Big Blue Swim School Kicks Off 2025 with Development Achievements

One of the nation's fastest-growing swim schools recognized for continued growth and success

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Big Blue Swim School, one of the country's fastest-growing franchises in the learn-to-swim industry, celebrates another great year for the brand with 249 total units sold at the end of 2024 and momentum heading into the new year with recent awards validating franchise growth success. The swim school was recently named to the Franchise Times Fast and Serious and Top 400 lists, recognizing the brand’s strategic growth and volume.

"In 2024, we celebrated 13 new openings across eight states, a milestone made possible by our amazing team members dedicated to serving our local Big Blue families," says Chris DeJong, Founder and President of Big Blue Swim School. "Water safety is at the heart of our mission, and receiving recognition for our growth emphasizes the feedback we hear from our communities: there's a critical need for water safety skills among our youth, and Big Blue's trusted curriculum is making a real difference."

Franchise Times ranks the top smartest and fastest-growing brands annually through meticulous research and reporting processes to ensure it stands as one of the most credible and objective franchise rankings. Big Blue Swim School proudly ranks #25 on the Fast and Serious list, further validating its expansion approach centered around incremental improvement, business intelligence and technology investments.

Big Blue Swim School, which currently has 43 open locations, has set a goal to sell an additional 20 units by the end of 2025, bringing its total units sold to 269.

"Kicking off 2025 fills our team with renewed excitement after another year of growth," says Dennis Campbell, Vice President of Franchise Development. "We're confident that Big Blue is the best swim school in the nation, and we continue to demonstrate that as we enter new markets across the country. With strategic partnerships and a seasoned team, franchisees can trust that Big Blue will equip them with the tools and support needed to achieve lasting success."

Big Blue is actively looking for qualified franchise partners to develop in several other key markets nationwide, including Seattle, Tampa, Long Island and Columbus.

To learn more about franchising with Big Blue Swim School, visit https://bigblueswimschool.com/franchising.

ABOUT BIG BLUE SWIM SCHOOL

Big Blue Swim School is one of the nation's fastest-growing swim school franchises, offering best-in-class swim lessons for kids ages three months to 12 years. The franchise was founded in 2009 by competitive swimmer Chris DeJong, and with support from Level 5 Capital Partners, now has 43 pools open across 14 states. Big Blue continues to grow through franchising and plans to have a minimum of 269 units sold by the end of 2025. Big Blue Swim School's real estate expertise, strong brand, proprietary technology, and leadership support, coupled with its unparalleled consumer offerings, position its franchise partners for long-term success. To learn more about franchise opportunities with Big Blue Swim School, visit http://YourBigMomentStartsHere.com.