Ian was the Head of Physical and Outdoor Education
at Paignton Community College, Devon. He has worked at a number
of water-based activity centres throughout the UK and until recently
was the coach for the Devon area Royal Yachting Association. He
is a Yacht master Instructor and Examiner, Powerboat Trainer,
and was a Senior Instructor with the British Canoe Union. Ian
is also involved with a number of land-based activities, particularly
mountain biking.