What you want to say to newcomers: Ballroom has surprised me in the best way possible. EUBDS is such a welcoming society, no matter your previous dancing experience so don’t be afraid to give it a try! We’d love to have you!
MSc Management
The Secretary shall be responsible to the President for the administration of the Society. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies: MA International Relations
Started dancing: September 2024
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dance: Viennese Waltz and Jive
Most memorable dance memory: The Summer Ball. a magical event for socialising by dancing
Hobbies outside of dancing: Reading, hiking, skiing and taking care of animals
What I want to say to newcomers: Ballroom dancing is so fun, it was a real escape from the stress of my first year at university. Don’t be afraid of trying, everyone is very nice and supportive.
The Treasurer shall be responsible to the President for the finances of the Society. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies: Bachelor of Computer Science
Started dancing: In January 2020
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dances: Quickstep and Samba
Most memorable dance memory: Performing for the opening ceremony of Hamburg’s press ball in 2023. It was an amazing feeling to be on stage with all my friends, after the months of hard work and practice we put in!
Hobbies outside of dancing: Kickboxing, 3D-Modeling, Volleyball and Salsa
What you want to say to newcomers: Don’t be scared of making mistakes or other people dancing around you! We all just pretend to know what we’re doing—you just get better at pretending
The Head of Attire will be responsible to the President for the Society’s outfitting. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies/studied: History of Art and English Literature
Started dancing: Ballet and flamenco from age 3, started ballroom last year!
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dances: Viennese Waltz and Tango
Most memorable dance memory: Performing at sunset on the shore of Lake Annecy in 2023!
Hobbies outside of dancing: Following naturally from dance I guess, anything creative that allows me to hear music! Whether that’s because I’m using my hands and listening to music at the same time, like making jewellery or drawing, or because I’m playing the music myself: on the guitar, the piano, or singing
What you want to say to newcomers: I’ve met friends for lifethanks to this society – the most wonderful, caring people – and in my unbiased(!!) opinion, we have the coolest events of any society
The Social Secretary shall be responsible to the President for the organisation of all social events throughout the year. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies: Completed PhD in Precision Medicine, working as Scientific Manager
Started dancing: Different styles since approx 7 years old, with EUBDS from 2017
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dances: Ballroom Tango, Latin Samba and Paso Doble
Most memorable dance memory: Getting to finals of Blackpool in Pre-Inter WQ
Hobbies outside of dancing: Puppy walks, yoga
What you want to say to newcomers: “Have fun and sign up for as many competitions as possible”
Webmaster shall be responsible to the President for the management of web facilities used by the Society. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies: PhD in Physics and Chemistry
Started dancing: When I was 8
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dance: Foxtrot and Cha cha
Most memorable dance memory: My partner and I once forgot our routine the moment the music started and accidentally ended up dancing a routine we hadn’t used in two years instead in a competition. Our teacher was very confused.
Hobbies outside of dancing: Reading, video games, baking, regretting my life choices, ice skating
What I want to say to newcomers: It is impossible to look silly if you’re having fun so try everything, we’re so excited to meet you!
The Team Captain shall be responsible to the President for the organisation and management of the team. This includes, but is not limited to:

Currently studies: MMet Meteorology and Climate
Started dancing: Last year
Favourite Ballroom/Latin dance: Samba (for the music and the vibes)
Most memorable dance memory: Unexpectedly winning beginner jive and beginner/novice samba at Manchester Spring
Hobbies outside of dancing: Baking, singing, songwriting, and probably looking at clouds
What I want to say to newcomers: If you’re unsure about starting dancing, give it a go…you might (definitely) end up loving it!
The Team Vice-Captain shall be responsible to the President for the organisation and management of the team. This includes, but is not limited to:
