LifeFIT Centre
at the RA Centre on Riverside Drive
2007-08
Welcome to LifeFIT, the RA’s Fitness & Wellness Club. We understand that fitness and good health go hand-in-hand. As a result, LifeFIT goes beyond the notion of just physical fitness…we’re a fitness and health club, providing solutions that focus on your total wellbeing.
| Here is what is available to you as a LifeFIT member: |
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a wide variety of strength training and cardiovascular exercise machines; |
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an excellent line-up of GroupFIT and SpinFIT classes; |
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access to a team of certified personal trainers and fitness professionals; |
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complimentary fitness and wellness orientation; |
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regular educational workshops and social events; |
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well appointed locker rooms; and much, much more. |
| Joining our community means… |
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discount prices on specialty programs; |
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on-site child-minding services; |
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free parking; |
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and access to a variety of other services such as physiotherapy & massage therapy, the Fieldhouse Bar & Grill and the RA Sports Shoppe. |
LifeFIT is for everybody… regardless of age and fitness levels, your workout will be one that you completely enjoy. Check out the various membership options available to you. Contact us at 613-733-5100 ext 312 and we will be happy to arrange a tour for you.
Hours of operation:
Sept. to June
Mon. to Thurs.: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Fri. to Sun.: 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
July & Aug.
Mon. to Thurs.: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Fri. to Sun.: 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Note: Club hours on statutory holidays are 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
LifeFIT membership options
Full membership
Individuals selecting this option can use the Centre during all hours of operation as well as take part in all the GroupFIT classes on the GroupFIT schedule.
Season: year round
Fee: $ 429 RA member
Day membership
Individuals selecting this option can use the Centre until 3:00 p.m. on weekdays and during all hours of operation on weekends as well as take part in the day GroupFIT classes on the primary schedule. Season: year round
Fee: $ 349 RA member
Student membership
Students who are at least 16 years of age and registered as a full time student in high school, college or university are eligible for this membership. Those, 14 & 15 years of age must have parental consent and be approved by LifeFIT Centre Staff before purchasing a membership. Student members have the same privileges as Full members.
Season: year round
Fee: $ 349 RA member
Family membership
Up to four individuals from the same immediate family may join as a Family. One of the individuals must be an adult. All others must be at least 14 years of age and qualify for membership as described in the student category. Family members have the same privileges as Full members.
Season: year round
Fee: $ 829 RA member
Weekend membership
Weekend members have access to the Centre and GroupFIT classes from Friday at 3:00 p.m. to close of facilities on Sunday evening.
Season: year round
Fee: $ 199 RA member
For further information contact Janet Van Bakel at 613-736-6239 or jvanbakel@lifefitcanada.com.
How to register
Gold membership
For those who wish to participate in several of the RA’s top-rated programs, the Gold membership provides you with a full membership in the following activities: LifeFIT, the Squash Club, the Badminton Club, the Racquetball Club, a season pass to the RA’s Outdoor Pool and complimentary towel service.
Season: year round
Fee: $ 699 RA member
Combination memberships
Those who are registered in several of the RA Centre’s Clubs and Sport Leagues are eligible for preferred pricing on LifeFIT memberships.
Contact Member and Guest Services to take advantage of these savings.
Heart Wise Exercise
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute in partnership with many community-based organizations, is working to provide guidance in selecting exercise programs that are suitable for individuals with known cardiac disease. The RA’s LifeFIT Centre is pleased to be a Heart Wise Exercise partner. For details on the Heart Wise Program and information on how to get started at the RA, contact Janet Van Bakel at 613-736-6239.
