GP Referral
Activity for Life is a 12-week GP referral programme supporting people with health conditions to become more active, safely and confidently.
About Activity for Life
Activity for Life (AfL) is a 12-week physical activity referral programme available at Volair clubs, designed to help local people manage existing health conditions through physical activity.
Participants are supported by our experienced AfL team, who help increase activity levels, build confidence and encourage long-term lifestyle change. Each participant begins with a one-to-one assessment to create a personalised activity plan, followed by ongoing support throughout the programme.
As part of Activity for Life, participants have access to:
- Weekly AfL group gym sessions
- Weekly group exercise classes, including cardio, tai chi and balance classes
- Unlimited access to swimming
Our approach focuses on safe, supported activity in a welcoming environment, helping people move more and feel better as part of their Active Health journey.
Wellbeing for everyone, right where you are
Who Can Take Part?
Activity for Life is available to adults aged 18+ who live in Knowsley or are registered with a Knowsley GP, and who have one or more long-term health conditions, including:
- COPD or other pulmonary conditions
- High risk of cardiovascular disease (over 20% in 10 years)
- Hypertension
- Diabetes
- BMI above 25
- Mental health conditions
How to Be Referred
To join Activity for Life, speak to your GP or healthcare professional, including teams such as cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes nursing, pulmonary, COPD or MSK services. Referrals are triaged through the Healthy Knowsley Team.
Please note: Individuals should not contact Volair directly to access this programme.
My daughter was nervous about the water, but the Swim Academy team have completely transformed her confidence. The small class sizes meant she got the attention she needed, and now she can’t wait for her lessons each week! She’s already earned two badges and we’re so proud.
Sarah J / Parent of a swim duckling
Frequently Asked Questions
AfL is for adults aged 18+ who live in Knowsley or are registered with a Knowsley GP, and who have a long-term health condition such as diabetes, high blood pressure, mental health conditions, COPD or a high risk of cardiovascular disease.
The programme runs for 12 weeks, giving participants time to build confidence, improve fitness and develop healthy activity habits with ongoing support.
Participants have access to weekly AfL group gym sessions, weekly group exercise classes such as cardio, tai chi and balance classes, and unlimited swimming during the programme.
Yes. Every participant starts with a one-to-one assessment to create a personalised activity plan. The AfL team provides ongoing support and guidance throughout the programme.
Referrals must be made by a GP or healthcare professional, including cardiac rehab, diabetes nurses, pulmonary, COPD or MSK teams. Referrals are triaged through the Healthy Knowsley Team.