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North London Optimist Community Centre (NLOCC)


1345 Cheapside Street, London, Ontario, N5V 3N9
(Located near the corner of Cheapside Street and Highbury Avenue)
519 661-2500 x 5198

Hours of Operation:
Monday to Sunday 7 a.m. - 11 p.m.

The recently renovated facility now features:

  • 3 indoor tennis courts
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • 2 Squash courts
  • 2 large lower level multi-purpose rooms with shared kitchenette
  • 1 large upper level multi-media meeting room with kitchenette
  • 15,000 sq ft "arena style" gymnasium with wood floor
  • Gymnasium spectator seating
  • Upper level lounge area
  • Change rooms & washrooms
  • 3 offices to support City staff and community use
  • Accessible ground level entrance, reception area and administrative office
  • New elevator
  • New parking grid and curbing

Book tennis imageNEW! Starting January 2010 - Book Tennis and Squash Times Online

It’s fast and easy! This new service is available through Spectrum Interactive - under the 'Book It' tab. Then, just click on the Book Tennis & Squash Times icon.

Please note:  First time users will need to call 519 661-5575 to obtain a Spectrum Interactive Username and Family PIN. 

Spectrum programs at NLOCC:

We are proud to offer introductory, intermediate and advanced level tennis and roller skating programs.  For program information, please visit the on-line version of Spectrum, or call 519 661-5575.

Facility Rental Opportunities:


Tennis:
Our three indoor tennis courts are available for rental on a drop-in, or pre-booked basis. Courts are booked for a minimum of 1 hour, on the 1/2 hour. Membership to book our courts is not required, however membership benefits include the ability to book 7 days in advance (rather than 48 hours for non-members) and 20% discount off court rates.
For Court rates, availability and additional information - please call our front desk at 519 661-2500 x 5198.

Squash:
Our 2 indoor squash courts are available for rental on a drop-in, or pre-booked basis.  Courts are booked for 40 minute sessions throughout the day.  Membership to book our courts is not required, however memberships benefits include the ability to book 7 days in advance rather than 48 hours for non-members and 20% discount off court rates.   For court rates, availability and additional information - please call our front desk at 519 661-2500 x 5198.

Gym:
Our 15,000 sq. ft. "Arena Style" gym is available to be rented when availability allows.  Our gym is perfectly suited to indoor soccer, lacrosse, in-line or ball hockey and roller skating
due to the exterior arena boards).  However, the gym can be booked for a variety of sports/functions.  Alcohol is not permitted in the facility.  To inquire about rental rates and availability - please call our Customer Service line at 519 661-5575.

Multi-Purpose Rooms:
Our 3 multi-purpose rooms are available for rental or for private functions (ideal for wedding or baby showers, family gatherings, etc.)
Community group functions (ideal for sports registration sessions, team photos and board meetings).  Corporate rentals (including catered business luncheons, training sessions, team building and more). Alcohol is not permitted in the building.

To inquire about rental rates, and availability - please call our Customer Service line at 519 661-5575.

Roller Skating

2010 Family Day Roller Skate - Monday, February 15 from 1 -  4 p.m.
Please note we will NOT be offering roller skate rentals at this time.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Roller Skating Session Schedule:

Day Session Time
Wednesdays Adult Only Skate(18+only) 8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturdays *Family & Adult Skate 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Sundays *Family & Adult Skate 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

* The City of London defines a family as up to 2 adults and up to 4 children, residing in the same household.

Roller Skating Fees:

TYPE Age Rate
Adult Admission 18 years & older $6.25
Child | Youth Admission Under 18 years $4.25
Roller Skate Rental Unavailable N/A

Note: You are welcome to bring your own roller or in-line skates, however they are subject to inspection to ensure they will not damage our floor.

Session Notes:

  • Admission to the building will begin 15 minutes prior to start of program.
  • Admission will be limited to a maximum of 300 skaters per session.
  • Patrons are advised to provide their own locks for lockers, as the Centre does not provide these.
  • Patrons are advised that the Centre does not make change for concession, vending etc.

For information on rental opportunities or Spectrum programs offered at other locations in the city please call 519 661-5575 or view our online version of Spectrum for a complete listing of City of London Parks and Recreation programs.