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GET READY FOR FALL! CHECK OUT ALL THE PROGRAMS STARTING SOON!
RA Centre
CONTACT/HOURS
PlayRA
  • Drop-in Activities
  • Sports & Recreation
    • Archery
    • Badminton
    • Canoe Camping
    • Chess
    • Curling
    • Duplicate Bridge
    • Euchre
    • Target Shooting
    • Indoor Golf
    • Judo
    • Photography
    • Pickleball
    • Racquetball
    • Ski & Outdoor Activities
    • Squash
    • Table Tennis
  • Leagues
    • Archery
    • Ball Hockey
    • Darts
    • Pickleball
    • Squash
    • Softball
    • Volleyball
  • Fitness & Wellness
    • Fitness Memberships
    • Personal Training
    • Group Fitness Classes
    • Yoga Sessions
    • ForeverFIT 55+ Wellness Program
    • A GoodFIT Program
    • Line Dancing Classes
    • Zumba Classes
    • Pickleball Fitness Conditioning Program
    • First Aid & CPR Training
    • LifeFIT Canada Corporate Worksites
  • Children & Youth
    • Junior Athletes Programs
    • Junior Athletes Events
    • Archery
    • Badminton
    • Curling
    • Youth Judo at the RA
    • Squash
    • Table Tennis Kids Academy
    • RA Camps
  • Aquatics
  • Facility
    • Facility Rentals
    • On-site Services
    • Facility Renewal Fee
  • Upcoming Events
    • Summer Wind-Down on the Sundeck
    • RA Winter Market
  • Drop-in Activities
  • Sports & Recreation
    • Archery
    • Badminton
    • Canoe Camping
    • Chess
    • Curling
    • Duplicate Bridge
    • Euchre
    • Target Shooting
    • Indoor Golf
    • Judo
    • Photography
    • Pickleball
    • Racquetball
    • Ski & Outdoor Activities
    • Squash
    • Table Tennis
  • Leagues
    • Archery
    • Ball Hockey
    • Darts
    • Pickleball
    • Squash
    • Softball
    • Volleyball
  • Fitness & Wellness
    • Fitness Memberships
    • Personal Training
    • Group Fitness Classes
    • Yoga Sessions
    • ForeverFIT 55+ Wellness Program
    • A GoodFIT Program
    • Line Dancing Classes
    • Zumba Classes
    • Pickleball Fitness Conditioning Program
    • First Aid & CPR Training
    • LifeFIT Canada Corporate Worksites
  • Children & Youth
    • Junior Athletes Programs
    • Junior Athletes Events
    • Archery
    • Badminton
    • Curling
    • Youth Judo at the RA
    • Squash
    • Table Tennis Kids Academy
    • RA Camps
  • Aquatics
  • Facility
    • Facility Rentals
    • On-site Services
    • Facility Renewal Fee
  • Upcoming Events
    • Summer Wind-Down on the Sundeck
    • RA Winter Market

There are still spots left in the RA's exciting Fall Programs

Enroll in something new this September!
LEARN 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!
Upcoming Temporary Parking Changes - September 8-25 (inclusive)
​Parking adjustments will be in effect from September 8 - 25 (inclusive). The West Parking Lot will be closed during this time.
All RA patrons will continue to have convenient on-site parking available in the RA East Parking Lots when participating in RA programs, activities, and services. All RA programs, activities, and services will continue as scheduled.


Upcoming Temporary Roadway Closures - September 16-20 - 3:00pm to close each day
From September 16-20, there will be RA Roadway closures between the East and West Parking Lots in effect from 3:00pm until close. While the Roadway is closed all RA Patrons must enter the RA property from Data Centre Road. The Roadway will be open from 7:00am-3:00pm each day during this time. 

Thank you for your support as the RA hosts this exciting community event.
​We appreciate your cooperation with these temporary changes and look forward to welcoming you to the RA.

get Active this Fall!

Sports Leagues

Get ready to sweat, smile, and move! 

Check out our Zumba class starting in September!
RA Table Tennis

Get in on the action - RA Darts

Check out our NEW Darts League starting in October!
Duplicate Bridge

Take your best shot with RA Table Tennis

Explore Fall Table Tennis programs starting in September!

Yoga

Learn to play Squash this Fall!

Squash programs for adults and youth start in September!
Archery

Move Better. Play Stronger. 

Learn more about our Pickleball Fitness Conditioning Program!
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Take Aim at Archery! 

Archery programs for adults and youth start in September!

KIDS PLAY AT THE RA!

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Junior Athletes

Fall registration is open!
LEARN MORE
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Kids Activities

Over 25 programs to choose from!​
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Junior Athletes Events

Check out our full line-up of upcoming events for kids aged 6-15!
​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!
CHECK OUT ALL UPCOMING EVENTS!

SPECIALTY CLUBS AND PROGRAMS

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

Perfect for those with a heart for adventure and a love for the great outdoors!
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Euchre

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

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

RA COMMUNITY NEWS + UPDATES

RA Annual Meeting

Join us for the RA Annual Meeting on Thursday, September 24 at 6:00pm.

This hybrid event will take place in-person at the RA in the Clark Hall and virtually via a web-based video conferencing platform.
It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the Association, hear updates from leadership, and engage with the RA community.

To attend the Annual Meeting, your membership must be in good standing as of Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
All voting members are asked to pre-register and confirm their attendance.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST FORM

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The ABCs of Fall fun for youth!
As summer winds down and school gets underway, it’s the perfect time to get kids moving, learning and trying something new. Read more.
Confederation Heights
Make the most of August at the RA!
July may be coming to a close, but there’s still plenty of summer left to enjoy!
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Read more.
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Walk with a Doc (WWAD) is coming
​to the RA!

Participate in this FREE community walking program starting July 12.
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Read more.
READ ALL NEWS AND UPDATES

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:
  • online at PlayRA;
  • 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!
Partners & Sponsors
RA Member Offers
Acera Insurance
Ottawa Tourism

Exclusive Partners

Ottawa Tourism
Advanced Business Imaging
Advanced Business Interiors
Koallo
Acera Logo
Optimum Mechanical Solutions

Preferred Partners

Allegra Ottawa

                                   Exclusive Facility Partners

Creative Display
Coca-Cola
Labatt Canada

Granting Partners

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T: ​   613.733.5100 
E:    ​[email protected]
A:    ​2451 Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON  K1H 7X7
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