Supported development
Physical activity can be the beginning of something bigger.
The Supported Development Framework helps people take manageable steps through activity, trusted relationships and practical support. Funded or referred programmes may operate separately, with different eligibility and referral arrangements.
The idea
Start with the person. Choose the support. Review what is changing. Plan the next step.
- 01
Stage 1
Assess
Understand the person’s starting point, preferences and goals.
- 02
Stage 2
Engage
Create safety, trust and achievable early participation.
- 03
Stage 3
Develop
Choose a useful blend of physical activity, mentoring, wellbeing and practical support.
- 04
Stage 4
Review
Measure change, listen and adapt the plan.
- 05
Stage 5
Progress
Connect growing confidence to a clear next step.
- 06
Stage 6
Sustain
Help the person continue after the initial support ends.
Choosing the support
Build the support around the person.
The framework can draw on gym activity, functional fitness, yoga, non-contact boxing, racquet activity, mentoring, wellbeing support and employability guidance. The mix depends on what the person is working towards.
What progress may look like
Progress can take more than one form.
Personal foundations
Wellbeing
Feeling better able to manage routine, stress and daily life.
Confidence
Being more willing to try, participate and enter new settings.
Participation and connection
Connection
Feeling less isolated and more part of a community.
Activity
Moving more regularly and independently.
Learning and progression
Learning engagement
Feeling ready to take another learning step.
Employability
Building routine, communication, reliability and work-readiness.
Progression
Moving into sustained activity, volunteering, learning or work.
Sustainability
Maintaining a positive next step after the programme ends.
Separate arrangements
Understand who is responsible before taking part.
- 01VK Gym
- VK provides a working gym where people can build confidence, meet coaches and members, and find ways to keep active after a supported programme.
- 02Funded or referred programmes
- Any separate programme must explain its delivery team, eligibility, referral process and support arrangements before a participant agrees to proceed.
Your next step
Talk to VK about your starting point.
Contact Luke to discuss your goals and the support you are looking for.