The third annual Fit for Heart aquacise events promises fun, fitness and fundraising at the sports and aquatic centres March 3 and 4. The CVRD is helping get the message out that choosing to make regular activity part of your life is a vital link to a healthy heart.  People of all ages and fitness levels are invited to join one or both aquafit classes. Each class will be followed by a different presentation and healthy snacks will be available for sampling.”The purpose of these events is to raise awareness of prevention of heart disease and to raise funds for the Heart & Stroke Foundation,” said Jennifer Dickins, CVRD’s manager of recreation programs. “Heart disease and strokes are responsible for one in three Canadian deaths every year — a staggering statistic. We need to help improve the health of Canadians through physical activity and health promotion.” Join the Power Hour class at the aquatic centre March 3 from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. followed by a Couch to 5K presentation by the Comox Valley Roadrunners. Or join the senior’s aquafit class at the sports centre on March 4 at 1:15 p.m., followed by a presentation on ways to reduce our waste from Power of R educator Gayle Bates. Fit for Heart pledge forms are available from the sports and aquatic centres and can be dropped off at the event. Regular admission rates apply. For more information, visit www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/rec.— Comox Valley Regional District

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