Here is a list of the best swimming schools in Kenya. Swimming is both a recreational activity as well as a sport in Kenya. For those taking it as a sport, occasional training is mandatory.
We have schools in Kenya with accredited instructors who offer excellent swimming lessons for beginners, intermediates and advanced swimmers. With this in mind, here is a list of the best environment-friendly swimming schools in Kenya.
Best Swimming Schools In Kenya
1. Swimaholics Kenya, Ruiru
Swimaholics Kenya is situated in Tatu City, Ruiru. They offer swimming lessons for kids and adults of all ages. Their team of instructors is very mobile and can come to tutor at the pool near your area. Their most popular swimming program is a 10-lesson course for elementary breaststroke. The course costs Ksh 8,500 and in the end, most people are comfortable swimming in the deep end. Swimaholics also offer swimming training programs for schools following the new CBC curriculum.
Contact: 0710 545 839, 0718 319 118
2. Swim Right Kenya
Swim Right Kenya is located at Westlands (Lantana Road), Nairobi. The school provides swimming lessons for both kids and adults in a safe and quiet environment at any heated pool near you. They have structured lessons that are tailored to suit each need.
Their instructors are highly trained and certified and have years of experience teaching swimming lessons. Swim Right Kenya also has an excellent program for children with special needs.
Contact: 0727 341 360
3. Swim Africa
Swim Africa is located in Montessori Learning Centre on Grevillea Grove, off Brookside Drive, Westlands, Nairobi. Offers swimming lessons for 6-month-olds to adults. The facility includes a teaching pool with ramps that make it easy for kids to get used to kicking off the bottom of the pool, which makes them feel more confident when they are in deep waters.
Their instructors are very friendly and determined; therefore, quality is guaranteed. Also, if you prefer having private lessons at your swimming pool, Swim Africa has got you covered.
Contact: 0729 201 544, 0790 143 951
Email: admin@swimafrica.net
4. Synergy Swimming Academy, Ngong Road
Synergy Swim Academy is located at Ngong Road, Nairobi. The academy offers a wide range of services for both children and adults. These include lessons, coaching, assessments, personal training sessions, and more. Their classes are small so that each student gets personalised attention from the instructors. They offer 12 lessons for both adults and Kids that go for Ksh 10,000.
Contact: 0712 557 821
6. Kasarani Aquatic Stadium
Kasarani Aquatic Stadium is located at Moi International Sports Centre in Nairobi. It’s known for its three huge swimming pools for training and recreation. The largest one is Olympic size for competitions, while the second is designed as a warm-up pool for competitors. The third one is fitted with diving boards at various heights. These pools are well-maintained and clean to make you comfortable.
The facility offers swimming lessons for all levels of ability, from beginner level to advanced. This includes disabled swimming lessons for those with disabilities from 16 years and water polo lessons for both adults and children.
There is also a 1.25m deep warm-up or training baby pool, spacious changing rooms, ample and secure parking, and a poolside cafeteria.
Contact: +254(0)20 860065
7. Kenya YMCA Aquatic Centre
The YMCA swimming pool is located along Statehouse Road, Nairobi. Their pool is situated in an immaculate environment and friendly place, which ensures that you receive no external distractions while learning how to swim. They offer swimming lessons for children from ages 3 to 18, as well as adult swimming classes for anyone who wants to improve their technique or learn how to swim for the first time. Swimming lessons cost Ksh 6500 for non-members and Ksh 5500 for members for 12 lessons.
Contact: 0723 164 633, 0737 474 664
8. Kenya School Of Swimming
Kenya School of Swimming is located in St. Christopher’s School, Karen, and St. Nicholas Senior School, Kabarnet Road, Nairobi. To enrol in this school, visit their website and register as a member. Upon completion of the full program that they offer, you will receive a membership certificate that facilitates swimmer registration with all the county and national level bodies.
In case you are taking swimming as a sport, then this is the best swimming school for you, as they always enrol some of their students in the African Senior Championships.
Contact: 0735 869 605
9. Swimtabulous Swim Lessons
The school offers personalised one-on-one swimming lessons for toddlers, preschoolers, beginners, young adults, and adults at their homes. Their swimming instructors do not only teach you and your child how to swim but water safety too. They also provide lifeguarding services for your pool parties.
Contact: 0721 107 601
Email: swimtabulous@gmail.com
10. Nairobi Swimming Academy
Nairobi Swimming Academy is located at Clarence House, Westlands, along School Lane. It is an excellent swimming school for anyone looking to improve their swimming skills or learn how to swim, as the coaches are knowledgeable, have excellent time management, and are dedicated to providing top-notch swim instructions.
The heated pool makes it even better. Nairobi Swimming Academy is also the perfect fit if your kid wants to try swimming, as you will always get an honest answer about how your child is doing. We would highly recommend this for anyone in the Nairobi area with children they want lessons for.
Contact: 0722 397725
Email: naiswimacademy@gmail.com
Good work. I wish to know if there is a swimming school in kirinyaga.
Ann