Recognizing Cardiac Arrest
How to identify the signs and symptoms of cardiac arrest and know when to act immediately.
COMMUNITY CPR/AED TRAINING
Get Certified in CPR/AED
and Save Lives
Professional Hands-On Training for Your Community
Monthly certification classes designed for schools, churches, and individuals. Learn life-saving techniques from certified instructor Matt Virnau.
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2 Hours
Local Classes
All Skill Levels
WHY IT MATTERS
Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone,
Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone,
anywhere.
Most cardiac arrests happen outside of hospitals. Quick, effective CPR can double or even triple someone's chance of survival. Whether you're a parent, educator, volunteer, or community member, knowing CPR is one of the most powerful skills you can learn.
You don't need prior experience. You just need to show up.
Hands-On Training
Practical techniques you'll actually use in a real emergency.
Recognized Certification
Earn a certificate valid for professional and personal use.
Community-Focused
Train with your neighbors and local school/church community.
CLASS INFORMATION
What to Expect
Duration
Approximately 2 hours of hands-on training covering CPR and AED use.
Location
Lyceum — Conveniently located in your community for easy access.
Monthly Classes
Classes scheduled throughout the month. Check available dates and times.
All Welcome
No prior experience needed. Classes designed for all skill levels and ages (with parent/guardian for under 18).
Certification
Receive an official CPR/AED certification card upon successful completion.
Renewal Reminders
We'll send you reminders when it's time to renew your certification.
CURRICULUM
What You'll Learn
Chest Compressions
The correct hand placement, compression depth, and rate — all practiced on training mannequins.
Rescue Breathing
When and how to provide rescue breaths as part of effective CPR.
AED Use
How to operate an Automated External Defibrillator safely and effectively in an emergency.
Real Scenarios
Practice responding to realistic emergency situations to build confidence.
Recovery Position
How to position an unconscious person for optimal safety until emergency services arrive.
YOUR INSTRUCTOR
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Matt Virnau
Special operations veteran, certified CPR/AED instructor, and founder of Forged Human Performance. Matt brings both real-world expertise and a genuine commitment to community safety.
With over 15 years of coaching and training experience, Matt creates an environment where anyone — regardless of prior experience — can confidently learn and master these life-saving skills. His mission is simple: help your community be prepared.
Special
Operations Veteran
Certified CPR/AED
Instructor
15+ Years
Training & Coaching
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STAY ON TRACK
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We'll Keep You
Prepared
After registration, we'll send you automatic reminders before your class, helpful tips for renewal, and certification expiration notices. Never miss an important date again.
Class reminder 7 days before
Reminder 3 days before your class
Final reminder the day before
Certification renewal notifications