Welcome to the RA! Ottawa’s multi-sport and recreation centre with over 200,000 sq. ft of indoor and outdoor facilities - conveniently located in the heart of the city!

Accessible to everyone, every day of the week!

Upcoming Disruptions & Closures:
We’re excited to welcome City of Om (June 12-13-14) & Escapade Music Festival (June 26-27-28) and all their festival-goers to the RA Centre and our beautiful grounds! We are also completing necessary work as part of our Hydro Switchover project (June 23-24) which will require power shutoffs resulting in building closures.

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Get ready for Summer!

Dive into Summer with Swimming Lessons!

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Get Paddling this Summer!

Learn more about Whitewater & Flatwater Training Courses!

Get Ready for Pool Season!

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The RA SummerFIT Pass is back!

Get ready to move, sweat, and splash all summer long! Buy your pass today!

Breathe. Stretch. Flow.

Check out our full lineup of Yoga classes starting in July!

Get First Aid & CPR Certified!

Learn more about First Aid Training

Table Tennis: where play connects people

Check out our Summer offerings!

The RA is your
Squash HQ!

Check out our Summer leagues

Hit the Pickleball courts this summer!

Learn more about Summer Memberships, Programs & Clinics!

KIDS PLAY AT THE RA!

Junior Athletes

Summer Registration is open!
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Kids Activities

Over 25 programs to choose from!
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RA Summer Camps

Check out our full line-up of camps!
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RA EVENTS

Things are happening at the RA!
With a lineup of public events ready to go, now’s your chance to jump in and find the ones that interest you!

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SPECIALTY CLUBS AND PROGRAMS

The RA offers a range of unique programs all year long...

Chess

One of the largest and most active clubs in Canada!
Drop in to join.

Euchre

Drop in to win prizes every Tuesday night at 7pm.
New players welcome.

Photography

A vibrant community for those passionate about photography. Attend up to three meetings for free!

Call for Nominations - RA Board of Directors

Are you interested in making a difference at the RA? Do you want to help guide the RA, as it continues to evolve its focus on providing services to the National Capital community. If so, you may be interested in becoming a member of the RA Board of Directors! Elections are planned for September 2026.

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RA COMMUNITY NEWS + UPDATES

Celebrating Volunteers and a Dedication to Community
At our Volunteer Appreciation Event, we recognized several community-nominated award winners from a variety of clubs. Read more.

Young runners build confidence at
Junior Athletes Fun & Run!
Junior Athletes Fun & Run is our brand-new 10-week learn-to-run program for kids ages 9-13!
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More than a Game: How the RA is
Championing Girls in Sport
The RA is proud to help inspire the next generation of girls to believe and achieve in the world of sport!
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RA Guest Services can provide information on all activities, programs and services offered at the RA.

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