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“Our initiatives are focused on preventing drowning and equipping individuals with essential life-saving skills.”

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Saving Lives, One Stroke at a Time

Welcome to Swim Safe Kenya (SSK)

Swim Safe Kenya is a nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing drowning and promoting
water safety across Kenya. Through community outreach, certified training, and strategic
partnerships, we empower individuals and communities with lifesaving skills in and around water

Join us in creating safer waters for everyone.
“Every life lost to drowning is preventable.”

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Our Mission

To advocate for drowning prevention and water safety through accessible training, education,
and community-driven programs.

Our Vision

A Kenya where every individual—regardless of age or background—has the knowledge and
skills to stay safe in, on, and around water

We Offer Exceptional Programs

We offer comprehensive programs and services designed to build water competence across all
age groups and communities:

💧 Drowning Prevention & Awareness

Community safety campaigns
Educational outreach in schools & villages
World Drowning Prevention Day activations

🛟 Lifeguard & Rescue Training

Professional lifeguard certification (pool, open water)
Rescue techniques for beaches, rivers, and dams
Post-rescue care & aquatic emergency simulations

💉 Aquatic First Aid & CPR

CPR and first aid for drowning victims
Hypothermia & water-related trauma management

🏊 Survival Swimming Programs

School Survival Scheme Programs
“Swim to Survive” for children and teens
Inclusion of special needs and marginalized groups

🤿 SCUBA Diving Training

Beginner and advanced open water diver courses
Emergency response underwater techniques

🔧 Pool Safety & Maintenance

Safety audits and pool risk assessments
Hygiene and technical maintenance training

🏅 Lifesaving Sports Training

Promoting lifesaving as a competitive sport
Coaching clinics for athletes and officials

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Support Our Cause

Donate to Save Lives 💙

Every contribution makes a significant difference in saving lives and expanding water safety programs across Kenya. Your support enables us to provide swimming education, lifeguard training, and drowning prevention awareness, ultimately helping us to reach more communities and reduce drowning incidents.

Your support helps us train more lifeguards, equip communities, and save lives.
🔹 Donate – Help sponsor training, equipment, and outreach programs
🔹 Partner – Collaborate with us on school programs, events, or community clinics
🔹 Volunteer – Join our team as a trainer, medic, safety ambassador, or admin support
🔹 Sponsor a Swimmer – Support a child through our survival swim programs
🔹 In-Kind Support – Donate gear, equipment, or pool access

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One-Time Donation

Make a single contribution to directly support our ongoing programs and initiatives.

Monthly Giving

Commit to a monthly donation and become a consistent supporter of our mission to promote water safety.

Corporate Sponsorship

Partner with us to create lasting change while boosting your company's social responsibility efforts.

Comprehensive Water Safety Solutions

Services We Offer🌊

At Swim Safe Kenya, we are committed to offering comprehensive services that promote water safety and save lives.

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Swimming Lessons for All Ages 🏊‍♂️

We provide swimming lessons for children and adults, from beginner to advanced levels.
Inclusive Programs: We offer specialized programs for individuals with disabilities to ensure that water safety education is accessible to all.

Lifeguard Training and Certification 🚨

Our accredited lifeguard training programs provide essential lifesaving skills, including CPR and first aid. We also offer refresher courses to ensure lifeguards are up-to-date with the latest safety protocols, ready to respond in emergencies.

Scuba Diving Training 🤿

For enthusiasts and professionals alike, our scuba diving certification courses offer an opportunity to explore the underwater world safely. Our experienced instructors guide participants through comprehensive training to ensure they have the knowledge and skills for safe diving.

Survival Swimming Training 🏊‍♀️

We teach life-saving survival swimming techniques that focus on emergency situations. Participants learn crucial skills such as floating, swimming to safety, and performing basic rescue operations, all designed to help individuals protect themselves and others in water emergencies.

Pool Maintenance and Safety Consulting 🏊‍♂️💧

We offer pool maintenance services to ensure that swimming facilities remain safe and hygienic. Additionally, we provide consulting services on water safety protocols and assist in setting up safety measures for private pools, public water spaces, and community pools.

School Programs and Water Safety Campaigns 🏫🌍

We collaborate with schools to deliver water safety education and swimming lessons as part of our Swim for Life initiative. Our programs focus on teaching children vital water safety skills while raising awareness in local communities.

At Swim Safe Kenya, we are dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for water safety across all communities.

Endorsed by Leading Aquatic Authorities

Recognition and Accreditation 🏅

Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) is proud to be recognized and accredited by leading aquatic organizations in Kenya, ensuring that we meet the highest standards in water safety education and training. Our affiliations include:

Kenya Aquatics (KA)

We are officially recognized by Kenya Aquatics (KA), the national governing body for aquatic sports in Kenya. This accreditation reflects our commitment to providing safe, professional, and quality swimming and lifeguard training programs.

Kiambu County Aquatics Association (KCAA)

Our partnership with KCAA further strengthens our position as a leader in water safety, especially within the Kiambu region. This affiliation ensures that our programs are aligned with local and national standards for swimming education and drowning prevention.

Making Waves Across Kenya

🌟 Our Impact

✅ Trained over 200 certified lifeguards — including Kenyatta University graduates
✅ Supported recovery operations in collaboration with Kenya Red Cross and
National Disaster Operations Centre
✅ Reached thousands through drowning prevention clinics & outreach
✅ Engaged water-surrounded communities in Kajiado, Kilifi, Kisumu, Kiambu, and
beyond
✅ Built safety capacity in schools through tailored survival swimming programs
✅ Collaborated with schools, counties, and private pool operators on sustainable water
safety programs

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Latest News & Articles

Welcome to the Swim Safe Kenya Blog, your ultimate destination for everything related to swimming, water safety, and aquatic education.

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Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) Graduates 8 Lifeguards in September 2025 Pass-Out Ceremony

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Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) Shines at Kiambu County Aquatics Association Awards Gala

On Saturday, 9th August 2025, the Kiambu County Aquatics Association (KCAA), a valued partner of Swim Safe Kenya

Swim Safe Kenya Director Champions Sports and Water Safety at Lakewood Vantage Sports Day

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Swim Safe Kenya Director Promotes Sports and Drowning Prevention at Lakewood Vantage Group of Schools

Swim Safe Kenya Director Douglas Okatso urges students and parents at Lakewood Vantage to embrace sports and learn

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Kenya Aquatics has announced that Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) will take center stage in promoting aquatic safety during

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