
I'm currently at The University of Hull studying Arts and Humanities and I have a few part time jobs including Life guarding and Swim Teaching. I have taught karate since the age of 14 and have run my own club since November 2012. I also I like reading, swimming, going to the gym, hanging out with friends, hiking, films. . . all sorts really!
More About Mark
What is your dream job
- Probably some kind of travelling teacher, combines two things I love to do!
A secret hobby or skill that you have?
- I'm a 3rd Dan blackbelt in Karate and have my own club. I've studied karate for around 13 years, it's a big part of my life!
Your favorite TV character
- Hmmm, gotta love a bit of Sherlock! I think it's quite big in the States as well?
If you were stranded on a deserted island, what are three things you'd bring?
- Solar powered Ipod, Guitar & Swiss army knife
How did you learn about North Star and why did you apply?
- I've always wanted to travel and visit America and some of my friends had done and recommended it so I decided to apply! The camp has lots to offer and has earned a fantastic reputation, not to mention working outside in the fresh air on a lake, so I jumped at the chance to join the staff!
Favorite Sports Teams
- Yorkshire/England Cricket team, Team GB (when the Olympic Games are on), Also follow Tennis a bit
What noteworthy/random/menial jobs have you held?
-Noteworthy would probably be my swimming and Life guarding jobs, I've been in the leisure industry for 5 years now and I now have the chance to work abroad because of it.
Random. . . not really had any random jobs! I used to have a paper round but I think most people have done that!
Menial would be when I worked at a stadium, used to come home smelling of watered down beer, fast food and strong cleaning chemicals. . . long hours and minimum wage, not good!
What did you do last summer?
- I worked most of to be honest. . . had a few day trips out around the UK and went to Spain in October to avoid the tourists but apart from that I was mostly settling into my new job and house sitting for my sister whilst she was away travelling!
What, if any previous camp experiences have you had?
- I used to be in Cub Scouts (you might know it as Boy Scouts) and we had a couple of camping trips to forests and woods, I also did a bit of orienteering, survival, hiking and climbing with school when I was younger.