About our programs

From initiation, through house league to competitive, the Gloucester Lacrosse Association provides affordable summer sports opportunities to players of all levels. Girls’ lacrosse and winter programs are also part of the GLA equation.

The house league season runs from mid-April until the end of June.

Competitive Gloucester Griffins teams play against regional clubs in zone play, and attend 3 or 4 tournaments in June and July as well as and the Ontario Provincial Lacrosse Championships in early August.

The girls’ house league season runs from mid-April until the end of June, while the competitive players continue to practice up until provincials in August.

There are also early-season skills development camps for new players, as well as advanced training camps for players preparing for the junior level.

GLA programs traditionally use arenas in Ottawa’s east end such as Earl Armstrong, Fred Barrett (Leitrim), Brewer, Navan and Kilrea (Canterbury).

Learn more about our programs & registration at: https://www.gloucester-lacrosse.com

About the Gloucester Lacrosse Association

Gloucester Griffins Minor Lacrosse is all about raising awareness for the sport of lacrosse… the fastest game on two feet!

The sport of lacrosse is a combination of basketball, soccer and hockey. Anyone can play lacrosse – big or small. The game requires and rewards coordination and agility, not brawn. Quickness and speed are two highly prized qualities in lacrosse.

Canada’s national summer sport, lacrosse is fast-paced and exhilarating. Abrupt starts and stops, precision passes and quick shots are all routine in action-packed men’s and women’s lacrosse.

Founded in 1970, Gloucester Lacrosse offers House League & Competitive Box Lacrosse Programs for Boys & Girls Age 3-21. Talented players can move on to play junior lacrosse with the team that carries the same Griffins name as its minor competitive teams.

The Griffins have known a number of provincial and national-champion teams over the years, and many players have competed for Ontario and Canada, earned NCAA scholarship opportunities, and advanced to play lacrosse professionally (not to mention several pro hockey alumni as well).

Visit us online at: https://www.gloucester-lacrosse.com

About our programs

The Nepean Nighthawks Field Hockey Club offers a full range of opportunities for women, girls and boys to enjoy the sport at all levels of play.

The Outdoor Season features recreational programs for youth from April to the end of June which includes practices, games, at least one away tournament, a home tournament, and several club events. The season continues into July for competitive athletes.

The Indoor Season runs from November to March at indoor turf and gym facilities for boys and girls starting at 7 years old.

The Nighthawks also offer free programming, equipment and transportation to Indigenous youth through our Stick Together initiative.

Learn more about programs and how to register at: http://nepeanfieldhockey.ca/programs/program/ & http://nepeanfieldhockey.ca/registration/

About the Nepean Nighthawks Field Hockey Club

The Nepean Nighthawks Field Hockey Club is a community-based, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to the development of field hockey locally.

We strive to strike a balance between the development of athletes and the life-long love of sport. Our focus is on fun and participation. Whether you wish to play, coach or umpire, we have a place for you on one of our competitive or recreational teams. Players at all levels are welcome.

We are the only club in Ottawa that caters to a full range of age groups for both girls and boys. This is one of the things that our members love about the Nighthawks because it has a true “family” feel to it.

Founded in 2002, we are now the fastest-growing Field Hockey Club in Ottawa and a rising force on the provincial and national stage.

Visit us online at: http://www.nepeanfieldhockey.ca

About Boxing Without Barriers

Everyone has the potential to be a champion!

Boxing Without Barriers is a non-contact boxing program for children, youth, and adults (ages 7+) with physical, cognitive, or developmental disabilities.

Classes run on Sunday mornings, at the Beaver Boxing Club in Little Italy. They are open to individuals with a wide range of abilities and is designed for participants to exercise, learn to box, and have fun.

BWB is a registered Boxing Ontario club and a partner of Beaver Boxing Club.

Visit us online at: https://www.boxingwithoutbarriers.ca/

About our classes

Unlike regular classes, designed sequentially with successive steps laid out in a linear fashion, the classes at BWB are designed for people with disabilities.

We structure our learning in a simultaneous, often overlapping way. Since our athletes have varied ways of learning, we take a dynamic, flexible, yet purposeful approach to our class structure, all while creating opportunity for our athletes to set their own goals.

We tailor our classes to adjust to varying skills, learning abilities, and cognitive and motor development. Our unique coaching style reveals every athlete’s potential to become a champion.

Find out more at: https://www.boxingwithoutbarriers.ca/classes

 

About Gloucester Skating Club

With a storied history of over 50 years (est. 1971), the Gloucester Skating Club (GSC) has grown to become one of the largest skating clubs in Canada. With outstanding professional coaching staff, alongside talented and hard-working skaters, have produced countless success stories, including 1988 Olympic silver medalist Elizabeth Manley, after whom the home ice rink is named.

GSC is committed to personal excellence through skating. We support and strive to embrace the passion for skating in each individual within our community by providing a full range of quality programs, skilled and dedicated coaches, in a safe, fair and inclusive environment.

Visit us online at: https://www.gloucesterskatingclub.ca

About our programs

From youngsters getting on the ice for the first time up to competitive athletes preparing for the highest levels in figure skating, Gloucester Skating Club offers programs for all.

Kids as young as 3 can begin in CanSkate programs, which features six ‘stage’ badges to complete. Each stage incorporates skills focusing on the fundamental movements of Agility, Balance and Control, the A B Cs of skating. Each stage also includes ‘extreme’ skills to challenge the skaters. The skaters are evaluated on a day-to-day basis and awarded badges as they learn the required elements.

Skaters progress at their own speed as coaches assess on a continual basis. Skate Canada certified coaches provide a “focus on fun” that creates the best quality- learning environment possible. A maximum skater to coach ratio of 10:1 is maintained. Hockey and ringette players can also enhance their game by improving their skating skills within this program.

STARSkate (Skills, Tests, Achievement, Recognition – this is what STARSkate is all about!) offers opportunities for skaters of all ages to develop fundamental figure skating skills in the areas of ice dance, skating skills, free skate and interpretive skating.

CompetitiveSkate is a program for skaters in singles, pair and ice dance wishing to compete in qualifying events within Skate Canada. It’s more than just skating! Skaters enrolled in CompetitiveSkate learn a variety of life skills as they progress up the competitive ladder. These include goal setting, focus, ability to deal with success/failure, time management and principles of fair play and sportsmanship.

A year-round competitive daytime training program is available for competitive, dance teams and pairs skaters.

Program features include: National and International Professional Coaching Staff, Private Lessons & Group Lessons, On-Ice Simulations, Athletic Support System, Video Analysis, Jump Harness Training, Performance Coaching, Enrichment Programming for STAR and Competitive Skaters, Off-Ice Conditioning/Personal Fitness Trainers, Weight Room/Cardio Studio, Mental Training Consultant, Nutritional Consultant (upon request), Annual Club Competition, and Ice Shows.

SynchroSkate provides skaters the opportunity to figure skate in a team setting. At Gloucester, there are two adult teams at the Adult 2 and Adult 3 level.

Our programs are based out of the Bob MacQuarrie Recreational Complex – Orléans. The Elizabeth Manley Rink offers a mirrored wall, jump harness and heated seating area.

Bob MacQuarrie Recreational Complex – Orléans, 1490 Youville Dr.

Learn more about our programs via: https://www.gloucesterskatingclub.ca

About our summer camps

The Nepean Hotspurs Soccer Club offers two types of exciting opportunities – Summer Soccer Camps focused on Fun, Skill-Building and Active Play for All Levels, as well as FC Bayern Camp, where the road to the Bundesliga runs through Ottawa!

The Hotspurs’ Summer Soccer Camps are an exciting and active way to spend your summer, as fun, fitness, and skill development come together in a safe and supportive environment. Led by certified coaches, our camps focus on physical literacy and soccer fundamentals, aligned with Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) principles. Whether your child is new to soccer or already plays, the Hotspurs offer the perfect balance of learning and fun for all skill levels.

And the Hotspurs are also thrilled to present Ottawa’s exclusive FC Bayern 2026 Soccer Camp! Learn from the world’s best. Train like the pros. Be seen by FC Bayern Academy Coaches and showcase your talent for the FC Bayern Pathway! With a legacy of producing world-class players, FC Bayern’s youth academy is recognized globally for excellence in player development. Their methods have shaped legends of the game — and now, they’re bringing that elite experience directly to you. FC Bayern Camp is open to all players, all clubs, all genders.

Ages:

Summer Soccer Camps: U4–U6 (Half-day camp) & U7–U15 (Full day)
FC Bayern Camp: U13–18 (Birth Years 2008–2013)

Dates/Times:

Summer Soccer Camps:
July 6-10 & July 27-31, 2026
Half-day: 9 a.m.-noon (extended hours free! – early drop off at 8 a.m., late pickup by 1 p.m.)
Full day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (extended hours free! – early drop off at 8 a.m., late pickup by 5 p.m.)
FC Bayern Camp: 
July 13-17 & July 20-24, 2026
9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cost:

$220/week (Full day Summer Soccer Camps)
$150/week (Half-day Summer Soccer Camps)
$549/week (FC Bayern Camp) – 10% off Multi-week and Sibling Discount

Location:

Merivale High School (Summer Soccer Camps)

Julian De Guzman Park (FC Bayern Camp)

About our programs

The Nepean Hotspurs are proud to offer many levels of play and programs for any age. More than just a name, the “Let the Kids Play” summer youth recreational program for players under age 12 is guided by a philosophy that focuses on fun and carries the primary objective of building a love for the sport for life. No standings or scores are kept in the LKP program, which helps encourage players to try new skills.

Players at similar levels of development are placed together for training, and small-sided games ensure players frequently touch the ball. Hotspurs recreational players in the U12-U18 age group take part in the South Side Soccer League alongside recreational players from other clubs, with the focus remaining on fun and exercise.

Our TOP DAWG program is for U9-U12 players who want more practice time, which can provide a boost for those who aspire to play in the competitive ranks. We have a strong competitive history and own one of the deepest collection of nationally-certified coaches of any Canadian community soccer club.

Read more about the Let the Kids Play program:
Let The Kids Play program lights up summer soccer nights in Nepean

Learn more about our programs at: http://nepeanhotspurs.ca/programs/

About the Nepean Hotspurs Soccer Club

For over 50 years, the Nepean Hotspurs Soccer Club has been a pillar in our community, introducing the “beautiful game” to thousands and thousands of players and delivering quality programs to players of all ages and skill levels. Ingrained in our culture, we have become known as a hotbed of coaching excellence, which enhances the development of all of our members.

We have a legion of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers, who have received honours for positive impact they’ve had on participants’ lives. Top Canadian national team talents such as Charmaine Hooper, Lyndon Hooper and Kristina Kiss have worn the distinctive Hotspurs red and white stripe during their careers and many alumni have gone on to outstanding careers at colleges and universities across North America.

While we take pride in their achievements, we take even greater pride in the impact we’ve had on our wider community through the club’s efforts over many years.

Visit us online at: http://nepeanhotspurs.ca