John Fitzpatrick is the owner and head coach of Chicago Blue Dolphins, a swim school based in downtown Chicago. He has been a full-time swim instructor since 2001 and a Total Immersion Certified Professional since 2002; he currently holds the TI Level 2 coaching certification. He also holds coaching certifications with the American Swim Coaches Association and US Masters Swimming, certifications as a Lifeguard and Lifeguard Instructor with the American Red Cross, and several other swim instruction and training certifications. He enjoys working with a large range of students from infants to senior citizens and from beginners to college-aspiring athletes. He's been a competitive swimmer for over forty-five years and still competes in Masters and open water swimming events.
