The NHCS has donated the "Hydrorider" (pictured below) to the City of Nanaimo's Aquatics Department. This donation is just one of many items that the NHCS have donated to the City for the use and enjoyment of its citizens over the years. The Hydrorider will enhance health and wellness for each person who uses it which is a major component of the NHCS program.

 From a City of Nanaimo press release:
“Thanks to a generous donation from the Nanaimo Harbour City Seniors, visitors to the Nanaimo Aquatic Centre can enjoy a new water based exercise apparatus known as the Hydrorider. This water based bicycle provides will provide users a low impact, resistance cardio based exercise workout. The bike cost $2,200 to purchase. The Hydrorider is available for all pool patrons 18 and over.
The Hydrorider can be incorporated into most fitness plans. The bike provides numerous benefits for users in an underwater environment that allows for stress free training. The equipment is a great option for people who have undergone hip and knee replacements, and other joint related injuries. Elite athletes may also find it a great option in rehabilitation as the equipment allows them to get back into the water faster than dry land training. For more detailed information about the bike visit www.hydrorider.com “

 (L-R:  Board of Directors Hale Yardley, Anne Smith, Bob Davies, Pat Foley, Miriam Peacock, Lynda Avis and Gary Brownhill & Lifeguards Stephanie Penner and Morgan Wylie (on bike)