Dan Chruscinski

Skip the after-school rush and reclaim your weeknights. Discover why midday swim lessons are the ultimate life hack for parents, toddlers, and adults.

Curious about floating sound baths? Discover how combining weightless floating with acoustic instruments creates the ultimate relaxation experience, and what to expect at your first session.

Tired of just flailing in the water? From the front crawl to the infamous butterfly, here is a normal person’s guide to the swimming strokes you actually need to know.

Stressing about the “right” age to start swim lessons? From 6-month-old water babies to cautious 6-year-olds, here is your stress-free guide to when kids should actually hit the pool.

School is starting, but that doesn’t mean you should pack away the goggles. Discover the mental, physical, and sanity-saving benefits of year-round swimming for kids and parents at The Swim Advantage.

If you grew up playing Sharks & Minnows, you basically survived an aquatic battle royale. Here is why those chaotic 90s pool games were secretly genius, and how we keep the fun alive at The Swim Advantage.

Go ahead, pull up your weather app. Is it Fool’s Spring? Third Winter? We know how unpredictable our weather can be. That is exactly why our climate-controlled indoor pool parties at The Swim Advantage are the absolute best way to celebrate all year round. Ditch the backup plans and dive into the fun!

Need an afternoon energy burner or a place to chill? Check out weekday Open Swim at The Swim Advantage in Joliet. Clean water, no crowds, and no commitments!

The 4th of July is the ultimate summer holiday, but between the bustling backyard BBQs, crowded lakes, and fireworks, water safety can easily slip through the cracks. Before you light the sparklers and fire up the grill, check out our essential tips for keeping your family safe around the water this Independence Day!

Heading to Hurricane Harbor or the Dells this summer? As a self-proclaimed “helicopter dad,” I know exactly how stressful crowded water parks can be. Check out my top safety tips to ensure your family’s next water park excursion is memorable for all the right reasons!