Formal swim lessons reduce the risk of drowning by 88%. In honor of National Water Safety Month in May, Big Blue is here to help families have the safest summer yet by teaching kids the essential life skill of swimming, week by week. Sign your child up for weekly swimming lessons at Big Blue Chicago - North Center now with our exclusive offer and receive 75% Off Your First 6 Lessons!
"In one month, my grandson has gone from not understanding breathing patterns to being able to learn the breathing pattern and swim across the pool with little assistance! His progress has been incredible! The staff and facility is an A+. My grandson looks forward to class every week!"


SUMMER SUPER IMPROVER CLINICS
One month's worth of lessons in four days, available all summer long
- Perfect for swimmers who want to jump-start or fast-track progress throughout the summer.
- These 4-day clinics run Monday-Thursday for 30-45 minutes at the same time and with the same instructor each day.
- Clinics will run consecutively throughout the whole summer, allowing swimmers to join one weekly clinic or as many as they want to continue building momentum!
- Lessons build on Big Blue's standard curriculum with a BONUS skill introduced to enhance swimming ability.
- Available for Bright Blue, Bold Blue and Big Blue levels (3-12 Years Old).
- All swimmers are welcome to participate, including those not currently enrolled in weekly lessons.
- 4-day clinic for the same price as 4 regular lessons!

Super Improver Clinics must be paid in full at enrollment and are not refundable or transferrable. Families may reschedule their Super Improver Clinic if there is future availability. Click here to view all Super Improver Clinic policies.
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Kids and Toddler Swimming Lessons in Chicago (North Center), IL
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.
Swimming School Conveniently Located in Chicago, IL
Big Blue Swim School is conveniently located near Lincoln Square and West Lakeview in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago. Find us at Western and Berteau avenues near several CTA stops, or enjoy plenty of parking. After your kids are done with their lessons, head east on Cullom Road to find restaurant and retail options around Lincoln Avenue. Grab a meal at Cho Sun Ok or The Bad Apple, then hit up Jewel-Osco for your weekly grocery trip.
Ready to join us? Explore our swimming classes for kids by signing up for a free trial lesson today.
Other Locations Served
Big Blue Swim School is an easy commute from nearby Chicago neighborhoods including:
Rogers Park
Irving Park
Roscoe Village
Ravenswood
Wrigleyville
Lincoln Park
Lakeview
Bucktown
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Lessons Led by Thoroughly Trained Instructors
Your kid will gain swimming skills from professional swim instructors who have gone through extensive training in order to offer the highest levels of support.
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Efficient Swimming Lessons for Kids
Have more than one kid? Don’t waste time shuffling back and forth from lessons. Book everyone’s swim lessons at one time, no matter what their ages or levels.
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Comfortable Facilities for Parents and Kids
Our lessons take place in ultra-clean, warm, 90-degree water. You can observe from our comfortable, carpeted viewing lobby while relaxing and enjoying free Wi-Fi.
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