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Performance Science

Performance Science harnesses cutting-edge performance analysis, movement science and physiology to deliver data-driven insights and tailored strategies, empowering coaches and athletes to maximise potential and excel in training and competition.

Performance Analysis

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Performance analyst’s observe, analyse, and deliver objective feedback live in training and competition environments to accelerate athlete learning through match analysis and individual skill assessment.

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Work collaboratively to make analysis more accessible and impactful, upskilling key users in the core performance principles.

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Leverage innovative technology to enhance understanding of key performance drivers for athletes, coaches, and sports programs.

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Physiology

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Identify key performance benchmarks and drive individual adaptations through evidence-based strategies.

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Apply research-informed approaches to optimise recovery and performance in travel, heat, and altitude conditions.

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Assess athlete performance through targeted physiological testing in both lab and field environments.

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Interpret data and translate it into clear, actionable guidance for athletes and coaches.

Movement Science

Biomechanics

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Apply mechanical principles to understand how the body moves, helping athletes refine technique to improve movement efficiency, optimise performance outcomes and reduce injury risk.

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Conduct biomechanical analyses combining qualitative and quantitative approaches, using tools like image-based analysis, wearables, computer simulations, robotics and computer dynamics to provide athletes and coaches with technical insights to influence training design and prescription.

Skill Acquistion

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Optimise skilled performance by assisting coaches in the design of training environments that are intentional, individualised, innovative and evidence-based.

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Integrate principles from skill acquisition, coaching science, pedgogy and other specialist domains to provide athletes with a learning environment that allows them to develop the necessary tools to perform under a wide array of circumstances.

VIS EXPERTS

Will Morgan

General Manager Performance Support

Mathew Harris

Performance Support Assistant Manager – Performance Analysis

Ana Holt

Performance Support Assistant Manager – Physiology

Aaron Balloch

Performance Support Assistant Manager – Movement Science

Performance Science news

25 February 2026

VIS and La Trobe appoint world-leading researcher to secure advantage for 2028 and 2032

Dr Ebonie Rio will be embedded as Professor of Research at Victoria’s Olympic and Paralympic training hub. The Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) and La Trobe University today announced the appointment of Dr Ebonie Rio as Professor of Research, a joint role that will embed world-leading injury prevention and performance science directly into the daily…
28 January 2026

The science of ‘trying less’ and how it transformed Nina Phan’s diving

In the sport of diving, which pursues extreme precision and flawless technique, effort is a creed etched into every athlete's DNA. But for VIS athlete and Australian diver, Nina Phan, and VIS Diving Coach, Rebecca Stafford, sometimes the key to success lies in learning to ‘try less’.
30 April 2025

Powered by VIS scientists, curler Dean Hewitt is putting his stamp on the World Championships

Last Saturday, Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) curler Dean Hewitt and partner Tahli Gill took to the ice in Fredericton, Canada, for the Mixed Team Curling World Championships.