Pre-Conference Workshops – 16 September 2024
Prof. Ben Coetzee
WS 1: Nervous system activation for optimal movement and sport performance
Prof. Ben Coetzee
WS 1: Nervous system activation for optimal movement and sport performance
WS 1: Nervous system activation for optimal movement and sport performance
Tentative program: (Group size capped to 30)
9h00 Physiological principles and mechanisms that underlie disruptions in somatosensory input
9h20 Muscle activation patterns testing = basic muscle tests and other techniques to evaluate muscle activation of the primary muscles
10h00 Breathing techniques – physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
10h15 Neurolymphatic reflex points - physiological proof of nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h00 The visual system - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h15 Vestibular and auditory system - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h30 Force absorption and reflex actions- physiological proof of nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h45 Isometric contractions - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h50 Cross-over effect and tactile stimulation - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h55 Other techniques and aspects to consider
Tentative program: (Group size capped to 30)
9h00 Physiological principles and mechanisms that underlie disruptions in somatosensory input
9h20 Muscle activation patterns testing = basic muscle tests and other techniques to evaluate muscle activation of the primary muscles
10h00 Breathing techniques – physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
10h15 Neurolymphatic reflex points - physiological proof of nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h00 The visual system - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h15 Vestibular and auditory system - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h30 Force absorption and reflex actions- physiological proof of nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h45 Isometric contractions - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h50 Cross-over effect and tactile stimulation - physiological proof of the nervous system activation effect, types of techniques, and practical application
11h55 Other techniques and aspects to consider
3 CPDs will be earned with this workshop
Prof. Mark Kramer
WS 2: Biomechanics - Using low-cost alternative technologies to evaluate performance.
Group size: capped at 28
Prof. Mark Kramer
WS 2: Biomechanics - Using low-cost alternative technologies to evaluate performance.
Tentative program: (Group size capped to 28)
Low-cost approaches to Testing
14:00-14:30 Brief introduction to the workshop, the agenda, and expected outcomes
14:30-15:45 Practical Application
Group 1 & Group 2: Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull + Exercise selection using strain-gauges
Group 3 & Group 4: Using the OpenCap app to evaluate movement biomechanics (e.g. Jumping)
15:45-16:00 Comfort Break
16:00-17:00 Practical Application
Group 1 & Group 2: Using the OpenCap app to evaluate movement biomechanics (e.g. Jumping)
Group 3 & Group 4: Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull + Exercise selection using strain-gauges
Additional Facilitators
• Samantha Kahts-Kramer
• Clement Gambelli
• Mariaan Stofberg
• Laura Gray
Low-cost approaches to Testing
14:00-14:30 Brief introduction to the workshop, the agenda, and expected outcomes
14:30-15:45 Practical Application
Group 1 & Group 2: Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull + Exercise selection using strain-gauges
Group 3 & Group 4: Using the OpenCap app to evaluate movement biomechanics (e.g. Jumping)
15:45-16:00 Comfort Break
16:00-17:00 Practical Application
Group 1 & Group 2: Using the OpenCap app to evaluate movement biomechanics (e.g. Jumping)
Group 3 & Group 4: Isometric Mid-Thigh Pull + Exercise selection using strain-gauges
Additional Facilitators
• Samantha Kahts-Kramer
• Clement Gambelli
• Mariaan Stofberg
• Laura Gray
3 CPDs will be earned with this workshop
Jean Stofberg
WS 3: The use of force plate technology in the ACLR rehabilitation process.
(Group size capped to 25)
Jean Stofberg
WS 3: The use of force plate technology in the ACLR rehabilitation process.
Tentative program: (Group size capped to 25)
Room K229: Theory & CHHP Specialized Equipment & Circuit area: Practical Sessions
(14:00 – 15:00) Lecture on the Theory
(15:00 – 16:00) Practical Session
16:00 Coffee
(16:15 – 17:00) Practical Session
Room K229: Theory & CHHP Specialized Equipment & Circuit area: Practical Sessions
(14:00 – 15:00) Lecture on the Theory
(15:00 – 16:00) Practical Session
16:00 Coffee
(16:15 – 17:00) Practical Session
3 CPDs will be earned with this workshop
Bert Moolman
WS 4: Improving the rate of force development in athletes
Tentative program: (Group size capped to 25)
Room K229: Theory & CHHP Specialized Equipment & Circuit area: Practical Sessions
(09:00 – 10:00) Lecture on the Theory
(10:00 – 11:00) Practical Session
11:00 Coffee & Tea
(11:15 – 12:00) Practical Session
Room K229: Theory & CHHP Specialized Equipment & Circuit area: Practical Sessions
(09:00 – 10:00) Lecture on the Theory
(10:00 – 11:00) Practical Session
11:00 Coffee & Tea
(11:15 – 12:00) Practical Session
3 CPDs will be earned with this workshop
Prof. Ankebe Kruger
WS 5: Sport Psychology: A game changer.
9:00 – 10:00: Creating a solid foundation.
10:00 – 11:00: Performance under pressure.
Break 11:30 – 12:30: Mental skills training
10:00 – 11:00: Performance under pressure.
Break 11:30 – 12:30: Mental skills training
- Email:ankebe.kruger@nwu.ac.za