Chicago Swedish Fish Masters Swim Team
Building relationships through swimming
The Chicago Swedish Fish is a friendly, fun Chicago swim club located on the north side! Adult 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 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
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 many recent years, including a first-place finish in 2019.
Swim Meets
Please view the ILMSA’s website for upcoming events - https://ilmsa.com/competition
Evanston Masters Invite
January 2026 - Evanston Township High School, Evanston, IL
Swedish Fish March Madness
March 14-15 - UIC Flames Natatorium
ILMSA State Championship
April 10-12, 2025 - FMC Natatorium, Westmont, IL
Open Water
Swim Across America
2026 Dates TBD - Chicago, IL
Big Shoulders 5k + 2.5k open water swim
September 12, 2026 - Chicago, IL
Our History
Learn about the history of the Chicago Swedish Fish U.S. Masters Swim Club.
Team Merchandise
Get your team gear, such as swimsuits, swim caps, and sweatshirts, parkas and more.
Make a Donation
Support the Chicago Swedish Fish and the Chicago swimming community by helping us raise funds.
Contact us
Complete the form below to request to receive team emails or to ask questions about the team. A team representative will contact you within 5-7 days. You can also contact us at chicagoswedishfish@gmail.com. If you have a specific question regarding Masters Swim practices at Galter LifeCenter, please contact Coach Peter Marcy at pmarcy@schosp.org.