Clothing and equipment

Below is a list of club kit requirements to be followed when attending gala competitions.


  • 2 x STSC t-shirt and hoody (to be worn to travel to and from galas) available to purchase from South Tyneside Swim Team (moette.co.uk)
  • Navy shorts or tracksuit bottoms
  • 2 x STSC swimming hats available to purchase from South Tyneside swim club on request. Please speak to your swimmer’s coach.

All swimmers will need a bag to carry their equipment and a string bag for poolside is recommended.


Other items:
  • Towel (ideally two)
  • Goggles (+ a spare pair)
  • Health snacks (enough for the whole day)
  • Water bottle
  • Packed lunch (when required)
  • Poolside shows
  • Change for a locker
  • List of events entered in the gala

They DO NOT need fins, boards, snorkels at galas.

All clothing and equipment should be clearly labelled. Club t-shirtsClub hoodySwim bags