Claire Tuckey

Claire Tuckey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at McMaster University. She teaches courses including Foundations in Kinesiology, Motor Development Across the Lifespan, and Professional Placement in Kinesiology, emphasizing interactive and experiential learning methods.

• Ph.D., McMaster University (2018–2024)

Claire's research focuses on motor development, physical activity in children/youth, and human factors. Her work explores virtual assessment methodologies in fitness testing and error detection mechanisms in athletic populations.

Recent publications highlight her expertise in:

• Comparative analysis of virtual vs. in-person fitness testing
• Error detection capabilities influenced by athletic experience

Claire's teaching spans multiple domains within kinesiology, with a consistent emphasis on real-world application and student engagement across courses offered between 2022–2025.