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! 

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Pool Hours
Mon, Wed, Thu
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Fri
3:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Sat, Sun
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location
4207 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 694-9613
Super Improver Clinic

March 23 - March 26

Priority Registration: Enroll by 2/18 for 10% off!

Our most progress-forward program is back for spring break—and until February 18th, families can save 10% by registering early! Super Improver Clinics help swimmers build skills faster, gain confidence, and make meaningful progress, with a new bonus skill introduced each day. Spots are limited and fill quickly, so take advantage of early registration and secure your swimmer’s place today. Open to all families, including those not currently enrolled at Big Blue. Annual Membership Fee applies.

Starting at $126.00

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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.

Baby Blue 3 months - 2 years
Bright Blue 3-5 years
Bold Blue 6+ years
Big Blue 6+ years advanced
Baby Blue 3 months - 2 years
Bright Blue 3-5 years
Bold Blue 6+ years
Big Blue 6+ years advanced
Baby Blue
3 months - 2 years

Our Baby Blue class helps your little one build early in-the-water confidence, coordination, and comfort with you right by their side.

  • 6 babies : 1 instructor
  • 30-min weekly lessons
  • Parent participation required
3-17 mo. Schedule18-35 mo. Schedule
Bright Blue
3-5 years

Where fun meets fundamentals. Bright Blue lessons keep toddlers engaged through play-based learning that helps them feel confident and capable in the water.

  • 3 students : 1 instructor
  • 30-min weekly lessons
  • Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training
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Bold Blue
6+ years

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.

  • 4 students : 1 instructor
  • 30-min weekly lessons
  • Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training
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Big Blue
6+ years advanced

Our most advanced level fine-tunes the four major swimming strokes, builds endurance, and prepares swimmers for team-level confidence.

  • Up to 7 students : 1 instructor
  • 45-min weekly lessons
  • Expert instructors with 75+ hours of training

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Pricing plans

weekly swim lessons

Weekly, perpetual lessons ensure your child develops and consistently increases their comfort, confidence, and skills in the water.
Starting at
$35 / lesson
Receive a waived Annual Membership Fee* if you enroll by February 27th! 
Start and stop with a 30-day notice
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  • 30-min weekly lessons
  • Small group instruction
  • Flexible start date
  • All ages, 3 mos - 12 years
  • Free make-up lessons**
  • Free trial lesson available
*Waived Annual Membership Fee offer available to new families and families who have not been enrolled into lessons at Big Blue Swim School in 60+ days. Must enroll into weekly lessons by 2/27/2026 to receive offer. See Annual Membership Fee details below. 
**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

A young child in a colorful swimsuit enjoys playing with floating balls in a swimming pool, with playful wall art in the background.
Our Progress Promise

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 Programs

Beyond Lessons

Super Improver Clinics

A month's worth of progress in just four days! Swimmers build skills faster, gain confidence, and make meaningful progress.

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Drop-in Lessons

Our flexible drop-in sessions let you fit in additional swim time whenever it works best for your family.

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Adaptive Swim Lessons

Customized sessions to help kids gain confidence and progress at every stage in the Big Blue journey.

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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!

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.

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. 

what parents say
  • My kids love Big Blue!! They've been wonderful for our family. The teachers are fantastic with kids—so patient, positive, and truly focused on helping them build confidence in the water. The customer service is outstanding too — everyone is friendly, responsive, and accommodating. Highly recommend!
    Samantha D
  • Had our first class yesterday and we were impressed with how friendly the staff were. Her teacher was great (Ms. Maria) and we can’t wait to come back for more classes.
    Rebecca L
  • My 3-year-old granddaughter has completed about 6 lessons to date and she LOVES it. As a teacher and former swim mom of 4 competitive swimmers, I highly recommend Big Blue Swim School.
    Linda G
  • My son loves attending his swim lessons. He was very nervous about learning how to swim when he first began but he's had amazing swim teachers - Ms. Heidi and Ms. Melanie. They are very patient, and my son is very comfortable with learning how to swim now. He no longer panics in the water, and he is more open with swimming independently.
    Nashanda T

FAQs

Unless otherwise directed by a medical professional, it is always a smart idea to consider and enroll into swim lessons. Whether they have little experience to 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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Mon, Wed, Thu
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Fri
3:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Sat, Sun
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
4207 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 694-9613