Chicago Blue Dolphins

🌟 **Get Ready for Open Water Swimming Competitions with Chicago Blue Dolphins Lake Swims!** 🏊‍♀️

Join our weekly lake swims at Ohio St. Beach every Thursday from 6:15-7:15pm until August 22nd. Sessions include warm-up, skill drills, and conditioning swims. Pre-requisites: Swim 300 yards of continuous freestyle, complete Freestyle 3, or have triathlon experience.

Cost: $103/month or $30/drop-in. Space is limited, call (773) 342-7250 or visit our website to secure your spot!

🏅 Less than 1 month until the Chicago Triathlon! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♂️🏃‍♂️

There's still time to improve your swim with Chicago Blue Dolphins' programs! Enhance your open water skills with our weekly lake swims (every Thursday at Ohio St Beach), get your stroke reviewed with video analysis and boost your program with our PACE swim training. Chicago Blue Dolphins is here to help boost your swim time!

Perfect for triathletes looking to gain confidence and performance in the water.

Don’t miss out on these last-minute opportunities to sharpen your skills and get race-ready. Contact us at (773) 342-7250 or visit our website to sign up today!

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SO MANY MEDALS ON THE LINE. 🏅

Watch Team USA duel in the pool at 8P ET on NBC and Peacock.

**Happy National Parents Day to all the swim moms and dads!** 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

Your commitment to fostering a healthy and active lifestyle through swimming is truly commendable. 🌟 By providing them swim lessons, you're instilling in them the values of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance. 💪👏

Thank you for being amazing role models and supporting your kids every step of the way. You are the true ! ❤️

When the journey gets tough, remember your why. Let perseverance be the fire that fuels your determination. 💪🔥

At Chicago Blue Dolphins, we believe in the power of persistence and the strength that comes from pushing through challenges. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out, every stroke, pedal and step brings you closer to your goals.

With just over 1 month until the Chicago Triathlon, now is the time to dig deep and keep going. We're here to support you every splash of the way. 🌊🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Let's conquer this together! We are here to help take your swim to the next level from beginners to advanced and everywhere in-between! We have training programs available and open water swims on Thursday evenings.

Call 773-342-7250 or visit our website for more info!

**Can you believe it?! It's already back-to-school season!**

Keep your child active and focused with Chicago Blue Dolphins! 🏊‍♂️ Physical activity helps kids concentrate and perform better in school.

Enroll now for our swim sessions:

- **Session 1:** July 29th - September 1st
- **Session 2:** September 3rd - October 7th

Register today (space is limited) and make this school year the best one yet! 🐬✨
https://www.chicagobluedolphins.com/kids-swimming-lessons/

🏊‍♂️ Fall Training Advantage for Masters Swimmers & Triathletes! 🍁

Don't let summer be the end of your swim season! Fall is prime time to build a strong foundation for success.

By focusing on **aerobic base** and **technique refinement** now, you'll be miles ahead come competition season.

Want to stay ahead of the curve? Our PACE© Swim Training program can help!
➡️ Learn MORE at Chicago Blue Dolphins (dot) com / PACE Swim Training

🏊‍♂️ Someone’s Learning the Correct Hand Position for Backstroke! 🏊‍♀️

Does your young swimmer love swimming backstroke too? 🌊💦 We'd love to hear about it! Share your stories and experiences in the comments below! 🗨️👇

ANSWER: The Dead Sea 😂🤣

Swimming is a technique limited sport. The medium of water simply puts up too much resistance to try to man-handle your way down the pool. We’re always looking for ways to improve our efficiency, both at slower speeds and at faster speeds. One set that I like to assign is called a “stroke elimination” set. We’ll establish a reference count for the length, N, either from a test set or by doing some swims at a constant pace and seeing what the average count is. I count every hand entry as one stroke, so there’s room to play around with it.

The set will then ask a swimmer to go from N strokes to -1, -2, or, if I’m really being tough, -3 strokes. The question that I get is “how do I go from 17 to 16 strokes or less?”

Read More:

PACE© Swim Training Login to PACE© Swim Training community via email or SSO today.

🌊 Chicago Blue Dolphins Open Water Swim Sessions are "Off and Swimming!" 🏊‍♂️

Looking to hone your open water skills and get some conditioning in? Join us for our Thursday night lake swims! 🌅

**Every Thursday through August 22nd**
⏰ 6:15-7:15 PM
📍 Ohio Street Beach(https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/ohio-street-beach)

💲 $103 for 1 month
💲 $30 drop-in

Requirements:
- Must be able to swim 300 yards of continuous freestyle OR Completed Chicago Blue Dolphins Freestyle 3 Class or Completed a Sprint Distance Triathlon or longer🏊‍♀️
- Be dressed and ready to be in the water at 6:15 PM ⏰
- Wet-suits recommended 🧥

Join us and improve your open water swimming skills with the best community around! 🌟

🚫🌊 No Open Water Swim this Thursday, 7/4! 🇺🇸

Enjoy the holiday, but don't forget about your swim training! 🏊‍♂️💪

🏅 PACE participants: Stick to your programs!

❓ Questions about modifying your training plan for the holiday week?

📱 Reach out to your coach via the Circle community for guidance.

Keep swimming towards your goals! 🎯💦

It’s National Statistics Day! We work hard every day to lower the rates of drowning in children and adults every day and to nourish positive relationships with the water for all of our swimmers!

When parents have no/low swimming skills (or competence) ability, their children are unlikely to have proficient swimming skills. This affects:

78 percent of African-American children

62 percent of Hispanic/Latino children

67 percent of Caucasian children

Learn how to swim and create generational change!

🏊‍♂️ Swimmers and triathletes, get ready to ride the wave of success with PACE Swim Training! 🌊

Prepare to be guided by expert coaches who will tailor training plans to your specific goals, whether it's mastering open water swimming or conquering triathlon challenges. With personalized coaching and a supportive community, you'll have all the resources you need to achieve your dreams. 🎯

If you’re in the Chicago area and looking for MORE, don't miss the opportunity to experience the thrill of open water swimming and push your limits for our Thursday Open Water Swim Program (excluding 7/4).

Join us today and let's make waves together! 🔥
https://www.chicagobluedolphins.com/pace-swim-training/

🏊‍♀️🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️ Less than 2 months until the Chicago Triathlon! 🏆

Still looking to boost your open water swim? There's time to level up! 💪

Chicago Blue Dolphins offers two fantastic options:

🌊 Open Water Swim Program - Every Thursday this summer (except 7/4)

🏅 PACE Program for Triathlons

Don't let the swim hold you back - dive in and crush your goals! 🌟

Learn more on our website by checking out the PACE Programs and the Open Water Swim Training - call us 773-342-7250 or email [email protected] with any questions.

Happy first day of Summer! 🌞☀️ We are celebrating by having our first open water swim session of the year! 🏊‍♀️💦 We hope to see you there!

Learn more & Register at: https://bit.ly/ChicagoOpenWaterSwim

WHEN: Every Thursday from June 20th - August 22nd (except July 4th)

WHAT TIME: 6:15-7:15 PM

WHERE: Ohio Street Beach https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/ohio-street-beach

HOW MUCH: $103 per month OR $30/drop-in

Must be able to do one or more of these prerequisites:

Able to swim 300 yards of continuous freestyle in a pool 🏊‍♂️

Have completed the Freestyle 3 class in the Chicago Blue Dolphins curriculum 🐬

Have already completed a sprint distance or longer triathlon/open water swim 🏊‍♀️🌊

Be dressed and ready to be in the water at 6:15 PM Wet-suits recommended 🌊⛵

Before you pack your gear and head to the lake to swim, check to see if the Chicago Park District (CPD) considers the water safe for swimming. The CPD changes the status to Yellow (warning) or Red (closed) based on changes in weather, water quality (bacteria), or water roughness. To view current swimming conditions at your beach, head to https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/beaches

We look forward to seeing our Open Water Swimmers starting this Thursday at Ohio Street Beach. If you aren't already signed up, visit Chicago Blue Dolphins website and look for the Open Water Swim Info under PACE Swim Training.
https://bit.ly/ChicagoOpenWaterSwim

🌊 Calling all swimmers and triathletes! 🏊‍♀️ Are you ready to take your skills to the next level?

Chicago Blue Dolphins has two great options that you can do separately or together💪
1. Summer Open Water Swim Program - https://bit.ly/ChicagoOpenWaterSwim
2. PACE Swim Training (& Community) - https://pace.chicagobluedolphins.com/home

Our summer open water swim program is about to make a splash, and we want you to be a part of it. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or a triathlon enthusiast, our expert coaches will guide you every stroke of the way. 🏆

Prerequisites are required for the Open Water Swim - please visit our website and complete the form to register!

Together, we'll conquer the open waters and help you achieve your goals. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! 🔥

Make a splash this Father's Day by sharing your most cherished poolside memories with dad! 💦 At Chicago Blue Dolphins Swim School, we know some of the best times are made while sharing time together at the beach, lake or pool.

Did your father canon-ball into the deep end during family pool days? Or perhaps he cheered you on during your first swim meets? 🏊‍♂️🥇

Whatever your favorite swimming moment is with your dad, we want to hear it! Share your tales, and let's celebrate the incredible fathers in our lives.

Feeling inspired to create new waterful memories? Sign up for our adult swim lessons - they make a great Father's Day gift! But most of all, cherish this day!

Wishing a very Happy Father's Day to all the amazing dads out there! 👨‍👦🏊‍♀️🌊🏖️🌇

🚤🌞 It's that time of year again! Time to head to the lake! 🌞🚤

Before you set out on your adventure, make sure that adults and children are ALWAYS wearing life jackets when using kayaks, canoes or motorized boats. 🛶🚣‍♂️🛥️

Important Life Jacket Facts:
🔹 Fit is Key: Ensure life jackets fit snugly. They should be properly fastened and not easily slip off.
🔹 Check for Damage: Regularly inspect life jackets for rips, tears, and other damage.
🔹 Age & Size Appropriate: Use life jackets that are suitable for the wearer's age and weight.
🔹 Certified: Make sure your life jacket is U.S. Coast Guard-approved.
🔹 Proper Usage: Always wear life jackets, not just have them on board.

Let's keep our water adventures safe and fun! 🏖️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

We’re going to start our weekly open water swims at Ohio St. Beach on Thursday June 20th from 6:15-7:15pm. We’ll run every Thursday until August 22nd, except for Thursday July 4th. Plan on being down at the beach and ready to get in the water at 6:15pm. We’ll do a short warm-up, some skills work, and then some open water conditioning swims.

The cost is $103.00 for a monthly subscription or $30.00 for a drop-in. Before registering, you’ll want to make sure that you meet one of the following criteria:

You can swim 300 yards of freestyle continuously in a pool with just enough time at the wall to turn around and go back the other direction

You have completed the Freestyle 3 class

You have completed a sprint distance triathlon or longer distance in past

If you meet one of those criteria and would like to register, give our office a call at (773) 342-7250 or email us as [email protected]

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🏖 Looking for the best beaches in Chicago?

Look no further than the Chicago Blue Dolphins Top 5 Chicago Beach List 🌊

Rainbow Beach: Best beach for wildlife 🐦🦋

63rd Street Beach: Best beach for live music 🎶🎤

57th Street Beach: Best beach for families 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Oak Street Beach: Best beach for dining 🍽️🍹

Ohio Street Beach: Best beach for swimming 🏊‍♀️🏊‍♂️

As a matter of fact, we're starting our weekly open water swims at Ohio St. Beach on Thursday, June 20th from 6:15-7:15pm. 🗓️ We'll run every Thursday until August 22nd, except for Thursday, July 4th. Call the office at (773) 342-7250 or email us at [email protected] for more info. 💦

🌞 The weather is getting warmer by the day! 🌞

🏊‍♂️✨ Take the time NOW to ensure your home pool or neighborhood pool is SAFE! ✨🏊‍♀️

🔍 Ask a Chicago Blue Dolphins' staff member today about what you should be on the lookout for!

Your safety is our priority. Let's make this summer fun and safe for everyone! 🌊🌴

poolsafely.gov

🏊‍♂️ Water wings, floaties and puddle jumpers are TOYS 🧸, not flotation devices. They are also not a learn-to-swim-aid. 🚫

�ϑ The best way to keep your child safer in the water is to learn how to swim. 🌊 At Chicago Blue Dolphins, we are here to help children and adults learn to swim and to improve their swimming! Visit ChicagoBlueDolphins.com to sign up today.

🛟 If you'd like an extra layer of protection for your child, consider using a coast-guard approved PFD. 🚣‍♀️

We have lessons available for all ages from baby through adult, including adapted aquatics. Call us at 773-342-7250 or email us at [email protected].

Did You Know? Formal swim lessons between ages of 1 and 4 have been shown to help reduce the risk of drowning by 88%. Find a swim school near you: https://usswimschools.org/find-a-school/

👯‍♀️ Double the fun, double the safety! Follow the buddy system when swimming in pools and lakes. 💦🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️ Having a swimming buddy watching your back keeps you safer in the water. 🆗

👀 Keep an eye on each other
🤝 Look out for one another
🆘 Be ready to call for help if needed
🥰 More quality time with friends!

💦🥰 Why do we LOVE water safety belts? 💦🥰

👀 Swimmers are more visible in the water

😰💨 They are a great way to take a quick break from swimming if you get tired

⛅🌊 They give you a place to rest if the waves get choppy

💰💎 You can store valuables in them rather than leaving them on the beach!

Did you know that swim lessons reduce the rate of drowning by 88%? Register today to keep your family safer! http://www.chicagobluedolphins.com/