Gold Strokes Swim School - Whitley Bay

10/09/2026

🏊‍♀️ NEW SWIMMING LESSON SPACES AVAILABLE! 🏊‍♂️

We’re excited to announce that more lesson spaces are now available on weekend afternoons at The Bay! 🌊💦

📍 The Bay
📅 Weekend afternoons
4️⃣ Only 4 swimmers per class
🔥 Super warm pool (33 degrees!)
🏊‍♂️ Spaces are super limited!

Just starting out or looking to develop their stroke and technique?
Our lessons are designed to help swimmers progress while having fun! 💙

📩 Message us today to find out more or to book a space!

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