Registered activities

These programs are offered at an extra fee for members or non-members.

Fall 2023 programming and schedules are now available.

Activities

Swimming pool

Aquatic lessons

Whether you are looking to train or just to have fun, our aquatic centre offers a variety of aquatic programs and lessons to meet everyone's needs. The University of Ottawa is an affiliate of the Lifesaving Society and also offers aquatic certifications.

an instructor dancing

Dance

Love to dance? Get moving with a wide variety of beginner dance classes. Each course is taught by experienced instructors, even some professional dancers. They effectively pass on their skills and knowledge in a variety of traditional and modern types of dance.
fitness room

Fitness and wellness

Do you want to feel energized, active, dynamic and healthy? Then Campus Recreation has the right programs for you! Our fitness and wellness programs are specially designed to initiate and invigorate your drive towards a healthy lifestyle. Enthusiastic and qualified instructors will be by your side to teach you the basic principles of training and give you the motivation you need to take your fitness to a new level.
two men in a martial arts room

Martial arts

If you’re interested in following in the footsteps of martial arts masters, Gee-Gees Recreation has a variety of martial arts programs at different levels to help you get to that ninja status you’ve wanted for so long. Gee-Gees Recreation offers different martial arts programs that vary in their intensity and in the skill required to participate: Aikido, BJJ, Karate, Kung Fu, MMA, Taekwondo and Self-Defense for Women.
Skating Arena

Skating

Prepare for skating on the famous Rideau Canal with Gee-Gees Recreation’s Learn to Skate program, which is geared for beginners. Practise your skills with our experienced skating staff at the University of Ottawa Minto Sports Complex. Remember to bring your skates!
personal trainer training a student

Personal training

We offer a variety of different Fitness Program options, run by our Certified Personal Trainers. Whichever program you choose, you can be assured our unique client focused approach will support your overall health and well-being.

Activities registration

Cat looking at a computer.

Online

It’s easy, fast and secure to register online. Please note that registration is on a first come, first serve basis.  You can also visit our Client Services locations to  register in person. 

Your account has already been created. Please click on Forgot My Password and enter your uOttawa e-mail address to obtain your login information. Please note that if you do not use the account already created for you and create a new account, the external registration fees will apply automatically for any activities registration and no refund will be granted for the difference in fees. 

Register online
Paper and pen.

By mail

Send your registration form (PDF 259 KB) to:  

Sports Services | University of Ottawa 
Client Services 
125, University Private 
Ottawa (Ontario) 
K1N 6N5 Canada 

In person service.

In person

Visit one of our Client Services desks to register in person. You can also fill in a registration form (PDF 259 KB) and bring it to Client Services or send it by fax: 

Montpetit Hall Room 102 
125 University Pr. 
Ottawa ON K1N 6N5 
613-562-5800 ext. 4327 
Fax: 613-562-5152 

uOttawa Minto Sports Complex 
801 King Edward 
Ottawa ON K1N 6N5 
613-562-5789 
Fax: 613-562-5496