Chicago Swedish Fish Swim Team

Chicago Swedish Fish Masters Swim Team

Building relationships through swimming

The Chicago Swedish Fish are a friendly, fun adult swim team located in the north side of Chicago! Swimmers of all ages and abilities are welcome.

Swim Practice Information

Practices are split between Galter LifeCenter and various pools in throughout Chicago’s northside. Are you considering joining us for a practice? Learn about how to get involved.

Fall Practice Schedule

Locations:

Uplift Community High School (900 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640)

Northside College Prep (5501 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625)

Dates: September 10-28

  • Wednesday - 6:00-7:00 p.m. - Uplift High School

  • Sundays - 9:00-10:00 a.m. - Uplift High School

Dates: September 30-December 18

  • Tuesdays - 6:00-7:00 p.m. - Uplift High School

  • Wednesday - 6:00-7:00 p.m. - Uplift High School

  • Thursdays - 6:00-7:00p.m. - Uplift High School

  • Sundays - 9:00-10:00 a.m. - Uplift High School

Note: At the time we do not have practices scheduled at Northside College Prep due to ongoing procedural issues with the pool reservation system. We know that many members enjoy practicing at the NCP pool, and if we are able to schedule time there later this Fall, we may shift some midweek practices to NCP.

Galter LifeCenter Practices

Location: Galter LifeCenter (5157 N Francisco Ave, Chicago, IL 60625)

Dates: Year-Round

  • Mondays - 6:00-7:00 p.m.

  • Tuesdays - 5:45-6:45 a.m.

  • Wednesdays - Noon-1:00 p.m.

  • Thursdays - 5:45-6:45 a.m.

  • Fridays - Noon-1:00 p.m.

  • Saturdays - 6:45-7:45 a.m.

 

Swim Meets & Open Water Events

The Chicago Swedish Fish is one of the largest and most accomplished Illinois Master’s swim teams. We’ve ranked in the top 3 at the Illinois State Championships in most recent years, and finished in 1st in 2019.

Swim Meets

Please view the ILMSA’s website for upcoming events - https://ilmsa.com/competition

  • Evanston Masters Invite

    2026 Dates/Location TBD

  • Swedish Fish March Madness Masters Meet

    2026 Dates/Location TBD

  • ILMA State Meet

    2026 Dates/Location TBD

Open Water

  • Swim Across America - 2026 Dates TBD - Chicago IL

  • Big Shoulders - 2026 Dates TBD - Chicago IL

 
 
 
 

Our History

Learn about the history of the Chicago Swedish Fish.

Team Merchandise

Get your Chicago Swedish Fish gear, such as swimsuits, swim caps, and sweatshirts, parkas and other gear for the pool deck.

Make a Donation

Support the Chicago Swedish Fish.