Goldfish Swim School - Evanston

Goldfish Swim School - Evanston Teaching kids how to swim is our passion. Goldfish is much more than a swim school. Goldfish prides itself on offering each parent and child a Golden Experience.

Goldfish Swim School is a state-of-the art swimming facility dedicated to teaching children as early as 4 months how to swim. From the moment you walk in the door, you enter a tropical oasis. Brightly colored walls, tiki cabanas and surfboard benches surrounding our island-style hair drying station border our pool abuzz with the sounds of kids kicking and hands-on swimming instruction. At the pool deck, kids dive into an always tropical 90-degree pool. In a class size of no more than 4 children to 1 swim instructor, children master the skills they need to be safe and confident in the water. Beginning as early as 4 months, children progress through a series of perpetual swimming lessons, graduating to higher levels of difficulty as swimming skills are mastered. Goldfish also offers special events like birthday parties, family swim, accelerated Jump Start Clinics and our Recreational Swim Team, catered to swimmers who have completed the Goldfish Pro Level. To learn more, please visit www.goldfishswimschool.com.

There's no single tool that keeps children safer around the water.Water safety is built in layers.✔️ Active adult superv...
09/15/2026

There's no single tool that keeps children safer around the water.

Water safety is built in layers.

✔️ Active adult supervision
✔️ Swim lessons
✔️ Barriers and pool fences
✔️ Learning CPR
✔️ Making water safety part of everyday conversations

During Baby Safety Month, it's a reminder that even the smallest swimmers deserve every layer of protection we can give them. 🧡

09/12/2026

From nervous to “I've got this!” 💙🐠

Our FLOAT program helps little swimmers become more comfortable and confident in the water while practicing an important foundational skill: floating. 💦

Sometimes all it takes is a little patience, practice, and encouragement to turn those nervous jitters into a big smile! ✨

Growth happens quietly.Sometimes the biggest moments don't feel big at all. It’s funny because when it comes to kids, it...
09/12/2026

Growth happens quietly.
Sometimes the biggest moments don't feel big at all. It’s funny because when it comes to kids, it seems like the one thing that’s impossible to ignore is how quickly they grow. The adorable baby onesies that are outgrown far too quickly, the increasing pencil marks on the doorframe. And yet, when it comes to swim lessons, sometimes the biggest growth moments aren’t the most obvious.

It's putting their face in the water without being asked.
Walking into class with a smile instead of hesitation.
Looking back at you from the pool with a proud grin that says, "Did you see that?" 🥹

Confidence rarely arrives all at once.

It grows through small moments that are easy to miss, but impossible to forget.
And we think those moments deserve to be celebrated. ☺️

💙🐠 Celebrating our littlest swimmers! 🐠💙At Goldfish Swim School, infants under 8 months old can enjoy FREE Mini 1 swim l...
09/10/2026

💙🐠 Celebrating our littlest swimmers! 🐠💙

At Goldfish Swim School, infants under 8 months old can enjoy FREE Mini 1 swim lessons! 💦

These first lessons are all about introducing little ones to the water, building confidence, practicing important water safety skills, and creating special bonding moments with you. 🌊✨

We're so proud to help families start their swim journey early and make those first splashes extra special. 🥰

Ready to bring your little one to the pool? Send us a message to learn more!

When parents sign their baby up for Mini Lessons, they’re thinking about the swim and water safety skills they want thei...
09/09/2026

When parents sign their baby up for Mini Lessons, they’re thinking about the swim and water safety skills they want their baby to learn. And of course, these lessons provide that, but here’s the thing…

Mini Lessons are so much more.
They're one-on-one bonding time.
A chance to build confidence together.
A weekly routine your little one looks forward to.
An unexpected emotional reset for you.
And the beginning of a lifelong relationship with the water.

Some of the biggest milestones start with the smallest splashes. ✨🧡

09/08/2026

💙 This week's baby water safety tip: Check your barriers! 🐠💦

Make sure pools and other bodies of water are difficult for little ones to reach by using secure barriers and keeping access points closed when water isn't being used.

Heading somewhere new? Don't assume the space is already baby-safe. Take a moment to check the pool, hot tub, pond, or other nearby water and make sure the barriers are secure. 👀

A few extra seconds of checking can make a big difference in keeping little ones safer around water. 💙

Long weekends have a way of reminding us what matters most.Family time.Belly laughs.Pool days.Making memories.However yo...
09/07/2026

Long weekends have a way of reminding us what matters most.

Family time.
Belly laughs.
Pool days.
Making memories.

However you're spending Labor Day, we hope it's filled with moments that make everyone smile and, if you're around the water, remember that active adult supervision is one of the most important ways to help keep every splash a safe one. 🧡

Wishing your family a fun, relaxing, and safe Labor Day!

09/06/2026

As a Goldfish Swim Instructor, you have to wear many hats to create a GOLDEN Experience. 🐠💛

No two days on the pool deck are exactly the same, and that's what makes being part of Team Goldfish so fintastic! 💦✨

"They're too little to swim."We hear that a lot.But here's the thing: Baby Safety Month isn't about expecting babies to ...
09/04/2026

"They're too little to swim."

We hear that a lot.

But here's the thing: Baby Safety Month isn't about expecting babies to become swimmers overnight.

It's about helping families build positive experiences around the water from the very beginning.

Every cuddle in the pool.
Every splash.
Every song.
Every smile.

Those moments help children become more comfortable in the water while giving parents confidence, too.

Water safety starts long before independent swimming, and every little moment counts. 🥰

09/01/2026

💙 Baby Safety Month is here! 🐠

When it comes to water safety, it’s important to look beyond the pool. Even small amounts of water in everyday places like bathtubs and buckets can pose a risk for little ones. 💦

This month, we’re sharing water safety reminders to help you check your home, spot potential hazards, and create a safer environment for your baby. 🏠✨

Stay tuned and let’s make every space a little safer, one splash at a time!

Address

2008 Dempster Street
Evanston, IL
60202

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 7:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 3pm - 8:30pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8:30am - 1:30pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+18478592017

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