Activity Respite
& Outreach Support.
For VISTA, sports, recreation, and cultural activities are essential platforms for building and developing skills that facilitate young people's transitions into everyday adult life.
We provide targeted mentoring, outreach support, and guidance to children and young people from a wide range of backgrounds — including those without access to community provision — while providing carers with much-needed respite through bespoke, individualised support packages.
5–25
Age range served
4
Core focus areas
SEND
Specialist support
Free
Referral process
Our Mission
"Our mission is to inspire the communities we serve to engage in and enjoy lifelong participation in sports and recreational activities. We believe that every child and young person deserves the opportunity to thrive."
We offer a comprehensive range of community engagement programmes that utilise sports, recreational, and positive activities as tools for empowering disadvantaged and marginalised groups.
Currently operating across South London, with the aim of partnering with broader networks throughout London and the South East.
- We remove barriers to participating in sport, recreational activities and wider society.
- We promote health and wellbeing through an active lifestyle and lifelong involvement in sport.
- We prioritise the enjoyment of new experiences.
- We facilitate the building of friendships and help young people get involved in the local and wider community.
- We make the most of learning opportunities that naturally emerge from activities to develop transferable life skills.
Four Pillars of What We Do
01
Sports & Recreation
Encouraging participation in various sports and recreational activities.
02
Inclusion
Promoting inclusivity within all activities — no barriers, no exceptions.
03
Personal Development
Fostering personal, social, and life skills across a range of settings.
04
Experiences & Positive Activities
Providing educational opportunities and cultural experiences that broaden horizons.
Who We Support
SEND Support
Engaging and working with a diverse group of young people with special educational needs and disabilities — providing support packages and programmes designed to promote inclusivity and a healthy, active lifestyle.
Health & Wellbeing
Addressing physical and mental health challenges including obesity among young people through structured, enjoyable activity and tailored wellbeing support.
NEET Support
Supporting young people who are Not in Education, Employment or Training — building confidence, skills and positive outcomes through sport and structured engagement.
At-Risk / YOT
Providing mentoring, advice, and guidance for young people at risk of offending or engaged with Youth Offending Teams — using sport and structured activities to create positive change.
Support at Every Stage
Ages 5–16
Encouraging participation in sports, recreation, and positive activities while developing personal and social skills in a safe, structured environment.
Ages 18–25
Continuing to encourage participation in sports and recreation, alongside life skills development and access to the Community Access Programme (CAP).
Safe Spaces to Participate & Socialise
Our hubs provide a range of supplementary activities and are the perfect environment for young people to participate and socialise in a safe, welcoming setting.
Hub Activities
- Fun fitness & multi-sports
- Personal and social development programmes
- Drama workshops, multimedia production & photography
- Drama and performing arts
Multi-Sports Delivered
Experiences & Enrichment
- Sightseeing & museum trips / library visits
- Recreational walks
- Live music & sports events
- Local community workshops and events
- Community education / short courses
- Climbing wall
- Crazy golf
How to Refer
We Accept Referrals From
Initial Contact
Reach out to us via phone or email to discuss your needs and the young person's situation.
Referral Form
Complete a simple referral form — quick and straightforward. A member of our team will guide you through it.
Initial Assessment
Our team will conduct an assessment (via home / school visit) to understand the specific needs of the young person.
Matching
We match the young person with the most suitable member of our committed mentoring and outreach support team.
Get Started
Agree and finalise the engagement and support start date — and begin making a difference.