# Sports Science Institute of SA

> Science-based sports performance and health optimization services for South Africans. (iPhone/iPad app by Sports Science Institute of South Africa.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sports-science-institute-of-sa/id1493843412 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Sports Science Institute of South Africa](https://appshunter.io/developer/1493843411)
- Category: Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 215 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-01-06
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: ad-supported
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sports-science-institute-of-sa/id1493843412/reviews.md

## What is Sports Science Institute of SA?

The Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) exists to optimise the sporting performance and health of all South Africans through the execution, application, and dissemination of science. Since 1994, the Sports Science Institute of South Africa, in collaboration with UCT’s Division of Exercise Science and Sports Medicine (ESSM), has been a game-changer in sports performance, sports injury prevention, and promoting healthy living.  We have transformed lives, changed practice, optimised performance and provided evidence to inform policy and advocate physical activity and sports participation for all South Africans. Our goal is to positively impact lives and to make our services, interventions and expertise accessible to all South Africa. Our vision is that our reach will have no boundaries and our impact will be globally meaningful.

SSISA has four strategic pillars: Wellness, Performance, Education and Research. Through each of these pillars, we bring people closer to realizing their full potential and to being their personal best. Using exercise and health as tools, the Sport Science Institute of South Africa strives to improve human performance at all levels, whether it be for: Lifestyle recreation and enjoyment. Or competition and improved sporting performance for any athlete. We achieve this through the application of evidence-based scientific research as well as experience in the field. With a strong customer orientated focus, we are sensitive to the diversity of needs, and strive to create services that are user friendly beneficial and relevant to each individual. Services offered to the general public extend from very basic health and fitness programmes to cutting edge training and testing regimes for elite athletes. These services include High Performance specialised service for a variety of sports, Wellness and Fitness Centre memberships, lifestyle consultations and intervention programmes, rehabilitation and diagnostic services as well as social investment initiatives.

## Key features

- Optimise sporting performance
- Improve health
- Wellness programs
- Performance training
- Educational resources
- Scientific research application


## Frequently asked questions about Sports Science Institute of SA

### What is the Sports Science Institute of SA app?

The Sports Science Institute of SA app offers science-based services to optimize sporting performance and health for South Africans. It covers wellness, performance, education, and research pillars.

### Who is the Sports Science Institute of SA app for?

This app is designed for all South Africans looking to improve their sporting performance and health, whether for lifestyle enjoyment or competitive sports.

### Does the Sports Science Institute of SA app have ads?

Yes, the Sports Science Institute of SA app contains advertisements.

### What kind of services does the Sports Science Institute of SA app offer?

The app provides access to services ranging from basic health and fitness programs to advanced training and testing regimes for elite athletes, including lifestyle consultations and rehabilitation.

### What is the rating of the Sports Science Institute of SA app?

The Sports Science Institute of SA app has an excellent rating of 5.0 stars based on 2 user reviews.

### On which devices can I use the Sports Science Institute of SA app?

The Sports Science Institute of SA app is available for iPhones and iPods.

### When was the Sports Science Institute of SA app last updated?

The Sports Science Institute of SA app was last updated on February 18, 2021, with version 3.22.0.

### What is the age rating for the Sports Science Institute of SA app?

The Sports Science Institute of SA app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.22.0 — 2021-02-18

ENHANCEMENTS
* Username now automatically entered when logging into app following a logout
* Clear button added to Username field to allow for quick removal of username
* Added ability to swipe to quickly navigate to previous page

ADDITIONAL IMPROVEMENTS
* Minor enhancements to improve the user experience when completing various tasks
* Various small bug fixes related to improve formatting for screens and fields

### 3.20.0 — 2020-01-06

No release notes.

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