ARES
The Academy

Where training meets real-world operations

ARES delivers world-class, internationally accredited security and medical training from a specialised 13,000-acre academy — roughly one hour from Nairobi and just 30 minutes from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

The scale of the site is the point. Purpose-built ranges, a dedicated driving circuit, and open ground for urban, rural, and vehicle-based scenarios let every programme run in a genuine operational environment rather than a classroom simulation. Students live on site for the duration of their course, with modern four-star accommodation, a medical facility, and 24-hour security across the estate.

The academy's main entrance, flying the Kenyan and ARES flags
Aerial view of the ARES academy set across open savanna near Nairobi
13,000
Acres of training ground
~1 hr
From central Nairobi
30 min
From JKIA airport
On-site facilities

Everything on one secure estate

  • Modern 4-star accommodation
  • State-of-the-art classrooms
  • Student co-working space
  • Business centre
  • Fast Wi-Fi
  • Bar, restaurant & gym
  • Swimming pool & pool bar
  • 24-hour security
  • On-site helipad
  • Medical facility
  • Long, short & CQB ranges
  • Offensive / defensive driving circuit
Academy reception and admin lobbyOn-site gym with modern strength and cardio equipmentSwimming pool and poolside terraceThe mess bar and restaurantStudent lounge and co-working space
Accommodation

Live on site for the whole course

Students are housed in modern four-star accommodation on the estate — en-suite twin and double rooms with private lounges and kitchenettes, the restaurant, bar, gym and pool all a short walk away.

Staying on site keeps each cohort together and course tempo high, from early-morning fitness through to evening debriefs.

Lounge area inside a residential unitDouble en-suite room in student accommodationTwin room in student accommodationKitchenette and dining area inside a residential unitEn-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
Training approach

How our courses work

Every programme combines classroom instruction with intensive practical exercises across the academy's ranges, driving circuit and live scenario areas.

Assessment is continuous throughout, with certification awarded on successful completion of both written and practical evaluations.

Class sizes are kept deliberately small to protect individual attention and training standards.

Train where it counts

Talk to us about course dates, availability and what to expect on site.

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