Grand Forks Rec Report for Jan. 7 highlights local programs.

Grand Forks & District Recreation is offering a lifeguard certification path with Bronze Medallion sessions Jan. 16–17 and Jan. 30–31 and Bronze Cross March 23–26; the Junior Lifeguard Club meets Fridays 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. from Jan. 16 through Mar. 13.

Grand Forks & District Recreation has published its January program update outlining swim, fitness, arena, and community offerings for the winter season. Several multi-step lifeguard courses and associated first aid training are scheduled for the coming months. Family- and youth-focused activities are included alongside fitness classes and special community events. Details in the report list dates and meeting times for many sessions. Key details: - Lifeguard training pathway: Bronze Medallion runs Jan. 16–17 and Jan. 30–31 (11:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.), Bronze Cross is scheduled March 23–26, Standard First Aid is March 30–April 1, and a National Lifeguard Pool course is planned for spring with dates to be announced. - Junior Lifeguard Club for ages 8–13 meets Fridays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Jan. 16 through Mar. 13 (no class Feb. 20). - Winter swim lessons offered on Saturdays starting Jan. 18 and Tuesday/Thursday evenings starting Jan. 21, with free swim assessments available by calling the Aquatic Centre. - Female Only Swim on Monday, Jan. 12 from 5:00–8:00 p.m. includes an Evening Aquafit session from 5:30–6:30 p.m., and facility windows will be covered for privacy. - Christina Lake Winterfest is scheduled for Feb. 7–8 with community activities, a business showcase raffle, and live music on Saturday night; proceeds will support local park development. - FriYAY Play Camp runs Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Jack Goddard Memorial Arena Viewing Room, with the Winter 1 session beginning Jan. 9 and drop-in spots available when space allows. Summary: The report shows a range of winter offerings across lifeguard training, youth programs, swim lessons, fitness classes, and community events. Several program dates are set for January through early April, while the National Lifeguard Pool course date is to be announced; additional scheduling and registration details are provided by the recreation office.