Life Time River North at One Chicago Elevator Maintenance

Attention members, one elevator will be shut down for maintenance from the local vendor and our aim is to have it back in service sometime next week.... View More

Attention members, one elevator will be shut down for maintenance from the local vendor and our aim is to have it back in service sometime next week. We apologize for any inconvenience during this time. Thank you for your understanding. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 6 days ago

Club Access Reminder

For the safety and security of all members and guests, we are sending a friendly reminder to please scan your membership QR code from the Life Time a... View More

For the safety and security of all members and guests, we are sending a friendly reminder to please scan your membership QR code from the Life Time app to unlock the door or show your membership credentials to our security concierge upon each visit when using the 15 W Chicago avenue entry. Thank you for your understanding and support. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 17 days ago

Life Time River North Beach Club Update

We will open the deck the first week of May, weather permitting. May 12 will require Beach Club access. Memorial Day weekend will begin our food and... View More

We will open the deck the first week of May, weather permitting. May 12 will require Beach Club access. Memorial Day weekend will begin our food and beverage service. Bistro hours will be 10a-8p daily, Family Swim hours are 10a-8p Sunday-Thursday, and 10a-4p Fri/Sat. Children under 12 must be with an adult. No outside food, beverage, smoking, individual music is not allowed. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 21 days ago

Life Time River North Update

Dear members, for your safety and security we have implemented 24 hour security on the first floor entrance. This will require you to always scan you... View More

Dear members, for your safety and security we have implemented 24 hour security on the first floor entrance. This will require you to always scan your card in the vestibule or present your membership identification to our security doorman upon entry. Thank you for understanding. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 5 months ago

Life Time River North Bike Rack

Dear members, we now have a bike rack located in the first floor vestibule. We will no longer allow bikes to be parked in the lobby or overnight othe... View More

Dear members, we now have a bike rack located in the first floor vestibule. We will no longer allow bikes to be parked in the lobby or overnight otherwise they will be removed. Another option is the bike rack in front of Whole Foods. Thank you for your understanding. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 7 months ago

Life Time River North Parking

Dear Members, the operator of our parking garage has alerted us to issues involving exit gate tampering and they are currently working to identify th... View More

Dear Members, the operator of our parking garage has alerted us to issues involving exit gate tampering and they are currently working to identify those responsible. For our members, just a friendly reminder to validate parking tickets at the front desk. Pay machines are available in the elevator vestibules or at the exit gate. If any issues, simply use the call button. Thanks for your support. View Less

River North at One Chicago – 9 months ago

A teen puts on swim goggles to prepare for a race on the Life Time swim team.

Swim Team

Our USA Swimming team offers age-specific training (5–18) that challenges and develops each swimmer to the best of their abilities. Weekly practices, professional coaching and regular meets transform a young swimmer into a driven athlete.

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Beginner

Kids in the Developmental Team are exploring the possibility of competitive swimming. They have completed the Life Time 601 lesson program or some equivalent and want more than 30 or 45 minutes of swimming in a week. They learn the basics of freestyle, and develop a foundation for competitive breaststroke and backstroke, along with the racing turns.

Requirements:

  • 25 butterfly with legal finish
  • 25 breaststroke with legal finish
  • 50 legal backstroke with proper body position and finish on back
  • 50 legal freestyle with rhythmic, bilateral breathing

Age: 7–10 years old (possibly younger)
Practice: Up to 2x per week for 45 minutes

Our entry-level competitive Bronze Team helps swimmers become proficient in the four swimming strokes. Practices focus on stroke technique with fun sets designed to develop endurance and get swimmers excited about racing. Swimmers participate in at least one Minnesota Swimming, Inc., sanctioned swim meet per season.

Requirements:

  • 3 x 50-yard freestyle on 1:20 interval
  • 100 IM on 2:30 interval
  • 3 x 50-yard backstroke on 1:40 interval
  • Legally complete a 50-yard swim of every race

Age: 7–13 years old
Practice: Up to 4x per week for 1 hour

Intermediate

Swimmers on the Silver Team continue to work on stroke technique with the addition of race strategy as members begin competing more frequently.

Requirements:

  • 3x100-yard freestyle on 1:50 interval or 5x100-yard freestyle on 2:00 interval
  • 200 IM on 4:15 interval or 3x100 IM on 2:10 interval
  • 100-yard backstroke on 2:10 interval or 2x50-yard backstroke on 1:15 interval
  • Racing start
  • Understands intervals and reads pace clock

Age: 7–13 years old
Practice: Up to 4x per week for 75 minutes

Swimmers on Gold Team have considerable experience in competitive swimming. They may swim up to 4,500 yards in a 90-minute practice time and prepare for longer races like the 400 IM, 1000 freestyle and 200 backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.

Requirements:

  • 8 x 100 freestyle on 1:40

Age: 11–18 years old
Practice: Up to 5x per week for 90 minutes

Advanced

Swimmers on Senior Team have achieved champ (state) times. They are expected to manage a practice of 6,000 yards and be at six practices per week as well as attend swimming competitions at the coach’s direction. They will do dryland activities beyond the two-hour swim practice and utilize fins, paddles and snorkels.

Requirements:

  • 8 x 100 freestyle on 1:25

Age: 13–18 years old
Practice: Up to 6x per week for 2 hour

This is a special group of swimmers who train and swim with their college teams during the school year, and train with Life Time in the summer months. They typically have a 90-minute practice in the early morning of the summer months or train with the Senior Team.

What age can you sign up for swim team? Age ranges?

In general, there are no age limitations for swim team. Swim team participation is dependent on the level of the swimmer. The age range for swim team depends on the individual club.

Where can I find pricing and schedules for swim team?

For the most accurate and updated information, please speak to the aquatics leader at your club during your next visit.

Is membership required to enroll in swim team?

An active club-accessing membership is required to enroll in swim team.

How do I get my child assessed for swim team?

Members are encouraged to schedule an assessment/tryout to determine if their child is ready for swim team and to determine the correct placement. Swim assessments can be scheduled through the Life Time Digital app.

Are there starting blocks?

Presence of starting blocks varies by location. Select clubs that meet pool-depth requirements for starting blocks will have them.

Are there flags?

There are backstroke flags at both the indoor and outdoor pools.

Is there a multiple child discount for swim team?

For members enrolling multiple children in swim team, all children after the first child enrolled will receive a 25% discount.

Does swim team swim indoors or outdoors?

Most swim team practices take place within our indoor pools. However, the outdoor pool may be used depending on the location and weather.