Swim Lessons in Buffalo Grove, IL

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See the difference swim lessons can make beyond the pool. For ages 3 months to 12 years, our 30-45 minute lessons help build confidence, make bath times easier, and bring more peace of mind around the water.

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Address

101 McHenry Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Contact

(847) 495-8157 Email Us

Become a Member of Big Blue

Weekly, perpetual lessons ensure that your child develops and consistently increases their comfort, confidence, and skills in the water. With built-in savings combined with consistency, Swim Plans are a practical way to get more out of your swimmer’s weekly lessons while keeping your family’s routine running smoothly.

Flex Plan

$35 / lesson

Month-to-month*

Bronze Plan

$32 / lesson

4-month commitment*
Our most popular Swim Plan!

Silver Plan

$30 / lesson

8-month commitment*

Gold Plan

$28 / lesson

12-month commitment*

*Pricing varies by level. Upon enrollment and every year afterwards while enrolled, an Annual Membership Fee of $32 applies for each child, for no more than two children per family. Bronze, Silver, and Gold Swim Plans are subject to an early cancellation fee.

What You Get When You Join

Membership Benefits

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.

Our Lessons

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.

Additional Lessons & Programs

Swim Your Way

Free Trial Lesson

New customers, get started with a full 30-minute swim lesson and tour of our facility.

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. Online registration not available. Please call to sign up.

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Meet Big Blue Buffalo Grove

Thanks to Big Blue Swim School, kids’ swimming lessons in Buffalo Grove are accessible and fun. We believe swimming classes are a great way to build confidence while learning an important life skill, and we think the best way to learn is with the dedicated staff at our state-of-the-art facilities.

We offer programs for kids from three months to 12 years of age:

Baby Blue: Infant and toddler swim lessons up to age two

Bright Blue: Lessons for toddlers through five-year-olds

Bold Blue: Beginner swim lessons for kids six and up

Big Blue: More advanced swim lessons for kids six and up

We even have an app where you can schedule multiple swimming classes for your kids at once. It’s time to see what Big Blue Swim School does differently. Jump on in! The water’s warm.

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Conveniently Located

Big Blue Swim School is an easy commute from nearby neighborhoods, including Horatio Gardens, Aptakisic, Long Grove, Prairie View, and Wheeling.

We ask parents to stick around during lessons, but there’s plenty to do in the area before or after class. Our location at McHenry Road and Lake Cook Road sits in a shopping plaza with Jewel-Osco, The UPS Store, Jersey Mike’s, and the AT&T Store.

When it’s time for a meal, swing by Giordano’s for their famous stuffed pizza or grab a Whopper and chicken nuggets for the kids at Burger King across the street. Need to mail a package? The post office is nearby. Or stop by Deerfields Bakery for a little pick-me-up—or a dozen donuts for Saturday morning.

Sounds too good to be true? The best way to find out is to sign your kids up for a free swimming lesson and experience the Big Blue difference for yourself!

Why big blue

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.

Swim instructor guiding two young children with kick boards during a swim lesson

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.

Swim instructor leading a group of four young children holding the pool wall during a kids swim lesson at Big Blue Swim School

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.

Swim instructor high-fiving a young girl during a swim lesson

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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.

Swimmer practicing freestyle in a swim lesson

what parents say

Nick is an awesome instructor. My daughter, Liviya was so scared of water and did not want to learn how to swim. She met Coach Nick once and everything has been changed. She is asking if she can have swimming lessons every day!

Jasmine S
The staff are warm, friendly, and helpful. My daughter is excited for swim class each week and can't wait to go back. Her instructors are fun, encouraging, and engaging. In just a short time my daughter learned how to swim without flotation devices.

Lisa G
Big Blue’s Buffalo Grove location is clean and well maintained. The team is exceptional. Very supportive and communicative. Interaction with the kids cultivated trust and excitement… two things my kids definitely benefit from in their swim lessons. Big thanks to the team at the Buffalo Grove location!

Kathleen K
The summer clinics they had were amazing! My child went up a few levels because of the exclusive attention they received over those two months. Regular lessons are going well; rescheduling is a breeze, the staff is friendly, and the instructors we have encountered are kind and encouraging.

Remi M

FAQs

Unless otherwise directed by a medical professional, it is always a smart idea to consider enrolling your child in swimming lessons. Whether they have little experience or none, Big Blue can help them on their journey!

For the safety of all students, all students are initially placed based on their age-appropriate level. Students are evaluated at each lesson by our trained staff to determine their skill levels using Big Blue’s curriculum. It is not uncommon for swimmers to move up levels quickly if they have previous swim experience.

Yes, these can be tracked within the Big Blue app or parent portal.

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