Welcome to Wild in Scotland
At Wild in Scotland, open water swimming is about more than just the swim itself. It’s about helping people feel confident, connected and at ease in the water
Based in the heart of Stirlingshire, I offer a range of ways to get involved, including 1:1 coaching, structured courses, small group sessions and guided swims in some of Scotland’s most beautiful outdoor locations.
Whether you’re completely new to wild swimming, building confidence or looking to refine your skills and spend more time in the water, you’ll be supported at your own pace in a supportive and welcoming environment.
I also work with retreat organisers and event hosts, providing professionally guided swim experiences and consultancy to help create safe, well run open water sessions.
If you’re curious, have questions or want to explore what’s right for you, take a look around or get in touch.
Explore our options and find the right way for you to get in the water.
New to Open Water Swimming
Thinking about trying open water swimming but not sure where to start?
We offer supportive coaching, relaxed group sessions and guided experiences designed to help you feel more comfortable and confident in the water at your own pace.
Find the Right Session for you here.
Building Confidence
Already spending time in the water and looking to build confidence, consistency and experience?
From relaxed group swims to structured coaching, these sessions are designed to help you progress at your own pace whilst feeling supported in the water.
Find the right sessions for you here.
Ready for a Challenge?
Looking to work towards something bigger?
These sessions and courses are designed for swimmers who want to build endurance, develop open water skills and take on longer or more challenging swims with support and guidance along the way.
Explore 1:1 coaching, challenges and courses.
What's On
Friday Sunset Dips
A relaxed weekly wild dip session designed to help you unwind at the end of the week and enjoy time in the water.
NEW Shore to Crannog
5 Week Course
A structured 5 week wild swimming and open water swimming course designed to build your confidence, skills and experience step by step.
"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
Ways to Swim with Us
Gift Cards, Merchandise & Current Offers
Gift Cards
Whether you’re booking for yourself or buying for someone else, this is where you’ll find current offers and flexible gift options. Gift cards can be used towards any Wild in Scotland session or experience, while current offers give you a straightforward way to commit to a series and build confidence in the water.
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