Kiambu County Aquatics Association (KCAA) is set to host the Inter-County Invitational Minnows Swimming Championship from 14th to 15th November 2026 at Mpesa Foundation Academy. The two-day competition will bring together young swimmers from different counties to showcase their talent, gain competitive experience, and celebrate the growing popularity of swimming in Kenya.

The championship is expected to attract swimming clubs, schools, coaches, and young athletes, providing an exciting platform for grassroots swimming development and inter-county competition.

Bringing Young Swimming Talent Together

The Inter-County Invitational Minnows Swimming Championship is designed to encourage participation and nurture young swimmers through organized competitive swimming.

By bringing together athletes from different counties, the championship creates opportunities for swimmers to test their abilities against new competitors, learn from one another, and develop confidence in the competitive environment.

Events such as these play an important role in identifying emerging talent while encouraging discipline, sportsmanship, teamwork, and commitment among young athletes.

The competition also provides coaches with an opportunity to assess swimmers’ progress across different strokes and events, helping guide their continued development.

Championship Age Categories

The championship will feature the following age groups:

  • 8–9 years
  • 10–11 years
  • 12–13 years
  • 14–15 years
  • 16–17 years
  • 18 years and above

The wide range of age categories provides opportunities for young swimmers at different stages of their competitive journey to participate and demonstrate their abilities.

Promoting Grassroots and Inter-County Swimming

Kiambu Aquatics continues to support swimming development through competitions that encourage participation among schools, clubs, and individual swimmers.

Inter-county championships are particularly important in strengthening relationships between swimming clubs and associations while creating a broader competitive platform for athletes.

Through these initiatives, young swimmers can gain valuable experience, improve their performance, and develop the confidence needed to progress to higher levels of competition.

The championship also contributes to the wider growth of swimming in Kenya by encouraging more families, schools, and communities to embrace aquatic sports.

Championship Details

The Kiambu Aquatics Inter-County Invitational Minnows Swimming Championship will take place as follows:

  • Dates: Saturday, 14th and Sunday, 15th November 2026
  • Venue: Mpesa Foundation Academy
  • Organizer: Kiambu County Aquatics Association

Participation Charges

The charges indicated by the organizers are:

  • Individual entry: KSh 500
  • Relay entry: KSh 1,000
  • Spectator entry: KSh 1,000

Payment Information

Participants can make payments using the following details:

  • M-Pesa Paybill: 400200
  • Account Number: 55460

Parents, coaches, and participating clubs are encouraged to contact the organizers for registration requirements and additional competition information.

How to Register or Make Enquiries

For registration details and further information, interested swimmers, parents, coaches, and clubs can reach Kiambu Aquatics through the following channels:

Building the Next Generation of Swimming Champions

The Inter-County Invitational Minnows Swimming Championship represents another important step in strengthening grassroots swimming in Kenya.

By providing young athletes with opportunities to compete, learn, and interact with swimmers from other counties, Kiambu Aquatics continues to contribute to the development of a stronger and more competitive swimming community.

Beyond medals and trophies, the championship is an opportunity for young swimmers to build confidence, develop discipline, and discover their potential.

Swim Safe Kenya recognizes the importance of such initiatives in encouraging swimming participation and promoting water safety education. Developing swimming skills at an early age can contribute to both sporting excellence and lifelong aquatic safety.

Save the Date!

Swimming clubs, schools, coaches, parents, and young athletes are encouraged to prepare for this exciting two-day championship.

The Kiambu Aquatics Inter-County Invitational Minnows Swimming Championship promises an exciting celebration of young swimming talent, competition, and the future of aquatics in Kenya.

Date: 14th–15th November 2026
Venue: Mpesa Foundation Academy

Together, let us nurture young talent, strengthen swimming development, and inspire the next generation of aquatic champions.