Swim Lessons in Chicago - North Center
Our proven swim programs build confidence, safety, and smiles - enroll now and we’ll waive your Annual Membership Fee!
Swim Lessons for Kids
Big Blue Swim School makes learning to swim fun, empowering, and full of progress. From the age of three months and up, each lesson builds confidence, skills, and strength. We help kids grow into safe, happy, and confident swimmers for life.
Baby Blue
Our Baby Blue class helps your little one build early in-the-water confidence, coordination, and comfort with you right by their side.
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6 babies : 1 instructor
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30-min weekly lessons
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Parent participation required
Bright Blue
Where fun meets fundamentals. Bright Blue lessons keep toddlers engaged through play-based learning that helps them feel confident and capable in the water.
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3 students : 1 instructor
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30-min weekly lessons
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Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training
Bold Blue
In this level, swimmers strengthen their skills and self-assurance. We focus on technique, safety, and confidence for those just starting out or ready to level up.
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4 students : 1 instructor
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30-min weekly lessons
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Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training
Big Blue
Our most advanced level fine-tunes the four major swimming strokes, builds endurance, and prepares swimmers for team-level confidence.
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Up to 7 students : 1 instructor
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45-min weekly lessons
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Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training
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weekly swim lessons
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30-min weekly lessons
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Small group instruction
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Flexible start date
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All ages, 3 mos - 12 years
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Free make-up lessons**
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Free trial lesson available
**Up to 15 make-up classes per year, per swimmer.
Annual Membership Fee
Upon enrollment and every year afterwards while enrolled, Big Blue charges a membership fee of $32 for each child, for no more than two children per family. When you become a member with us, here are all the BIG benefits you get!
- Flexible scheduling and up to 15 make-up lessons per year
- High-demand evening and weekend lesson availability
- Real-time progress tracking through the Big Blue app
- Sibling and multiple lesson discounts
Graduate to the next swim level after attending 24 lessons, or your swimmer will get an additional weekly lesson for FREE until they do.
Restrictions apply.
Beyond Lessons
Drop-in Lessons
Our flexible drop-in sessions let you fit in additional swim time whenever it works best for your family.
Adaptive Swim Lessons
Customized sessions to help kids gain confidence and progress at every stage in the Big Blue journey.
Meet Big Blue Chicago - North Center
Introduce your children to the joy of swimming that will help them stay fit and active as they grow. At Big Blue Swim School, we provide fun, age-appropriate swimming lessons for kids in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood every week.
Swimming is a blast—and an important skill to develop for water safety. If you have a newborn, toddler, or children under 12, join us any season of the year for a kid-centered, inclusive, and supportive approach to swimming.
Don’t trust your children to just any swim coach. Our experienced and professional instructors work full time so kids learn correctly. We invest in top-notch training and long-term development in return for instructor dedication. Swimming classes in Chicago’s North Center will start your kids off right.
Visit our state-of-the-art facility offering pristine, warm water for your kids and grown-up spaces with free Wi-Fi for adults. Take advantage of our flexible booking options for multiple children—including infant and toddler swim lessons—so you can schedule different classes for all your kiddos simultaneously.
Easily schedule lessons through our app whenever you’re ready.
Conveniently Located
Big Blue Swim School is an easy commute from nearby Chicago neighborhoods, including Rogers Park, Irving Park, Roscoe Village, Ravenswood, Wrigleyville, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, and Bucktown.
Conveniently located near Lincoln Square and West Lakeview in the North Center neighborhood, you’ll find us at Western and Berteau avenues, with easy access to several CTA stops and plenty of parking. After your kids’ swim lessons, head east on Cullom Road to enjoy nearby restaurants and retail along Lincoln Avenue. Grab a meal at Cho Sun Ok or The Bad Apple, then stop by Jewel-Osco for your weekly groceries.
Ready to join us? Explore our swimming classes for kids by signing up for a free trial lesson today!
The Big Blue Difference
Unparalleled Curriculum 01
Founded by a U.S. National Champion swimmer, Big Blue takes kids through four thoughtfully designed levels so every swimmer can grow, learn, and succeed at their own pace.
Technology Built for Families 02
Our exclusive LessonBuddy™ system makes busy schedules easy to manage. Find and book classes for your whole family, and track progress through one simple, parent-friendly portal.
Growth Beyond the Pool 03
We’re about more than swim strokes. Our lessons help kids build confidence, focus, and life skills that ripple beyond the pool. Every splash brings a new sense of pride.
Clean, Comfortable Facilities 04
You’ll love our bright, welcoming spaces almost as much as kids do. Enjoy state-of-the-art pools, cozy viewing areas with Wi-Fi, and safe, antimicrobial, fall-resistant flooring.
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