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Drowning doesn't have to be a statistic.
Empower your child with life-saving skills.
Every year, countless families face the unimaginable heartbreak of losing a child to drowning.
Survival swim lessons empower your child with the crucial skills to survive an accidental fall into water. Unlike traditional lessons focused on strokes and recreation, our program begins by teaching Survival/Self-rescue techniques: floating, breath control, and reaching safety. Once these vital skills are mastered, we seamlessly transition into teaching traditional swimming strokes, fostering a lifelong love of the water and building confidence for recreational swimming.
As the only Survival Swim School in Northern Illinois/Southern Wisconsin, we have a unique approach that's been setting a new standard for water safety since 2005, we're proud to not only deliver quality results, but to actually save lives.
It's not just about swimming – it's about survival. Get in contact today and ensure your child's safety and enjoyment for years to come.
Program Highlights
Caring Instructors, Creating Confident Swimmers!
Experience The Catch the Wave Difference
Hassle-Free Money Back Guarantee
Not thrilled with your initial class? Let us know before your next session and receive a full, no-hassle refund. We are confident you’ll love the program!
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Safer Swimmer Guarantee
With our Safer Swimmer Guarantee, you can be confident your child will make progress in our swim program. If you have concerns after three months, we'll step in with additional support like additional classes or even private lessons, all at no extra cost. See how we ensure every child thrives in our program.
Splash-back Guarantee
Even the best swimmers have off days! If your child struggles to participate in a class, we'll happily provide a free make-up lesson for when they're ready to jump back in.
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200 Skills Taught & Tracked
Unlock your child's full potential in the water! Our program meticulously teaches and tracks over 200 essential swimming skills. From infants taking their first dips to teens refining their strokes (and even adults!), we have a program for every swimmer at every level and every goal.
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Flexible Makeup Classes
We know life gets busy and sometimes, you need to miss a class. Unlike most other swim programs, we've got you covered with flexible make-up lessons. Don't let a missed class disrupt your child's swimming progress – we'll help them get back on track quickly and easily!
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Small Class Sizes
Give your child the focused attention they deserve! Our small classes ensure personalized instruction and faster progress.
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Community Involvement
Making waves of positive change in your neighborhood! We're more than just a swim club – we're your neighbors, and we're passionate about giving back. Each Catch the Wave Swim Club location dedicates up to $10,000 annually to support local organizations, events, and community outings that make a real difference in the lives of families like yours.
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Warm Water, Cool teachers
We invest in our instructors so they can invest in your child. Discover the secret to our happy, successful swimmers!
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Enjoy a Seamless Experience
Dive into a stress-free swimming experience! We've streamlined everything from registration to check-in, so you can focus on your child's journey and enjoy every moment.
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Supporting Anxious Swimmers
Our patient instructors and gentle approach help every child conquer their fears and build confidence in the water.
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Every Location Has a Story
Discover why our swim schools are different! Learn how our unique model creates a thriving environment where children love to be.
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New Student Intake Form
Get Started!
Equip your child with the life-saving skills they need to be confident and safe in any water situation. Complete our New Student Intake Form to secure your preferred time slot today!
Locations & Pricing: Find pool hours, pricing, and more by selecting the location nearest you.
Questions? Contact us anytime—we’re here to help!
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