Welcome to Wild in Scotland
Open water swimming coaching and guided swims in Stirlingshire, Scotland.
Wild in Scotland offers 1:1 coaching, courses and small group sessions for beginners, improving swimmers and experienced open water swimmers looking to build skills, confidence and experience in the water.
Swim in beautiful Scottish locations, learn at your own pace and enjoy supportive, experienced guidance whether you’re new to open water swimming or looking to take on new challenges.
We're taking a winter break!
Our 1:1 coaching, weekly and monthly swim sessions, courses and events have now finished for the season.
We'll be back in the water from April 2027, when our activities and experiences will resume.
Looking for something special this Christmas?
Our gift cards and coaching bundles are still available to purchase. Whether you're treating yourself or surprising someone you love, why not give the gift of a new adventure in Scotland's beautiful open waters?
If you have any questions or would like to enquire about future sessions, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch at admin@wildinscotland.co.uk
Ways to Swim with Us
New to Wild Swimming?
Thinking about trying open water swimming but not sure where to start?
Explore 1:1 sessions to help you feel more comfortable and confident in the water at your own pace.
Building Confidence?
Already spending time in the water and looking to build confidence, consistency and experience?
Explore 1:1 sessions to help you progress at your own pace whilst feeling supported in the water.
Ready for a Challenge?
Looking to work towards something bigger?
Explore 1:1 sessions to help build your endurance, develop open water skills and take on longer or more challenging swims.
Open and Private Small Group Sessions
Our open and private small group sessions are designed for swimmers who enjoy a more social and shared experience in the water.
Whether you’re building confidence, improving technique or simply looking to swim more regularly, these sessions offer support, guidance and connection in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Kit Hire
A limited selection of open water swimming kit is available to hire for those attending coaching, courses and group sessions.
Kit hire is designed to help make sessions more accessible for newer swimmers or those still building up their equipment.
"I was really nervous for my first swim as I’m not great with the cold. Louise made me feel comfortable straight away and helped me understand how to stay aware of how I was feeling in the water, including not letting myself get too cold.
She checked in with me throughout and encouraged me the whole time. I absolutely loved it and left feeling more confident.
I’ve now been for many swims and still love going with Louise. I always feel safer and more confident when she’s there."
Shannon, Clackmannshire
"I have always wanted to do cold water swimming but was apprehensive to give it a go. It wasn't until Louise spoke to me about the benefits and talked me through what to expect that I gave it a go.
I swim if I have had a tough week at work. When I start to swim all of those problems start to float away and it's totally forgotten about. I feel so much freer and it sets me up for the rest of the day with a smile on my face."
Jennifer, Stirlingshire
"I felt both excited and nervous when Louise took me for my first wild swim. She had prepared me well and made sure I had everything I needed, both for being in the water and warming up afterwards. I also hired a tow float because Louise believes that safety is just as important as enjoyment.
Louise was incredibly patient as I took my time getting fully into the water due to my fear of cold water shock. She reassured me while still letting me go at my own pace, staying with me throughout and keeping an eye on how I was feeling.
Her experience made it such an enjoyable swim that I’m now completely hooked. I swim all year round and still carry the safety awareness she taught me. I’d highly recommend her as a swim partner or mentor."
Lynne, Stirlingshire
Gift Cards, Merchandise & Current Offers
Gift Cards
Some gifts get opened and left in a cupboard. Others open up a whole new world.
Give someone the chance to discover the joy of wild swimming, build their confidence or simply take time to reconnect with nature in Stirlingshire's beautiful open waters.
Wild in Scotland gift cards can be used towards any of our sessions, courses or experiences, making them a memorable gift for beginners and experienced swimmers alike.
Merchandise
A small range of Wild in Scotland merchandise is on the way, including our popular woolly hats. More details will be available soon.
Current Offers
Offers on selected 1:1 coaching bundles. Check out what’s currently available.
Meet Louise
Hi I’m Louise Gamble, an open water swimming coach and the person behind Wild in Scotland.
I’ve loved being outdoors and in the water for as long as I can remember. For me, open water swimming isn’t just something I do, it’s how I feel grounded and connected.
I’m an STA Level 2 Open Water Swimming Coach with additional training in safety and first aid, so you’ll always be in safe, experienced hands.
I offer 1:1 coaching and structured courses to small group sessions in some of Scotland’s most beautiful outdoor locations. Whether you’re new to open water or looking to build on your experience, everything is designed to help you feel comfortable, capable and supported in the water.
Alongside coaching, I also work with retreat organisers and event hosts, providing guided swim experiences and consultancy to help create safe, well run open water sessions.
My approach is supportive and flexible. I’ll meet you where you’re at and help you progress at your own pace, whether that’s building confidence, refining your technique or simply spending more time in the water.
Contact us
Business Hours
- Mon – Wed
- Closed
- Thursday
- 06:00 am – 07:00 am
- 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
- Friday
- 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
- Sat – Sun
- 24h