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
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]