A guide to fitness sports you can take up in Nakuru in 2026
Table Tennis tables at Menengai High School.
At the beginning of the new year, many people start looking for hobbies and sports activities to take up. Chances are that you are considering doing the same in 2026. If you're considering taking up a sports hobby in Nakuru, Mtaa Wangu has put together a simple guide to some of the places you can visit.
To start with, if you want to learn how to play pool or darts, you'll find that most clubs in Nakuru have pool tables and dartboards, even the more local ones. However, if you don't know how to play yet, it's advisable to go with a friend who can teach you, or arrive early enough to ask the pool or dart attendant for assistance.
The later you go, the more people there will be wanting to play, so you may not get enough time to practise. In most places, the starting fee, commonly referred to as 'kufungua', is about Sh50. Cue sticks and darts are usually available as well; they may not be the best quality, but everyone has to start somewhere!
Pool tables at Chilli's Tavern.
Meanwhile, if you're thinking of enrolling in a Zumba class, you can do so every Tuesday and Friday at Kijani Café. Zumba sessions are hosted by Game Shaker and cost Sh250 per person per session.
Additionally, from January to April, there will also be tailor-made fitness programme for those looking for a more structured routine.
On the other hand, if you are interested in table tennis, you can learn and play at Menengai High School in the evenings. Access is free, but you must have your own racket.
Alternatively, you can play at the Nakuru Athletics Club, but you will need to be a member to access the facilities.
Padel and football Arena at Milimani.
If you're looking to take up padel, Pavilion Sports Club in Milimani is the place to be. The facility caters for beginners and makes it easy to get started by providing rental equipment for just Sh200, including paddles and balls.
Moreover, the club has two padel courts and a football pitch. Unlike traditional membership-based clubs, Pavilion Sports Club operates on a pay-as-you-play model, offering flexibility for regular and occasional players alike.
Court hire costs range from Sh2,000 to Sh2,500 per hour. Training sessions are also available for those keen to learn or improve their skills.
If table tennis is not quite your thing, you can try lawn tennis at Rift Valley Sports Club or Egerton University instead.
A photo of Dart Boards.
If you have finally decided to learn how to swim this year, you can opt for a hotel with a swimming pool and an instructor. With a budget of between Sh300 and Sh500 per session, you can learn this essential skill at a comfortable pace.
For adrenaline junkies, the main motocross hub in Nakuru is the Rift Valley Motor & Sports Club (RVMSC) in Bahati. The club offers motorcycle training, motocross, trail riding, safety courses and adventure rides. Meanwhile, if go-karting is more your thing, it costs around 200 shillings per lap.
In addition, if you or your child would like to learn how to skate, you can join the skaters at the Maasai Market every Sunday for training costing no more than Sh1,000.
As you start the year and revisit your budget, remember that hobbies should not be the first thing you cut back on. However, if a hobby requires you to take on debt, proceed with caution as borrowing money to pay for a new hobby or creative outlet may not be in your best interest.