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We are back open January 31st

Hello Members,

Ontario announced it will allow indoor dining and gyms to reopen and will increase gathering limits on Jan. 31 as part of a three-step plan to ease COVID-19 restrictions in the province.

Summary: The system we had before is the same now. We are operating at 50% capacity, social distance, masks, vax passport (we will honour exemptions and no one will be refused, for clarification contact Joshua Directly). To register your child for class, please contact us to confirm day and time (schedule remains the same). Adult members we have added a 6am class, the 6:45pm class remains the same.

Below have been pulled directly from the Ontario human rights council website and the Ontario reopening plan. Below are the links:

https://www.ontario.ca/page/face-coverings-and-face-masks#section-1

http://www.ohrc.on.ca/en/news_centre/covid-19-and-ontario%E2%80%99s-human-rights-code-%E2%80%93-questions-and-answers

Our official stance is that we do check for Vaccine passports and masks are to be worn inside, but below indicates when our clients can be exempted.

Our front desk attendants are to ask everyone before they arrive for vaccines passport, unless they have exemptions and this can be found on each one of our clients profile, so it is the responsibility of the front desk to check before asking. If someone is exempted, they must contact Joshua via email joshua@painistemporary.net before they arrive.

Can my employer or any service or housing provider require proof that I’ve received a COVID-19 vaccine?

  • While receiving a COVID-19 vaccine remains voluntary, the OHRC’s position is that mandating and requiring proof of vaccination to protect people at work or when receiving services is generally permissible under the Human Rights Code (Code) as long as protections are put in place to make sure people who are unable to be vaccinated for Code-related reasons are reasonably accommodated.

We do have procedures in place to make sure that the gym remains clean and that our patrons remain socially distanced.

         These cleaning and protection plan can be found on our website https://www.ocracademy.ca/covid-19

For those that are medically exempt from getting the vaccine, we ask that you contact the owner directly to discuss as we do not want to discuss your medical information in front of perfect strangers. We in the fitness industry are no stranger to discussing your personal medical information, for years we have been asking “Do you have a medical condition that prohibits you form exercising, or have you been advised by a medical professional not to exercise. But we do this in private. We also do not discuss this in front of anyone in the gym, and so we appreciate if you keep your medical status private and do not discuss it with anyone else in the gym.

  • Organizations should only request and share medical information, including proof of vaccination, in a way that intrudes as little as possible on a person’s privacy, and does not go beyond what is necessary to safely perform work, or protect people receiving services or living in congregate housing, and accommodate any individual needs.
  • No one should experience harassment or other discriminatory treatment based on a Code ground because they are unable to receive a vaccine.

We will not refuse anyone our service.

As per the OPH website “you do not need to wear a face covering if you”

You do not need medical documentation to support any of the exceptions below.

  • have a medical condition that inhibits your ability to wear a face covering

As per the OPH “Temporarily taking off your face covering”

You can take off your face covering temporarily:

  • to receive services that require you to take it off (for example, at the dentist, when receiving some personal care services such as facials, or when you have to verify your identity)
  • to engage in an athletic or fitness activity (speed walking is an Olympic Sport)
  • to eat or drink
  • as necessary for health and safety purpose.

Now more than ever we must be putting our Health and Fitness first. For OFK and adult classes our schedule before the lock down will remain the same, please register your child for class ASAP. If you want to come to the gym between 5am-6:00 am to do your own thing, you are welcome to.

If you made it this far, I appreciate your time and I look forward to seeing you again. You can contact us directly at info@painistemporary.net or call us at 613-726-0909.

Yours in Health and Fitness,

Joshua and the OCRA Team.

2022 Summer Camp

Overcoming summertime boredom one obstacle at a time. Here at OCR Academy we are bringing back recess. Kids are designed to run, jump, climb, swing and crawl. They are not meant to sit in front of a screen all day. That is where we come in. At our OCR Academy camp its like any other camp, except we incorporate our obstacle course.

Camp Cost

$285 per week plus taxes.

How to register

To Register for camp, please head over to our schedule page here and select the week you wish for your child to attend by clicking the sign up button. It will give you an option for a 4 day week or full week. To purchase this you must have a waiver filled out in the name of your child first (If you are a returning member, no need to fill out another one, but you will need to know the email and password you used to sign in. If you do not remember, give us a call and we can help you this). You can fill out a waiver here once this is complete you can now purchase a camp week. By doing this you will reserve the spot for your child in that week.

How it will work in our new normal

We have divided our 6,000sqf gym into 4 sections. Each section will have 1 instructor for every 10 kids, our goal is to keep the 4 groups separated during the day. We will be keeping the kids in each age group, 7-9 years old and 10-12 years old. If you have a 13 year old that is ok with hanging out with 10 year olds, then they can register. If you have family members that do not fit in the age category (for instance a 7 year old and a 10 year old) we can make sure on camp week that they are paired accordingly. We have had 14 year olds in the past, but history has shown that they do not have the best time as that’s a tricky age where kids seem to like independence and the idea of hanging out with 10 year olds just is not appealing. Everyday weather pending we will be heading outside for 75-90 mins where we will be enjoying a splash pad (Sumer time) at local park as well as other outside related games.

Drop off and Pick up locations

  • Drop off/pick up, are between the hrs of 8-9am and 4-5pm.
  • Managers will be present to supervise drop off and pick up and to help direct parents and campers
  • Everyone will enter the same door and will use the Exit door on the loading dock where the orange rig is located, both are facing East.
  • Our staff will have a table set up outside for campers drop off. For pick up please enter the front of the building and we will notify your child that you are here and you both will leave via the Exit door beside the warped wall.
  • Registration will be available online and or over the phone.

Health & Safety

  • If your child has a fever or has had one in the last 48 hrs please stay home, we can all agree that if you’re sick, please stay home.
  • Campers or staff who are exhibiting symptoms of illness may not be permitted into the facility. Those who exhibit signs or symptoms of illness during the program will be isolated from the group and sent home immediately. Others in the group will be notified immediately.
  • All participants must meet the minimum age requirement of 7 years. We will accept those who are turning 7 during the summer months. Star Gymnastics in the same building has a great camp for kids 5-12 year old.

What To Bring

  • Lunch (please make sure there are adequate snacks, with all the activity kids can get very hungry).
  • 1-2 water bottles (we can refill here if needed)
  • Change of clothing. Sweat/mess will happen, so we want to make sure your child is comfortable.
  • Sunscreen/hat.

Is Metabolic Balance right for you?

Are you tired and frustrated of not knowing what to eat?

Have you tried all the diets under the sun, and you can’t stomach another shake, pill or bar?

Do you wish for a simple way to improve mood, energy, sleep, and release of unwanted weight using whole foods?

Have you been told that you can’t lose weight because of your hormones?

Metabolic Balance nutrition plans are individually adapted to each participant in such a way that the foods fit perfectly to the respective metabolism, thus optimizing the performance of the whole body.  We believe that with the right nutrients, every person can have the potential to be as healthy as they can be.  So, let’s ditch the diets and embark on the Metabolic Balance journey to wellness!

If you want to know even more about this amazing program, check out my video explaining the benefits of this program in more detail  

Karine also offers meal plans that can be customized to your needs.  Here is a sample of a gluten and dairy free plan to give you an idea.  This 7 day One Pan Meal Program has less than 15 ingredients and is sure to pique your interest.  Included is all nutrition information, grocery list, recipes and more.  Click the link below for this free meal plan sample.

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Karine is available for consults by visiting https://biohealottawa.com/ She is ready and excited to get you well on your way to reach your wellbeing potential

Now hiring

We are currently looking for kid and Adult fitness instructors.

We are looking for someone who is available Monday to Friday from 4-8pm.

Job Details

Description Join the OCR Academy team and help build a culture that delivers on the promise we make to our members – feel welcome, feel comfortable and feel healthy.

We’re not looking for just average because we’re not your average club. That’s because our goal is to be recognized as Ottawa’s premiere fitness club for Kids and Adults. With that goal in mind, it all starts with you! In our clubs, our Group Fitness Instructors play a very important role. They work hard to provide a fun and safe environment in our Group Fitness classes, so our members leave with a memorable OCRA experience they look forward to each day.

Your typical work day will be high energy and educational, but also open to member feedback to ensure we deliver the highest caliber of instruction out there. As the kids group instructor you will be required to perform the class with them.

We’ve got so much more we want to tell you, so here it goes:

Our Group Fitness Instructor reports directly to the Group Fitness Manager, and will provide best in class fitness instruction, knowledge, coaching and motivation to Club members to help them achieve their fitness goals.

You are also among the heart and soul of what keeps our members energized, moving and shaking!

You will also:
Instruct challenging and enthusiastic group fitness classes for members of all levels

Ensure group fitness training methods and techniques conform to standardized OCRA training practices

Provides exceptional Group Fitness classes, programs and service to meet the diverse needs of new and existing clients

Build and sustain relationships with new and existing Club members

Provide reliable Group Fitness class instruction by ensuring that classes start and end on time, and all classes are covered consistently

Responsible for creating a fun and welcoming environment for all members

Proactively seek feedback (positive and constructive) from class participants and share feedback with Group Fitness Manager with a view to continuously improve the program

Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent experience is required + years related Group Fitness instruction experience required leading Yoga, Pilates (Mat), Yin, Meditation, Restorative, Kettlebells, Mobility  Up)
Successful completion of a nationally recognized Fitness Instruction Specialist Certification is required

Additional certifications to teach specialized classes, special populations, and adapted fitness are an asset

Successful completion of additional health and nutrition certification programs an asset As a condition of employment you are required to provide proof that you are fully v

If interested please contact our owner by sending him an email with your cover letter to info@painistemporary.net

Birthday Parties at OCRA


We are currently accepting reservations for birthday parties. 


For 90 mins you will get access to our facility with one of our obstacle guards / trainer who will take you around the gym and show the kids how to overcome each obstacle. Once you have the skills, we organize a fun race for the kids to compete. Once done, head to the cafe for pizza and cake. Finish off the party with some free time on the course. 


Masks must be worn when not eating or maintaining physical distance while exercising. What’s included:
Entry for your party
Pizza 
Plates
Water and Cups, we have Bio Steel or Gatorade for additional cost.
napkins etc.

No need to bring extra food as we have noticed that if kids have a choice to play or eat, they usually pick playing. 


Cost is $265 plus taxes for 10 people, every additional person is $26.50 


For hockey Parties please contact us directly for booking.

We offer this during our open gym time on Saturday and Sundays, times are 1:00pm 2:45pm and 4:30pm On Saturday, and Sunday. 


To reserve a table, please call us to place a deposit. 

2021 Kids Camp

OCRA Full Day Camp

Overcoming summertime boardam one obstacle at a time. Here at OCR Academy we are bringing back recess. Kids are designed to run, jump, climb, swing and crawl. They are not meant to sit in front of a screen all day. That is where we come in. At our OCR Academy camp its like any other camp, except we incorporate our obstacle course. 

Camp Cost:$285 per week plus taxes. 

How to register: To Register for camp, please head over to our schedule page here and select the week you wish for your child to attend by clicking the sign up button. It will give you an option for a 4 day week or full week. To purchase this you must have a waiver filled out in the name of your child first (If you are a returning member, no need to fill out another one, but you will need to know the email and password you used to sign in. If you do not remember, give us a call and we can help you this). You can fill out a waiver here once this is complete you can now purchase a camp week. By doing this you will reserve the spot for your child in that week. 

How will it work in our new normal? 

We have divided our 6,000sqf gym into two gyms, Gym A, and Gym B. We will be offering two groups, Gym A will have 10 kids, and Gym B will have 10 kids, our goal is to keep the two groups separated during the day. When it’s time to switch sides, this is when we have a water or snack break and our staff disinfect and clean the entire gym. The goal of our camp is to offer kids a safe and clean facility so kids can escape from home for a day where they can run, jump, climb and swing on our indoor obstacle course. We will be following all necessary local and provincial guidelines for Day Camps, including a total of no more than 20 kids, and with total capacity of no more than 50 people in the gym including staff.

Drop off and Pick up locations:

  • Drop off/pick up, parents and children are to wait in their cars until a staff member directs them into the gym, where they will be screened with 4 questions:
    • Have you or anyone in your household had the following symptoms over the last 24 hrs?
    • Fever over 100.4
    • Shortness of breath
    • Coughing
    • Have you or anyone in your family worked in close proximity with or on someone with confirmed Covid-19 in the last 14 days?
  • It is the responsibility of the parents to take each child’s temperature before they arrive to camp.
  • Managers will be present to supervise drop off and pick up and to help direct parents and campers
  • Everyone will enter the same door and will use the Exit door on the other side of the building, both are facing East.
  • Our staff will have a table set up outside for campers drop off. For pick up please enter the front of the building and we will notify your child that you are here and you both will leave via the Exit door beside the warped wall.
  • Registration will be available online and or over the phone. 

Health & Safety:

  • Campers and staff will be screened prior to arriving on site.
  • Those who have indicated that they or a member of the same household has travelled outside the country in the past 14 days will not be permitted into the program.
  • Campers or staff who are exhibiting symptoms of illness may not be permitted into the facility. Those who exhibit signs or symptoms of illness during the program will be isolated from the group and sent home immediately. Others in the group will be notified immediately.
  • All participants must meet the minimum age requirement of 7 years. We will accept those who are turning 7 during the summer months. Star Gymnastics in the same building has a great camp for kids 5-12 year old. 

What To Bring:

  • Lunch (please make sure there are adequate snacks, with all the activity kids can get very hungry).
  • 1-2 water bottles (we can refill here if needed)
  • Change of clothing. Sweat/mess will happen, so we want to make sure your child is comfortable
  • Sunscreen/hat
  • 2 clean masks.

2020 Summer Camp

OCRA Condensed Camp

This new, shorter version of our day camp programs will begin on July 6 and will be offered for 8 weeks, with additional programs being added through the summer depending on local public health regulations and government limitations. At this time, half-day camp programs (3 hours) will be offered to children who are between ages 7-11 yrs old. Campers who were already registered in camp can take advantage of a 48-hour priority registration period for the week that they were registered for. 

How will it work?

Rather than offering full-day care, OCRA 3hr camp will offer kids a half-day program where they can play on our in door obstacle course in a safe and cared for facility, with an emphasis on fun, creativity, activity, and socialization. We will be following all necessary local and provincial guidelines for Day Camps, including groups of no more than 12. Each group will include two staff and no more than 10 children and each “bubble” of 10 will not cross paths with any other group.

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 All programs run Monday – Friday and start at $185/week

Programs will continue to be added and adjusted depending on provincial and local health regulations. Additional half-day, and/or full-day camps will be added in August pending government approval. All additional programs will follow the maximum group size of 10 and a 1:5 staff ratio.

Important program info

Drop off and Pick up locations:

  • Drop off/pick up, parents and children are to wait in their cars until a staff member directs them into the gym, where they will be screened with 4 questions: 

-Have you or anyone in your household had the following symptoms over the last 24 hrs? Y / N

-Fever over 100.4    Y / N

-Shortness of breathY / N

-Coughing                 Y / N

-Have you or anyone in your family worked in close proximity with or on someone with confirmed Covid-19 in the last 14 days?-Y / N

  • Managers will be present to supervise drop off and pick up and to help direct parents and campers
  • Everyone will enter the same door and exit the other 
  • Parents will not be permitted to enter the facility and will be signing their child in at the door directly to their Group Leader.

Health & Safety:

  • Campers and staff will be screened prior to arriving on site. 
  • Those who have indicated that they or a member of the same household has travelled outside the country in the past 14 days will not be permitted into the program.
  • Campers or staff who are exhibiting symptoms of illness may not be permitted into the facility. Those who exhibit signs or symptoms of illness during the program will be isolated from the group and sent home immediately. Others in the group will be notified immediately.
  • All participants must meet the minimum age requirement of 7 years. At this time, there are no camps offered for younger children but this may be offered in the later months. 
  • Children will only be permitted to register for one session each week. If a child registers for a morning program and then an afternoon program during the same week, the second registration will be cancelled by OCR Academy and that spot released to a child on the waitlist.
  • Children will be asked to not register with any other organization within 14 days of their participation at OCR Academy. For the safety of the entire community, it will be important that a child does not attend the evening session at OCR Academy, after spending the day in another program or summer camp.

Program Details:

  • Morning Breakfast Camps will run from 8:30-11:30am. After-Lunch Camps will run from 12:30-3:30pm. 
  • Items from home will be limited to:
    • 1 water bottle, filled to the top at the time of drop off
    • 1 healthy snack in an easy-open container
    • Sun hat, and one bottle of sunscreen that the child is comfortable applying themselves. Leaders will assist using verbal cues only. 
      All items must be labelled with the child’s full name. NO other items will be permitted in the group’s activity space, unless deemed appropriate and/or necessary by Management.
  • Each group will have one designated Group Leader and one designated Activity Leader. Each team of 2 will work together to ensure a safe, high-quality program for each child.
  • Each 2.5-hour camp will include indoor activities, such as traditional fun games like “Floor is lave”, but with an OCR twist, outdoor activities, and free time where each group can play on a section of the course for X amount of time and they switch.  (pending City’s approval and following specific disinfecting guidelines between groups). 

Registration Details:

Those with priority registration who were already registered for summer camp with OCR Academy will have 48 hours advanced access prior to registration being open to the broader public. Those who have signed up for this priority registration will receive notice by email. 

Before registration, please note:

  • Registration will be available online only. Please ensure you have a complete and accurate family account. To register please fill out a waiver filled out on our website https://www.ocracademy.ca/waiveronce that is completed please email us with the title “Camp Registration for Morning camp or Afternoon Camp”
  • For this unusual and limited camp program, we are temporarily suspending all of our regular discounts such as Military Families, neighbours, sponsors, and staff and volunteers. Discount opportunities may resume when the building is open again with a staffed Customer Service desk.
  • All campers must meet the minimum age requirement of 7 years old. There are no exceptions. Without physical touch, we don’t feel well equipped to properly care for the emotional and social well-being of children und the age of 7 .
  • Children will only be permitted to register for one session each week. If a child registers for a morning program and then an afternoon program during the same week, the second registration will be cancelled by OCR Academy and that spot released to a child on the waitlist. There will be no exceptions.
  • Children will be asked to not register with any other organization within 14 days of their OCR Academy Day Camp. For the safety of the entire community it will be important that a child does not attend the evening session at OCR Academy, after spending the day in another program or summer camp.

 Registration dates

Camp DatesAM # of participant’s PM # of participant’s 
July 6-10th1010
July 13-171010
July 20-241010
July 27-311010
August 3rd-7th1010
August 10-14th1010
August 17-21st1010
August 24-28th1010
August 31-Sept 4th1010

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Questions & Answers

1. Can I register for a morning program and an afternoon program? 

No. To minimize risk of exposure and ensure proper management should a case be suspected, the ministry of health has strongly urged organizations to keep groups inside of one “bubble”. For this reason, we are following the recommendation to keep each group limited to only those 12 people for the required minimum 5 days. For the safety of each child, we are strongly recommending that each participant does not enroll in any other programs during that week. Should there be a possible or confirmed case of COVID by someone in your child’s group, this will drastically limit the potential for contact and spread in the community.


2. My child is 6.5, why can’t I register him/her? 

Given the new world that children are facing and learning to cope in, we feel that children who have completed grade 2, or 7 yrs old are far more capable of managing independently and socially than children who had just begun grade 1. Without touch, we do not feel properly equipped to help children manage on their own, especially with things like accidents, self-care, and applying sunscreen. For programs for 4-6yr olds we highly recommend that parents look to other experts on how to care for our youngest, and most vulnerable campers like ECEs, and licensed child care centers. 

3. Will masks or other protective equipment be required? 

We will be following the provincial and local health recommendations and updating PPE policies as things progress. At this time, masks will be optional for participants and staff. We recommend that children who are comfortable wearing them to bring their own, but wearing masks will not be enforced by staff, nor will staff be assisting children with their masks. The Ministry of Health has recommended that any staff or participant wear a mask if or when they need to go outside of their “bubble”. While we value the recommendation that wearing a mask is always better than not, we also recognize a significant value in children being able to see their leader’s facial expressions. Those who have met some of our camp leaders know how quickly a big smile from them transfers directly to the heart of the child.


4. What happens if someone in my child’s group exhibits symptoms of COVID?

Children exhibiting symptoms will be removed from the group and will wait with a leader to be picked up by a parent. Parents of the other children in the group will be phoned immediately and the situation will be assessed from there with the assistance of Public Health Authorities. Should there be immediate cause for concern, the program may be cancelled for the duration of that week, and participants asked to self-isolate according to OPH recommendations.


5. Why are you not offering full-day programs for workers who need child care? 

Our approach to getting kids back together and outside and active this summer is less about providing full-day care, and much more about offering as many opportunities for kids to have fun sports and recreation activities as possible. For this reason, we are offering three half-day camp sessions that will be jam packed (no filler games) and very full with activity. With many other options in the city for parents who require a longer day, we feel that we can offer a unique alternative for families who may require just partial days. Please check out the City’s summer camp guide for a full day, 8am-5pm option.

https://documents.ottawa.ca/sites/documents/files/202005-14-Summer-Camps-ENG-Guide-CRA.pdf

6. How do I get Priority Registration? 

If your child was registered in one of our original summer camps, you should have received an email with information about your refund, and a link to a registration that puts your child on the list. All you need to do once you receive that email is click on that link and book your child in. This does not register them for a program, it simply adds a membership that will allow access for the programs when online registration begins (see Registration Dates below). If you were registered for a camp, had not withdrawn or requested to be withdrawn, and have not received the link by email, please check your spam/junk mail for an email from us, and if you don’t see it, email info@painistemporary.net  to request that your child(ren) who were registered for a camp in the same week be registered for the priority registration list. Please state Priority Registration in the subject line.

7. FAQ about camp refunds

Q. I received an email about camps/lessons being cancelled the week of “X” date to “Y” date. What is that about?

As of April 5th, OCRA has decided to cancel all summer camps which were scheduled to run from June 29th to September 4th. We have been responding to inquires on a case by case situation as lots of you have kept your summer camp on as a credit. We will refund your credit and charge you for new camp if you decide to go with condensed camp. 
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Medications:

All prescribed medication must be kept in the original package (box/bottle, etc) including a pharmacist label indicating proper dosage instructions and the child’s name.

A medication authorization form must also be filled out and signed by a parent before any child is given medication. These forms can be printed and brought with you on the first day of camp or filled out in the Camp Office when you arrive. A form is required for all medication provided even if not administered (Epi-Pens).

All medications must be signed into the Camp Office by a parent. At the end of the day, or end of the week, we ask that you sign it out again to ensure that we have accurate records of all medications currently stored on-site.

If your child is going off-site or on an out-trip for the day, his or her Camp Director will sign the medication out of the office and bring it with them for the day, returning it to the office again once the camp group arrives on-site.

Epi-Pens must be worn by the camper during the day in a pouch or fanny pack. Staff will not carry Epi-Pens for campers and they should not be placed in backpacks. If your child is bringing a second Epi-Pen, we will store it in the Camp Office for quick access. Please speak to Camp Office if you have any concerns or to discuss.

After School, Obstacle Course

To date OCR Academy has seen over 24k people ranging in ages from 6-66 years old plays on our course. We have seen people with all sorts of personal obstacle overcome see huge growth in themselves after overcoming some of our obstacles.

Our Kids camp has continued to grow over the past 4 years, and our kids dept as a whole supersedes our adult dept. We aren’t experts by any means as every week we are faced with some variation of a problem that gets us thinking on how we can become better. Our views on competition is that you either Win or you learn. No one loses, we just learn how not to do something, and how we can become better.

Thats the message we want to pass on to our youth. Our after school program is designed like our very popular and kid approved kids camp, just condensed to the hrs of 3-6pm Monday to Friday. Your child will get time too play on the course (isn’t that what we should be doing after school, playing on a obstacle course?) followed by a structured kids class, and then more time on the course to play followed by 30 mins of homework time in the cafe. Snacks will be provided when they arrive and yes they will be nutritionist approved.

Not every child is the same or has the same needs, but what seems evident, is that every child wants to be the best that they can be, and our obstacle guards strive to make a positive difference in your Childs life.

If you are interested in learning more about our Kids dept, here is a link to our site, but also feel free to give us a call 613-726-0909 and one of our awesome staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.