Kasarani Aquatic Stadium — Swimming Lessons

Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, part of the Moi International Sports Centre on Thika Road, is Kenya's national swimming venue — and also runs affordable public learn-to-swim lessons. Qualified instructors start toddlers in a dedicated baby pool before graduating them to the standard pools, with lifeguards on duty throughout. As a public facility rather than a private club, it's usually the most affordable structured swim programme in the city.

How to join

1. 1This is learn-to-swim at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, on Thika Road — not a casual swim afternoon. Contact the centre to book a lesson slot.
2. 2Lessons run year-round on weekdays and weekends. Ask for the public children's programme, not a stadium event.
3. 3Toddlers start in the dedicated baby pool; they move to the standard pools as they progress. Say the child's age and whether they can put their face in the water.
4. 4Schools and organised groups can book group lessons directly with the centre. Do that by phone or through Sports Kenya, not by turning up with a class.
5. 5Arrive in kit, with a towel. Lifeguards are on duty through lessons. As a public facility it is usually cheaper than a private club — still confirm the current lesson fee when you book.
6. 6Pickup is at the end of the lesson, not after free play. It is a short session.

What kids actually do here

• Public learn-to-swim at the national aquatic stadium
• A baby pool for toddlers before they join the bigger pools
• Qualified instructors
• Lifeguards on duty
• Year-round weekday and weekend lessons
• Group bookings for schools
• Usually the more affordable structured swim option in Nairobi

What to pack

• Swimsuit, towel and goggles
• A swim nappy for the baby pool
• Flip-flops for the wet deck
• A warm layer for after — Kasarani wind on wet hair is grim

Parent questions

Can we walk in for a family swim?

The listing is for booked learn-to-swim lessons. Call the centre and take a slot rather than arriving for a public splash about.

Where do very small children start?

In the dedicated baby pool, then they graduate to the standard pools.

Hours, tickets and activity rules change. Confirm the current details on the official site or at the gate before you travel.