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Nepean Sportsplex

The Nepean Sportsplex hosts 30-plus regional, provincial, national and international sporting events as well as 35 special events per year. Our facility serves over 1.5 million clients annually, who enjoy any of the following amenities: An impressive aquatic centre with a 50 metre Olympic pool with diving towers and springboards, a 25-metre family pool, a children’s wading pool and a therapeutic whirlpool. The centre also features three North American size rinks: The Yzerman and the Allen J. MacDonald arenas, and a 10-sheet curling centre. A 3,000 sq. feet weight room and fitness centre including four squash courts, a studio and gymnasium as well as a large outdoor Sports field area featuring two baseball diamonds, a soccer field, the Minto sports field turf, a lawn bowling turf and pavilion as well as outdoor fitness trails.

With 18 meeting and banquet rooms ranging from 468 to 8,640 sq. ft. and available space of 62,000 sq. ft. for conventions, the Nepean Sportsplex has become known as a top-notch location to hold tradeshows and special events including the annual Christmas craft show.

Our Seniors Centre offers activities for retired adults 50+, while the Visual Arts Centre provides all levels of visual arts programs. General interest programs complete the options available.

Schedule changes

  • Drop-in swim and aquafitness changes, see the drop-in schedule.

Hours

Sunday : 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday : 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
Tuesday : 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wednesday : 6:30 am - 9:00 pm
Thursday : 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Friday : 6:30 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday : 9:00 am - 7:00 pm

Customer Service hours

Aquatics Centre

Easter weekend hours

  • Friday, April 3
    • 6:30 am to 1:30 pm
  • Saturday, April 4
    • 9 am to 7 pm
  • Sunday, April 5
    • 9 am to 3:30 pm
  • Monday, April 6
    • 6:30 am to 1:30 pm
    • 6:45 to 9:30 pm

Regular hours

  • Sunday, 9 am to 5 pm
  • Monday, 6:30 am to 9:15 pm
  • Tuesday, 8 am to 9:15 pm
  • Wednesday and Thursday, 6:30 am to 9:15 pm
  • Friday, 6:30 am to 8 pm
  • Saturday, 9 am to 7 pm

Athletics Centre

Easter weekend hours

  • Friday, April 3
    • 7 am to 4 pm
  • Saturday, April 4
    • 8 am to 10 pm
  • Sunday, April 5
    • 8 am to 4 pm
  • Monday, April 6
    • 7 am to 4 pm
Regular hours
  • Monday to Friday, 7 am to 10 pm
  • Saturday and Sunday, 8 am to 10 pm

Location and contact

1701 Woodroffe Avenue
Ottawa ON K2G 1W2

613-580-2828

  • Aquatics - option 5
  • Athletics - option 1
  • Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre and Nepean Visual Arts Centre - option 2

nepeansportsplex@ottawa.ca

Also in Nepean Sportsplex:

Notifications

Pickleball, badminton and table tennis can now be found in the gymnasium sports schedule.

Nepean sportsplex

Drop-in schedule - Easter weekend

April 3 to 6

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Nepean Sportsplex - all drop-in activities
 Friday, April 3Saturday, April 4Sunday, April 5Monday, April 6
Lane swim - 25m pool7 - 8 amn/an/a7 - 8 am
Lane swim - 50m long course 8:30 am - 1 pmn/an/an/a
Lane swim - 50m short course n/a11 am - 3 pm11 am - 3 pm8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30 pm
Public swim - 
25m pool 
11 am - 1 pm1 - 3 pm 
Play Free
1 - 3 pm11 am - 1 pm
Preschool swim - 25m pool n/a9:45 - 10:45 am 
Play Free
n/an/a
Whirlpool 7 - 8 am, 
8:30 am - 1 pm
11 am - 3 pm11 am - 3 pm7 - 8 am, 
8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30pm 
Weight and cardio room7 am - 4 pm8 am - 10 pm8 am - 4 pm7 am - 4 pm
HIITn/an/a8 - 9 amn/a
Indoor cyclingn/a9 - 10 amn/an/a
Strengthn/a8 - 9 amn/a 
Yogan/a10 - 11 am9 - 10 am, 
10 - 11 am
n/a
Zumban/an/a11 am - noon 
Basketball7 - 8 amn/an/an/a
Badmintonn/a6:30 - 7:30 pm, 
7:30 - 8:30 pm, 
8:30 - 9:30 pm
Play Free
8 - 9 am, 
9 - 10 am, 
10 - 11 am
n/a
Pickleball10:30 - 11:30 am, 
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, 
12:30 - 1:30 pm, 
1:30 - 2:30 pm, 
2:30 - 3:30 pm
n/an/a10:30 - 11:30 am, 
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, 
12:30 - 1:30 pm, 
1:30 - 2:30 pm, 
2:30 - 3:30 pm
Table tennisn/an/a11:30 am - 12:30 pm, 
12:30 - 1:30 pm
n/a
Squash - courts 1, 2, 3, 4 7:30 am - 3:30 pm8:30 - 9:30 pm8:30 - 3:30 pm7:30 am - 3:30 pm

Play Free 

Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.

Drop-in schedule - swim and aquafitness

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

The therapeutic whirlpool is open during lane swims and public swims.

Reservations not required.

Schedule changes

  • Sunday, March 29
    • Lane swim, 11 am to 3 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 1 to 3 pm, 25m pool only
  • Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6
    • See Easter schedule.
  • Tuesday, April 7
    • Lane swim, 8:30 am - 1 pm, short course only
  • Thursday, April 9
    • Lane swim, 8:30 am - 1 pm, short course only
  • Friday, April 10
    • Lane swim, 8:30 - 10 am, schedule change
    • Aquafit general, 8:30 - 9:30 am, moved to 25m pool
  • Saturday, April 11
    • Lane swim, 11 am - 3 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 1 - 3 pm, 25m pool only
  • Sunday, April 12
    • Lane swim, 11 am - 3 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 1 - 3 pm, 25m pool only
  • Saturday, April 18
    • Lane swim, noon - 3 pm, schedule change
  • Tuesday, April 21
    • Lane swim, 8:30 am - 1 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 11 am - 1 pm, cancelled
    • Aquafit general, 8:30 - 9:30 am, cancelled
    • Aquafit lite, 9:30 - 10:30 am, cancelled
  • Wednesday, April 22
    • Lane swim, 8:30 am - 1 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 11 am - 1 pm, cancelled
    • Aquafit general, 8:30 - 9:30 am, cancelled
    • Aquafit lite, 9:30 - 10:30 am, cancelled
  • Saturday, April 25
    • Lane swim, 11 am - 3 pm, cancelled
    • Public swim, 1 - 3 pm, 25m pool only 
Nepean Sportsplex - swim and aquafitness - March 23 to June 28
 Monday  Tuesday  Wednesday  Thursday  Friday  Saturday Sunday 
Lane swim - 
25m pool
7 - 8 amn/a7 - 8 amn/a7 - 8 amn/an/a
Lane swim - 50m long course  8:30 am - 1 pm8:30 am - 1 pm8:30 am - 1 pm8:30 am - 1 pm8:30 am - 1 pmn/an/a
Lane swim - 50m short course7:30 - 9:30 pm7:30 - 9:30 pm7:30 - 9:30 pm7:30 - 9:30 pmn/a11 am - 3 pm 
Play Free
11 am - 3 pm
Public swim -
25m pool
11 am - 1 pm11 am - 1 pm11 am - 1 pm11 am - 1 pm11 am - 1 pm1 - 3 pm 
Play Free
1 - 3 pm
Preschool swim - 25m pooln/an/an/an/an/a9:45 - 10:45 am 
Play Free
n/a
Aquafit General8:30 - 9:30 am8:30 - 9:30 am8:30 - 9:30 am8:30 - 9:30 am8:30 - 9:30 amn/a n/a 
Aquafit Lite - 25m pool shallow9:30 - 10:30 am9:30 - 10:30 am9:30 - 10:30 am9:30 - 10:30 am9:30 - 10:30 amn/a n/a 
Whirlpool7 - 8 am, 
8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30 pm
8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30 pm
7 - 8 am, 
8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30 pm
8:30 am - 1 pm, 
7:30 - 9:30 pm
7 - 8 am, 
8:30 am - 1 pm
11 am - 3 pm11 am - 3 pm

Play Free 

Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.

Drop-in schedule - weight and cardio room

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Reservations not required.

Schedule change

  • Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6
    • See Easter schedule.
Nepean Sportsplex - weight and cardio room

 

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Weight and cardio room

7 am - 10 pm

7 am - 10 pm

7 am - 10 pm

7 am - 10 pm

7 am - 10 pm

8 am - 10 pm

8 am - 10 pm

Drop-in schedule - group fitness

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change.

Holiday hours and programs may vary. Changes will be reflected through the booking process.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Reserve a spot at Nepean Sportsplex

Schedule change

  • Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6
    • See Easter schedule.
Nepean Sportsplex - group fitness - March 23 to June 28
 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Bootcampn/a8 - 9 amn/an/an/an/an/a
Cardio9 - 10 amn/an/an/an/an/an/a
Cardio and strength -
older adult
9 - 10 am9 - 10 am9 - 10 am9 - 10 am9 - 10 amn/an/a
HIITn/a

6 - 7 pm

 

n/an/a10 - 11 amn/a8 - 9 am
Indoor Cyclingn/a9 - 10 am6 - 7 pm8 - 9 amn/a9 - 10 amn/a
Strength8 - 9 am,
5 - 6 pm
n/a8 - 9 am,
5 - 6 pm
9 - 10 am8 - 9 am8 - 9 amn/a
TMC - older adultn/aNoon - 1 pm n/an/an/an/an/a
Yoga10 - 11 am,
Noon - 1 pm

7 - 8 pm

 

Noon - 1 pmNoon - 1 pm, 
7 - 8 pm
9 - 10 am10 - 11 am9 - 10 am, 
10 - 11 am
Yoga - older adultn/a10 - 11 amn/an/an/an/an/a
Zumba®n/a10 - 11 amn/a10 - 11 amNoon - 1 pmn/a11 am - noon
Zumba® toning6 - 7 pmn/an/an/an/an/an/a

Drop-in schedule - gymnasium sports

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary. Changes will be reflected through the booking process.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Reserve a spot at Nepean Sportsplex

Schedule change

  • Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6
    • See Easter schedule.
Nepean Sportsplex - gymnasium sports - March 23 to June 28
 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturday
*Play Free
Sunday
Basketballn/a3:30 - 4:30 pm7 - 8 am, 
3:30 - 4:30 pm
3:30 - 4:30 pm7 - 8 amn/an/a
Pickleball10:30 - 11:30 am,
11:30 am - 12:30 pm,
12:30 - 1:30 pm,
1:30 - 2:30 pm,
2:30 - 3:30 pm,
3:30 - 4:30 pm  
n/a10:30 - 11:30 am,
11:30 am - 12:30 pm,
12:30 - 1:30 pm,
1:30 - 2:30 pm 
n/a10:30 - 11:30 am,
11:30 am - 12:30 pm,
12:30 - 1:30 pm,
1:30 - 2:30 pm,
2:30 - 3:30 pm,
3:30 - 4:30 pm,
4:30 - 5:30 pm 
n/an/a
Badmintonn/a11:30 am - 12:30 pm,
12:30 - 1:30 pm,
1:30 - 2:30 pm
n/a11:30 am - 12:30 pm,
12:30 - 1:30 pm,
1:30 - 2:30 pm 
6 - 7 pm, 
7 - 8 pm, 
8 - 9 pm, 
9 - 10 pm 
6:30 - 7:30 pm, 
7:30 - 8:30 pm, 
8:30 - 9:30 pm
8 - 9 am, 
9 - 10 am, 
10 - 11 am
Table tennisn/an/an/an/an/an/a11:30 am - 12:30 pm, 
12:30 - 1:30 pm

Play Free 

Play Free is the City’s lineup of free drop-in activities for children and youth (aged 17 and under) and accompanying adults.

Drop-in schedule - squash

Pickleball, badminton and table tennis can now be found in the gymnasium sports schedule.

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary. Changes will be reflected through the booking process.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Reserve a spot at Nepean Sportsplex

Schedule change

  • Friday, April 3 to Monday, April 6
    • See Easter schedule.
Nepean Sportsplex - squash - March 23 to June 28
 MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Squash - courts 1, 2, 3, 47:30 am - 9:30 pm7:30 am - 9:30 pm7:30 am - 9:30 pm7:30 am - 9:30 pm7:30 am - 9:30 pm8:30 am - 9:30 pm8:30 am - 9:30 pm

Drop-in schedule - skating

The schedules listed in the charts below are subject to change. Holiday hours and programs may vary. The changes will be reflected in the online reservation process.

Drop-in activities: descriptions, fees, membership, and cancellation information. 

Safety and regulations

Nepean Sportsplex - skating - January 5 to April 16
 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 
Public Skating n/a 1:30 - 3 pmn/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 
18+ Pick-up Hockey n/a Noon - 1:30 pmn/a7 - 8:30 amn/a n/a n/a 

Drop-in schedule - curling

Curling will resume in fall 2026.

The Christmas Craft Show will return in 2026.

Registered programs

Registered programs

Registered programs are structured activities that run weekly or seasonally. You must sign up in advance to participate. Examples include swimming lessons, dance or music classes and summer camps.

Wedding reception rentals

At the Nepean Sportsplex, we take pride in being your premiere wedding reception venue in Ottawa. Our commitment to excellence ensures that your special day is nothing short of extraordinary. Here's what makes it the ideal choice for your reception: 

  • Versatile spaces: Our venue offers multiple rooms to accommodate both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations. Whether you’re planning a cozy affair or a lavish event, we’ve got you covered. 
  • Seated dinners for 400: Hosting a large wedding? No problem! We can comfortably accommodate up to 400 attendees for seated dinners. Your guests will enjoy the spacious and elegant surroundings. 
  • Personalized decor: Infuse your wedding with your unique style and personality. Our rooms are a blank canvas waiting for your creative touch. From floral arrangements to lighting, make it truly yours. 
  • Culinary excellence: Meet Tulips and Maple, our esteemed onsite caterer. Renowned for their culinary prowess, they’ll craft custom menus tailored to your preferences. Expect an unforgettable dining experience that delights the senses. 
  • Guidance every step of the way: Our experienced team is here to assist you from start to finish. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, so count on us to make it stress-free. Your happiness is our priority. 

It’s a perfect union! By choosing the Nepean Sportsplex as your wedding venue, you’re creating a perfect union. Combine our elegant spaces with the exceptional services provided by Tulips and Maple, and your wedding day will be nothing short of magical.  

Contact us by email to arrange a tour and personal consultation.  

Parking and entrances

Front parking lot

  • Lawn Bowling Centre and Pavilion
  • Nepean Sports Medicine and Physiotherapy Centre
  • Entrance 1 - if front parking lot is full, use Entrance 3 at back parking lot
    • Aquatics Centre
    • Arena 1 (Yzerman Arena)
    • Arena 3
    • Dom’s Skate Sharpening and Repairs
    • Foyer Gallery

Back parking lot

  • Minto sports field
  • Hamilton Yards ball diamond
  • Soccer field
  • Entrance 2
    • Arena 2 (Allen J. MacDonald Arena)
    • Hall F
  • Entrance 3
    • Halls A and B
    • Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre
    • Nepean Visual Arts Centre
    • Concourse
  • Entrance 4
    • Athletics Centre
    • Gymnasium
    • Curling Centre
    • Halls C, D and E
    • Richmond Room
    • Spectators Lounge
    • Tulips and Maple Inc.

Aquatic centre

The Nepean Sportsplex Aquatic Centre is divided into seven pool areas. Not all pool areas are open during each swim.

  • 50-metre Olympic pool with diving towers and springboards
  • "Beach-like" entry children’s wading pool
  • Warm water 25-metre leisure pool with ramp and stair entry
  • Therapeutic whirlpool with ramp and stair entry
  • Preschool toys and play structures
  • Seating for 750
  • Facility has a male change room
  • Facility has a female change room
  • Facility has a universal change room

Regular Pool Setup
Evenings/Weekends/Summer

Long Course Setup
Daytime: Fall/Winter/Spring

Nepean Sportsplex Aquatic Centre

Curling centre

Curling will resume in fall 2026.

The Nepean Sportsplex Curling Centre is the only public curling facility in the Ottawa area welcoming all levels of curlers. Join one of our leagues or pay as you play during drop-in times.

Amenities

  • Ten sheets of ice
  • Curling leagues
  • Brooms and sliders available at no extra charge.
  • Lockers available but please bring your own lock.

Drop-in curling fees

Fees shown do not include HST. Applicable taxes will be added during the payment process.

  • Adult: $8.88
  • Senior: $6.66
  • Youth: $5.33

Curling league 

Book a bonspiel (rental)

Bar/lounge and boardroom

These hours are subject to change.

  • Monday, 6:30 to 10:30 pm 
  • Tuesday, 4:30 to 10:30 pm 
  • Wednesday, 6:30 to 10:30 pm 
  • Thursday, 4:30 to 10:30 pm 
  • Friday, 6:30 to 10:30 pm 
  • Saturday and Sunday, open upon request.

Additional facility features

Facility features

  • Accessible amenities
  • Onsite catering - Tulips and Maple Inc., 613-723-7103
  • Maple Café
  • Aquatic Centre
  • Arenas
    • Three North American size arenas, including the Steve Yzerman (seating 2200) and the Allen J. MacDonald arenas.
  • Athletic Centre
    • Cardio theatre
    • Weight room
    • Fitness studio
    • Gymnasium
    • Four squash courts
  • Curling Centre
  • Foyer Gallery
  • Halls
    • 18 Meeting and banquet rooms 470 to 8,640 sq feet
    • Convention and trade show space up to 62,000 sq feet
  • Lawn Bowling Centre and Pavilion
  • Seniors Centre
    • Office hours are 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday
    • Membership fee is $27 for a full calendar year.
    • Call the Seniors Centre Coordinator at 613- 580-2828, option 2
  • Sports Fields
    • Minto sports field (turf)
    • Two ball diamonds
    • Soccer field
    • 3km fitness trail
  • Sports Medicine & Physiotherapy Centre

Amenities and features

  • Changerooms - family
  • Changerooms – gender-specific
  • Washrooms – gender-specific
  • Water bottle/fountain
  • Basketball courts
  • Free parking
  • Free public Wi-Fi
  • On site parking
  • Sauna
  • Separate shallow pool
  • Turf field
  • Volleyball court
  • Whirlpool

Accessibility features

  • Change rooms
  • Elevator/Lift
  • Entrance/Exit
  • Passenger loading zone
  • Pool
  • Reception desks
  • Signage
  • Stairs
  • Washrooms

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