April 3rd, 2025

The RA Centre – A Heart Wise Exercise Provider!

The RA is proud to be a Heart Wise Exercise-approved provider for the Ottawa community! 

Heart Wise Exercise works with community physical activity providers to designate facilities, programs and classes where individuals can exercise regularly to prevent or limit the effects of living with a chronic health condition.

“Heart Wise programs are a great choice for those with cardiovascular risks or those back to activity after a cardiovascular event,” comments Jill Laidlaw, Manager of the RA LifeFIT Centre. “It’s also great for those who are healthy, but may just want to participate in a class with a wider range of options.”

A program or class that displays the Heart Wise Exercise logo:

- Encourages regular, daily aerobic exercise
- Encourages and incorporates warm up, cool down and self-monitoring
- Allows participants to exercise at a safe level & modify intensity
- Includes participants with chronic health conditions

The Ottawa Heart Institute accredits RA Fitness programs and classes as appropriate for people who want to stay healthy, or suitable for individuals who are graduating from cardiovascular or other rehabilitation programs – as well as those at risk of developing a cardiovascular or chronic health issue.

The RA is proud to offer the following Heart Wise accredited classes:  

- ALL Yoga classes
- GoodFIT Women
- Tai Chi
- Fusion
- MuscleFIT
- Cardio Strength & Stretch
- CoreFIT
- Stretch & Mobility

“The training provided by the Heart Institute to support our instructors is amazing,” reflects Laidlaw. “It’s all very detailed, and geared directly to fitness professionals.”

 Ready to improve your health? Check out what we offer at the RA Fitness Centre!