ABOUT US
Meet our Team
Anine Van Der Westhuizen
BSC HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCE;
BSC HONOURS IN BIOKINETICS
The practice is privately owned by Anine van der Westhuizen and was established in 2001 in George.She studied BSc Human Movement Science at Stellenbosch, finished BSc Honours in Biokinetics at the University of North West (Potchefstroom) and finished her internship at Sport Science Institute of South Africa, Newlands, Cape Town.Since 2001 she has gained experience in numerous fields of the Biokinetic profession with special interest in Orthopaedic Rehabilitation and Sport Injuries. She is also an International qualified Pilates instructor, accredited by Renee Watson Pilates Studio in Cape Town.
Lize Coetzee
BA HUMAN MOVEMENT SCIENCE; CONT.
HONOURS DEGREE IN BSC BIOKINETICS
Lize Coetzee is one of our qualified Biokineticists. She completed her pre-graduate Human Movement Science degree at the Stellenbosch University in 2017 and continued to do her honors degree in BSC Biokinetics in 2018. She underwent practical training during her internship year at our practice in George in 2019. In 2020 she worked at a Biokineticist practice in Paarl where they specialized in running and golf. Her passion is orthopaedic rehabilitation as well as injury management, especially for runners. Her goal is to enable you to be as functional and independent as possible through using conditioning and rehabilitation.
Jorinda Prinsloo
BA Human Movement Science and Psychology (Cum Laude)
BsC Honours Biokinetics
Jorinda Prinsloo is a passionate biokineticist dedicated to holistic health and wellness. She obtained her degree in Human Movement Science and Psychology (Cum Laude) from NWU Potchefstroom in 2010, receiving academic colors in the Health Science Faculty. Jorinda then completed her honors degree in Biokinetics in 2011.
In 2013, Jorinda opened her own private practice in her hometown of Klerksdorp. A sports enthusiast, she has played netball, tennis, cricket, athletics, and karate, and represented
South Africa in Ringbal (korfball) from 2018-2022. In 2023, Jorinda moved to Danabaai with her fiancé and two furry companions.
Jorinda’s passion lies in fitness and holistic wellness, and she has completed training in hydrotherapy, sports massage, taping techniques, EMS, Pilates, and personal training. She has a special interest in scoliosis rehabilitation, sport-specific training, and weight loss programs, always striving for a healthy body, mind, and soul.
Christie Smit
BSc Sport Science
BSc Biokinetics
I grew up in Hartenbos and started my academic journey in 2019, studying BSc Sport Science at Stellenbosch University. My dedication led me to pursue an honors degree in BSc Biokinetics at the same institution in 2022. In 2023 I completed my practical year in Stellenbosch at a private practice.
Now, in May 2024, I started working at this practice and decided to move to George, closer to my family. I’m passionate about sports, finding joy in triathlons, which continuously challenge me both mentally and physically. I have a deep appreciation for the entire scope of Biokinetics, particularly in orthopedic rehabilitation. I have a special fondness for working with the elderly as well as children. I really believe in the saying “exercise is medicine,” and I try to practice what I preach. Additionally, I’m excited about never-ending learning and growth in our field, believing that staying curious and adaptable is key.
The goal of our Biokinetics practice is:
To offer thorough and current assessments and then rehabilitate appropriately and specifically. Rehabilitation is based on the Kinetic Control system that has been developed by physiotherapists and specialists in the sport field from UK, Australia and Nieu-Zeeland. With this system the Therapist determine the uncontrolled movement (give or restriction) and whether it is a high load or low load stabilization issue. According to the findings an Exercise Prescription (Rehabilitation Program)is given to the patient as a tool to control his/her own uncontrolled movement, which is progressed into functional daily activities or sport specific exercises.