What is Sport Science?

SEMLI Sport Scientists are specialists in the application of scientific principles and techniques to assist coaches and athletes improve their performance at an individual level or within the context of a team environment. There are three broad areas within Sport Science – what can you expect from seeing a specialist in one of these areas?

Services offered by SEMLI Sport Science:

• Strength & Conditioning
• Sport Science Testing
• Biomechanical Testing
• Age & Maturation Testing
• Gait Analysis
• Movement Analysis
• Technique / Race analysis
• Endurance sport assessment & training
• Bike setup
• Wattbike classes
• Education seminars / talks

The SEMLI Sports Science Team

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Ms. Kirsty Elliott

Head of Sports Science

M (HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCE) WITH SPECIALISATION IN SPORT SCIENCE.

Areas of Speciality

Applied sport scientist specialising in athlete performance, strength, movement, injury management, and data analysis. Experienced lecturer, mentor, and researcher with a keen interest in youth development, tennis, and wheelchair tennis. Passionate about advancing the Sport Science profession in Africa.

Mr. Bryant De Coter

Sport Scientist

BSC HONS SPORT SCIENCE

Areas of Speciality

GPS Data Tracking, Athlete Monitoring Systems, Dashboard Integrations, Strength and Conditioning.

Ms. Susanna Ama

Sport Scientist

BSC (HONS) SPORT SCIENCE

Areas of Speciality

Youth athletic development and the female athlete.

Ms. Hannah Dwyer

Sports Scientist & Intern Manager

BSC HONOURS SPORTS SCIENCE

Areas of Speciality

Performance enhancement through program system design and implementation. Research, application and intervention in the Female Athlete and overall female athlete development. Para-athlete performance and data analysis. Sporting disciplines - Football, Netball, Wheelchair Tennis, Speed Climbing & Endurance Sports.

Mr Karabo Makhanya

Sport Scientist

BSC SPORT SCIENCE, BSC (HONS) SPORT SCIENCE, FA INTRODUCTION TO COACHING FOOTBALL, FA SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN IN FOOTBALL, 3D INSTITUTE COACHING COURSE

Areas of Speciality

Strength and Conditioning, Sport Science, Exercise as Medicine.

Ms. Mbali Padi

Sport Scientist

BSC (HONS) SPORT SCIENCE (UP)

Areas of Speciality

Performance monitoring, dashboard building, biomechanics and performance development. Expertise is working with football and middle distance academy and adapting training styles/philosophy to different training history and age groups.

Ms. Demi Leech

Sport Scientist

BSPORTSCIENCE (UNDERGRAD) BSC(HONS) SPORT SCIENCE

Areas of Speciality

Tuks Swimming, Tuks Hockey, SA Women's Hockey.

Ms. Andiswa Maseko

Sport Scientist

BHSCBIOK BSC (HONS) SPORT SCIENCE

Areas of Speciality

Athletic performance in girls’ and women’s sport, with a growing focus on rugby and female athlete physiology.

To make an appointment to see one of our Sport Scientists please contact:

Tel: 012 420 6033 or 012 420 6133

Email: [email protected]