The Grand Forks Recreation Department would like to apologize for the inconvenience of the pool closure. We are up and running this week with all our regular programs in place.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday public swim hours are from 6 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday hours are from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Afternoon swims Monday to Friday from 4 to 8 p.m.
This Friday we will be closed from 4 to 6 p.m. to get set up for all the little ghosts and goblins to attend our Spooky Swim. More information available further below.
Saturday and Sunday we are open from 1 to 6 p.m.
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It is hard to stay motivated to keep your exercise activities going when the days get shorter this time of the year. You can move it indoors to the pool and fitness room. Join the Shape Up class in the fitness room on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. or participate in the evening Aquafit classes that are held on Monday and Wednesdays from 6 to 7 p.m.
There is also the opportunity to swim laps throughout the evening hours.
A lap lane is available during the evenings throughout the entire week.
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Saturday mornings are hopping here at the aquatic centre. Swim lessons for ages three years and up are offered between 9 and 11 a.m. along with the parent and tot swim and play program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Success by 6 has generously sponsored this free program for parents and children to enjoy time at the pool for the next six weeks.
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Happy Halloween! Come join us at the Grand Forks Aquatic Centre this Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. for our annual Spooky Swim.
Our high-energy creative staff has designed a scary haunted house that will be incorporated into the entrance of the pool.
There will be an alternative entrance for those who dare not to enter the haunted route. The two hours will be filled with many different activities such as pumpkin bowling, the walk of death and so much more. There will be draw prizes, participation prizes and goodie bags at the end of the night. Thanks to all the local businesses who donated goodies for the giveaway bags.
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On Sunday, Oct. 30, come enjoy our Halloween loonie, toonie skate from 3 to 5 p.m. Kids are welcome to come in costume and have some fun. For additional fall programming information check out our monthly brochure at www.rdkb.com. You can also call 250-442-2202 or 250-442-3488.
-submitted by Lilly Bryant, Grand Forks Recreation