Douglas Okatso Appointed to the Coaches and Education Committee

Swim Safe Kenya Celebrates a Remarkable Leadership Milestone

Swim Safe Kenya (SSK) is delighted to congratulate Douglas Okatso, the Director of Swim Safe Kenya, on his well-deserved appointment to the Coaches and Education Committee. This prestigious appointment recognizes his exceptional contribution to swimming, aquatic education, coaching excellence, and lifesaving both in Kenya and internationally.

Douglas has dedicated his career to advancing water safety and developing coaches, swimmers, and lifesaving professionals. His appointment is a reflection of years of hard work, unwavering commitment, and a passion for creating safer aquatic environments for everyone.

A Leader in Coaching and Aquatic Education

Douglas Okatso serves as the Head Coach of Premier Swimming Club, which operates in Meru and Kiambu, where he has mentored swimmers from grassroots to elite competition. He also serves as the Honorary Secretary of Kiambu Aquatics, playing a vital role in the growth and development of competitive swimming within the county.

As the Director of Swim Safe Kenya, Douglas has led numerous initiatives aimed at promoting water safety, reducing drowning, and building lifesaving capacity throughout the country. His vision has helped position Swim Safe Kenya as one of the country’s leading organizations dedicated to water safety education and professional lifeguard training.

Championing Water Safety Across Kenya

Over the years, Douglas has collaborated with leading institutions to deliver specialized training in lifesaving and aquatic safety. Through Swim Safe Kenya, he has partnered with organizations including:

• Kenyatta University
• KenGen
• Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)
• Nairobi Water
• Kenya Ports Authority (KPA)

These partnerships have empowered hundreds of participants with practical knowledge and internationally recognized skills in:

• Lifeguarding
• Water safety education
• Survival swimming
• Emergency rescue techniques
• Aquatic risk management

His work continues to strengthen the culture of water safety across schools, universities, workplaces, and communities.

Internationally Recognized Qualifications

Douglas is widely respected as one of the region’s most accomplished aquatic education professionals. His impressive qualifications demonstrate his dedication to continuous professional development and excellence.

His certifications include:

• ASCA Level 4 Swimming Coach
• International Lifesaving Instructor licensed by the International Life Saving Society (ILS)
• Accredited Lifesaving Educator through the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS)

These globally recognized qualifications have enabled him to train coaches, instructors, lifeguards, and aquatic professionals to international standards while promoting best practices in water safety and drowning prevention.

A Well-Deserved Recognition

Douglas Okatso’s appointment to the Coaches and Education Committee is a testament to his professionalism, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the development of aquatics. His expertise in coach education, athlete development, and lifesaving will undoubtedly make a significant contribution to the committee’s work and the future of aquatic sports.

His leadership continues to inspire coaches, swimmers, educators, and water safety advocates across Kenya and beyond.

Congratulations from the Swim Safe Kenya Family

The entire Swim Safe Kenya fraternity proudly celebrates this outstanding achievement and congratulates Douglas on reaching another important milestone in his distinguished career.

We are confident that he will continue to serve with excellence, integrity, and vision while making an even greater impact in coaching education, aquatic leadership, and lifesaving.

Congratulations once again, Douglas Okatso!

Your dedication continues to shape the future of aquatics, strengthen water safety education, and inspire the next generation of coaches and lifesaving professionals.