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 8 reviews)); "Great staff, love the kids" ((in 8 reviews)); "Fun work environment" ((in 8 reviews)); "pay was good, but with obvious cons" ((in 7 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?

"During busy hours it gets very loud." ((in 4 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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Mixed bag - Assistant Manager Big Blue Swim School Employee Review

3.0

Feb 27, 2022

Assistant manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working with kids Great training process Swim curriculum is easy and well thought out Worked with some great people Growth opportunities

Cons

Long hours with no breaks You are expected to constantly answer messages, recruit, and answer customer complaints on your day off Split days off Benefits and PTO start after 60 days

Big Blue Swim School Response

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. As an Assistant Manager, we appreciate all you did to unlock the full potential of swimmers in the local community. While it is wonderful to hear that there were many aspects of working at Big Blue you enjoyed, it is disappointing to hear that you had challenges with long hours. Please understand that each Big Blue Swim School is independently owned and operated, and as such, experiences may vary based on your individual employer. We value your honest feedback and wish you the best in your future endeavors. - The Big Blue Swim School Franchise Team

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5.0

Jan 16, 2026

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great environment to work in

Cons

Not a lot of bad things to say! I enjoyed it

4.0

Jun 4, 2026

Swim instructor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great and inviting work environment everyone was very positive.

Cons

The chlorine in the water damage my skin.

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