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Swim Lessons in Chicago - North Center

Our NEW Swim Plans reward families for staying committed to progress in the water, offering greater value the longer you stick with weekly lessons. Schedule a free trial today, then choose the plan that fits your family best!

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Pool Hours
Mon
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Wed, Thu
3:30 PM - 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
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
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Bronze Plan
$33 / lesson
4-month commitment
Our most popular Swim Plan!
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Silver Plan
$31 / lesson
8-month commitment
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Gold Plan
$29 / lesson
12-month commitment
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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

Progress Promise

01

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.

Flexible Scheduling

02

Up to 15 make-up lessons per year, for no extra charge.

Lesson Availability

03

Access to high-demand evening and weekend classes, plus schedule multiple swimmers for the same time, regardless of their level.

Progress Tracking

04

Real-time updates available in the Parent Portal and Big Blue app.

Discounts

05

For siblings and multiple lessons per week.

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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
Additional Lessons & Programs

Swim Your Way

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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Big Blue Swim School

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 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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Visit Us

Mon
3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Wed, Thu
3:30 PM - 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