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      • CIT Training Program
      • LIT Training Program
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    • Outdoor Pool Passes & Schedule
    • Low Ratio Swimming Lessons
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    • One-on-One Adaptive Swimming Lessons
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Give your child the chance to grow, play, and thrive with Junior Athletes!

At Junior Athletes, sport is about fun, encouragement, and building confidence that lasts. We focus on fundamentals, movement, and self-efficacy, so every child learns at their own pace in a supportive environment. Research shows kids stay in sport when they feel competent and included, which is why we emphasize positivity over rankings.

​We’re expanding to Kanata, Orleans, and Barrhaven! See below for more information!
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Register now to secure your spot and discover more about our exciting new off-site locations below!
Junior Athletes Referral Program!
Share the fun! Refer a friend new to Junior Athletes and you’ll both get $25 in PlayRA credit for future programs.
 When your friend registers they will be prompted to add your name into the ​Referral Question Box.

We're here for you
​If you need more information please contact Noah by email at [email protected].

NEW Summer 2026 On-site Programs

The following programs take place at the RA Centre.

Register now!

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Important note: These are OUTDOOR programs that will occur rain or shine. Please ensure your child has all necessary items for the weather each week. 

AGES 2-5
PARENT & TOT Soccer
​AGES 2-3 | 8-week program
Parent & Tot Soccer is a fun and engaging way for junior children to explore movement and sport alongside a parent or caregiver. Through playful outdoor soccer-based games and activities, children build coordination, confidence, and a love for being active, all in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 2 years old by the start of the session. 

SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 5 to August 23, 2026
    SUNDAY -  9:00-9:40am
    ​Location: Turf Field 1
    Fees: $149
    Barcode: 651068
    REGISTER

Parent & Tot Soccer 2-3 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653834
REGISTER 

Baseball
​Ages 4-5 
​| 8-week program
Baseball 4-5yrs introduces junior athletes to the fundamentals of the game through active learning, teamwork, and fun challenges outdoors on our diamond! Each session focuses on building coordination, confidence, and core skills such as throwing, catching, batting, and base running, all in a supportive and encouraging environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 4 years old by the start of the session. 

SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 4 to August 29, 2026
    SATURDAY -  9:00-9:45am
    No Session August 22
    ​​Location: Softball Field 2
    Fees: $169 
    Barcode: 651072​
    REGISTER 

Baseball 4-5 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653839
REGISTER 
Soccer
​AGES 4-5 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Soccer 4-5yrs introduces junior athletes to the excitement of soccer through outdoor fun and active play. Each session focuses on developing coordination, confidence, and teamwork while learning essential skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting, all in a supportive and encouraging environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 4 years old by the start of the session. 
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SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 5 to August 23, 2026
    SUNDAY -  9:45-10:30am
    ​Location: Turf Field 1
    Fees: $169 
    Barcode: 651069
    ​REGISTER 

Soccer 4-5 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653835
​REGISTER 
JR Athletes Basketball

AGES 6-8
BASEBALL
​ages 6-8 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Baseball 6-8yrs introduces junior athletes to the fundamentals of the game through active learning, teamwork, and fun challenges outdoors on our diamond! Each session focuses on building coordination, confidence, and core skills such as throwing, catching, batting, and base running, all in a supportive and encouraging environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 6 years old by the start of the session. 
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SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 4 to August 29, 2026
    SATURDAY -  9:55-10:45am
    No Session August 22
    ​​Location: Softball Field 2
    Fees: $179 
    Barcode: 651073​
    ​REGISTER 

Baseball 6-8 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653838
​REGISTER 
Soccer
ages 6-8 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Soccer 6-8yrs builds on foundational skills as children begin to learn the flow of the game through teamwork, fun challenges, and small-sided play. Each session helps players strengthen their dribbling, passing, and shooting skills while developing confidence, coordination, and a deeper understanding of soccer in a supportive, engaging, and outdoor environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 6 years old by the start of the session. 
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​​SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 5 to August 23, 2026
    SUNDAY -  9:45-10:35am
    ​​Location: Turf Field 1
    Fees: $179 
    Barcode: 651067
    ​​REGISTER 

Soccer 6-8 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
​Barcode: 653833​
​REGISTER 
Junior Athletes Baseball

AGES 9-12
Fun & Run
ages 9-12 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Fun & Run helps junior athletes build endurance, proper running mechanics, and confidence through a structured 8-week-long program. Combining weekly home-based challenges with coached Saturday run groups at the RA Centre, participants learn to run in a safe space while building friendships with fellow athletes. Designed for junior athletes of ALL skill levels. Children must be 9 years old by the start of the session. 

​​SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 4 to August 22, 2026
    SATURDAY -  11:10am-12:10pm
    ​​Location: West Lobby
    Fees: $189 
    Barcode: 651074​
    ​​REGISTER 

Fun & Run 8-12 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653840
​REGISTER 
new Sand VOLLEYBALL 
AGES 9-12 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Sand Volleyball 9-12yrs introduces junior athletes to the fundamentals of the game through fun, active, and engaging play on our beach volleyball courts! Each session focuses on building coordination, teamwork, and confidence while learning key skills like bumping, setting, and serving in a unique outdoor setting, all in a positive and inclusive environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 9 years old by the start of the session. 

​​​SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 4 to August 22, 2026
    SATURDAY - 12:45-1:45pm
    Location: Sand Volleyball Courts
    Fees: $189 
    Barcode: 651075
    ​​REGISTER 

Sand Volleyball 9-12 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653841​
​REGISTER
new Flag Football
​Ages 9-12 | 8-Week Program
​Flag Football 9-12yrs helps junior athletes build confidence and refine their football skills through progressive drills, teamwork, and outdoor game play. Each session challenges participants to apply fundamentals like passing, receiving, and flag-pulling in real-game situations while learning offensive and defensive strategy, communication, and leadership in a supportive, inclusive environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 9 years old by the start of the session. 

​​​SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 5 to August 23, 2026
    SUNDAY -  10:45-11:45am
    ​​Location: Turf Field 1
    Fees: $189 
    Barcode: 651070
    ​​REGISTER 

Sand Volleyball 9-12 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653836​
​REGISTER 
JR Athletes Ball Hockey

AGES 13-15
new Sand Volleyball
​Ages 13-15 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Sand Volleyball 13-15yrs helps junior athletes build confidence and refine their skills through progressive drills, teamwork, and competitive game play on our beach volleyball courts! Each session challenges participants to apply fundamentals such as bumping, setting, and serving in real-game situations while mastering strategy, communication, and leadership in a supportive, inclusive environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 13 years old by the start of the session. 
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SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 4 to August 22, 2026
    SATURDAY -  1:45-2:45pm
    ​​Location: Sand Volleyball Courts
    Fees: $189 
    Barcode: 651076​
    ​​REGISTER

Sand Volleyball 13-15 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653842
​REGISTER 
new flag football
ages 13-15 | 8-WEEK PROGRAM
Flag Football 13-15yrs helps junior athletes build confidence and refine their football skills through advanced drills, teamwork, and outdoor game play. Each session challenges participants to apply high-level fundamentals such as route running, defensive positioning, and play execution in real-game situations while mastering complex strategy, communication, and leadership in a supportive, inclusive environment. Designed for junior athletes of ALL levels. Children must be 13 years old by the start of the session. 

​​SUMMER 2026 SESSION
  • July 5 to August 23, 2026
    SUNDAY -  11:50am-12:50pm
    ​​Location: Turf Field 1
    Fees: $189 
    Barcode: 651071
    ​​REGISTER ​

Flag Football 13-15 1:1 Support Program
No Separate program registration is required. If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!
​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports.  

​Fee: $260
Barcode: 653837
​​REGISTER 
Jr Athletes Pickleball

1:1 Support

Our 1:1 Support Program has changed!

​No Separate program registration is required, just register your child for the specific 1:1 Support Program you are interested in (i.e. Fun & Run 9-13 1:1 Support Program). Explore your options in the drop downs below!

If your Junior Athletes needs individualized support, this is the perfect option!

​​Junior Athletes 1:1 Support is a personalized support option where a dedicated coach is paired with your child to ensure their individual needs are met. This coach will work closely with your child throughout the program to help them feel confident, included, and supported as they learn and enjoy sports. 
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