Chicago Swedish Fish

U.S. Master’s Swim Team

Building relationships through swimming

The Chicago Swedish Fish are a friendly, fun Master’s Swim team located in the north side of Chicago! Swimmers of all abilities are welcome.

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.

Summer Outdoor Session

Location: Harrer Pool (6250 Dempster St, Morton Grove, IL 60053)

Dates: June 1 – August 10

• Sundays - 7:15-8:30 a.m.

Spring Practice Schedule

Locations:

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

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

Dates: January 7 - May 31

• Tuesdays - 8:00-9:00 p.m. - Northside College Prep

• Thursdays - 8:00-9:00p.m. - Northside College Prep

• Fridays - 7:00-8:30 p.m. - Northside College Prep

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

Competitive 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, and finished in 1st in 2019.

Swim Meets

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

• Swedish Fish March Madness Masters Meet at University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)

  Saturday, March 15, 2025 - Sunday, March 16, 2025 - Registration Link;

• ILMA State Meet

  Save the Date: April 4-6, 2025 - Registration Link

• 2025 USMS Spring Short Course National Championship

  April 24-27, 2025 - San Antonio, TX

Open Water

• Swim Across America - Saturday, August 9, 2025 - Chicago IL

• Big Shoulders - Saturday, September 6, 2025 - 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.