Gold Strokes Swim School - Whitley Bay

Gold Strokes Swim School - Whitley Bay 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

Lessons are on as usual! Please use the door further down the building to access the centre!
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!

Family swims are back on at The Bay Last time sessions fully sold out so book quick to avoid missing out!
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

☀️ Summer Camps ☀️We will be running a series of intensive courses, private swimming lessons, over the Summer holidays a...
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!

Term 6 - Here we go! The final stretch of term lessons before the summer begins today! We have lots for your swimmer to ...
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

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 e...
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!

⭐️ STICKER WEEK!!⭐️Don’t forget to grab your swimmers next achievement sticker this week! See a member of The Bay’s team...
18/05/2026

⭐️ STICKER WEEK!!⭐️

Don’t forget to grab your swimmers next achievement sticker this week!

See a member of The Bay’s team at the desk this week at your lesson to get your swimmers sticker for this half term.

🏊🏻‍♂️Join our little team of teachers!🏊🏼‍♀️We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team! A successful ...
18/05/2026

🏊🏻‍♂️Join our little team of teachers!🏊🏼‍♀️

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join our team!

A successful applicant should have -
- A level 2 SEQ teaching qualification (or equivalent)
- A flexible mindset to follow Gold Strokes teaching practices
- Works great with young children in the water

Desirable -
- RLSS Life Saving Qualification.

All roles will be subject to a DBS check.

Email - [email protected]

If your swimmer enjoys lessons in our toasty warm pool, they will love celebrating their next birthday at The Bay! Drop ...
07/05/2026

If your swimmer enjoys lessons in our toasty warm pool, they will love celebrating their next birthday at The Bay!

Drop The Bay a message to book your next party!

Pool Parties at The Bay!

1 Hour in our private pool, for up to 12 swimmers.
Fully lifeguarded session with inflatables, music and toys!

Weekend bookings only, enquire today for more details!

The Bay is opening their pool for Family Swims on the 25th of May!Spaces are super limited so secure your spaces fast!
04/05/2026

The Bay is opening their pool for Family Swims on the 25th of May!

Spaces are super limited so secure your spaces fast!

Family Swims are Back!

Spring Bank Holiday (May 25th) our little pool is open to YOU for open family swims!

Check out tickets on Bookwhen - https://bookwhen.com/thebay

Terms and conditions, restrictions on ages and timings apply

04/05/2026

Bank Holiday Monday!

Reminder that lessons are as normal today for the Bank Holiday at our Whitley Bay pool!

Address

The Bay
Whitley Bay
NE262JW

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