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Swimming Breakthrough in Kenya: NextGen Launches Game-Changing Video Analysis Tool

By Borniface Anyanzwa, Kenya Swimming TV

A quiet revolution is happening in Kenyan swimming—and it’s starting underwater. Omar Ali Omari backed the technology and averred that the future of swimming is the technology, sports science and sports medicine. Most of the Olympian swimmers understand that the power of fast swimming lies in the underwater. “You can’t improve what you can’t see” said Omari.

NextGen Swim Labs, led by Dr. Edwin Kiptolo Boit, has introduced a powerful new tool that could change the way swimmers train and compete in Kenya. Using real sports science and technology, the lab captures everything that happens beneath the surface—where the real power in swimming is made.

This isn’t about guesswork or relying on the coach’s naked eyes alone. It’s about seeing what’s actually happening, clearly and in detail.

NextGen Swim Labs uses a setup that includes five camera angles, with crisp underwater views, plus sensors that measure stroke rate, force, and propulsion. The footage captures everything—from the first reach to the final kick—allowing swimmers to study their movements frame by frame.

From the video analysis, each swimmer receives:

A five-angle HD video breakdown

Data on stroke rate, power, and underwater force

A detailed, friendly coach and swimmer report (video and written) within seven working days

This tool helps swimmers and coaches identify where power is gained or lost, and how to refine every stroke for maximum efficiency. “It’s technical, yes—but also incredibly personal. Each swimmer gets to see exactly how they move through the water, and where they can improve.” said Dr. Boit.

At the heart of this project is Dr. Edwin Kiptolo Boit—a name that’s becoming more familiar not just in coaching circles, but also in international swimming forums. A former international swimmer himself, Dr. Boit understands the sport from the inside. He has represented Kenya internationally and continues to compete as one of the country’s top master swimmers.

He’s currently training for the World Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship in Singapore this July, even as he helps others sharpen their technique and chase personal bests.

Beyond the pool, Dr. Boit is also a respected voice in global swimming education. He has published articles and spoken in webinars including in the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA), covering topics like swimming science, injury prevention, and elite performance training.

Kenya is famous for producing world-class runners, but swimming has long flown under the radar. That’s beginning to change. With tools like this, more young athletes can train smarter and reach the next level.

Whether it’s a teenager looking to shave off seconds in a school meet, or a national athlete preparing for international competition, this tool brings world-class insight into their hands. It breaks down the invisible and makes it visible—showing what’s really going on beneath the surface.

Dr. Boit believes this is just the beginning. His vision is to help build a strong swimming culture in Kenya, backed by science, passion, and opportunity.

“We’ve always had talent,” he says. “Now we’re giving that talent the tools to grow.”

In a country known for breaking barriers on land, it might just be time to start watching the water.By Borniface Anyanzwa, Kenya Swimming TV

A quiet revolution is happening in Kenyan swimming—and it’s starting underwater. Omar Ali Omari backed the technology and averred that the future of swimming is the technology, sports science and sports medicine. Most of the Olympian swimmers understand that the power of fast swimming lies in the underwater. “You can’t improve what you can’t see” said Omari.

NextGen Swim Labs, led by Dr. Edwin Kiptolo Boit, has introduced a powerful new tool that could change the way swimmers train and compete in Kenya. Using real sports science and technology, the lab captures everything that happens beneath the surface—where the real power in swimming is made.

This isn’t about guesswork or relying on the coach’s naked eyes alone. It’s about seeing what’s actually happening, clearly and in detail.

NextGen Swim Labs uses a setup that includes five camera angles, with crisp underwater views, plus sensors that measure stroke rate, force, and propulsion. The footage captures everything—from the first reach to the final kick—allowing swimmers to study their movements frame by frame.

From the video analysis, each swimmer receives:

A five-angle HD video breakdown

Data on stroke rate, power, and underwater force

A detailed, friendly coach and swimmer report (video and written) within seven working days

This tool helps swimmers and coaches identify where power is gained or lost, and how to refine every stroke for maximum efficiency. “It’s technical, yes—but also incredibly personal. Each swimmer gets to see exactly how they move through the water, and where they can improve.” said Dr. Boit.

At the heart of this project is Dr. Edwin Kiptolo Boit—a name that’s becoming more familiar not just in coaching circles, but also in international swimming forums. A former international swimmer himself, Dr. Boit understands the sport from the inside. He has represented Kenya internationally and continues to compete as one of the country’s top master swimmers.

He’s currently training for the World Aquatics Masters Swimming Championship in Singapore this July, even as he helps others sharpen their technique and chase personal bests.

Beyond the pool, Dr. Boit is also a respected voice in global swimming education. He has published articles and spoken in webinars including in the American Swimming Coaches Association (ASCA), covering topics like swimming science, injury prevention, and elite performance training.

Kenya is famous for producing world-class runners, but swimming has long flown under the radar. That’s beginning to change. With tools like this, more young athletes can train smarter and reach the next level.

Whether it’s a teenager looking to shave off seconds in a school meet, or a national athlete preparing for international competition, this tool brings world-class insight into their hands. It breaks down the invisible and makes it visible—showing what’s really going on beneath the surface.

Dr. Boit believes this is just the beginning. His vision is to help build a strong swimming culture in Kenya, backed by science, passion, and opportunity.

“We’ve always had talent,” he says. “Now we’re giving that talent the tools to grow.”

In a country known for breaking barriers on land, it might just be time to start watching the water.