Heart Start Training Services

02/16/2026

We teach this updated AHA course, which is needed in many medical care facilities.

Our next class is this Thursday, February 19, at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo. The class starts at 9:00 AM.

To sign up or for more information, go to www.heartstart101.com

It's ! Did you know that the newest Heartsaver® courses are here! Delivering gold-standard CPR training aligned with the latest 2025 CPR & ECC Guidelines.

Updated graphics, new videos, and a stronger learning experience help you retain life-saving skills when every second matters.

Train with confidence. Save a life.

Learn more: https://cpr.heart.org/en/cpr-courses-and-kits/heartsaver

02/13/2026

"4th time in a CPR/1st aid class and I’ve never learned as much or felt as confident as I do from this class with Cindy!"

The reviews on our website mean a lot, and we take pride in providing quality First Aid/CPR/BLS training to our students.

Come and see what others have discovered, and leave a review as well! Our next class is Thursday, February 19, from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo.

Go to www.heartstart101.com to see what other students have said about our training, and to register for class! We look forward to seeing you soon.

All classes listed above are In-Person ONLY

01/28/2026

Are you a medical professional in need of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification?

Our next American Heart Association BLS class is Thursday, February 12 at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo.

Go to www.heartstart101.com to register or for more information.

All classes listed above are In-Person ONLY

01/23/2026

We don't have to tell you it's going to be sub-zero COLD for the next several days. Please be sure to keep your exposure outdoors to a minimum and protect yourself if you do have to go outside. Check on your neighbors and the elderly. Bring your pets INSIDE. And know the signs and symptoms of cold weather illness. It could save your life.

01/13/2026

Announcing our 2026 training schedule!

All classes will be held at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo:

Thursday, January 15, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)

Thursday, February 12, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, February 26, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, March 12, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, March 26, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, April 16, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, April 30, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, May 14, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, May 28, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, June 11, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, June 25, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

July - NO CLASSES

Thursday, August 13, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, August 27, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, September 10, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, September 24, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, October 15, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, October 29, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, November 12, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, November 19, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Thursday, December 10, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM Basic Life Support (BLS)
Thursday, December 17, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM First Aid/CPR/AED/BLS

Go to www.heartstart101.com to register for any of these classes.

All classes listed above are In-Person ONLY

01/02/2026

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and happy 2026!

12/12/2025

It's going to be a frigid weekend, so check on your senior family members, senior neighbors, and make sure your pets are inside!

Learn how to keep seniors safe during winter emergencies with tips on fall prevention, staying warm, emergency kits, mental health support, and hypothermia awareness.

11/18/2025

Do you know the difference between a heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest? Understanding what each medical emergency is can affect how it's treated.

Get to know the symptoms and emergency care at our next First Aid/CPR/AED training class on Thursday, December 4, at Wings Event Center in Kalamazoo.

For more details and to register, go to www.heartstart101.com

⚡️ Myth: Sudden cardiac arrest and a heart attack are the same thing.

✅ Fact: They’re not the same. A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is blocked. Sudden cardiac arrest is an electrical malfunction that causes the heart to stop beating suddenly.

Knowing the difference can save a life. ❤️

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!

Keep the night fun and fright-free by following these tips, courtesy of the American Red Cross:

- Trick-or-treating: Stick to sidewalks, cross at corners, and add reflective tape or glow sticks to costumes and treat bags.

- Handing out candy: Turn on your porch light, clear walkways of décor, and keep pets away from the door and your candy.

- Hitting up a Halloween party: Plan a safe ride home, stay with friends, and keep an eye on your surroundings.

10/28/2025

We love our first responders and recognize their courage and sacrifice to help us in times of need.

Happy ! Thank you to all EMS and fire-rescue teams who care for kids.

Find resources to support you in providing high-quality prehospital pediatric care here: https://ow.ly/b5NW50PY9M8

National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
International Association of EMS Chiefs - IAEMSC
IAFC - International Association of Fire Chiefs
The National Association of EMS Physicians - Naemsp
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT)
National Volunteer Fire Council
U. S. First Responders Association

10/22/2025

🌀 Myth vs. Fact 🌀

Myth: A few minutes without CPR or a defibrillator won’t make much difference.
Fact: Every minute without CPR or defibrillation reduces survival chances by 7–10%. 💓⚡

Time is critical. Learn CPR and be ready to save a life!

Know the risks and be prepared: https://www.sca-aware.org/about-sudden-cardiac-arrest/be-prepared (link in bio!)