Our season runs from September through the completion of the Illinois Summer Games in June. We train on Sundays from 11:15 to 12:45 and follow the District 128 schedule for winter and spring breaks and major holidays. We practice in the beautiful Libertyville High School pool where we host our swim meets.

The September annual enrollment fee is $350 and is non-refundable. Team memberships are not prorated.

A $100 discount ($250 annually) is provided if you volunteer for our annual fundraising effort - the Knights of Columbus Tootsie Roll Drive.

We would love to have you join our program!

Swimmer qualifications:

• Eleven years of age or older with a documented developmental disability.
• Capable of swimming 25 yards correctly in at least 2 strokes - typically freestyle and backstroke.
• Be able to swim in an "all deep" pool without assistance. Our competition pool averages 7 feet in depth.
• Be able to understand English language instructions and positively react to guidance from coaches.
• Must be able to manage personal hygiene and function independently in the locker room
• No major behavioral disorders.
• Must be able to take turns and work with teammates in the same lane. We are not staffed for one-on-one coaching.
• A positive attitude and a willingness to improve their swimming skills.
• Athlete/parents must register with Illinois Special Olympics and submit a health history form and liability waiver.
• A desire to work hard, compete, have tons of fun, and be part of the best Special Olympic swim team in Illinois!

Feel free to request a tryout for the team, or ask any questions using "Contact Us" menu.

Enrollment scheduled for August 15th!

Remember to complete the Illinois Special Olympics registration below.

Enroll & pay for the 2025 - 2026 Libertyville Stars season

The athlete or their parents/guardians must also register with our parent organization, Special Olympics Illinois. Users create a log in and register as an athlete through SOILL's Center of Excellence portal. Both a consent form and a health history form must be completed in order to participate. You can also update your contact and health information when things change.

We are in Region B and our agency name is the Libertyville Stars Swim Club.