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ABOUT US

HealthKix was founded in 2019 to inspire young people of all ages and abilities to lead healthy and active lifestyles while making nutrition and physical activity fun topics to learn and talk about. Research suggests targeting children aged 5-16 is the most optimal time to make a positive difference to health and performance. We have delivered our professional services all over the world including Africa, Australia, Europe  & America. Today, we now have a team of 8 expert health professionals, providing a 'one-stop-health-shop' with both face-to-face and online services so young trainees have the best chance of success in their sport. Regardless of age or ability, we see fantastic progress by applying our simple approach of focusing on three main concepts: Food, Fun & Fitness so we can Kix-Start their future. Engaging all individuals with smiles on faces in a fun and positive environment is what we at HealthKix are most proud of.

Our mission? Empower young people to lead happier and healthier lives, driving performance to new levels.

Our Always Values

Always Empowering

Always Expert

Always Fun

Meet The Team

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HealthKix Founder

Health, Fitness & Sport Scientist

Elliott

Elliott is a passionate and driven individual with an immense hunger to educate individuals about the power of exercise and nutrition, empowering those to develop optimal health and performance. He is proud to have extensive experience in delivering professional services of respiratory physiology in London's prestigious Great Ormond Street Hospital and further experience within the domains of exercise, nutrition and weight management into many schools and clubs around the world.

 

Qualifications:

MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology with Distinction, BSc (Hons) Sport & Exercise Science, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 2 Sports Leader, X-Pert Health Coach.

 

Interesting Fact:

He bases his work on relationships and loves a handshake. So much so, he has a personalised version with each individual that he has the pleasure of working with.

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Email: elliottdsouza@healthkix.co.uk

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Asma

Performance Nutritionist

Asma is a qualified Sport Nutritionist with a background in Biomedical Sciences. She completed her masters in Sport and Exercise Nutrition from Loughborough University. She has worked with athletes in the UK and Asia, enhancing their athletic performance via individualised nutritional strategies. Asma is a lecturer for National Academy of Sports Medicine and has worked directly with Jordan National Taekwondo Team. Asma utilises her time by using her knowledge and experience to test out nutritious recipes in a creative style. This not only inspires a healthy lifestyle, but also makes it fun for the athletes.

 

Qualifications:

MSc. Sport and Exercise Nutrition, BSc. Biomedical Sciences, Clean Sport Advisor.

 

Interesting facts:

Asma is a 3rd Dan in karate and bilingual (Arabic).

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Email: nutrition@healthkix.co.uk

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Jake

Physiotherapist/Osteopath

Jake is an experienced musculoskeletal expert who specialises in sports injury prevention and management. He has a unique perspective on sports injury, having played at academy level sport prior to his medical qualification. Jake has worked with a variety of elite athletes, providing expert care for trainees at the highest level of competition. Jake is passionate about providing top tier support, taking the time to fully understand athlete requirements and desires, while working closely with them to develop a tailored treatment protocol. 

 

Qualifications:
Masters in Osteopathy (M.Ost), Medical Acupuncture, Sports Kinesiology Taping.

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Interesting Fact:
Despite living in one of the most land-locked parts of the UK, Jake loves to surf whenever he gets the chance. 

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Email: physiotherapy@healthkix.co.uk

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Rebecca

Performance Psychologist

Becki’s career in performance psychology derived from a love of sport and passion in how the mind impacts performance and wellbeing. Her caring nature is expressed through her desire to support individuals to become the best they can be. Becki has specialist experience within cricket and athletics. She leads workshops and 1-2-1 sessions with athletes and coaches to deal with pressure, improve confidence and manage fear of failure. Becki’s research interests are within our thoughts and self-talk and how this affects our performance and wellbeing. Her favourite part of her role is witnessing her trainees develop their psychological prowess and transfer their self-belief and resilience into other areas of life. 

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Qualifications:

BASES Sport & Exercise Psychology Accreditation (current), MSc Sport & Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University, Professional studies diploma (NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service), BSc Sport & Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University.

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Interesting fact:

Becki has toured all over Sri Lanka playing cricket.

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Robert

Performance Psychologist

Robert is a confident and hardworking individual, with a passion for helping individuals to achieve their full potential. The ability to develop transferable life skills, through both sport and psychology, is a core foundation of his practice. He has worked in a range of sports across a variety of levels and ages, including football, boxing and cheerleading. Robert is an acceptance-commitment based practitioner, with areas of interest including wellbeing, concentration, performance anxiety and perfectionism. He is all about taking action and his compassion shines through from every conversation. He never fails to go the extra mile for those he works with.

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Qualifications:

BASES Sport and Exercise Psychology Accreditation (current), BSc and MSc in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Loughborough University, Level 6 County League Football Referee. 

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Interesting fact:

Robert can peel a banana with his feet. 

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Mark

Exercise Specialist

Mark adds a dynamic component to our team of health professionals with his background in psychology. He strives to provide exciting, fun and educational fitness sessions to all of his trainees. Mark supports his clients to feel confident about their body and movement patterns to ensure they are free from injury and performing at their very best. He also provides exercise sessions at a specialist centre for students with additional educational needs to help with teamwork and communication skills required throughout their youth development. 

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Qualifications:

Higher education in Psychology, Level 3 Personal Trainer, Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Level 1 BAFCA (British American Football Coaches Association).

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Interesting fact:

Mark loves jumping out of planes…with a parachute of course. 

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Ben

Exercise Specialist

Ben is a qualified and highly experienced personal trainer. Coming from a background of playing high-level rugby, Ben looks to bring this professionalism to any environment he is working in. Knowing first-hand both the mental and physical benefits of living a healthy lifestyle, Ben strives to install these values into the heart of every session, through fun and exciting training programmes. 

Having worked with a variety of clients throughout his time as a personal trainer, it is his versatility as a coach and personalised touch that sets him apart. This coupled with his outgoing and friendly personality, as well as his passion for fitness makes him a great addition to the HealthKix team.  

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Qualifications:

BA in Business and Management, Extended diploma in Sports and Exercise Science, Level 3 certified personal trainer & Performance enhancement and specialization coach.  

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Interesting fact:

Ben is qualified as a foreign language teacher.

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Jordan

Exercise Specialist

Jordan is an accomplished Strength & Conditioning Coach with a master's degree from the University of Brighton. He has a rich history of working with athletes at various levels, including Exeter City 1st XI as well as academy-level athletes in sports like rugby, netball and tennis.

 

What truly sets Jordan apart is his dedication towards elevating the performance of young athletes through a foundation of evidence-based S&C training. Jordan's training approach is not just effective but also enjoyable, creating an environment where trainees learn and grow while having fun. He takes immense satisfaction in helping individuals realise and achieve their full potential.

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Qualifications:

MSc in Strength and Conditioning, BSc in Sports and Exercise Science and Level 3 certified personal trainer.

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Interesting fact:

First Dan in Tae Kwon Do

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