Return to Sports Offered

5K Fitness Walking

 

NEW this Winter season, we are introducing a 5k Fitness Walking group!

Join us weekly for an hour of speed walking, various fitness activities, social interactions, and FUN! Meet at different locations across central Ottawa and enjoy the beautiful landscapes.


Our 6-week program is geared towards improving your physical fitness through paced walking, whether you are looking to get active for the first time or are an experienced walker looking for a fun group.

The focus is to increase your heart rate while enjoying the company of fellow walkers in the community.

Let's get out and stay active this Winter!

 

COVID-19 PROTOCOL


All participants must adhere to physical distancing procedures and safety protocols when on site. 


Session I Registration Deadline is Thursday, January 14th @ midnight!

Session II Registration Deadline is Thursday, February 25th @ midnight!

 


Winter 2021 Details: 

COVID-19 Protocol & Safe Return

We are committed to providing the highest levels of safety for our community.  

 

To ensure player and staff safety, we have implemented mandatory 'Safe Return to Play Protocol & Guidelines' for all Club Activities.  In order to participate with the Ottawa Sport & Social Club and stay in good standing, the following guidelines MUST be followed.  A zero-tolerance policy is in place for those who challenge these decisions.   

 

To ensure a successful season, please remember to practice safe physical distancing and a positive attitude!


All participants are required to read, understand and adhere to the following:

 

1 - League Modifications

2 - Player Guidelines

3 - League Representative Guidelines

4 - Self Screening Tool (done before each hike). 

 

As well as:

  • Facility specific COVID-19 Protocols (you can find these protocols in the facility link in your schedule once live). 

Start/End Dates

Session I:

Monday: Starts Monday, January 18 and ends Monday, March 1.

Tuesday: Starts Tuesday, January 19 and ends Tuesday, February 23.

Session II:

Monday: Starts Monday, March 8 and ends April 26.

Tuesday: Starts Tuesday, March 2 and ends April 13.

# of Weeks

Session I: 6 weeks.

Session II: 6 weeks.

Start Times

6:30pm - 7:30pm.

Each walk is 1 hour in length.

Groups can continue the fun and meet afterwards for a drink of choice (coffee, tea, beer, etc) at the near by pub or café. 
Price

$60.00 + HST.

Bye dates

Monday, February 15 (Family Day).

Monday, March 15 & Tuesday, March 16 (March Break).

Monday, April 5 (Easter Monday).
Schedule

The meet up location will be posted online and sent to participants two days prior to the walk, along with specific COVID-19 facility protocols.

Ready to Play? Decide on your night of the week & skill level from the grid below!

Skill Level Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
Session 1 :
Session 2 :

- Click the skill description for more info!
- Prices listed are before taxes
- Review the Refund Policy
- After the posted registration deadline, late fees will apply.

Is the class/league/night/skill division you are interested in sold out?
Please send an email with your name, phone number and desired sport to info@ossc.ca and we will add you to the wait list! We will contact you if/when a spot opens up.

How to request to play with a friend or two

Sport Info

What you need to know about 5km Fitness Walking.

Details

This is a outdoor social program.

 

Participants will be sent the meeting point ahead of time. Participants will meet the OSSC Representative and will embark the walk as a group.

 

Open skill level, everyone welcome. 
Mandatory Requirements

COVID-19 LEAGUE MODIFICATIONS  - Each league has specific mandatory roster requirements.  

  • This program will have a maximum of 25 participants per group (would be revised if there are changes to Provincial guidelines).  Once the first week has gone by, no additional participants will be added to the program.  

1) All participants are required to sign the waiver.

 

2) Hike day wellness checks “COVID-19 Self Screening” must be completed by all players prior to participation.

 

3) Participants must maintain physical distancing of 2-meters before, during and after all activities.  This includes arriving on-site, hiking, resting/sitting, and departing the location.

 

4) No Spectators are allowed under any circumstance (this includes kids, family, friends, etc). Only registered participants are able to participate.

 

For more information regarding Roster Sizes & Specific Team Numbers, click here.

Equipment Requirements

Participants are required to wash/sanitize their hands before and after each walk. Do not share water bottles, snacks or warm clothing with others.

Participants should wear a comfortable pair of shoes and clothing that suits the weather.

 

Rules

COVID-19 RULE MODIFICATIONS - Please refer to the sport rules page to view league rules.  It is the responsibility of all players to read and understand the sport specific rules as well as the general rules & club policies.

Location

Walks will take place at one of these locations (but not limited to):

Dowe's Lake, Parliament Hill, Aviation/Rockliffe Parkway, Rideau Canal. 

*The specific meeting point for each class will be communicated beforehand.