Does Big Blue Swim School pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Big Blue Swim School employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.4 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Big Blue Swim School. This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Big Blue Swim School?

72% of Big Blue Swim School employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Big Blue Swim School 3.7 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Big Blue Swim School?

Swim Instructor (44) , Swim Associate (28) , Assistant Manager (8) , Swim Teacher (6) , Instructor (5) , Deck Supervisor (4) , General Manager (4) , Deck Supervisor, Instructor, Lifeguard (2) , Manager (2) , Software Engineer (2)

What are the pros of working at Big Blue Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"The management was pretty good (aside from a few months when we did not have a good manager) and they'll defended you over the (sometimes) crazy parents." ((in 9 reviews)); "Good pay, bonuses, build connections with students" ((in 8 reviews)); "Great staff, love the kids" ((in 8 reviews)); "fun work environment" ((in 8 reviews)); "Work directly with kids and constant training and communication" ((in 6 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Big Blue Swim School according to real employee reviews?

"Difficult management Poor hiring Long hours in chlorine are tough on skin" ((in 3 reviews)); "During busy hours it gets very loud." ((in 3 reviews)); "Leadership is inconsistent and petty with how they enforce the handbook." ((in 3 reviews)); "Being Full time and not being able to pick up more hours." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Big Blue Swim School layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Big Blue Swim School layoffs and their outlook for job security at Big Blue Swim School in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Big Blue Swim School locations?

Chicago , Wilmette , Buffalo Grove , Niles , Tustin , Hoffman Estates , Fairfax , Point Loma , Chantilly , Dulles , Falls Church , Aurora , Cranberry , Germantown , Atlanta , Cottonwood Heights , North Brunswick , Watchung , Orem , Illinois City , Sterling , Kansas City , Alexandria , Concord , Apex , Noblesville , Huntington Beach , San Diego , Olathe , Cranberry Twp

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3.9

72% would recommend to a friend

(157 total reviews)

Scott Sanders

76% approve of CEO

60% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.4

Diversity & inclusion

4.0

Culture & values

3.7

Work/Life balance

3.6

Senior management

3.5

Career opportunities

3.4

Compensation and benefits

Big Blue Swim School has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 157 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Big Blue Swim School employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry (3.9 stars).

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157 reviews

5.0

Feb 18, 2016

Best place in the north shore!

Swim instructor

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Pros

You get to have fun every day at work. I don't even feel like I'm working. Just a positive work environment, great people to be around and plus the kids are what make it so rewarding! They are flexible when something comes up for scheduling and making sure you are comfortable and happy! Anytime you have questions about ANYTHING they are willing to help you, especially when it comes to the lessons. I would highly recommend if you want a fun, energetic and beyond rewarding job. Look no further 👍

Cons

I don't see any cons working here. I have the utmost confidence that this company is amazing! Trust me if you love kids, you'll love working here!!!

2.0

Feb 15, 2016

Big Blue Fool School

Anonymous employee

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Pros

They start you off at $12 an hour which is better than minimum wage. And it's a great temporary job.

Cons

Raises have changed. You're lucky if you get 20 cents. The higher raises go to employees they are scared to lose. There is a lot of favoritism at Big Blue. If you aren't on someone's good side, they will pick at everything you do. The managers are the biggest culprits with this. If they don't like you, they do everything in their power to get rid of you. They have a very high turnover rate. Big blue is ran by bullies. The CEO is oblivious to everything. Or maybe he is a bully as well. I actually had a MANAGER tell me they are famous for Penny pinching!!!

4.0

Oct 14, 2015

Big Blue

Anonymous employee

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Pros

After having many different jobs the past 5 years, Big Blue Swim School is by far my favorite. For the first time ever I love coming to work everyday. I love working with the children and that everyday brings something new. I feel that I have made connections with a lot of different families between customer service and being in the water. I love how hands on this job is and seeing the progress from the children. The managers make me feel appreciated and when there is something I need to work on, I feel that I am told in a professional manner and that my potential is seen and acknowledged. One of the main reasons I chose to work at Big Blue was because of the growth opportunity and the amount of fun everyone seemed to be having. Big Blue has great incentives such as weekend pizza, move up rewards and bonuses.

Cons

Some cons of working at Big Blue is it being required to work a weekend day and the amount of hours you have to spend here to meet full time. Scheduling days off is difficult and I never know if my day is approved until right before. Since I have started here 6 months ago, I've had to buy 4 bathing suits and my skin took a long time to adjust to the amount of chlorine it was being exposed too.

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