Barracuda Swimming
BS
Swimming Lessons
Barracuda Swimming
Prior Park College, Bath BA2 5AH
# Barracuda Swimming
Barracuda Swimming is a family-run swim school established in 2010, located in Bath and run by owner Gordon Lye alongside his son Jasper as Swim School Manager, with administrative support from Kathy Lye and Rebecca Gooch. The business specialises in teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities, from nervous beginners to advanced competitors seeking technique refinement.
The school caters to children from approximately four years old onwards, with younger prospective swimmers able to join a waiting list and take a complimentary trial lesson near their fourth birthday. Barracuda Swimming follows the structured Swim England Learn to Swim programme, spanning Stages 1 through 10 and beyond, ensuring progressive skill development and proper technique establishment.
What distinguishes Barracuda Swimming is their thoughtful class structure: deliberately small cohorts for beginners learning foundational skills, with larger groups for stroke improvement and endurance training. This approach maximises individual attention during crucial early stages whilst building confidence through peer learning at intermediate levels. The school emphasises creating a welcoming environment where swimmers develop not just competence but genuine enthusiasm for the water.
The business recognises swimming as both a vital life safety skill and an excellent health activity, positioning themselves as accessible to everyone from anxious non-swimmers to those perfecting advanced techniques. Their commitment to friendly instruction, enthusiastic teaching staff, and fostering happy swimmers reflects a philosophy that transcends simple technical instruction—they're building water confidence and lifelong swimmers.
Barracuda Swimming is a family-run swim school established in 2010, located in Bath and run by owner Gordon Lye alongside his son Jasper as Swim School Manager, with administrative support from Kathy Lye and Rebecca Gooch. The business specialises in teaching swimmers of all ages and abilities, from nervous beginners to advanced competitors seeking technique refinement.
The school caters to children from approximately four years old onwards, with younger prospective swimmers able to join a waiting list and take a complimentary trial lesson near their fourth birthday. Barracuda Swimming follows the structured Swim England Learn to Swim programme, spanning Stages 1 through 10 and beyond, ensuring progressive skill development and proper technique establishment.
What distinguishes Barracuda Swimming is their thoughtful class structure: deliberately small cohorts for beginners learning foundational skills, with larger groups for stroke improvement and endurance training. This approach maximises individual attention during crucial early stages whilst building confidence through peer learning at intermediate levels. The school emphasises creating a welcoming environment where swimmers develop not just competence but genuine enthusiasm for the water.
The business recognises swimming as both a vital life safety skill and an excellent health activity, positioning themselves as accessible to everyone from anxious non-swimmers to those perfecting advanced techniques. Their commitment to friendly instruction, enthusiastic teaching staff, and fostering happy swimmers reflects a philosophy that transcends simple technical instruction—they're building water confidence and lifelong swimmers.
Services offered
Learn to Swim Classes Stages 1-10Advanced Swimmer CoachingBeginner Swimming LessonsStroke Technique RefinementChildren's Swimming ClassesAdult Swimming LessonsCompetitive Swimming DevelopmentTrial Lessons for Young Children