All About Us - A K A Day

The Challenge

A K A Day was created in loving memory of Robert Rowan, who was tragically taken from us in November 2018 at just 28 years old due to an undiagnosed heart condition.

Robert was a kind, generous, and driven individual — a loving husband, son, brother and friend. His passion for people, teamwork, and achieving goals continues to drive everything we do.

Why Heart Screening Matters

Every week in the UK, 12 young people under the age of 35 lose their lives to undiagnosed heart conditions. Many show no symptoms at all.

Heart screening for young people aged 14–35 is not currently available on the NHS. Through A K A Day, we support the work of CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young) to help fund screening sessions that give young people vital information about their heart health.

"From wide-eyed kid to roles with Celtic, Scotland and Brentford"

"The rise and rise of
Robert Rowan"

Why the Hive

A K A Day is built around the idea of the Hive.

Just like a real hive, our community is strong because of its diversity. Families, children, first‑timers, seasoned runners, walkers, and pram‑pushers are all welcome.

Every individual contribution matters — and together, those small daily efforts add up to something powerful.

What Our Community Says

“I’ve just had my appointment through for my 24hr ecg monitoring at the end of Jan to see if there’s anything going on with my heart, all because of the screening that you arranged! Shows just how much your work matters!🌟🌟"
Katie (26), Fife
Drone Bee
“I know Rob's family and wanted to show my support - didn't think I would manage last year and surprised myself. I've had a tough year health wise so wanted to continue my support and to push myself”
Linda (67), Dundee
Drone Bee
“Being a Brentford fan and active on Twitter I am aware of Rob Rowan's tragic passing. I would like to do this to support him, his wife Suzanne, and the rest of his family as well as help raise money for CRY.”
Luis (50), West Molesey
Queen Bee
“We were on the coach on the way to the Manchester United game when Linda Gilham came and chatted to my friend and I about the event and we were both happy and privileged to sign up for this brilliant cause.”
Mark (61), Egham
Drone Bee
“To support the work of CRY in memory of Rob Rowan”
Chris (30), London
Worker Bee

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Cheers!

We’ll make sure your contribution makes a difference for the work of Cardiac Risk in the Young.

Good luck with your challenge!

Your help is really appreciated!