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About Talanta Bora

Building Stronger People Through the Power of Sport.

We believe sport is more than a game. It creates opportunities to build confidence, strengthen relationships, develop life skills and support mental wellbeing. From our roots in football development to our growing work in Sports for Development, we create safe and inclusive spaces where children, young people and communities can move, connect, learn, lead and grow.

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Everything You Need to Grow

Expert Coaches & Facilitators

Expert Coaches & Facilitators

Experienced coaches and facilitators support sporting development, life skills, confidence and personal wellbeing.

Quality Training Grounds

Quality Training Grounds

Suitable sporting environments where participants train, develop skills, build teamwork and enjoy the game.

Sports & Activity Facilities

Sports & Activity Facilities

Access to facilities that support physical activity, fitness, cross-training and holistic development.

Safe & Supportive Spaces

Safe & Supportive Spaces

Inclusive environments where participants feel respected, supported and safe enough to learn, connect and grow.

Player Development Stages

Every stage of a young person's journey presents an opportunity to learn, develop and grow. At Talanta Bora, our development approach evolves with each age group, building sporting ability alongside confidence, discipline, teamwork, life skills and personal wellbeing.

3 – 6 Year Olds

Discovery Phase

At this stage, learning happens through play, movement and exploration. We focus on developing fundamental skills such as balance, coordination, agility and body awareness while helping children build confidence, curiosity and a positive relationship with sport.

7 – 12 Year Olds

Foundation Phase

Children begin developing stronger sporting foundations through structured training and active participation. We focus on technical development, creativity, teamwork, discipline and understanding the basic principles of the game while encouraging confidence and enjoyment.

13 – 16 Year Olds

Youth Development Phase

As young people develop, training becomes more focused and purposeful. Participants deepen their technical and tactical understanding while developing discipline, decision-making, resilience, leadership and the confidence to take greater responsibility for their development.

17 – 21 Year Olds

Advanced Development Phase

This stage supports young people as they take greater ownership of their sporting and personal development. Training focuses on refining technical ability, tactical understanding, performance, discipline and decision-making while preparing participants for opportunities in competitive sport, education, leadership and life beyond the academy.

Why Talanta Bora?

We believe sport can develop far more than sporting ability. At Talanta Bora, we create opportunities for children and young people to build skills, confidence, relationships, resilience and a positive sense of belonging while doing something they love.

Experienced Coaches & Facilitators

Our coaches and facilitators create structured, engaging and supportive environments where participants can develop their sporting abilities, life skills, confidence and personal wellbeing.

A Safe & Supportive Environment

We create inclusive sporting spaces where participants feel respected, supported and comfortable enough to learn, connect, express themselves and grow. We believe belonging is an important part of positive development.

More Than One Sport

From football and athletics to martial arts, volleyball, badminton and basketball, participants can explore different sporting opportunities while developing physical abilities, teamwork, discipline, confidence and a lifelong love for being active.

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Whether you want to learn more about our programmes, enrol a child, explore sporting opportunities or simply ask a question, our team is ready to help.

Location: Ecobank Towers, 7th Floor, Muindi Mbingu St, Nairobi

Hours: Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sun: Closed

Email: info@talantabora.co.ke

Phone: +254712345678

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