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About · Est. November 2020

A Nairobi academy
built on
safety & skill.

Pro Swim Academy Kenya is a premier swimming and aquatic training institution in Nairobi — dedicated to confident swimmers, water safety and competitive excellence for kids, adults and schools.

1:1
Swimmer : Coach
Heated
Indoor pool
5
Program pathways
Pro Swim Academy Kenya heated indoor pool in Runda, Nairobi
Runda · Heated Indoor Pool
Every level.
Every age.
Member Booking
Slots · Coaches · Schedule
Founded
November 2020, by certified swimming professionals.
Where we train
Runda heated indoor pool · Competitive & Masters at Westlands Primary.
What you get
Structured progression, confidence and technique, rooted in safety.
Mission & Vision

Every Kenyan child
should be safe in water

Drowning is preventable. We teach swimming as a life skill first and a sport second — so that confidence in water becomes ordinary, not exceptional.

From that foundation we build technique, discipline and — for those who want it — a genuine competitive pathway. Whatever the level, the standard is the same: swim like a pro.

Safety is non-negotiable

Certified lifeguarding underpins every session — no exceptions, at any level.

Patience over pressure

Nervous swimmers set their own pace. Nobody is pushed in — literally or otherwise.

Technique, not tricks

Proper stroke mechanics from day one, so progress compounds instead of plateauing.

Access matters

Through KSTCA we sponsor talented swimmers who couldn't otherwise afford the pool.

Our Journey · 2015 → 2020

A step-by-step path to PSAK

Founded in 2020 by certified professionals Samuel Oduor Otieno and Polykens Ochieng Otieno — the standard was set long before the doors opened.

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2015
Where it began

Professional swimming development at YMCA Nairobi through a structured Learn-to-Swim foundation.

2016
Safety certified

Lifesaving and lifeguarding certification (January–July) — embedding water safety at the core of every session.

2016–17
Coaching at scale

SwimRight School in Westlands, training learners drawn from multiple Nairobi schools.

2017–20
Refined in Dubai

Years abroad sharpening technical skill, consistency and a truly professional coaching standard.

Nov 2020
PSAK launches

Pro Swim Academy Kenya officially opens in Nairobi — founded by certified professionals.

What We Do

Structured aquatic programs

01

Learn-to-Swim

Confidence-first lessons for toddlers, kids and adults — from first splash to independent swimming.

02

Competitive Training

Squad structure, conditioning and race skills for junior, senior and masters swimmers.

03

Water Safety Education

Safety habits, self-rescue and respect for water taught from the very first session.

04

Aqua Aerobics & Fitness

Low-impact, joint-friendly conditioning and recovery training in water.

Growth & Partnerships

Expanding, responsibly

April 2023 · KSTCA Partnership

Backing advanced swimmers

Co-funded renovations to the Westlands Primary semi-Olympic pool and sponsors needy, talented students — supporting the next generation of competitive talent.

October 2024 · Runda Branch

A second home in Nairobi

Our Runda branch brings a comfortable, family-friendly facility with a heated indoor pool — built to grow with the academy and our swimmers.

School inquiry
Runda heated indoor pool
Home Branch
Runda · Heated indoor pool
Kwaheri Road, off Northern Bypass · Open daily 7am–7pm
Westlands Primary semi-Olympic pool
Squad Training
Westlands · Semi-Olympic pool
Competitive & Masters squads · renovated with KSTCA
Leadership

Founded by professionals

Talk to our team
Samuel Oduor Otieno

Samuel Oduor Otieno

Director · Certified Swimming Professional
Polykens Ochieng Otieno

Polykens Ochieng Otieno

Director · Certified Swimming Professional
Ready to get started?

Register or message us for the best program

The member booking system is available after sign-up. WhatsApp is the fastest way to confirm a slot.

What to share on WhatsApp
  • Swimmer's age
  • Confidence level
  • Goals — learn, technique or fitness
  • Preferred weekday or weekend times