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Ottawa recreation center RA Centre
Ottawa recreation center RA Centre
Ottawa recreation center RA Centre
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RA CENTRE

(4.9 Score)
2451 Riverside Drive,
Ottawa, ON K1H 7X7 Directions

Since 1941

Specialty:

✓ Archery ✓ Badminton ✓ Canoe Camping ✓ Chess ✓ Curling ✓ Firearms Safety Education ✓ Gun Club ✓ Judo ✓ Photo Club ✓ Pickleball ✓ Racquetball ✓ Ski and Outdoor Club ✓ Squash ✓ Stamp ✓ Outdoor Pool ✓ Private Swimming ✓ Low Ratio Swimming Lessons ✓ Lifesaving Training Programs ✓ Scubapeutic ✓ Ball Hockey ✓ Basketball ✓ Softball ✓ Volleyball ✓ Child and Youth Programs ✓ Day Camps ✓ Junior Day and Specialty Camps ✓ Personal Training ✓ First Aid and Fitness Programs ✓ Facility Rentals ✓ Wellness Programs ✓ Specialty Fitness

“RA Centre is a not-for-profit recreation and leisure facility in the National Capital Region that has been serving the community for over 83 years. The centre offers more than 50 member activities, providing diverse sports, recreation, fitness, and leisure opportunities for people of all ages. Being a member of the RA Centre means becoming part of a welcoming and supportive community, akin to having a second home and family. The members are dedicated to leading a healthy and active lifestyle while promoting social connections and fun experiences. This vibrant community acts as a genuine social network, offering opportunities for sports, recreation, health, and social gatherings in a safe and enjoyable environment where values like fun, respect, and excellence are embraced. RA Centre features expertise in various areas, including fitness, health and wellness, events and conferences, sports leagues and clubs, and restaurants.

2025 Update: The recreation centre has ​over 200,000 sq. ft of indoor and outdoor facilities.”

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Contact:

(613) 733-5100

Mon-Fri: 7am - 10:30pm
Sat & Sun: 7am - 9pm

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Ottawa recreation center Minto Recreation Complex-Barrhaven
Ottawa recreation center Minto Recreation Complex-Barrhaven
Ottawa recreation center Minto Recreation Complex-Barrhaven
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MINTO RECREATION COMPLEX-BARRHAVEN

(4.8 Score)
3500 Cambrian Road, Nepean,
Ottawa, ON K2J 0E9 Directions

Specialty:

✓ 25 Metre Lap Pool ✓ Two NHL-Sized Ice Rinks ✓ Swimming Pool ✓ Two Ice Hockey Rinks ✓ an Indoor Basketball Court ✓ Weight Room

“2025 Update: Minto Recreation Complex-Barrhaven is a destination for a variety of recreational activities, appealing to both individuals and families. The complex features family-friendly amenities such as universal change rooms, a warm toddler pool, and an exciting kids’ pool area with a lazy river, ensuring that visitors of all ages can find something enjoyable. The complex provides ample parking, although it can fill up quickly during peak hours. With a wide range of activities available, including swimming, hockey, weight training, and basketball, Minto Recreation Complex serves as a vibrant community hub catering to the fitness and recreational needs of the neighbourhood. Minto is also an active sponsor of community initiatives and is proud to be associated with the City of Ottawa's Community Champions Program.”

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Contact:

(613) 727-2683

Mon-Fri: 6:15am - 10pm
Sat: 7:15am - 9pm
Sun: 6:45am - 8pm

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Ottawa recreation center Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata
Ottawa recreation center Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata
Ottawa recreation center Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata
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RICHCRAFT RECREATION COMPLEX-KANATA

(4.8 Score)
4101 Innovation Drive,
Ottawa, ON K2K 0J3 Directions

Since 2013

Specialty:

✓ Dry Sauna ✓ Youth Room ✓ Wading Pools ✓ Multi-Purpose Programming Rooms ✓ Swimming-Lane and Public ✓ Zumba ✓ Cardio and Strength ✓ Weight and Cardio Room ✓ Bootcamp ✓ Hatha Yoga ✓ Indoor Cycling ✓ Step and Strength ✓ Badminton ✓ Table Tennis ✓ Gym ✓ Basketball ✓ Rockwall ✓ Volleyball ✓ Fitness-Core Conditioning ✓ Skate Plaza ✓ Splash Pad ✓ Basketball Court ✓ Playschool ✓ Weight/Cardio Center and Fitness Studio ✓ Play Structures ✓ Door Pool ✓ Skating

“Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata provides a high-quality recreation, aquatic, fitness facility, and community centre. The centre has a weight room, an outdoor soccer pitch with artificial turf, basketball courts, a children's play structure, and a splash pad for kids. The centre offers a 15-kilometre multi-use trail network for hiking and mountain biking, allowing visitors to experience the beauty of this natural area. Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata has eight lanes, a 25-meter pool, a warm therapy/leisure pool, and a dry sauna. Their goal is to provide a fun and welcoming environment for students to work towards and complete their 40 hours of community involvement while becoming active members by planning and hosting events. Richcraft Recreation Complex-Kanata features change rooms, a passenger loading zone, washrooms, and reception desks.

2025 Update: Free public Wi-Fi is available.”

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Price:

Adult $9.53
Senior Youth Student $8.09
Sport Adult $4.52
Sport Child Youth Student Family $2.85
Sport Senior $4.28
Personal Training Semi Private Adult $51.67
Personal Training Semi Private Senior $46.90
Personal Training Small Group Adult $26.20
Personal Training Small Group Senior $23.80

Contact:

(613) 580-9696

Mon-Thu: 6am - 10pm
Fri: 6am - 9pm
Sat & Sun: 8am - 8pm

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RA CENTRE REVIEWS

The RA Centre is a really nice sporting complex. I just went for an orientation of the building because I'm starting badminton next January. The courts are really nice. There's a lounge area just outside the courts area where you can meet up with the other players before the games start. Change rooms are in good proximity as well. I can't wait to get started.

Very nice public arenas with multiple courts to choose from. All the courts are well maintain. Only thing I would add is some portable toilet closer to the outdoor soccer field... there is a washroom inside the arena but you aren't allowed to wear cleats...

My partner and myself curl there. The coaches are lovely and knowledgeable. There's a nice bar you could hangout in at the end of each game. I definitely recommend RA centre.

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MINTO RECREATION COMPLEX-BARRHAVEN REVIEWS

Aweome, most welcoming, Minto Recreation Complex in Half Moon Bay area of Barrhaven, Ottawa, offers great facilities for swimming, playing badminton, basketball, badminton, ice hokey, skiing, skating. The complex can also be assessed in terms beautiful architectural design, getting spacious rooms, systematic approach to enjoy the sportive facilities.

Amazing quality recreation complex. Everything is new and modern. Great service from staff. Clean. Well-run. Played hockey here today. I love the ice. There were some bumps and the bench boards are too high to jump over but otherwise, great rink.

Beautiful, well lit place. Sara on the front desk was smart, creative & very helpful with advice & our membership. The perfect sports complex 10 mins walk from home. What's not to like? Good for voting today too.

RICHCRAFT RECREATION COMPLEX-KANATA REVIEWS

Richcraft, my beloved! A clean, friendly, and beautiful facility. This place is just the right size, with a straightforward layout. I've only ever done drop-in activities here, so I can't speak to the pool or the gym, but drop-ins are run very well. It's one of the only rec centres in Ottawa that offers table tennis (aka ping pong), which is a brilliant way to spend a weekday evening. I've always had good service, and they took great care of me when I had an injury on the court. (Let's just say, drop-in volleyball is INTENSE here.) If you're looking to play table tennis and you're in the west end, this is the best - and cheapest - place to go.

Absolutely amazing experience hosting a birthday party at the Richcraft. Very affordable, super accommodating and ultra professional. If you’re looking for the full birthday package at an astounding rate, choose Richcraft. Ashley and her team were incredible! All the parents who attended were gushing at the venue asking for info to book their next party.

Well maintained, high end world class equipments .. totally worth every penny... I enjoyed best swimming with my family.. suana adds cherry on cake... Also the volleyball court is just awesome.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RA CENTRE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.3K: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MINTO RECREATION COMPLEX-BARRHAVEN Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 1.5K: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RICHCRAFT RECREATION COMPLEX-KANATA Total Inspection Points: 115/120
Experience: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of 1.1K: 10
Website Standard: 10

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