Chris DeJong is a person in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2018. 185 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Chris DeJong is a U.S. National Team swimmer and the founder of Big Blue Swim School [[2026-08-18 Big Blue Swim School Campaigns for Families to Make Swim Lessons Part of Their R (726006)]] * Big Blue Swim School was founded in 2009 by Chris DeJong [[2026-08-18 Big Blue Swim School Campaigns for Families to Make Swim Lessons Part of Their R (726006)]] * Chris DeJong co-founded Big Blue Swim School with John Lonergan [[2024-07-08 Big Blue Swim School Franchise Costs, Fees and Profit (f9a368)]] * Big Blue Swim School has expanded to nearly 60 pools nationwide [[2026-08-19 Big Blue Swim School Builds on Steady Growth and Performance in 2026, Reigniting (06a6ea)]] * The brand has sold over 250 units across the United States [[2025-12-02 Big Blue Swim School reaches 50 locations (94fc1d)]] * Big Blue Swim School has reached a milestone with the opening of its 50th location [[2025-12-02 Big Blue Swim School reaches 50 locations (94fc1d)]] * Big Blue Swim School requires an initial investment of $3,124,900 to $4,351,100 to start [[2024-07-08 Big Blue Swim School Franchise Costs, Fees and Profit (f9a368)]]
Big Blue Swim School is considered a top franchise investment opportunity due to its superior curriculum, innovative technology, and recession-resistant business model.
Big Blue Swim School dives in to lead the fragmented learn-to-swim category, with a concept that is quickly becoming one of the nation's fastest-growing swim school franchises.
Private equity group Level 5 Capital Partners invests in Big Blue Swim School, attracted by its superior curriculum, proprietary technology, and data-based real estate strategy.
Big Blue Swim School is expanding to the East Coast, with plans to open locations in Boston and other areas.
Chris DeJong, founder of Big Blue Swim School, shares his story of turning a near loss to Michael Phelps into a multi-million-dollar business.
Big Blue Swim School offers a unique franchise opportunity for families, with a proprietary lesson planning and scheduling software and a community focus.
Big Blue Swim School is coming to Wake County, North Carolina, as part of a three-unit deal signed by husband-and-wife franchisees Wayne and Linda van der Poll.
Big Blue Swim School to hit 150 units by 2021
Big Blue Swim School founder Chris DeJong is featured on The Franchise Story Podcast, sharing his journey and business insights.
Big Blue Swim School has emerged as a leader in the swim school industry with its data-driven and confidence-building approach.
Big Blue Swim School provides a simplistic, turn-key franchise opportunity, with a focus on creating a welcoming atmosphere for families.
Big Blue Swim School founder Chris DeJong scouts locations for the next Big Blue Swim School in the Phoenix metropolitan area, citing abandoned shopping centers and strip malls as ideal locations.
Big Blue Swim School is targeting 10 units in Seattle, Washington, through franchising.
Hearne siblings sign 5-unit deal with Big Blue Swim School
Big Blue Swim School is expanding to the Atlanta market, with plans to open 11 locations.
Big Blue Swim School plans to expand to 400 locations in the next 10 years, teaching a third of US kids how to swim.
A family's journey to becoming Big Blue Swim School franchisees, motivated by a tragic drowning incident and a desire to promote pool safety.
Big Blue Swim School targets 11 units in Phoenix for major franchise growth, seeking multi-unit partners for the children's swim school franchise.
Big Blue Swim School plans major Florida expansion, with new locations in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa, and Sarasota.
Big Blue Swim School partners with Shorewood Development Group for 16 units
Big Blue Swim School founder Chris DeJong shares his story of turning a near-miss Olympic experience into a successful franchise opportunity, expanding to 45 new locations by the end of 2019.
Big Blue Swim School's depth of leadership positions the brand for success, with a founder who is a U.S. National Champion swimmer and a team of experienced professionals.
Big Blue Swim School strengthens its leadership team with new Vice Presidents of Marketing and Operations, Brooke Mallick and Justin Waltz, to drive growth and expansion.
Big Blue Swim School signs 5-unit deal with former Orangetheory Fitness franchisees.