In accordance with public health guidelines, and to ensure the continued health and safety of our residents and employees, the Accora Centre will be closed and all in-person programs and services will be suspended effective Thursday, December 24th at 2:00 pm. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Accora Centre when it is once again safe to do so.
Virtual Fitness Available
Outdoor Fun Continues…
Snowshoe Loans
Borrow a set of snowshoes and explore the great outdoors. We have 20 sets of snowshoes including child and adult sizes. Reserve your snowshoes online and stop by the Accora Centre during the designated pickup period. Weekend reservations available for $10 per pair (pick-up; Friday between 1pm and 6pm Return; Monday 10am – 1pm). Weekday loans may be added if demand supports.
Rent your snowshoes today
Crazy Carpet Giveaway
There is a small hill in Bayshore Park perfect for winter sliding. Don’t have a sled? Send an email to [email protected] and we’ll arrange a time for you to pick-up a Crazy Carpet. Available while quantities last.
Skating on Outdoor Rink
In the centre of Accora Village is a City of Ottawa Park with an outdoor rink. The rink is operated by local community volunteers through a service agreement with the City of Ottawa. Outdoor rinks are free to use and are typically open late December to mid-February. For information on seasonal rinks visit https://ottawa.ca/en/recreation-and-parks/skating/outdoor-rinks, call 613-580-2590 or email [email protected].
Britannia Winter Trail
This winter we are so fortunate to have a multi-use urban winter trail steps from Accora Village. 8 km of winter tail stretch’s from Andrew Haydon Park to Britannia Beach. This trail presents a great opportunity for everyone to get out into the fresh air during the snowy months and enjoy their preferred winter activity be it cross-country skiing, winter biking, snow shoeing, or walking! For more details check visit the Britannia Winter Trail on Facebook.
Cross Country Ski
Learn to cross-country ski with the Kanata Nordic Ski Club. All required equipment and instructions will be provided free of charge. For ages 6+, however all children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by someone 18+. February 3 or February 17 from 4-6 pm at Wesley Clover Park.
Reserve your spot
Dance
With Covid precautions front of mind our dance classes will be offered with a maximum group size of 4 and the option to attend virtually or in-person (dependant on restrictions). Participants have the option to switch between virtual and in-person participation based on their comfort and preference from week-to-week. These high energy classes teach rhythm, coordination, and balance through age-appropriate movements set to fun upbeat music.
Tuesdays, January 26 through to March 9.
$35 for 7, 30-minute classes and $52.50 for 7, 45-minute classes.
- Ages 4 to 6; Ballet 4:30-5:00pm or Jazz and HipHop 5:15-5:45.
- Ages 7 to 9; Jazz and Hip Hop 6:00-6:45pm.
- Ages 10 to 12; Jazz and Hip Hop 6:00-6:45pm or Ballet 8:00-8:45 pm
