Waseem is a registered Biokineticist, with over a decade of experience and extensive expertise in cardiac rehabilitation, exercise therapy and chronic disease management. He previously managed the Chronic Disease Programme at the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA) and currently supervises Honours Biokinetics students at the University of Cape Town (UCT), reflecting his commitment to both clinical excellence and the development of future healthcare professionals. He currently practices within the Sports Science Institute of South Africa in Newlands and also at Cape Longevity Clinic in Claremont
As Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme at Cape Longevity Clinic, Waseem leads the clinic’s exercise rehabilitation services and manages the medical gym, working closely with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised, evidence-based exercise interventions. His approach is centred on helping patients recover safely, improve physical function and achieve long-term health through scientifically prescribed exercise.
Waseem provides comprehensive Biokinetics services for individuals of all ages and activity levels, with a particular interest in cardiac rehabilitation, chronic disease management and healthy ageing. Whether recovering from surgery or injury, managing a chronic medical condition, or striving to optimise health and performance, each treatment programme is tailored to the individual’s goals, medical history and functional ability.
Services Offered
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Exercise Therapy & Rehabilitation
- Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Pre and Post-Operative Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation
- Healthy Ageing & Longevity Programmes
- Functional Assessments & Exercise Prescription
- Strength, Balance & Mobility Training
- Return-to-Exercise Programmes
- Sports Conditioning & Performance Enhancement
- Corporate & Executive Wellness
- Discovery Health Checks
- Medical Aid Assessments (Universal Healthcare affiliated)
At Cape Longevity Clinic, Waseem is passionate about empowering patients to move better, recover stronger and invest in their long-term health through personalised, evidence-based exercise therapy. His goal is not only to restore function but to help every patient build resilience, improve quality of life and remain active for years to come.
Waseem Choonara Biokineticist 