Explore our programs and schedules:
We’re proud to offer programs that provide opportunities for you and your family to meet friends and strengthen family bonds, while focusing on your health and wellness.
Our programs are open to all. A YMCA membership is not required to participate.
June Session: June 1 - 28, 2026
Summer Session: June 29 - September 6, 2026
Registration Opens:
Members: Monday, June 15, 2026
Non-members: Monday, June 22, 2026
Clarence-Rockland YMCA
June Session
- Aquatics - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Child, Youth and Family - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Group Fitness - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Gymnasium - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
Summer Session
Taggart Family YMCA
June Session
- Aquatics - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Child, Youth and Family - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Fitness Programs - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
- Gymnasium - June 1 - 28, 2026 (PDF)
Summer Session
Taggart Family Y
Located in the heart of Ottawa, the Taggart Family Y is a 61,000 sq.-ft. inclusive, community-based facility providing unique programs and services that meet the needs of the community.
Clarence-Rockland Y
The Clarence-Rockland Y is a 17,400 sq.-ft. inclusive, community-based facility providing unique programs and services that meet the needs of the community.
Important Information
All members, guests and visitors must check in before entering our facilities. To ensure the safety of all, non-members are required to present photo ID prior to entry.
Group Fitness Classes: All Group Fitness classes are included in your Y membership! Registration for the entire session is required (except for Cyclefit, which is booked weekly), and Y members may register for as many classes as they wish at no charge.
Y Programs: Two free Y programs included per session (e.g. basketball, children’s dance)*.
*Some programs are excluded: for example, Certification Courses.
Y Services: Child Minding services are included in your membership.
Y Camps: Your Y membership also gives you a discount on Y Camp programs! (summer camps and holiday/PA day camps).
Drop-in Classes: Require no booking/registration. These activities are included as part of your Y membership. Non-members must purchase a day pass to participate.
Examples of drop-in activities: Open Gym, Youth Night, Family Badminton
Bookable Activities/Services: These activities have a capacity limit and should be booked in advance each time you wish to participate to guarantee your spot. These activities/services are included as part of your Y membership. Non-members must purchase a day pass to participate.
Activities can be booked online, by phone, or in person.
Examples of bookable classes: Cyclefit, Child Minding, Lane Swim, Open Swim, Pickleball, Adult Volleyball, Youth Badminton.
Registered Programs: In order to be guaranteed a spot to participate in a registered program, a Y member/non-member must register for these programs for the full session (not each day/week). This includes group fitness classes as well as other Y programs.
Group fitness classes are included as part of your Y membership, along with two free registered programs. Non-member pricing is also available for all registered programs.
Registration for programs can be done online, by phone or in person.
There are three ways to register/book:
Online: View and register for programs using your online account. First, ensure that your online account has been activated. Learn how to activate your account.
In person: You can register for programs in person at the Clarence-Rockland YMCA or Taggart Family YMCA.
By phone: Register for programs by calling the Clarence Rockland YMCA or Taggart Family YMCA directly.
Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to availability. Full payment is required upon registration. Drop-in classes do not require advance registration or booking.
Note: Attendance will be taken during registered sessions. Any participants who miss more than 2 classes per session without notice will be removed from the class list and the space made available to another participant.
Methods of payment include:
- Credit cards: VISA, Mastercard and American Express.
- Debit cards: Can now be used for monthly ongoing payments IF the debit card has a VISA or Mastercard symbol on the front AND it also has an expiry date and a 3-digit CVV code.
- Cash and Interac: These options are available for registrations made in person.
Classes that fall on statutory holidays will not run; fees are prorated accordingly.
The Y reserves the right to cancel, postpone or combine classes based on enrolment. Refunds or account credits will be issued where applicable.
Requests for refunds must be made in writing by mail or email. 75% of the course/camp fee per session will be refunded if cancellation occurs with a minimum of two weeks’ notice prior to the start of the program/camp.
There is no fee for transfers between sessions. All transfers must be completed at least two weeks prior to the session start date.
No refunds are offered with less than two weeks notice. There are no refunds for children who are asked to leave a course/camp due to behavioural issues.
Our child and youth facility access guidelines are in place for everyone's safety and security. All members, guests and visitors must check in before entering our facilities, and all non-members are required to present photo ID prior to entry to the Y.
Please view our facility access policies before your first visit.
Our Membership Service Centre staff can assist you with any questions you have. Please contact us via memberships@ymcaottawa.ca.