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SPEND FAMILY DAY AT THE RA! FREE ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! FIND OUT MORE!
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!

NEW programs just opened!

​Summer 2026 Swim Lesson registration
​is now open. Learn more!
Get kids moving with our NEW Junior Athletes Run Club. Learn more!
Take a swing with our new Birdie House Indoor Golf partnership.
​Learn more!

Spring registration is now open!

Take a swing at Spring/Summer Leagues!

Check out our lineup of returning favourites and new Spring/Summer Sports Leagues!

Try Archery programs start in February!

Learn more

Table Tennis: where play connects people

Visit the Table Tennis Centre

Zumba Class: Sweat, smile, and move!

No dance experience required just bring your energy and let the music move you!

The RA is your
Squash HQ!

See all programs and leagues

Learn to play
Duplicate Bridge

Or enhance your skills!

KIDS PLAY AT THE RA!

Junior Athletes

Winter registration now open!
LEARN MORE

Kids Activities

Over 25 programs to choose from!​
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RA Camps

Check out our full line-up of camps!
​LEARN MORE​

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!

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!​

RA COMMUNITY NEWS + UPDATES

An Open Letter to the RA Community
After the release of highly conceptual planning materials related to the future of Confederation Heights, RA CEO Ian Fraser provides some context, address concerns around the perceived footprint of a future RA and clarify where we are, and just as importantly, where we are not. 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!
​Read more
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!​
​Read more

We’re here to help.

​RA Guest Services​ can provide information on all activities, programs and services offered at the RA.

For your convenience, YOU CAN REGISTER:
  • in-person at the East Wing Guest Services desk;
  • by calling the telephone registration line at 613-733-5100 Ext 360.

​The Guest Services staff can also assist you plan your visit with information about parking and directions to the RA Centre.

RA Partners & Sponsors

RA partners and sponsors represent a wide range of sectors offering benefits to RA Members!

Exclusive Partners

Preferred Partners

                                   Exclusive Facility Partners

Granting Partners