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Christchurch and South Island-based First Aid Training

26/09/2025

Meet Jodi & David
They’re part of the family heart behind City First Aid -- keeping things ticking behind the scenes while also running their own businesses and raising a big family. From bacon & eggs Saturdays to dreams of sailing around the world, their story shows why we’re proud to be a family-run, values-based company here in Ōtautahi | Christchurch and throughout the motu.
👉 Read their full story here: https://www.cityfirstaid.co.nz/post/cityfirstaid-christchurch-meet-jodi-david

24/09/2025

Last week you met Nick - our aviation student and outdoor specialist who brings energy and real-world experience to every class. He’s been busy teaching a local tramping club this month and the feedback has been fantastic! Thanks for having us Bishopdale Tramping Club, Nick was delighted to spend the day with you.

Here’s what learners had to say after training with him:
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Nick was great at helping us from the Bishopdale Tramping Club gain a better understanding of the many first aid requirements we may need.” – L.A.F.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Nick was a knowledgeable trainer who worked well with us as a group. He adjusted the content to ensure the course was relevant to our Tramping Club members.” – J.B.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Excellent First Aid course. Relevant to our needs for outdoors tramping.” – G.D.

We love supporting local clubs and tailoring training to what matters most for their adventures outdoors.

If you’d like to learn with Nick (or one of our other great tutors), here are our October dates 👇

👉 Book your spot today: https://book.cityfirstaid.co.nz/

23/09/2025

Thanks for having us, Abacus Montessori 🌱 We loved spending time with your team of passionate educators for first aid training over the weekend. With your updated skills and confidence, we know your tamariki and whānau are in safe hands. 💚

23/09/2025

"What’s my husband done now?"

Coming home to another missing fingertip might sound like the start to a horror story - but in my whare, it’s just another Monday. Being married to Mike is basically a weekly first aid refresher.

Meet Mike. My (Gail) husband. City First Aid’s unofficial first aid dummy.

The other day I came home from work to find him sitting at the breakfast table holding his finger. I knew instantly what had happened. Admittedly, I rolled my eyes and sighed, AGAIN??

He is officially banned from the mandoline slicer from this day forward. (I may or may not have hidden it to really drive home the point that he cannot be trusted with sharp tools).

Now… I won’t tell you whether we had to pick bits of skin out of the salad, but I will tell you this: he actually did the right thing.
He held pressure on the wound until it stopped bleeding.
I just added a couple of steps, clean it with some warm soapy water, and cover it to keep it clean.

Accidents happen - the key is knowing how to respond. With bleeding, pressure is always your best friend.
So tell me, am I the only one hiding kitchen tools from my other half? What’s the worst kitchen injury at your place?

19/09/2025

Meet Nick - our outdoor guru and soon-to-be pilot ✈️
Nick joined us in 2024 and quickly became part of the whānau. We asked him a few questions so you can get to know him too! 💙

What’s your role at City First Aid?
I am primarily a tutor at CFA, heading out around Christchurch, meeting nice people and sharing first aid knowledge with them! I also help out with some of the admin in the background, such as the website and e-learning.

How long have you been with the team?
I have been part of the CFA whānau for just over a year now! For the first year I worked around 3 days per week. I have now started a full-time training course, so you’re more likely to meet me if you do a weekend course.

What do you enjoy most about teaching first aid?
Many people who attend first aid courses have not chosen to do so - they’ve been sent by their boss. Often, they’ve had a poor experience in the past. I enjoy the challenge of winning people around and showing them that first aid does not have to be boring!

What’s one thing you’re passionate about outside of work?
Since being a small child I’ve had a dream to be a pilot. I have recently had the opportunity to join the International Aviation Academy of NZ, based at the airport in Christchurch. I’m following my passion and learning to fly. It’s hard work but I’m loving the challenge - and the views flying around Christchurch and the local area are amazing. I’m looking forward to starting cross-country flying later this year!

What’s your #1 first aid tip for everyday life?
Don’t worry about being perfect. Sometimes, when you are faced with a situation where someone needs first aid, it can be daunting and you might feel like you don’t know enough or are worried about doing the wrong thing. Do what you can and remember that even just phoning 111 or being comforting and reassuring can make a huge difference. Attending a first aid course and then coming back for refreshers is the best way to keep your knowledge fresh and give you the confidence to help out when the situation arises.

💙 We’re proud of Nick and excited to see him chasing his dream of becoming a pilot. If you’re on a weekend course, you might just meet him!

17/09/2025

October classes for the first half of the month - now’s the perfect time to get first aid ready for summer outdoor adventures, road trips, and family barbeques. Book at https://book.cityfirstaid.co.nz/

16/09/2025

Confused about which first aid course is right for you? 🤔
Revalidation, Foundation, NZFA, Basics, Online… the names can be tricky.

We’ve broken it down in plain English -including course hours, blended options, and whether you really need NZQA unit standards (or not!).

👉 If you have a need for first aid training, this might help to find out which course fits you best: https://www.cityfirstaid.co.nz/post/tuesday-tip-day-do-you-know-the-difference-between-first-aid-courses

12/09/2025

Meet Vicky - Our Managing Director (Ma CFA)

At City First Aid, we’re more than a training company. For us, it’s about whānau. And at the heart of that whānau is Vicky, our boss lady and the other half of the ownership team with Brian.

As Managing Director, Vicky leads with honesty and transparency, enhancing the strength of our staff, valuing their knowledge and input, and keeping our core relationships with clients strong. She has steered City First Aid through some of New Zealand’s toughest seasons , from the uncertainty of Covid to today’s challenging economic climate. She is deeply proud that the business has not only survived but continued to grow, always staying true to our values.

For her, it is never just about survival and growth though. It is about being personable and available. She takes pride in the fact that our clients (whether private individuals, businesses, or public organisations) know they can reach out and we’ll be there to listen, to support, and to talk things through.

Above all, she is proud that CFA is recognised as more than just a company: but family. A place where we uphold and encourage one another, and where connection and care are at the heart of everything we do.

Vicky will happily tell you that she loves dogs, who doesn’t, they’re loyal, fun, and always up for company. She loves cooking and sharing meals, and nothing makes her happier than opening her home to family and friends. Being hospitable, connecting with people, and being part of a community is at the heart of who she is.

With 17 years of experience as a registered nurse in operating theatres, Vicky has seen how vital timely care can be in saving lives. She believes first aid is its own essential skill - one that everyone should have, not just medical professionals. Whether it’s helping someone who is unconscious, treating a burn, or responding to an accident, these everyday life-saving skills give people confidence and freedom.

We agree. First aid is a life changer. Not just in emergencies, but in the everyday confidence it gives people when they know how to help. For us, that confidence is freedom

09/09/2025

At City First Aid, we empower everyday Kiwis (like you and me) with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to be ready, be safe, and make a difference when it’s needed most.

Our Mission? We train people to save lives.
E whakangungu ana mātou i ngā iwi ki te whakarauora tangata.

And the first life we’ll train you to save … is your own.
Because knowing what to do in an emergency starts with keeping yourself safe, capable, and confident to lend a hand — and ensuring you get to go home afterward.

Ready to learn? Join us and be prepared for the moments that matter.

https://book.cityfirstaid.co.nz/

07/09/2025

I lost my dad to a heart attack (leading to a cardiac arrest) when I was just 8 years old. In that moment, no one around him knew what to do. That experience shaped me. I decided I would never be in that situation again without the skills to help.

This Father’s Day, I’m reminded why I teach first aid: so families can be ready, trained and confident, to be the difference when the unexpected happens. ❤️

Learning first aid is more than a course, it’s a gift of confidence for yourself and those you love.
On Father’s Day, we celebrate and remember dads in all their forms - present, past, hoped-for, and missed. At City First Aid, we honour the role fathers play in our communities and whānau.
This Father’s Day, give the gift of confidence. Learn first aid skills that last a lifetime
https://book.cityfirstaid.co.nz/

Address

95A Sawyers Arms Road
Christchurch
8051

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.cityfirstaid.co.nz/

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