Current Executive Board 2023/24
Feel free to ask any of us any questions or concerns you may have?
Holly Guilmartin - President and Secretary
Hiya! I’m Holly Guilmartin, a third-year medical student at Glasgow Uni and I will be your President for the coming academic year!
I have always loved all forms of dance and growing up on a healthy diet of Strictly Come Dancing, when I found this society in 2022, I was already hooked! It’s very different from any dancing I’ve done before but that’s what I like about it; I love a challenge! My favourite has to be the Tango and I love competing, but I have also made so many amazing friends. It is such a friendly society and there is really a sense of team and community. Everyone is welcome no matter the level of experience.
I can’t wait to kick things off in September and welcome both old and new faces! I look forward to dancing together and getting to know you all! Hope to see you soon!
I have always loved all forms of dance and growing up on a healthy diet of Strictly Come Dancing, when I found this society in 2022, I was already hooked! It’s very different from any dancing I’ve done before but that’s what I like about it; I love a challenge! My favourite has to be the Tango and I love competing, but I have also made so many amazing friends. It is such a friendly society and there is really a sense of team and community. Everyone is welcome no matter the level of experience.
I can’t wait to kick things off in September and welcome both old and new faces! I look forward to dancing together and getting to know you all! Hope to see you soon!
Daniel Kelly - Team Captain
Hello there, current and future dancers!
I’m delighted to be your Team Captain for 2023-24. Whether you‘ve never attempted ballroom and latin or you’ve danced for years, we will make sure that you feel welcome at GUBLDS.
As Team Captain, I will be helping you get most out of the competitive side of ballroom & latin dancing. It is a beautiful sport, combining the courtly elegance of ballroom and the feisty spirit of latin, and I am certain that you will love it, if you’re already here reading this!
I started with absolutely 0 experience 4 years ago at Durham university’s team, and fell in love with it to the extent that I almost spend more time dancing now than doing my PhD in engineering. This will be my 3rd year at GUBLDS.
Being from Russia, I train with coaches both all around the UK, and in Russia, so hi to any fellow Eastern Europeans!
I’m delighted to be your Team Captain for 2023-24. Whether you‘ve never attempted ballroom and latin or you’ve danced for years, we will make sure that you feel welcome at GUBLDS.
As Team Captain, I will be helping you get most out of the competitive side of ballroom & latin dancing. It is a beautiful sport, combining the courtly elegance of ballroom and the feisty spirit of latin, and I am certain that you will love it, if you’re already here reading this!
I started with absolutely 0 experience 4 years ago at Durham university’s team, and fell in love with it to the extent that I almost spend more time dancing now than doing my PhD in engineering. This will be my 3rd year at GUBLDS.
Being from Russia, I train with coaches both all around the UK, and in Russia, so hi to any fellow Eastern Europeans!
Edita Lileikyte - Vice Team Captain
Hi from Eli! I’m a plant biology student returning to GUBLDS for a 3rd year as joining this society was one of the best decisions. I hate exercising so it was amazing to realise I am fitter and more coordinated just from doing something enjoyable. GUBLDS members never cease to amaze me with their determination and passion and as a Vice Team Captain, I might disrupt a practise with a bad poorly timed joke but will genuinely cheer each and everyone one of you on your progress. Be it casual practise, be it Inter Varsity Dance Competition
Cara Shields - Vice president and social secretary
Hi! I’m Cara, an undergraduate student in Materials Chemistry. This year I’m your Vice-President/social convenor and can’t wait to get everyone involved in socials through the year. I joined the society last year with no dance experience, but that didn’t hold me back as everyone was so welcoming. The balls at the end of each semester are definitely a highlight for the society, and I hope to make this year fun for old and new members alike.
Bella Forbes - Publicity Coordinator
Hi everyone!!! I’m Bella and i’m a second year undergrad student in Psychology. This year, I will be your publicity coordinator for GUBLDS, so will be running the socials for our society. I’m always open for any new ideas at all so please just chat to me or drop a message if you have any.
I joined the society last year, following my obsession for strictly lol, as a fresher with no dance experience and I immediately loved it. Everyone was so welcoming and supportive, especially during the competitions! I loved all of the dances, however my dance partner and I ended up loving the cha-cha the most. I truly look forward to meeting you all and getting to know you :)🪩💃🏼🫶🏼
I joined the society last year, following my obsession for strictly lol, as a fresher with no dance experience and I immediately loved it. Everyone was so welcoming and supportive, especially during the competitions! I loved all of the dances, however my dance partner and I ended up loving the cha-cha the most. I truly look forward to meeting you all and getting to know you :)🪩💃🏼🫶🏼
Dominika Zieba - Costume and Dress Coordinator
As the costume and dress coordinator
I am responsible for sourcing, maintaining and storing society's competition dresses, so that you all can look your best at the dancefloor! I have been dancing since last September and I've enjoyed every minute of it. At the University I am a 2nd year PhD student working in Gravitational Wave data analysis.
I am responsible for sourcing, maintaining and storing society's competition dresses, so that you all can look your best at the dancefloor! I have been dancing since last September and I've enjoyed every minute of it. At the University I am a 2nd year PhD student working in Gravitational Wave data analysis.
Keziah Barnes - Welfare Officer
Hey, everyone! My name is Keziah and I'm a fourth year studying English Literature and Digital Media and Information Studies.
I joined GUBLDS in my third year with zero experience and lots of enthusiasm and ended up loving the jive, going to competitions and meeting other dancers from other unis.
As Welfare Officer, my job is to make you feel welcome and included in our society. If you have any concerns, need someone to talk to or just want a cheerleader to support you during classes and at competitions, I'll be there! I will do my best to make sure you have a splendid time with us at GUBLDS 🧡
I joined GUBLDS in my third year with zero experience and lots of enthusiasm and ended up loving the jive, going to competitions and meeting other dancers from other unis.
As Welfare Officer, my job is to make you feel welcome and included in our society. If you have any concerns, need someone to talk to or just want a cheerleader to support you during classes and at competitions, I'll be there! I will do my best to make sure you have a splendid time with us at GUBLDS 🧡