about us
Mako Sharks Swim Club Kigali is the Leading Swimming club in Rwanda and We are a team built by coaching professional coaches who are passionate about promoting swimming talents. Mako Sharks Swim Club offers Adults swimming lessons and top tier competitive groups for all ages, from the beginner swimmer to the Olympian.
Mako Sharks Swim Club Kigali is the Leading Swimming club in Rwanda that
was established in 2017 by 5 swimming professional coaches that aimed to
promote and improve Swimming talents in Rwanda. Mako Sharks Swim Club Kigali is a
registered Club with Rwanda Governance Board and is affiliated swimming club member to
Rwanda Swimming Federation. Mako Sharks Swim Club Kigali operates in a good environment
with other partners including the Parents, private sector through hotel owners,
fellow swimming clubs, schools and other performers involved in swimming activities
We offer a comprehensive swim program for all athletes, from the beginner swimmer
to the Olympian. Our swim team utilizes a number of local pools and facilities.
Our home pool is located at Nyarutarama in Green Hills academy Campus.
our classes
Minifit / Beginners' Level
5 years and under
Class Time : In Week days We train Beginners level On Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:30pm to 6:00PM.
Class Time : In Weekends, we train beginners level on Saturdays from 10:30am to 11:30am.
MiniFit Ages: 3+ years Old swimmers MiniFit teaches the basic foundations for proper competitive swimming strokes while giving swimmers an introduction to practicing in a group environment. MiniFit Coaches make learning fun! Coaches give specific technique feedback and work on stroke improvements as well as swimming strength and confidence. Level 1: Little to No Experience Age: 3+ years old Ratio (Swimmers to Instructor): 3:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Comfortable attending class without a parent Description: Little to no experience needed. The class focuses on comfort, safety and fun! In the class swimmers will learn how to submerge underwater, float with assistance, wall crawl, blow bubbles, jump off and return to the wall enter and exit the pool safely. Level 2: Water Comfortable and FLOATING Age: 3+ years old Ratio: 4:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Bubbles, face underwater, climb out of the pool unassisted. Description: Swimmers at this level are comfortable in the water. This is a skill development class for beginners. Swimmers will learn how to float on their front and back unassisted, gliding. Level 3: Kicking & Push off Age: 3+ years old Ratio: 4:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Water Comfortable/ FLOATING Description: Swimmers at this level are intermediate in skill development and are preparing their skills for freestyle and breaststroke foundations. Swimmers in this class will learn how to kick legs and push off.
Junior / Intermediate Level
Six (6+) years old and Above
Class Time : In Week days We train intermediate level from 4:30pm to 6:00PM every Wednesdays and Fridays
Class Time : In Weekends, we train intermediate level on Saturday from 10:30am to 11:30am
Junior Team Ages: 4+ years Old. Intermediate / Junior Level combines endurance, stroke technique and a fun group environment to ensure that all participants make big improvements. Swimmers develop the four competitive strokes, starts and turns while improving endurance through drills and kick work. Swimmers have the opportunity to compete in MiniMeets to practice racing and show off newly learned skills. Level 4: Foundations of Freestyle ARMS Age: 4+ years old Ratio: 5:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Kicking & Push off Description: Swimmers at this level are developing their freestyle technique and side breathing, as well as breaststroke technique. Swimmers in this class will learn how to swim 25 yards (1 length of the pool) freestyle and backstroke, side breathing and streamline push offs. Level 5: Foundations of Breathing in Freestyle. Age: 4+ years old Ratio: 10:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Foundations of Freestyle Arms Description: Swimmers at this level will be introduced to the foundations of Breathing in Freestyle as well as skill development in full stroke of Freestyle
Senior Team / Advanced Level
10 Years Old and above
Class Time : In Week days We train Advanced level from 4:30pm to 6:00PM every Wednesdays and Fridays
Class Time : In Weekends, we train Advanced level on Saturdays from 10:30am to 12:30PM
Senior Team Ages: 8+ Years Old An engaging team environment with a specific focus on training, endurance and speed. This is a good fit for multi-sport and high competitive athletes. Swimmers train to improve technique and efficiency in the competitive strokes and build strength through intervals and kick work. Level 6: Senior / Advanced Level Age: 10+ years old Ratio: 10:1 Entrance Skills Needed: Foundations of Freestyle and Breaststroke Description: Improve and maintain stroke technique over distance, and develop advanced training and race skills producing a swimmer who is ready for competitions of local and international. • Advance swimming stamina in all four strokes while maintaining proper technique • Improve efficiency in all four strokes • Develop turn and finish techniques for all four strokes • Knowledge and understanding of club training practices and competitions rules.
Masters Team / Adults Swimming Classes
18 Years Old and Above
Class Time : In Week days We train Adult swimmers from 6:00pm to 7:30PM every Wednesdays and Fridays
Class Time : In Weekends, we train Adult swimmers on Saturdays from 08:00am to 10:00am
ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS Can’t swim or just not as strong swimmer as you’d like to be? Join the club! Many adults across the Kigali are learning to swim and enjoying a whole new world in water. Mako Sharks Swim Club Masters/adult swimming programme meets all your swimming needs. With our range of adult swimming classes for all swimming levels, we’ll get you to where you want to be – whether that’s learning to swim for the first time, training for an event by taking intensive swimming lessons, or improving your technique with our Mako Sharks senior swim classes. Our fitness experts and swim instructors can coach you in groups if you want to learn with a friend, or individually, and you’ll be surprised how easy and fun it is once you get started WHY LEARN TO SWIM AS AN ADULT?: Swimming is a valuable skill to learn in any stage of life no matter your age. Our adult learn to swim classes are fantastic for your physical and mental wellbeing too, as well as being a low-impact sport that most people can enjoy, regardless of age or fitness level. If you’re searching for ‘swimming classes for adults near me’, look no further, as with Mako Sharks Swim Club Kigali you not regret to join the Club and our team will help you make the most of your time in the pool in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. For Patients who are in need of Aquatic therapy, the main ojectives or aims are to bring relief to patients suffering from musculoskeletal or neuromuscular disorders or injury. Aquatic therapy is an exercise program that is conducted in the water for: Fitness. Physical rehabilitation. Relaxation; and. Therapeutic benefit. OVERCOMING YOUR WATER PHOBIA:, Can swimming lessons for adults afraid of water work? Our trained professionals are here to help you overcome your water phobia with slow and gradual exercises and plenty of support. We’ll be with you every step of the way to help you feel more confident in the pool, Just Join the Class today.
our Coaches
COACH NAPA ANTHONY
Swim Coach
Currently GHA Swimming Teacher Experience of over 10 years teaching younger children and senior teams. Former Ass. Head coach of Uganda National swimming Team. Former Head Coach of Uganda Makerere University swimming Team World Aquatics Certified swimming coach level 2
COACH JIMMY NDORI
Swim Coach
Currently GHA Swimming Teacher Experience of over 10 years teaching younger children and Senior Team. currently The Head coach of Rwanda National Swimming Team. World Aquatics Certified swimming Coach level 2
COACH CLEMENT MUHIRE
Swim Coach
Currently GHA Swimming Teacher Experience of over 10 years teaching younger children and Senior team. Former Ass. Head coach of Rwanda National Swimming Team. World Aquatics Certified swimming Coach level 2
COACH JAMES BAZATSINDA
Swim Coach
Currently GHA PE Teacher Experience of over 10 years teaching younger children and Senior team. World Aquatics Certified Swimming Coach level 2 2020 Tokyo Olympic Coach for Rwanda National Swim Team
COACH PATRICK RUKUNDO
Swim Coach
Experience of over 10 years teaching younger Swimmers and adults Well experienced in competition trainings Former Technical Director of Rwanda Swimming Federation World Aquatics Certified Swimming Coach Level 2
COACH GABY
Swim Coach
Gaby is a highly experienced beginner's swim coach known for his ability to connect with kids and make swimming fun. With his experience in coaching and a background in competitive swimming, he emphasizes water safety, confidence-building, and personal growth. Gaby is praised for her patience, positivity, and innovative teaching methods that engage and inspire young swimmers.
COACH BOSCO
Swim Coach
Coach Bosco excels in creating a positive, fun learning environment that helps young swimmers thrive and overcome waterphobia.