Chicago Swedish Fish Swim Team

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.

Membership & Fees
 

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

Upcoming ILMSA Events
 
 
 
 

Our History

Learn about the history of the Chicago Swedish Fish U.S. Masters Swim Club.

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Team Merchandise

Get your team gear, such as swimsuits, swim caps, and sweatshirts, parkas and more.

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Make a Donation

Support the Chicago Swedish Fish and the Chicago swimming community by helping us raise funds.

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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.