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British Swim School at Grand at Twin Lakes

920 E Northwest Highway Palatine, IL 60074
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Currently Viewing Available Lessons At: Grand at Twin Lakes

920 E Northwest Highway Palatine, IL 60074

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View Lessons for Swimmers Under 3 Years Old

Tadpole

Ages 3–36 Months

Water acclimation for babies and toddlers, with parent participation in the water.

Swimboree

Ages 3–36 Months

Beginner water safety and swim readiness for toddlers, with parent participation.

Seahorse

Ages 18–36 Months

Builds early survival skills through guided, increasingly independent practice.

View Lessons for Swimmers 3 Years and Older

Starfish

Ages 3+ Years

Beginner swim lessons for children learning basic water safety and independence.

Minnow

Ages 3+ Years

Foundational swim skills for children ready to develop propulsion and confidence.

Turtle 1

Ages 3+ Years

Stroke-readiness lessons focused on floating, breathing, and coordinated movement.

Turtle 2

Ages 3+ Years

Skill-building lessons for children progressing toward stronger, safer swimming.

Shark 1

Ages 3+ Years

Refines the four competitive strokes while building endurance and speed.

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Young Adult 1

Ages 12+ Years

Swim lessons for teens focused on water safety and stroke development.

Young Adult 2

Ages 12+ Years

Swim lessons for teens focused on water safety and stroke development.

Young Adult 3

Ages 12+ Years

Swim lessons for teens focused on water safety and stroke development.

Adult Level 1

Ages 18+ Years

Beginner adult swim lessons focused on comfort, safety, and confidence.

Adult Level 2

Ages 18+ Years

Adult lessons for improving swim skills, breathing, and technique.

Pricing

30-minute classes • Pricing to suit your family’s needs

$50 annual membership fee per family

Swim 2x a week to learn faster and save! Multi-class / multi-student discounts

Teen / Adult / Special Abilities / Semi-Private & Private classes available.

Please call, text, or email us to enroll.

Infants / Children (3 months – 12 years)

$35

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $140
  • Max of 4 students in pool at any time (no loud environments – quiet, calm, warm pool)
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Young Adult / Teens (12+ years)

$40

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $160
  • Ideal for teens who aren’t comfortable swimming – private, calm environment
  • Class size – 1:3 or 1:4
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Adults

$35

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $140
  • Class size – 1:3
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Dolphin (Special Abilities)

$62.50

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $250
  • Individual classes (1:1) to accommodate specific needs
  • Please call, text, or email us to schedule!
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Semi-Private Lessons

$62.50

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $250
  • Class size (1:2)
  • Please call, text, or email us to schedule!
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Private Lessons

$75

Per Lesson

  • 1 Lesson Per Week
  • Billed monthly $300
  • Class size (1:1)
  • Please call, text, or email us to schedule!
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  • Free membership for Active Military / Veterans / First Responders (please inform us)
  • When you enroll, your first month’s tuition is pro-rated.
  • Unlike other schools, we do not use fixed calendar sessions. Start / end your enrollment at any time to fit your schedule.
  • We focus on ability, not age / duration in a level – when students meet the goals of the level, they move up to the next level
  • Classes are 30 minutes long
  • Classes available 2x a week
  • If you wish to cancel your enrollment, please provide 30 days written notice
  • Flexible option to pause enrollment: $10 per month, which will be applied as credit to tuition fees when you resume + all unused make-ups saved
  • Private and Semi-Private lessons available – please call / text us at 847-243-6706
  • Can’t make a class? No problem. Report absence at least 2 hours in advance in the BSS app and you have 90 days to redeem a make-up free of charge
  • We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover
  • Your card will be automatically debited ~20th-25th of every month for the following month’s lessons.
  • If you enroll after the 20th of the month, you will automatically be registered for the following month as well.
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Location Details

Grand at Twin Lakes

920 E Northwest Highway Palatine, IL 60074

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British Swim School at Grand at Twin Lakes offers trusted, year-round swim lessons and water survival training for all ages from babies to adults. Located indoors, this premium facility features a warm and quiet indoor pool designed to provide a focused, low-distraction environment with small class sizes capped at no more than four students in the water at any time. Families can also take full advantage of hassle-free free on-site parking, which ensuring every visit is completely smooth and stress-free from the moment you arrive.

This highly accessible location actively serves families across Palatine, Inverness, Rolling Meadows, and Arlington Park, making it an ideal choice for households within Community Consolidated School District 15 and Township High School District 211. Positioned directly on Northwest Highway right off Route 53, the facility sits conveniently next to the entrance of the Twin Lakes Golf Course and Recreation Area. Located right behind the Bumble Bee Academy daycare, across from the Exxon gas station, and just three minutes from Soccer City Palatine and the Orbit Ice Arena, this central hub makes it effortless to build essential water safety skills into your family’s weekly routine.

Pool Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Friday Closed
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Office Hours
Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

FAQ

How much do swim lessons cost?

Pricing varies based on how many lessons you take each week and the number of swimmers you enroll. For detailed pricing, please visit your nearest location’s webpage to find all the information you need.

What is the earliest age I can enroll my child?

Swimmers can start as early as 3 months old. British Swim School offers programs designed to build comfort and confidence in the water at every age and every stage, with options for children, teens, and adults.

What kind of programs are offered?

British Swim School offers programs for every age and every stage, designed to help swimmers build comfort, confidence, and skills in the water as they progress. Programs range from early water acclimation to survival skills and stroke development, with a consistent approach that supports smooth progression.

How many students participate in each lesson?

Lessons are taught in small groups to support focused instruction and individual progress. Student-to-instructor ratios vary by program and skill level, with lower ratios in our water survival lessons and slightly larger groups as swimmers progress into stroke development.

How is progress tracked?

Progress is guided by clear program goals that support steady development over time. Swimmers move at their own pace, with instruction tailored to their individual needs and comfort in the water.

How do I determine my level and enroll?

Start by finding your nearest location and taking our quick swim assessment, which helps guide swimmers to the right program based on age, experience, and comfort in the water. From there, you can choose a convenient day and time to complete enrollment online, or reach out to your local team for support.

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