Nepean Sportsplex

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Where weddings are wow!

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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.

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

Mondays and Wednesdays: 6:30 am to 9 pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays: 8 am to 9 pm
Fridays: 6:30 am to 8 pm
Saturdays: 9 am to 7 pm
Sundays: 9 am to 5 pm

Athletics Centre

Monday to Friday: 7 am to 10 pm
Saturday and Sunday: 8 am to 10 pm

Nepean Visual Arts Centre

Nepean Seniors Centre

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

Email
nepeansportsplex@ottawa.ca
Tel: 613-580-2828
Nepean sportsplex

Drop-in schedule - swim and aquafit

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

*Reservations not required.

Play free, additional details, descriptions, fees and cancellation information.

Nepean Sportsplex - swim and aquafit - March 18 to June 9
  Monday  Tuesday  Wednesday  Thursday  Friday  Saturday Sunday
Lane swim – 25m pool  *Reservations not required 7 - 8 am n/a 7 - 8 am n/a 7 - 8 am n/a n/a
Lane swim - 50m long course *Reservations not required 8:30 am - 1 pm 8:30 am - 1 pm 8:30 am - 1 pm 8:30 am - 1 pm 8:30 am - 1 pm n/a n/a
Lane swim - 50m short course  *Reservations not required 7:30 - 9:30 pm 7:30 - 9:30 pm 7:30 - 9:30 pm 7:30 - 9:30 pm n/a 11 am - 3 pm 11 am - 3 pm
Public swim - 25m pool shallow *Reservations not required 11 am - 1 pm 11 am - 1 pm 11 am - 1 pm 11 am - 1 pm 11 am - 1 pm 1 - 3 pm 1 - 3 pm
Preschool swim - 25m pool shallow  *Reservations not required. n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 9:45 - 10:45 am n/a
Aquafit – general shallow  *Reservations not required 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am n/a n/a
Aquafit – general deep  *Reservations not required 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am 8:30 - 9:30 am n/a n/a
Aqualite – 25m pool  *Reservations not required 9:30 - 10:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am 9:30 - 10:30 am n/a n/a

Drop-in schedule - weight and cardio room

Additional details, descriptions, fees and cancellation information.

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

Nepean Sportsplex - Weight and cardio room
  Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Weight and cardio room *Reservations not required. 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.

Additional details, descriptions, fees and cancellation information.

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Nepean Sportsplex - Group fitness - March 18 to June 30
  Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Cardio n/a 8 - 8:55 am n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Cardio and strength n/a 8 - 8:55 am n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Cardio and strength - older adult 9 - 9:55 am 9 - 9:55 am 9 - 9:55 am 9 - 9:55 am 9 - 9:55 am n/a n/a
Yoga 10 - 10:55 am, Noon - 12:55 pm 12:15 - 1:10 pm,  7 - 7:55 pm Noon - 12:55 pm Noon - 12:55 pm, 7 - 7:55 pm 9 - 9:55 am 10 - 10:55 am 9 - 9:55 am
Strength 9 - 9:55 am, 5:15 - 6:10 pm n/a 8 - 8:55 am, 5 - 5:55 pm 9 - 9:55 am 8 - 8:55 am 8 - 8:55 am n/a
HIIT 8 - 8:55 am 6 - 6:55 pm n/a n/a 10 - 10:55 am n/a 8 - 8:55 am
Indoor cycling n/a 9 - 9:55 am 6 - 6:55 pm 8 - 8:55 am n/a 9 - 9:55 am n/a
Zumba 6 - 6:55 pm 10 - 10:55 am n/a 10 - 10:55 am n/a n/a 10 - 10:55 am

Drop-in schedule - racquet 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.

Additional details, descriptions, fees and cancellation information.

Reserve a spot at Nepean Sportsplex

Nepean Sportsplex - racquet sports - March 18 to June 30
  Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Pickleball 10:30 - 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/a 10:30 - 11:30 am, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, 1:30 - 2:30 pm n/a 10:30 - 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/a n/a
Badminton n/a 10:30 - 11:30 am,  11:30 am - 12:30 pm,  12:30 - 1:30 pm,  1:30 - 2:30 pm n/a 11:30 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
Table tennis n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a 10:30 - 11:30 am,  11:30 am - 12:30 pm,  12:30 - 1:30 pm
Squash – courts 1, 2, 3, and 4 8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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 , 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm    8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm  8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm 8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm  8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm 8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm 8:30 - 9:30 am, 9:30 - 10:30 am, 10:30 - 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, 5:30 - 6:30 pm, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, 7:30 - 8:30 pm, 8:30 - 9:30 pm

Drop-in schedule - curling

Curling will resume in the fall of 2024.

Events at Nepean Sportsplex

April

April 6

  • Parent and Child Expo
    • 10 am to 5 pm
    • Curling Rink, Entrance # 4, back parking lot
  • Eid Expo
    • 10 am to 7 pm
    • Halls A and B, Entrance # 3, back parking lot

April 7

  • Sports Card and Comic Book Show
    • 10 am to 3 pm
    • Halls A and B, Entrance # 3, back parking lot
  • Ottawa Youth Olympians Invitational - Long Course
    • 7 am to 5 pm
    • Pool, Entrance #1, front parking lot

April 13

April 14

April 20 and 21

April 27

April 28

April 30

  • School Board Special Olympics
    • 8 am to 2:30 pm
    • Pool, Entrance #1, front parking lot

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

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

Curling will resume in the fall of 2024.

Amenities

  • Ten sheets of ice
  • Curling lessons and clinics
  • Curling leagues
  • Brooms 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: $5.56
  • Senior: $4.16
  • Youth: $4.16
  • Curling sheet: $55.04

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, hours will vary.

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