Private swim school owned and ran by Matt Wylie MBE, Paralympic Gold Medalist.
We offer group and private lessons at The Bay using our bespoke learn to swim pathway
07/09/2026
WE ARE BACK!! 🏊🏼♂️💦
Just a little reminder that we are back in the pool from today! 🎉
We hope you’ve all had a lovely summer and enjoyed the break. ☀️
We’ve missed seeing all of our swimmers and can’t wait to welcome everyone back to lessons! We hope you’re all just as excited as we are to get back in the water! 💙🏊♀️
See you all very soon! 😁💦
Gold Strokes Swim School 💙
05/08/2026
Half way through the Summer Holidays!
Are you missing your lessons at The Bay?
Check out additional lessons over the August holidays
*These lessons are being delivered by the STA, not Gold Strokes Swim School*
August swimming lessons!
Monday 18th to Thursday 21st August, we'll be hosting an STA (Swimming Teachers' Association) training course for new swimming teachers.
Lessons will run between 3:30pm and 6:00pm, with beginner classes first, progressing to more advanced swimmers throughout the afternoon and evening.
Classes will be kept small, with a maximum of four swimmers per group, ensuring each child receives plenty of attention
The sessions will be delivered by trainee teachers under the supervision of STA assessors as part of their training and assessment
Children aged 3 years +
Spaces are filling up quickly so book your spot today!
05/08/2026
We are filling up spaces for our new term starting Monday 7th September! 🏊🏼♂️
If you would like to know more about availability drop us a message with your child’s age and ability, or email us at [email protected].
25/07/2026
Love your child's swimming lessons? We'd be so grateful for your support!
If your little swimmer has enjoyed their time with us, we'd love it if you could take a minute to leave us a review. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As a small local swim school, every review makes a real difference. Your kind words help:
💙 More families discover us
💙 Build trust within our community
💙 Support our small business
💙 Help us continue teaching children lifesaving skills and water confidence
Thank you for helping us grow and continue making a splash! 🏊♀️🏊♂️
03/07/2026
SPACES AVAILABLE
We have spaces available for new swimmers starting in September.
⭐️Maximum 4 children per class
⭐️30 minute lesson
⭐️In water teaching
⭐️Suitable for children 3 years+
Drop us a message for more information or to get booked up!
14/06/2026
Lessons are on as usual!
Please use the door further down the building to access the centre!
Open as usual!
We have some work on our main entrance today. We have a door open further down the road for access to the play area and swimming pool.
A team member will be around ti help direct you!
08/06/2026
Family swims are back on at The Bay
Last time sessions fully sold out so book quick to avoid missing out!
Family Swims Are Back!
Bring the whole family along this summer ☀️
Our pool is open to semi private private hire (up to two bookings) over the holidays. Our warm pool is perfect for little ones!
1 hour time slots for up to 5 people per booking!
Currently weekends in August only.
https://bookwhen.com/thebay
T&C’s apply
Age restricted slots for little ones
1 adult per 2 non swimmers
Floatation aids can be provided
04/06/2026
☀️ Summer Camps ☀️
We will be running a series of intensive courses, private swimming lessons, over the Summer holidays at The Bay in Whitley Bay:
🐠 Monday 20th July - Friday 24th July - 9am-1pm.
🐠 Monday 3rd August - Friday 7th August - 4pm-7pm.
🐠 Monday 10th August - Friday 14th August - 4pm-7pm.
It is £100 for the slot, which is 1 x 30 minute lesson Monday to Friday, for either a 1-1 or 2-1 lesson. We can run mixed ability sessions if you have two swimmers, or if you have a friend wanting to join your slot.
Drop us a message if you would like a space!
01/06/2026
Term 6 - Here we go!
The final stretch of term lessons before the summer begins today!
We have lots for your swimmer to look forward to as they work towards their next stage award in July.
National drowning prevention week is an essential lesson for your swimmer, week commencing 15th of June. See our term 6 news letter for more information :)
The School year will end with play week on the 13th of July!
We have lots of spaces for new swimmers, drop me a message to book today!
Matt
25/05/2026
Half Term holidays!
The swim school is closed all week, we are back on the 1st of June for Term 6.
Keep an eye on your emails for the Term 6 news letter, we have some exciting activities such as drowning prevention week!
The Bay is open all week 9-3:15 for play and Iced coffee in this heat!
Have a great half term!