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Kai J D Duke

Kai J D Duke

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    PhD researcher in motor control strategies | BASRaT-registered Graduate Sport Rehabilitator (GSR)

  • Education

    • Winifred Holtby Academy

      2013 - 2018
      GCSEs

      Activities and Societies: High school swim team. English Language and Literature, Mathematics, Geography, Art, IT, Combined Science, Philosophy & Ethics

    • University of Hull

      2020 - 2023
      Bachelor of Science with Honours | BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation First class Honours

      Activities and Societies: 400+ hours of Sport and Clinical work placement. Dissertation: "The effect of external audible pace feedback on 5 Km running performance.""A Graduate Sport Rehabilitator (GSR) is a graduate level autonomous healthcare practitioner specialising in musculoskeletal management, exercise based rehabilitation and fitness." (BASRaT, 2024; https://basrat.org/Home/About)

    • University of Hull

      2024 - 2028
      Doctor of Philosophy | PhD Sport Health and Exercise Science

      Activities and Societies: Completion of Post-graduate training scheme modules as part of the Doctoral College: • Modern Researcher 2 (Research culture, dissemination and communication). • Research and Literature Review Methods. Proposed research title: "The influence of interventions on neurocognitive and physiological performance: a mixed-methods study in motor skill acquisition and retention."My PhD research specializes in motor control strategies, with a particular focus on the neurocognitive and physiological mechanisms underlying motor skill acquisition and retention, especially in response to visual-based augmented feedback.

    • University of Hull

      2023 - 2024
      Master of Science (by research) | MRes Sport Health and Exercise Science Pass (Pass/Fail)

      Activities and Societies: Completion of Post-graduate training scheme modules as part of the Doctoral College: • Modern Researcher 1 (Essential skills, knowledge and training). MSc Thesis title - "Cognition and skill learning in single leg loading: The role of augmented visual feedback on motor control performance."This research investigates the influence of concurrent and terminal visual feedback on single-leg motor control performance, assessed using the Qualitative analysis of Single-leg loading Scale (QASLS). By comparing implicit and explicit movement strategies, this study aims to elucidate how visual feedback (an external focus) influences… Show more MSc Thesis title - "Cognition and skill learning in single leg loading: The role of augmented visual feedback on motor control performance."This research investigates the influence of concurrent and terminal visual feedback on single-leg motor control performance, assessed using the Qualitative analysis of Single-leg loading Scale (QASLS). By comparing implicit and explicit movement strategies, this study aims to elucidate how visual feedback (an external focus) influences within-session motor control, potentially revealing neural compensations underlying movement quality. Show less

    • Wilberforce College

      2018 - 2020
      Level 3 Extended Diploma Public Services Distinction *, Distinction, Distinction

      Modules covered:- Aspects of property offences & police powers.- Aspects of the legal system and law making.- Behaviour in public sector employment.- Citizenship, diversity, & the public services.- Crime and its effects on society.- Exercise, health and lifestyle.- Fitness testing & training for the uniformed services.- Government, policies and the public services.- Instructing physical activity and exercise.- International institutions and human… Show more Modules covered:- Aspects of property offences & police powers.- Aspects of the legal system and law making.- Behaviour in public sector employment.- Citizenship, diversity, & the public services.- Crime and its effects on society.- Exercise, health and lifestyle.- Fitness testing & training for the uniformed services.- Government, policies and the public services.- Instructing physical activity and exercise.- International institutions and human rights.- Leadership & teamwork in the public services.- Physical preparation, health and lifestyle.- Police powers in the public services.- Practical team sports.- Security procedures in the public services.- Skills for land-based outdoor & adventurous activity.- Understanding the impact of war and conflict. - Understanding discipline in the uniformed services.- Unlawful homicide and police powers.- Volunteering in public services. Show less

  • Experience

    • FRYDAYS FISH AND CHIPS

      Jun 2018 - Jan 2019
      Kitchen Cleaner

    • Royal Marines

      Jul 2020 - Aug 2020
      Royal Marine recruit

      Royal Marine recruit - discharged. I personally chose to leave this position due to an injury and personal circumstances.

    • Domino's

      Oct 2021 - Nov 2022
      Dominos driver

      Late night delivery driver.

    • Horsea RUFC

      Sept 2022 - Jan 2023
      Student Sport Rehabilitator (supervised)

      Providing pitch side immediate care and rehabilitation to Hornsea RUFC mens team.

    • Rugby World Cup France 2023

      Oct 2022 - Dec 2022
      Massage Therapist for French National Rugby Team | Women's World Cup

      Voluntary Masseur during the Women's Rugby World Cup.

    • Fiji Rugby Union

      Oct 2022 - Dec 2022
      Massage Therapist for Fijian National Rugby Team | Men's World Cup

      Voluntary Masseur during the men's World Cup.

    • Hull FC

      Nov 2022 - May 2023
      Student Sport Rehabiltator (supervised)

      Supervised student Sport Rehabilitation with Hull FC first team

    • University of Hull

      Feb 2023 - May 2023
      Student Sport Rehabilitator at the Health Injury and Performance Hub

    • University of Hull

      Aug 2023 - now
      Postgraduate Researcher

      Postgraduate research in the School of Sport, Exercise, and Rehabilitation Sciences (SERS) within the Faculty of Health Sciences (FHS). My research focuses on motor control strategies and neurocognition - this is understanding how an individual learns, performs, and retains physical skills and looks at how the brain functions during this process.I also contribute to the postgraduate community as the SERS Postgraduate Researchers' Representative, facilitating communication between students and faculty. Show less

    • Hornsea RUFC

      Sept 2023 - Jan 2025
      Graduate Sport Rehabilitator (GSR)

      *Disclaimer* This is an unpaid, voluntary position.Providing pitch side immediate care for Hornsea men's amateur rugby union. Supervising 2nd & 3rd year Sport Rehabilitation (BSc) students on placement

    • BASRaT

      Mar 2024 - now

      As a GSR, I am registered with BASRaT, which is accredited by the Professional Standards Authority in Health and Social Care. During this role, I've managed a portfolio of clients with various Neuro-musculoskeletal conditions as well as providing appropriate, evidence-based interventions such as soft tissue therapy, exercise rehabilitation, Maitland Mobilisations, and Myofascial release, to name a fewAdditionally, I manage an educational social media (Instagram) page complimenting Sport Rehabilitation and my research focus. These posts are tailored to Sport Rehab students (and related disciplines) as well as the general public. Show less

      • Graduate Sport Rehabilitator (GSR)

        Jul 2023 - now

      • National conference panelist

        Mar 2024 - Mar 2024

    • Yogger

      Mar 2025 - now
      Research Collaborator

      As part of my PhD research, I successfully formed a partnership with Yogger—a USA-based movement analysis software company, as a Research Collaborator.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Emergency First Aid at Work

      British Red Cross
      Jan 2025

    • IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise

      Ofqual
      Jul 2018

    • Driver's License

      Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
      Sept 2021

    • Gluteal Considerations in the Management of Patellofemoral Pain

      Physiopedia
      May 2024
      View certificate certificate

    • Mental health for first aiders

      British Red Cross
      Feb 2025

    • Certificate of registration (GSR)

      BASRaT

    • BCS Level 2 ECDL Certificate in IT Application Skills (QCF)

      BCS | The Chartered Institute for IT
      Jun 2017

    • Emergency first aid at work

      The Federation of First Aid Training Organisations
      May 2021

    • Continued Professional Development 2024

      BASRaT
      Jan 2024

    • Pre-hospital immediate care in sport (level 2)

      England Rugby
      Feb 2023

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kai J D Duke
      Hull Employability Award for Postgraduate Researchers The University of Hull May 2025 This award is a way for my efforts during my time at the University to be formally recognised and awarded. 'The Hull Employability Awards recognise a level of success in developing and articulating the skills and attributes characteristic of Hull graduates, standing as an endorsement of excellent employability.'
    • Awarded to Kai J D Duke
      Sir James Reckitt Charity Bursary The Sir James Reckitt Charity Apr 2025 Award of £1000—the bursaries are intended to recognise the efforts of aspirational local students committed to developing advanced skills through postgraduate study and to alleviate some of the financial pressures that they may experience during their studies.
    • Awarded to Kai J D Duke
      University of Hull Merit Scholarship The Access, Funding and Support Office Oct 2020 The University of Hull Merit Scholarship is a non-repayable award worth £2,000 to UK/EU undergraduate students who have achieved results of at least 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A levels or equivalent.
    • Awarded to Kai J D Duke
      Curriculum Award for Public Services Colin Peaks, College Principal

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Student supervision

      Issued by University of Hull
      University of HullAssociated with Kai J D Duke

    • Voluntary Masseur

      Issued by Fiji Rugby Union
      Fiji Rugby UnionAssociated with Kai J D Duke

    • Voluntary Masseur

      Issued by Rugby World Cup France 2023
      Rugby World Cup France 2023Associated with Kai J D Duke

    • Sports massage

      Issued by Humber Injury Clinic
      Humber Injury ClinicAssociated with Kai J D Duke

    • Lead - Journal Club Series: Clinical Literature

      Issued by University of Hull on Oct 2025
      University of HullAssociated with Kai J D Duke

    • Postgraduate Researchers' Representative

      Issued by University of Hull on Feb 2025
      University of HullAssociated with Kai J D Duke

    • Partner - Athlete Affiliate Program

      Issued by PerformWell on Sept 2025
      PerformWellAssociated with Kai J D Duke