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22/11/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant training expertly delivered by Ross. I thoroughly appreciate it and and believe it will stand me in good stead if im at an accident or emergency. Thank you and well done to Lakes First Aid
Testimonial from Matthew Smith, Sales advisor , Thomas Graham Ltd 12/11/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an excellent and knowledgeable trainer and communicator. I would happily recommend Lakes First Aid to other organisations for First Aid training.
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Testimonial from Tim Ellis, Ellis Graphic Designhttp://www.ellisgraphicdesign.co.uk 12/11/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a great instructor, he presented the information in an engaging way and was approachable for any questions.
Testimonial from Ruth Wood, Ullswater Community College 24/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course.Luke made the course interesting,varied and at times fun.I found the app for cpr helpful,and also the choke vests.
Testimonial from Sara Dover, Support worker, Cumberland council 23/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having attended many first aid courses over the last 20 years I can confidently say that Luke and Ross are some of the best in the business. Incredible depth of knowledge when questioned and a lovely teaching style.
Testimonial from Michael Stainthorpe, MD, Eden Rockhttp://www.edenrockclimbing.com 23/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Active Aid delivered another excellent first aid course. The training was thorough, enjoyable and provided by a highly experienced team. Will definitely be rebooking again next time.
Testimonial from Mark Williamson, Mark Williamson Photographyhttps://www.markwilliamsonphotography.com 22/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Once again Ross had been an engaging, fun, knowledgeable and patient trainer and I thoughtly enjoyed the learning experience, I massive confidence boost for using first aid in the real world! Thank you Ross :)
Testimonial from Rebecca Dickens, Director, Hallbankgate Farms 20/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having spent many years attending and also delivering courses and customer experiences, I am usually very critical. However, Ross' delivery and the structure of this outdoor first aid course was absolutely fantastic.
Testimonial from Darren Morgan, Company Director, Independent Adventure Ltdhttp://independentadventure.co.uk 18/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid At first I was unsure about Ross's delivery style but I soon got used to it and found it very effective. I was very impressed by the high level of enthusiasm that Ross kept up throughout the course. This really helped to keep everybody engaged through two long and full days
Testimonial from David James Rawsthorn, Volunteer, RSPB 18/10/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, great animated tutor/trainer, kept us on our heels and attentive.
Testimonial from Roger Foreman, Manager/ RSPB seasonal field worker, Glade Trust Nature Reserve 09/10/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid provide a great service with good value for money Luke, who has been my trainer on several courses now, is a brilliant trainer - enthusiastic and knowledgeable. I learn something new every time!
Testimonial from Sheona De Quincey, Owner/Manager, Discovery Training Services 09/10/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done this course several times now with Lakes First Aid. The training has always been of a high standard and although I never think it needs improving I feel the resources get better each time. the course is always delivered in a clear and friendly manner putting students at ease.
Testimonial from Tina Carrott, Remedial Orthopaedic Massage Therapist, Mrs Tina Carrott LCSP (Phys) 30/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very thorough and Ross was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic which helped to cover lots of material in great detail throughout the course.
Testimonial from James O'Brien, Nature Reserve Ranger 25/09/2024 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was thorough and very approachable and the cookies were an amazing bonus!
Testimonial from Caitlin Nugent, Lead Practitioner 24/09/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic teacher and pace thank you for helping me gain more confidence
Testimonial from Emma Lister 24/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid go beyond their requirements to ensure everything that a student requires above the course is covered
Testimonial from Ian Wallace 24/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really great course, good to be as practical as possible and plenty of time for discussion.
Testimonial from Claire Lunn-Rockliffe 20/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks so much Ross - really appreciated your engaging and pragmatic approach!
Testimonial from Richard Francksen 20/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course
Testimonial from Robert Wilson, Campus Manager, University of Cumbria 20/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thankyou so so much
Testimonial from Abby Clarke, Resident Life Officer, University of Cumbria 20/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As ever a thoughroughly relaxed, informal, enjoyable and informative day. Ross really does know how to get the important points across while keeping it fun and to the point.
Testimonial from Nathan Williams, Forester, Trademark Forestry 19/09/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke delivered an excellent programme. Thank you
Testimonial from Joanne Tinniswood, Head teacher, Rosley CE School 14/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, really well delivered in a great environment both inside and out. Participants had an opportunity to learn through a variety of methods to help embed critical First Aid knowledge. Would highly recommend.
Testimonial from Helen Gomm 02/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a fantastic trainer who demonstrates enthusiasm and encourages participation
Testimonial from Martin Clements, Sustainable Development Advisor, Natural England 02/09/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I do not wish to leave a testimonial, please
Testimonial from Olivia Wood 27/08/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course. Ross explained things well the equipment was really good which brought quality to the training. would highly recommend them as a training Provider.
Testimonial from Phil Winder, Mechanical workshop Technician, Kendal College 27/08/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid excellent course that delivered practical, essential skills and knowledge without over-complication. Very useful info about using mobile phone emergency info and apps for defib location.
Testimonial from David Willis, Lecturer, Kendal College 04/08/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke Armitage was a professional and engaging trainer, who used both repetition and real life examples to help instil learning within a supportive environment. I'd definitely recommend my training experience to colleagues and I look forward to renewing my outdoor first aid qualification with Lakes First Aid in three years time.
Testimonial from Jonathan Hall, Geologist, Natural England 31/07/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is a very knowledgeable instructor. He made the learning fun and interesting.
Testimonial from Philip Michael Lucas 31/07/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have been on a number of outdoor first aid courses run by Lakes First Aid. I always find them to be informative and up to date. Above all the interactive teaching style really suits me. I like the relaxed atmosphere and use of practical scenarios
Testimonial from Claire Neilson 31/07/2024 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid I found the course very thorough and I liked the use of practical real life situations. We also had lots of opportunities to ask questions and discuss our own work situations.
Testimonial from Sara Kenyon 19/07/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for a great course - interactive balanced with listening.
Testimonial from Helen Hall, office administrator, Eden Renewable Innovations Ltd 19/07/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid All good
Testimonial from Jason Goldsworthy 14/07/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke made the course enjoyable instead of the previous mundane courses I've been on. (With other companies)
Testimonial from Christopher Dawney 14/07/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course. Luke is a great teacher and made things clear and easy to understand.
Testimonial from Michael Freeman 11/07/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This has been the best first aid training that I have attended- Ross was very knowledegable, enthusiastic and engaging. I also appreciated the number of times we repeated practices, having our own resus annie for even more practice, alongside discussing different scenarios. I have never felt competent in delivering first aid until this course- thankyou so much!
Testimonial from Rebecca Guy 07/07/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross delivered the first aid course perfectly, he was easy to talk to and was passionate about first aid.
I would recommend lakes to anyone
Thanks
Testimonial from Stephen Richardson, Owner, Richardson installations co Thomas Graham’s 02/07/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A well delivered practical course, accessible and puts the trainee at ease.
Testimonial from Shaun Singleton, First Aid Officer, Keswick School 14/06/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid No wifi in venue but a lovely calm space.
Testimonial from Pauline Steenbergen, Yoga Teacher, Lime Green Yogi 13/06/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is a fabulous trainer and delivers the course extremely well. He has such a great manner, supports and guides when needed and is very reassuring. Luke sets out the aims and objectives from the start of the session and sticks to these. I have come away from this course feeling so much more confident in my knowledge for first aid. Luke is excellent at ensuring you have all the information needed to be a good first aider. I would highly recommend Lakes First Aid for training, they are brilliant!
Testimonial from Natalie Horner, Lower School Leader, Penruddock Primary School 12/06/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was great! Very informative and lots of practical experience was given to us which made it interactive and engaging.
Testimonial from Emily Houghton 09/06/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course. This is the second one I have done with Ross and he is exceptional. He makes it easy to understand and creates an environment to learn to the best of your ability. His knowledge and experience is unreal and adds to the excellent delivery of the course. Thoroughly enjoyable and by far the best first aid course I have been on.
Testimonial from Kathryn Pigdon 05/06/2024 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Fun course, good pace and mix of outdoor and indoor, theory and practical.
Testimonial from Helen Evans, Forest School leader, Branch Out Education CIChttp://www.branchouteducation.co.uk 05/06/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was a really well structured course which wasn't too overwhelming which I have found in previous courses ran by other providers and everything was really well explained
Testimonial from Michael Smith 04/06/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have really enjoyed this course, it was very hands-on and covered all the topics I was interested in. Luke is a great instructor and communicated all information very clearly.
Testimonial from Rossana Palma 23/05/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a lovely guy who put everyone at ease. He was very knowledgable and passionate about first aid. He answered everyone’s questions and senarios and nothing was a silly question. It was also great that everyone had their own little Annie’s and equipment like defibs, ensuring everyone got to use the equipment with plenty of time. I also really liked the app used to assess CPR technique.
Testimonial from Laura Butler, Teaching Assistant , James Rennie School 16/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I never thought I would in my life describe a first aid course and enjoyable but this certainly was. Ross was very knowledgeable and engaging, lots of tips and tricks to improvising with limited equipment in remote settings.
Testimonial from Joe Bodycote, Research Assistant - Cumbria Connect, RSPB 15/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke delivered a brilliant session and very well run.
Testimonial from Marcus Wright, Forestry Consultant, Clark Mactavish Ltd 15/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks Ross, great training. You managed to provide me with a greater understanding of first aid principles than I've got from other courses, whilst maximising an efficient and engaging course
Testimonial from Callum Goff, Assistant Monitoring Officer, RSPB 14/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed this course,would certainly recommend to anyone wanting first aid knowledge.
Testimonial from Michael Griffiths 14/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent practical course and venue.
Testimonial from CHRISTOPHER WEBB 10/05/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A very good day with a very good trainer. As an FAI myself, I have seen and delivered a LOT of first aid courses and this was a very good one. I would recommend this provider.
Testimonial from John Regan, Director, Castlerigg Manor 08/05/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great day's training - informative and engaging, not patronising, the trainer knew their stuff and their pacing was great, the time passed really well and I came away feeling much mor confident about dministering first aid.
Testimonial from David Camlin, Musicanhttp://www.davecamlin.com 07/05/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was absolutely fantastic, packed SO much in to two days, kept it light and interactive as well as super informative. It was definitely the best first aid course I've been on and will recommend to others.
Testimonial from Kerrie Gosling, Operations Executive , KE Adventure Travel 29/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was amazing. I've done a few first aid courses now and that was easily the best one. His teaching style and attitude were outstanding.
Testimonial from Samuel Bickerdike, Adventure Travel Consultant, KE Adventure 25/04/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Great venue parking was very much a bonus.
Testimonial from Clare Thomas, TA for nursery 25/04/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I found this training day extremely good the day passed quickly and Luke delivered it with some humour but also with good knowledge and in a professional manner.
Testimonial from Alison Armstrong 24/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was really good , the learning style and content and way it was taught excellent
Testimonial from Damien Morris, Prject Youth Worker 23/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks very much - it was a useful couple of days in a friendly, supportive environment. The venue was fab too - and thanks for the cake.
Testimonial from Joanna Roberts 23/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Genuinely did enjoy the course and learnt alot of useful information that will hopefully stick in my marshmallow brain.
Testimonial from Rachel Scott 22/04/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well organised. Felt everything was covered with just about the right time spent on each topic. Nice that it was more practical than talking based
Testimonial from Clare Ross 19/04/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke, our trainer made the course enjoyable and he was very knowledgeable.
The course was a practical course which made learning easier and Luke encouraged questions throughout.
Testimonial from Judith Walker, Planning Administrator, Cumbria Clock Company Ltdhttp://www.clockmaker.co.uk 19/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Paul Hamilton, Senior Guide 15/04/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid There was a lot of information to take in. But the mixture of ways it was delivered certainly helped it sink in.
I found it extremely beneficial.
Testimonial from Sarah Elliot 09/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well run and informative course with an excellent teacher.
Testimonial from Ben Kilner 05/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Well structured course, well delivered by an experienced, knowledgeable and pragmatic tutor which makes the tri-annual requirement seem much less of a chore.
Testimonial from Lynne Thomas, Lead Coach, West Cumberland Orienteering Clubhttp://www.wcoc.co.uk 02/04/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As always, a well delivered course with a really nice balance and spread through the day of theory, indoor and outdoor practise, delivered with enthusiasm. I always learn additional new stuff.
Testimonial from Isabel Berry 29/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid very well delivered course from an extremely experienced instructor that allowed me to leave the course confident in my abilities to deal with a number of situations.
Testimonial from Mark Bentley 26/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course. Luke was engaging and found fun ways to challenge our thinking. The atmosphere was relaxed and even though I found myself having quite a giggle at times, I could easily recall what I had learned after the course had finished. I work as a gardener and have a number of vulnerable clients in rural areas, which is what prompted me to take the course - knowing this, Luke made every attempt he could to tailor his teaching to a garden-related scenario for me and did so for other learners who were there for reasons outside of the ML or SPA course context. Would highly recommend Lakes First Aid!
Testimonial from Jessica Bell, Horticulturist , Grow Wild Gardeninghttp://growwildgardening.co.uk 26/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very comprehensive course delivered in an engaging and interactive way.
Testimonial from Nat Pawlowski 25/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross's wide relevant experience and enthusiastic but thorough approach gave us an enjoyable and very informative day. He has a lovely wide smile.
Testimonial from Nancy Powell Davies 24/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, brilliant host and great presentation process that made learning very easy.
Testimonial from Brian Davies 24/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent outdoor first aid course - one of the best I have attended!
Testimonial from Patricia Davies 24/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I've always found first aid courses very stressful, and had been fearing the worst. But I really enjoyed this day. The tutor was extremely knowledgeable, and was able to answer every question with a clear explanation. As well as being challenged, I felt we were all well-supported, and very welcome to ask any questions at any point, however basic. It made it very engaging and enjoyable.
Testimonial from Carol Edwards 12/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well structured course with excellent time keeping, catered well to a wide variety of knowledge and confidence. Worked on encouragement, breaking practical elements into chunks, and practicing in an unthreatening environment where it was safe to make mistakes and so learn by them. Lots of new information well supported by sound evidence. A list of sources for those who wanted to explore these further might be useful for some people
Testimonial from Alison Overend 09/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was excellent & kept us engaged throughout.
Testimonial from Richard Blackmore, Guide 07/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross and Lakes First Aid delivered a comprehensive and enjoyable course. I've gained a lot of confidence and knowledge over the two days, which reassures me that I could manage in an emergency situation. Ross was a great trainer, and was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Thank you Lakes First Aid!
Testimonial from Skye Tisdell, Postgraduate Researcher, Keele University 07/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course was a great opportunity to build confidence and knowledge of first aid situations and how to respond effectively. The course is presented in both a professional yet friendly and approachable manner. First Aid is a life-saving skill and I would 100% recommend Lakes First Aid for the training of these situations.
Thank you!
Testimonial from Ryan Podmore, Postgraduate Researcher , Keele University 07/03/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A very enjoyable course,all information delivered in clear professional way by Luke..
Testimonial from Ian Harrison, Delivery Driver. 06/03/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Loved all the practical 'toys' made it much more hands on and realistic
Testimonial from Fiona Veitch, Branch Secretary, Pony Club 06/03/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Well delivered course, practical activities embedded learning and all questions answered clearly.
Testimonial from Sarah Bowden 03/03/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A very comprehensive course, well explained and delivered. Great demonstrations and very good to be able to practice with aids.
Testimonial from Keely Walsh 02/03/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A great and informative course. Ross was a knowledgable and enthusiastic instructor who got the information across well.
Testimonial from Andrew Tomlinson, White Platts, Ambleside 01/03/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As always Ross kept us all engaged throughout
Testimonial from Peter Eagan, Free lance Cycle Guide, My employers company Saddle Skedaddle 28/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thankyou for one of the best first aids courses yo date. Ross was very knowledgeable, easy to listen to and loved the little sayings to help you remember ....ie pale lift the tail!.
Testimonial from Janet Todd, Housekeeper , Brantwood 28/02/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke the trainer was very competent, knowledgeable with great presentation skills. Good sense of humour throughout keeping a serious topic enjoyable to learn. Top marks.
Testimonial from Michael Robinson, Rope Access Supervisor , Stroma 28/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Having no training for over 20 years, this was a very informative course with a lot of useful practical content. Would now have more confidence with emergency first aid as previously very reticent.
Testimonial from Helen Whaton, Assistant Manager, Brantwood Trusthttp://www.brantwood.org.uk 28/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent, informative course with a top rate teacher. Perfectly delivered to sustain interest for a long day.
Testimonial from Howard Hull, Director, Brantwood Trusthttp://www.brantwood.org.uk 26/02/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Another enjoyable but exhausting day at Watermillock village hall. Be ready for a busy blend of theory and practice in a spirit of cheerful team-work.
Testimonial from John Gorrill, Organiser, Fix the Firth Beach-Cleaning Group. 25/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought Ross presented the course brilliantly, with great enthusiasm and knowledge, he made sure we all contributed and kept the attendees attention by asking questions
A great course and I felt time well spent learning a skill that could safe life in general day to day activities 10 out of 10 from me
Testimonial from Christopher Wren 25/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A thoroughly enjoyable informative day.
Each topic delivered well and geared to level of the group's understanding/experience.
Felt I gained a great deal of useful information to give me confidence to offer assistance should the need arise in a variety of situations. Thanks
Testimonial from Dawn Ashby 09/02/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was amazing. He was very inspiring and just seemed like such a happy and content person and really taught us in an effective manner. I learnt more on this course than I have on any other first aid courses.
Testimonial from Storm Isles 09/02/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have attended a number of first aid courses and this was by far the best. Ross was an excellent trainer and provided a lot of different scenarios and equipment that we could use to enable us to have a better understanding and build confidence.
Testimonial from Joseph Walker, Protected Sites Senior Adviser, Natural England 07/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The best Basic First Aid course I have attended. Excellent balance of theory and practical. If you to come away from the course with confidence as well as basic first aid knowledge this is the course for you.
Testimonial from Amanda Lightfoot, Security Professional, Sellafield Ltd. http://n/a 06/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thoroughly enjoyed the course provided by Lakes First Aid. Ross delivered a comprehensive and enjoyable course, which provided me with the confidence and knowledge to administer first aid. There was a right amount of practical and theoretical activities through the day, which kept us all engaged.
Testimonial from Christopher Thompson, Senior Quantity Surveyor, KBR 06/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Best First Aid course I have ever attended, massive plus was the use of the choking simulation device. To be able to perform abdominal thrusts in a save way in practice gives me much more confidence in my abilities, should I ever need to use it.
Testimonial from Andrea Duckett-Takacs 06/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course and felt I learnt a lot. Ross’s teaching style was excellent, keeping the information technical but with a humorous twist which made learning easy and fun.
Testimonial from Elizabeth Chorlton 04/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross's way of leading the course was ideal and the practical demonstrations with fantastic aids really made the course both enjoyable and instructive.
Testimonial from Paul Bundy 03/02/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great mixture of theory, demonstration and practice of practical skills with a top set of equipment. Very useful other tips given too e.g. the use of Apps etc
Testimonial from Helen Gibson 27/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was absolutely cracking and brilliant. He had a real passion for what he was teaching and engaged with us throughout the course making it more enjoyable
Testimonial from Lewis Barbarics 26/01/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I very much enjoyed this first aid course. Ross provided the information in an engaging, interesting and professional manner. He was extremely practical and very good at putting us at our ease in the practical scenarios and the exam. I now feel much more confident to be able to offer first aid!
Testimonial from James Cox 25/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I've done a Lakes First Aid Outdoor course several times & its always been to a high standard with plenty of practical scenarios. Their recent equipment additions improve the experience further. I thoroughly recommend them
Mountain Leader, DofE assessor & Scout Leader
Testimonial from Catherine Pearce 24/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well delivered course with an excellent mix of theory and practicle work with outdoor scenarios. There was a lot to cover but done efficiently in a manner which involved participants in a relaxed friendly atmosphere.
Testimonial from Zoe Ferguson 24/01/2024 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Hi Ross,
Just a quick one to say thanks for producing a very informative and 'hands on' training course for the FAW Course 8/9th Jan 24. I learned loads, feel far more confident and appreciate your hard work in delivering instruction which (for me at least) was at the right level.
Trev
Testimonial from Trevor Thomas 24/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I'll be back in three years time!
Testimonial from Rosemary Vidler 23/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A really great, practical and interactive course. Real life scenarios were implemented in outdoor conditions and really gave us an insight into how we'd do first aid in challenging scenarios. Highly recommend.
Testimonial from Abigail Cornforth 21/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Can’t recommend Ross enough, fantastic teacher!
Testimonial from Jemma Denton, Senior nursery practitioner 20/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course. Excellent presentation from Ross.
Testimonial from Iain Maclean 19/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was passionate and very informative. The course was practical, thorough and engaging. I have done childcare for 18 years and first aid through many providers but Ross’ delivery was by far the best course I have attended
Testimonial from Rachel Algie, Duty manager , Kiddlywinks nursery 16/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was great. Put people at ease, huge knowledge and constantly building up of skills. Top job!
Testimonial from Matthew Beresford, Head, Stramongate School 16/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was friendly, extremely knowledgable and reassuring. He had time to answer questions and useful tips to help remember what’s to do in different scenarios. Thank you.
Testimonial from Claire Keitch 16/01/2024 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very pleasant course as always. Thank you
Testimonial from Miroslav Makrlik 15/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. Luke our trainer was very knowledgable and engaging throughout the course. There was a good mixture of theory and practise, with theory being in depth and relevant, with plenty of time to ask questions. The course structured well and appropriately broken up into relevant topics making it enjoyable and easy to follow and learn. Thank you!
Testimonial from Grace Heap, Lead Tutor; Vocal Coach, Cumbria Curtain Callhttp://www.cumbriacurtaincall.co.uk 15/01/2024 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course .
Testimonial from Dorothy Walker, Hotel manager, Rest from your guests 13/01/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought the teacher very knolageble and likable and easy to listen too and very skillfull at his job
Testimonial from Geoffrey Splinter, Supervisor , Cumbria surfacing ltd 13/01/2024 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great instructor, very nice man. Easy to listen to. Ross was excellent.
Testimonial from Geoffrey Splinter Jr, Civil Operative, Cumbria Surfacing Ltd. 19/12/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent instructor - knowledgeable and responsive. The mix of theoretical and practical learning was just right and was delivered very well.
Testimonial from Mark Evens, North Cumbria Orchard Grouphttp://ncorchards.co.uk 17/12/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid This is the second time I have used the Lakes First Aid course and would certainly recommended it.
Testimonial from Lesley Wylie 08/12/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid All in all excellent . Really appreciated Luke's fun approach, teaching style and depth of knowledge. Will certainly be back.
Testimonial from STEPHEN LEE, Director, STEPHEN LEE ASSOCS 06/12/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent and inspiring course.
Testimonial from Julie Ferris 22/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best first aid course I have ever attended including the many I did with the NHS
Testimonial from Geraldine Croft, Volunteer gardener, Brantwood 22/11/2023 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Thankyou for delivering such an interesting course, there was plenty of moving around inside and outside.
Also thankyou for the home made cakes and biscuits.
Testimonial from Gillian Bell, Kids Zone manager, Another Place, The Lake, 22/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you Luke for an enjoyable two days of useful, practical and fun first aid training. It was nice to meet yourself and involve myself in a range of scenarios with the other group members. Feedback/delivery was accessible, constructive and has given me more confidence in delivering first aid.
Testimonial from Thomas Fremlin, Teacher/Outdoor Activity Leader 22/11/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very enjoyable - video links in online training to outside agencies worked really well.
Testimonial from Thomas Fremlin, Teacher/Outdoor Activity Leader 20/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid It was a really well set up and passed on course. Loved all the "experience /practice" part as build up on my confidence and memory how I want to deal with these types of situations in the future.
Testimonial from Kinga Deak, Café sales assistant 16/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This course and the skills that I have been provided with have left me feeling confident that, faced with a situation where someone needs my first aid skills, I would be able to provide capable care until professional care arrived.
Testimonial from Elizabeth Fincham 16/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid well organised, concise , very clear instruction , lots of chances to ask questions
Testimonial from Nicola Slack 14/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed this course, I feel more confident when handling difficult situations both in my outdoor work environment and personal life. Excellent teaching with a great interactive approach.
Testimonial from Emma-Rose Stallworthy 13/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke teaches the course in a fun laid back way with a lot of knowledge and experience.
Testimonial from Dewi Gwyn Williams, DIRECTOR 13/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course
Testimonial from Dawn Elsworth 13/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The Emergency Outdoor First Aid course was information-packed and very practical, ensuring that anything learned is well retained. Our instructor was very knowledgeable, thoughtful and attentive, fostering an environment in which students could ask questions at any point. I now feel confident in my ability to take care of others and do what needs to be done until emergency services arrive.
Testimonial from Shovi Anjum, Project Officer, Solway Firth Partnershiphttp://solwayfirthpartnership.co.uk 13/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This course was very informative, very hands on with practical advice and question and answer session. Ross our instructor was so very approachable, made the learning very easy to understand and generally a very helpful and relaxed atmosphere, great instructor, throughly enjoyed doing this
Testimonial from Tanya Brown, Clerk, Hopes Auction Co Ltdhttp://N/A 10/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I'd just like to say what a great trainer Ross was. He was extremely knowledgeable and delivered the training in an inclusive, relaxed and friendly manner which got everyone in the group involved. I can honestly say that he is one of the best trainers I have had on any training course that I have attended and this was echoed by other attendees following the training. The balance between the practical and the 'PowerPoint' sessions was just right and the 'kit' available to use/see being demonstrated was excellent.
Testimonial from Richard Dimon, Team Leader , Natural England 10/11/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The most engaging and useful first aid course I have ever done (and I have done quite a few!). I always carry first aid and survival kit when out in the mountains, but knowing how to use it properly was invaluable.
Testimonial from Katharine Carson 10/11/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid It was an interesting course and the mentor was great especially at explaining and listening to the questions.. he took his time telling us about what we were going to learn and very helpful
Testimonial from Barbara Burns, Teaching asssistent, St Joseph’s catholic primary school Frizington http://St Joseph’s 09/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was relaxed and communicated well, answering questions supported by knowledge of the subject, common sense and past experience.
Testimonial from Rory McDonald, Head of Music, Keswick School 09/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid As always a good course delivered with humour and a thorough working knowledge of the First Aid aspects covered.
Testimonial from Julie Cox, Pilate's teacher, N/ahttp://N/a 09/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought the training was excellent. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and engaging.
Testimonial from Marion Baker, Boarding House Parent and Teaching Assistant, Keswick School 08/11/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I couldn't imagine anyone else more suited to deliver the course in a relaxed and professional manor. Some great acronyms and a great reminder of what is expected of a first aider. When I left I felt 100% confident that I had the guidance and information that I needed and confident that I have the knowledge to be on the schools first aiders list.
Testimonial from Heather Hopkinson, Personalised Curriculum Coordinator , Ullswater Community College 26/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Well delivered and well paced. Good range of activities - clearly explained. Good balance of practical and theory delivered in a way which encouraged self-reflection.
Testimonial from Stephen Hall, Trauma and Addiction Psychotherapist, Trauma and Addiction Therapy 25/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thoroughly enjoyed the Outdoor First Aid course with Luke from Lakes First Aid. Content was delivered in an accessible format with a good mixture of indoor and outdoor scenarios. Luke was incredibly knowledgeable on the subject area and had a great delivery style.
Testimonial from Darren Axe, Sustainability Manager, MLS, MLW, IML , Freelance International Mountain Leaderhttps://darrenaxeimlfrgs.com/ 25/10/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Perfect course, knowledgeable facilitator and well delivered.
Testimonial from Darren Axe, Sustainability Manager, MLS, MLW, IML , Freelance International Mountain Leader 23/10/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the training and Ross is very good at his job. Thumbs up.
Testimonial from Thabo Mokoena, SUPPORT WORKER, LDA CARE LTD 23/10/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid We had a great teacher.
Testimonial from Olubukola AGUNBIADE , Support worker 23/10/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought the trainer was excellent. I was nervous about attending this course as I had very little first Aid knowledge. The trainer put me at ease and his instruction was excellent, really easy to understand. I felt very confident when I was demonstrating my first-aid techniques.
Well done Ross!! You are very professional and skilled at supporting people with new skills.
Testimonial from Michelle Scott, CARE WORKER, LDA 18/10/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed the course and always good to refresh and keep learning. Ross explained everything really well and is certainly passionate about his job
Testimonial from Karen Dixon, Midday supervisor , Trinity school 17/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke's energy, humour and ability to manage multiple individuals with a wide variety of needs and learning styles is genuinely remarkable. The quality of training was exceptional.
Testimonial from Gwyneth Elizabeth Parry, Director of Adventure Activities, SEDBERGH SCHOOL 15/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was incredibly knowledgable, fun and informative and relatable
Testimonial from Samantha Coopey, Teacher and paddle board instructor 14/10/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke, our instructor, was very knowledgeable and interesting
Testimonial from Rebecca Lyle 09/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course provided by an enthusiastic and knowledgeable trainer.
Testimonial from Adrian Cottrell, Team Leader, Kirkby Stephen MRT 08/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course delivered using a well balanced approach of information sharing, partner conversation and hands on practice and problem solving scenarios. Aspects of First Aid were delivered in an appropriate sequence with repetition and reinforcement of key concepts throughout the weekend. And everything was presented with passion and light-hearted good humour by the unphaseable Ross! First Aid now feels simpler and achievable. Thank you.
Testimonial from Jane Morris 06/10/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid All good. Best First aid training I've done. There is still a feeling of 'too much to take in' and the decision making gets blurred, so if you had the means to make a laminated card that could slip into a rucksack so you had a reminder of 'if this, then X, ... If that, then this...' then that would be really helpful.
Testimonial from Clare Brewster, Adviser, Natural England 29/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very engaging and relevant; worlds better than other other outdoor first aid course I have been on.
Testimonial from Jacob Podesta 29/09/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very professional delivery of a course with the correct amount of content. Excellent use of high quality intuitive aids was a real bonus and aided learning. This organisation was recommended to me and I will do the same to others, without hesitation.
Testimonial from Mary McClelland 25/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was really good to do several of the main procedures more than once, that really helped to anchor it in my mind.
Testimonial from Monique Speksnyder, Project Officer Waver Wampool Catchment, West Cumbria Rivers Trusthttp://www.westcumbriariverstrust.org 24/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent first aid trainer. He had a very good balance of theory and practical scenarios which made it much easier to stay focussed. He created a positive atmosphere to give us confidence in what we were doing and in being able to perform First Aid in our own settings. The delicious cakes were an added bonus to all the important learning. Thank you!
Testimonial from Rebecca Harris, MFL Teacher, William Howard School 23/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic trainer delivering a well executed training programme.
Testimonial from Michael Gaunt 21/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed it, learnt new tips and techniques
Testimonial from Charles Edmund Pickles 20/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Liam Williams, Lancaster & Morecambe College 20/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course! Great instruction. So nice to meet people from all backgrounds. Fabulous biscuits and cakes too.
Testimonial from Cathrine Eastman 20/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid very good course, the tutor made it fun and relaxing and easy to learn without feeling under pressure.
Testimonial from Louise Greenwood 20/09/2023 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid I came away from the course feeling that I had the knowledge to deal with a first aid emergency.
Testimonial from Kate Clarke, Owner/dog trainer, Katie"s K9s 18/09/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Training was delivered at a good pace, with clear, accessible teaching. Great to use training aids and defibrillator.
Testimonial from Alison Charlesworth 18/09/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was the pefect trainer. Knowledgeable, passionate about his profession and inspiring. Would happily attend his training courses again.
Testimonial from Deb Tyson 18/09/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid always provide excellent, perfectly pitched training and make it fun into the bargain! Our tutor, Luke, did a great job making the FAAW session easy to understand with clearly set out learning outcomes which we all attained. Thank you LFA!
Testimonial from Jonathan Holdsworth, School Business Manager, Patterdale C of E Schoolhttp://www.patterdale.cumbria.sch.uk 15/09/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The face to face training day was very relaxed, but at the same time very informative with sufficient time to discuss in pairs, share across the whole group, practice and rehearse techniques. Luke made the information accessible and meaningful, ensuring everyone was comfortable with the learning so far before moving on. Overall a very informative and enjoyable day. Thank you
Testimonial from Sarah Bowers, SEND Teacher, Beaconside Primary School 13/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a fantastic teacher - so many different ways of learning and all enjoyable!
Testimonial from Mary Farrell, Lecturer, University of Cumbria 13/09/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best first aid course I have attaended
Testimonial from Steven Hargreaves, Care Worker, New Reflexions 13/09/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course, very good pace, with lots of practical activities, which were made fun. I enjoyed the pre course training too. Thank you.
Testimonial from Helen Curry, Teaching assistant , Patterdale School 16/08/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I was a little apprehensive about attending the course but it was delivered in an enjoyable and energetic manner with lots of opportunities to practice & ask questions which put me completely at ease. I learnt a great deal & would highly recommend it.
Testimonial from Carolyn Burns 04/08/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was fantastic in the training, he offered the information in a interactive and practical way. The day was filled with many useful strategies. I can recommend this to anyone who is knew to first aid or wants to have a refresher. Absolutely brilliant day. Thanks Ross!
Testimonial from Milena Sobesto, Psychological Therapy Lead, ABL Health 03/08/2023 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid I would highly recommend Lakes First Aid. The depth of knowledge and experience of the trainer was enormous. The course was fun and enjoyable as well as factual and up to date with current standards. 10/10
Testimonial from Joseph Hackney, Owner, Onnen Bushcraft 02/08/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course covered a good range of scenarios relevant to the attendees, this was further improved by Luke's delivery as he gave additional information or ways in which treatment might vary specific to us and how it would relate to our activities.
Testimonial from Alexander Green 02/08/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A very intensive, enjoyable, satisfying one day course where not one minute was wasted. Ross Wallace, a superb trainer, delivered my training professionally, promptly and efficiently. He engaged very well with the whole group with clear dialogue. There was plenty of practical interaction with role playing scenarios which cemented my learning and gave me the confidence I was looking for, as a First aider, to treat a casualty.
Testimonial from Hilary Ward 02/08/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I would recommend a first aid course with Lakes First Aid to anyone. The instructors, both Luke and Ross, are first rate. Excellent delivery, friendly and knowledgeable with a great sense of humour and a perfect balance of practical, interactive learning and power point presentation of information when needed. I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 day course and the home-made cake was a bonus!
Testimonial from Ruth Kirk, Owner, at nature's pacehttp://www.atnaturespace.co.uk 31/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course led by Ross a knowledgeable and professional trainer who imparted the training with enthusiasm and a sense of humour.
Testimonial from David Robertson 27/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course, a mass of information to absorb but delivered in an engaging way over 2 days with lots of hands on practicing of first aid theory learnt
Testimonial from Emma Nielsen 26/07/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Recently a new member of staff attended July 2023 and she commented on how different and hands on the training was compared to previous ones she had done. Yes, she enjoyed the day out. Thank you.
Testimonial from Susan Shardlow, Pre-school Leader, Westnewton Pre-school, St. Matthews C of E School http://westnewtonpre-school.com 26/07/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I love Ross' energy and he made the session very engaging
Testimonial from Annie Wilkins 24/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I think Ross’ training was 10/10. Lots of information delivered in an engaging and entertaining way. Good amount of demonstration and practical exercises as well with individual feedback and tips from his personal experience.
Testimonial from Alexander Green 24/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was excellent, I found him very engaging and was very enthusiastic about First Aid.
Testimonial from Garry Bower, Run Leader, Eden Runners 24/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was an excellent course run by a very experienced leader. Much of the outdoor training was tailored to our group, Eden Runners
Testimonial from Alison Rowsell 24/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course as always. Ross presents the two days in a really engaging, active way. He adapted things to meet the needs of our group and explains things really clearly. Thank you!
Testimonial from Sophie Heron, Teacher 23/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid LUKE WAS VERY PROFFESIONAL AND MADE SURE EVERYBODY UNDERSTOOD ALL THE DIFFERENT ELEMENTS REQUIRED
Testimonial from Ronald Dunn 23/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I loved the course and feel confident. I will be recommending this to my fellow runners.
Testimonial from Wendy Cannon 21/07/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a perfect trainer- enthusiastic, fun and knowledgeable.
Testimonial from Clair Garson, KS2 Teacher, Wreay CE primary school 19/07/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was incredibly helpful and assisted in all areas where I felt stuck.
Testimonial from Joleen Allen, Customer Care advisor, Nilfiskhttps://www.nilfisk.com/en-gb/ 14/07/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid First Aid can be quite an intense subject but Ross made sure that the group were constantly engaged, participating in various scenarios and providing guidance along the way. I feel like a learned a lot from this course and feel a lot more equipped going forward.
Testimonial from Daniel McHugh, Contracts Development Administrator, Thomas Grahamhttp://www.thomas-graham.co.uk 13/07/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed doing the first aid requalification course with Lakes First Aid. The two day course is very thorough with a good mix of practical and online learning. The online learning was very easy to use and very informative with videos to watch throughout which really embedded the information. The practical course was led by expert staff who explained and showed best first aid practice and answered queries relating to my work environment which has built my confidence in carrying out first aid effectively. I would highly recommend Lakes First Aid to everyone.
Testimonial from Heather Croft, Administrative Assistant with First Aid, The Lakes School 12/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A really well delivered and informative course that gave a complete novice the confidence to be able to act in the event of an accident. Any nervousness was soon allayed by a very engaging and supportive tutor. Excellent course in every aspect.
Testimonial from Stephen McGinn 12/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course delivered by Ross Wallace, who concentrated on the important information and did not overload us with unnecessary facts. I told him that I was autistic at the beginning of the course, and his easy manner and good humour really put me at ease. At the end of the course he asked me how I had found it and I really appreciated this gesture because I felt that he hand been mindful of what I might find particularly challenging as the course progressed. I really can’t fault the quality of his teaching and personal engagement with everyone that was present
Testimonial from Christopher Jerome, Conservation volunteer , Eden Rivers Trusthttp://www.edenriverstrust.org.uk 05/07/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well organised and delivered course! Our trainer was really knowledgable and very aware of keeping people interested as best he could. By mixing it up with presentation, group tasks, indoor/outdoor scenarios it kept it fun and engaging. I definitely feel confident in my abilities as a first aider and I would return to this course once my qualification expires.
Testimonial from Grace Fuller, Peatland Assistant, Cumbria Wildlife Trust 30/06/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent well organised course run by a very knowledgeable trainer in an excellent space.
Testimonial from Matt Searson, Company Chairman 27/06/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
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Testimonial from Chriss Tinotenda Nhamo 26/06/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course; well-presented in a pragmatic, no nonsense manner; nice venue
Testimonial from Timothy Palmer 26/06/2023 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for a great two days (even if it was working over the weekend). Luke was very professional, making the course fun and lighthearted whilst also getting the serious side to first aid through. The cakes were delicious too. Thank you!
Testimonial from Emma Capstick 26/06/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
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Testimonial from Michael Agbaje 26/06/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent trainer who demonstrated great knowledge and competency. We had real discussions which meant it didn't feel like a lecture but rather like a team solving a problem. The pacing was excellent and he managed the group well, meaning we got the most out of our time there.
Testimonial from Emma Rose 20/06/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was great, he put everyone at ease, very charismatic and never patronising . He’s a real asset to the company
Testimonial from Helena Morris-Lockwood, Performing arts teacher and facilitator Link to student's website 19/06/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was a great balance of talk and hands-on which helped my learning. It was good that the trainer was able to cover specific things when requested. Everything was done in a cheerful and enthusiastic way which was encouraging.
Testimonial from Gill Williams 14/06/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought Ross was an EXCELLENT facilitator - very knowledgable and experienced, he was enthusiastic and kept the energy high throughout. He is clearly very passionate about first aid and has lots of hands on experience of this in many contexts. I'd definitely recommend.
Testimonial from Michelle Parry 24/05/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have trained with Active Aid for my last four first aid courses. I feel that they improve and simplify the training every time and i always walk away feeling confident to approach a first aid situation. Furthermore, despite not having used the skills and knowledge since the last course, i had not lost much of the knowledge and skills after three years - a sign of really great training.
Testimonial from Martin Ibbotson, Training and Development Consultant , Brathay 24/05/2023 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant trainer, clear, concise and informative. Great subject knowledge and no nonsense approach. Lovely refreshments too!! Cake and biscuits were delicious.
Testimonial from Amanda Eden, Higher Level Teaching Assistant., Westmorland Schoolhttp://witherslackgroup.co.uk 23/05/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Comprehensively and clearly delivered with a friendly and approachable manner by the staff. Clear information and update on current practices delivered in an easily digestible and positive way.
Testimonial from ANDREW MORTON, Teacher/outdoor instructor 17/05/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks for a very informative and enjoyable day.
Testimonial from Sophie Dobinson, Teacher, Skelton School 15/05/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good course for refreshing the memory.
Testimonial from Gary Milnes, LIRF, England athletics 27/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Lots covered and explained with plenty of practical to increase understanding.
Testimonial from Timothy Dykes 26/04/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really good course which was adaptive the participants
Testimonial from David Cragon, Head of Physics, Keswick School 26/04/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks so much for an interesting and stimulating couple of days!
Testimonial from Helen Attewell, Volunteer walk leader, HF Holidays 23/04/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course and a trainer with up to date information, enthusiasm and interesting anecdotes!
Testimonial from Bethany Leckie, Teaching Assistant , Shap School 23/04/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course with Luke. I found his teaching style very good and he kept us interested throughout with different scenarios and more practical work. The homemade cake and biscuits we're a nice treat on ours breaks as well! I would highly reccommend this course to anyone wanting to learn outdoor first aid.
Testimonial from Sayde Handrick 21/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a very likeable person who delivered the program with humour which got the message across well, he made the course enjoyable
Testimonial from Elsa Campbell, Receptionist , Keswick Timeshare Ltd 21/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was delivered with enthusiasm and a great extent of knowledge. All in the course benefitted so much from the course.
Testimonial from Tracy Shaw, Operational manager and technical manager 21/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid We have been using Lakes 1st Aid for our Emergency First Aid at Work training for our site staff in South Cumbria for over 6 years now.
The training courses are really engaging and well paced.
The knowledgeable trainers know how to present things in a really straight forward way and to help you to remember the key points.
Thank you
Testimonial from Lucy Ronald, Site Manager, English Heritage 17/04/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke's teaching methods and delivery were exceptional. He really read the group, listened and involved everyone, and his depth in knowledge of the outdoors enabled him to use examples which related to everyones outdoor backgrounds. Thank you Luke, you made learning interesting and engaging.
Testimonial from Thomas Stephan Bukowski 05/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great to have been provided with a handbook. Never been able to practice the Heimlich manoeovre so was a good opportunity this time to try this.
I liked that we were able to practice BLS in sections.
Great using apps linked to the Annie dummies to see how effective our chest compressions were.
Plenty of opportunities to ask questions or consider "what if.." scenarios.
Testimonial from Shamyla Younas, GP, Clinical Director, ABL Health 03/04/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed this course and all the practical aspects of it. The instructors knowledge really showed through and I believe I learned a lot. Hopefully I will never have to put them into practice but I feel capable of doing so should the need arise.
Testimonial from Samantha Vaughan 30/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid THANK YOU. I have been wanting to undertake a first aid program ever since I witness an emergency and felt helpless. This course has given me the confidence to perform better if I am ever faced with an emergency situation again, which is all I wished for. The course was absolutely fantastic, interactive, and made something which I expected to be gruesome and overwhelming very consumable and almost 'fun' (if that is appropriate to state). Ross and his team are brilliant and deserve a massive thank you.
Testimonial from Jack Brennand 30/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a great teacher, very engaging to listen to and widely experienced and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain things more in-depth if we had any questions, and I now feel confident in my abilities to provide first aid especially in outdoor settings.
Testimonial from Leah Greaves 29/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The 2 day first aid course had a great atmosphere. The key learning points were delivered in an easy to remember and engaging way.
Testimonial from Stephen Ashworth 29/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course, glad to be in a group with people who were renewing their qualifications for the wealth of knowledge and experiences to share
Testimonial from Josie Holroyd 29/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks again to Luke, always great courses and always a great bunch of people on them too.
Testimonial from Rosemary Cole 29/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Once again a thoroughly enjoyable course. It was very well presented by Luke, there was a lot packed into the 2 days and the updated thinking in certain areas was good to hear about.
Testimonial from Leigh Smiles, Owner, Tall Bloke Adventureshttps://www.tallblokeadventures.com/ 29/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The style of teaching was excellent and well delivered. It was FUN too and the cakes were great.
Testimonial from Philip Tibbs, Gold D of E Co-ordinator, Churcher's College 23/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The instructor was extremely knowledgeable and approachable and the course was really well organised with all the latest training equipment including bluetooth assessment of CPR. It was delivered at a good pace and in a way so as not to overwhelm the students but to give everyone the confidence they need to deliver first aid. Thank you for an enjoyable and informative learning experience.
Testimonial from Sophia Crease, Adviser, Natural England 21/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you! Serious topic made interesting and light hearted. Delivered by an animated and interactive trainer, who using his own experience showed us how to administer first aid with confidence and compassion. Very current and relevant material and resources. Highly recommended.
Testimonial from Melanie Park 19/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid the course was friendly and relaxed.
the trainer was very confident in his presentation.
his knowledge was exceptional.
Testimonial from Roy Brierley 17/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid There was a very good split of theoretical and practical learning. Great demonstrations from the trainer, Ross and he was clear, concise and kept things simple.
Testimonial from Stevie White, Office Manager , Hart Distribution Limited 15/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid course broken down into easy to learn segments, repetition of the actions also assisted comprehension.
Testimonial from Dawn Johnson, Pastoral Tutor, Trinity School 14/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed the training
Testimonial from Gerard Reilly 13/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I wanted to highlight how insightful and engaging Luke the instructor was. He was well equipped, resourceful and his delivery style accommodated several learning styles.
Testimonial from Matthew Ryder 13/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course which prepares you for any outdoor incident. Course tutor, led us through the 2 days with enthusiasm, good advice and fun.
Testimonial from Ian Hargrave 13/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very enjoyable 2 days, Luke is absolutely brilliant at what he does and put's every one at ease.
Testimonial from Peter Sowerby 13/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Enthusiastic and patient delivery of the course. Has instilled confidence in me to help another person who might need help
Testimonial from Peter Ullrich, Ornithologist, Peter Ullrich 09/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Easy flowing training session, delivered in a relaxed style, whilst keeping the content constantly focused on the serious nature of the aims of the training session.
Testimonial from Richard Kavanagh, Cleaning Supervisor, Trinity School 08/03/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Like was a fantastic trainer. He made the whole thing very easy to understand, covered so many areas and managed to keep us all smiling throughout. The course itself was very indepth and by far yhe best I have attended.
Testimonial from Charlotte Macdonald 08/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great trainer, Luke he created a really relaxed environment with great knowledge
Testimonial from Claire Huddleston, Service Manager, Vision Support Barrow & Districthttp://www.vsbd.org.uk 08/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Course, organisation, and venue were good. Luke was informative and held the group well. The active element of the course was good.
Testimonial from Matthew Nelson, Silver & Green 06/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a great instructor, he inspired the class and taught with enthusiasm. Great to meet someone who actually uses these First Aid skills on a daily basis as well as teaching others.
Testimonial from James Downes, Freelance Instructor 05/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I feel I have a formula logged in my brain that I hope to recall effectively if a first aid situation occurs
I thank Ross very much
Testimonial from Anne Noble, Domestic Engineer!!, N/Ahttp://N/A 05/03/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, plenty of practical exercises relevant to the setting of lake sailing.
Enthusiastic who kept the participates engaged throughout a full day.
Testimonial from Peter Lewis 03/03/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was outstanding in both his knowledge and delivery and far better than others in the past.
Testimonial from James Hogg, Outdoor Instructor , Rookin House Activity Centre Ltdhttp://www.roookinhouse.co.uk 02/03/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was engaging and knowledgeable. He made sure the course was as relevant as he could to the type of situations we are more likely to deal with including using the outdoor environment whilst making sure we still had time to cover the necessary content of the Course.
Testimonial from Deborah Hogg, MD, Rookin House Ltdhttp://www.rookinhouse.co.uk 01/03/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a great instructor. Knowledgeable, engaging and enthusiastic. The course was fun and as such learning was easy. Thank you
Testimonial from Catherine Margaret Reid, Receptionist, Belle Vue Vets 28/02/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid There seems to be increasing evidence supporting the prioritisation of CPS over 'Breathing' - Greater clarity and and an officially promoted position on this would be reassuring. i.e. If I did prioritise pumping blood to the brain over 'brething' might I be deemed 'guilty' of not 'breathing' - despite evidence?
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Testimonial from Gordon MacKay, Project Management Capability Lead 24/02/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I dont have any issue with how the cource went, some off the things I learned in this couce I dont rememebr doing a few years ago, which would be no supprise with traning refreshers and how procedures change. It just made my job much easier when an emergency situation were to happened, including a few changes I need to make in my normal daily routine so I can pass onto the others staff.
As Defibs access and accessibility to the builing will need to be changed for quicker routes, including a few first aid practicals with staff just to help make them aware off what to do as ive noticed abit off confusion with the safety arrangements. So these refreshers help alot thank you.
Testimonial from John Kendall, Security Officer, Mitie Security 23/02/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought they way the course was taught helped build my confidence because we kept using the knowledge like building blocks. I also liked the very positive approach to the training.
Testimonial from Rachel Miller 17/02/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The whole course was brilliant, the atmosphere was great and I learnt loads in a way that felt very applicable. I also have a learning difficulty and the friendly, practical nature of the course meant I never felt confused or overloaded with information. Absolutely excellent.
Testimonial from William Fraser, Will Fraser MTBhttp://willfrasermtb.com 14/02/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Once again a great two days so thanks to Luke in his delivery and Ross\ Sue for organising. Thank you.
Testimonial from Tom Greenwood, Mountaineering Instructor, Greenwood Mountaineering http://www.greenwoodmountaineering.co.uk 13/02/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The CPR with the app was new and interesting
Testimonial from Janet Nanson 12/02/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I enjoyed the first aid course, I also felt the course leader Ross was very enthusiastic and his approach to teaching was helpful in putting everyone at ease. He made it fun and engaging and I feel I have taken more away from this course than I have other courses in the past.
Testimonial from Lee Hall, Production operative , A S T signs limited 08/02/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very good at getting everyone in the group involved in thinking about the reasons why things are done and in what order. There were lots of hands on scenarios and time taken to reflect on performance and ask questions. I felt I could ask any question without being worried I was asking a silly question. There were no details that weren’t explored; what to expect when you dial 999, will the call handler know where you are, what details to give, what to do if someone recovers from CPR, how protocols vary for different age groups etc
Testimonial from Louise McNally, Dental Surgeon 07/02/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a very good instructor ,I found the course both enjoyable and highly informative, the demonstrations and play acting are useful tools to remember the lessons learned ,I would have Ross as a teacher again ,he's easy going, makes it fun and drills the lessons home. Thanks Ross and team
Testimonial from Samantha Staniforth 07/02/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was brilliant and made the day really enjoyable. I had very basic knowledge of first aid beforehand but now feel confident in knowing exactly how to behave in a medical emergency. I would not hesitate to recommend your courses to friends and colleagues!
Testimonial from Zoe Tremeer-Holme, Sixth Form Study and Research Coordinator, Ullswater Community College 29/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid really enthusiastic and knowleble trainer. Very engaging, friendly, and presented the info and situaitons very well.
Testimonial from Joshua Murray, Student, University of Cumbria 27/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The outdoor first aid has been an invaluable experience. Having attended previous first aid courses that were all classroom based, this course approached applying skills in a new environment and more flexible manner that has helped me to feel more confident if an event was to occur. The resources used were really helpful and gave the opportunity to put into practice what we had learned. The trainers were excellent. They are clearly very knowledgeable and their enthusiasm was infectious. Thank you for an excellent course.
Testimonial from Georgina Handley 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very well run and structered well. I felt the order in which it was delivered really helped with retaining the knowledge. Lukes knowledge of the subject and down to earth approach is something I really enjoyed.
Testimonial from Stewart Cousins 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very dynamic, engaged and engaging, and he was clearly drawing upon a lot of experience of first aid being given in remote UK outdoor areas. Probably the most enjoyable first aid course I have done in 25 years.
Making use of De-fibrillators and choking harnesses was really useful!
Testimonial from Simon Carr, Associate Professor in Geography, University of Cumbria 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course content and delivery by our instructor. Most enjoyable 2 days getting my head back into the first aid world and the slight changes since I last was involved. Would highly recommend to anyone.
Testimonial from Adrian Schultz, Head of Year, NTS 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is an excellent trainer. In particular his focus on ensuring we could apply skills practically. And his ability to simplify excess information into something digestible and simple I feel I could actually remember and use confidently under real circumstances. Good sense of humour, kept things interesting, fun and light throughout. Excellent.
Testimonial from Bernard Gregory Gilmartin 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was fantastic, knowledgeable, supportive, proactive. I thoroughly enjoyed the course
Testimonial from Ben Irving 25/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an excellent trainer. He maintains an impressive level of enthusiasm and knowledge with good contextualisation. All the information is delivered in a pragmatic way with great interpersonal skills.
Testimonial from Heather Prince, Professor of Outdoor & Environmental Education, University of Cumbriahttp://www.cumbria.ac.uk 21/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good instructor, made everything very clear and was also cheerful which makes attending courses much much more easier.
Testimonial from Leon Askins, Groundsworker , Metcalfe plant hire Ltd. 20/01/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a brilliant trainer I really enjoyed the course and he made it ten times better with his banter and knowledge I wish him all the best.
Testimonial from Dylan Vaughan, Activities Assistant 20/01/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a brilliant First Aid course. The expertise of Ross was obvious and he showed such skill at imparting his knowledge and experience in order to pass on these skills. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Lakes First Aid to any organisation or individual who wishes to further their knowledge in this area. Thank you Ross for a brilliant day.
Testimonial from Helen Jackson, Nurse 20/01/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross really brought things to life, good stats on topics discussed. Physical activities were brilliant all in all one of the best first aid courses I have been on. Both Memorable and enjoyable learning. Thank you Ross.
Testimonial from Dorothy Grimes, Administration Manager, ABL Health Your Health Oldhamhttp://www.ablhealth.co.uk 20/01/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very Gina no interactive, Ross had excellent knowledge and brilliant at accommodating different learning styles.
Testimonial from Rachel Vepers 19/01/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was well structured and laid out, it was thoroughly enjoyable and relaxed.
Testimonial from Sean Holloway, Night House Manager, Another place the lakes 16/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Previous first aid courses I have attended with other providers have been like pulling teeth. However, the course run by Ross and Luke (Lakes First Aid) was really good fun whilst being informative and increasing my confidence. I thought the balance between practical and classroom sessions was spot on. Ross and Luke’s combination of knowledge, enthusiasm and humour are what made the course so enjoyable.
Testimonial from Mark Ashby, Teaching Fellow, Keele University 14/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course contains lots of information yet the trainers keep it manageable, digestible and keep students engaged with activities and participation throughout. It is a really good course.
Testimonial from Ian Oliver, Senior Lecturer, Keele University 13/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having attended many first aid training courses over my career, this was the best I have participated in. Very knowledgeable and engaging instructors, and content pitched at just the right level, with useful practical "hacks".
Testimonial from Ian Stimpson, Senior Lecturer, Keele University 13/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very worthwhile two days of refreshing first aid skills. Also, a very enjoyable and engaging course due to the approachability and enthusiasm of the course leaders.
Testimonial from Stuart Egan, Senior Lecturer in Geology, Keele University 13/01/2023 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having participated in three of their Outdoor First Aid courses, Lakes First Aid are quite simply the best provider of first aid training I've encountered to date. It's the way in which the training is designed and integrated with practical, scenario-based exercises that's a stand out element that builds your confidence during the course. The use of cutting edge kit to practise, illustrate and develop key skills is also exemplary in highlighted the company's constant efforts to develop and improve their courses. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Testimonial from Richard Waller, Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography, Keele UniversityLink to student's website 11/01/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course Luke was very knowand answered all my questions well. I liked that the equipment was all there to practice all the techniques.
Testimonial from Beverley Falder 11/01/2023 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I have used Lakes first aid and active aid courses for many years. the courses are of a consistently high standard and the delivery is second to none.
Testimonial from Ann Hurst 10/01/2023 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course leader Ross was very engaging, upbeat and very easy to listen to. I enjoyed the course very much.
Testimonial from Pauline Farley, Outreach Support Officer, Community Gateway association 10/01/2023 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I really like how the course can be done online before having a day course, it splits it up well. I have done a few first aid courses but learnt some things today that I’ve never been shown or taught before. Luke made the day fun, he explained things well, he gave us time, I really liked how much group work was involved and how hands on we were other than just sitting and listening. The venue was great as it provided lots of space and was warm enabling us to work well and concentrate, I would recommend this course to anyone. Thank you to Luke!
Testimonial from Sophie Kirkbride 17/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid After more than 40 years of regular first aid course updates this must count as one of the best courses that I have taken part in. Luke was thorough and efficient in his course delivery and yet at the same time managed to maintain a relaxed and informal approach that enabled questions and discussion and enhanced learning. Thank you very much
Testimonial from Richard Simpson 17/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was probably the most engaging and enjoyable first aid course that I have attended. I've been part of some pretty good ones over the 40 odd years where I have updated every 3 years, but Luke's delivery kept me interested and totally motivated throughout. Thank you Luke.
Testimonial from Susan Simpson 14/12/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was wonderful, very approachable. Lots was covered and very practical.
Testimonial from Jayne Blackburn, Reception teacher, Plumpton school 14/12/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for making first aid fun! It was an enjoyable and very informative day of training
Testimonial from Emma Atkinson 11/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is a born teacher. He focuses on the practical and takes a lot of fear out of this subject.
Testimonial from Fiona Hammond 07/12/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the e-learning rather than a 2 day course as able to read and take in on own time.
The choking kit as hands on to try was really good along with the app to check your CPR
Testimonial from Angela Watson, admin assistant, John Beaty Transport Ltd 07/12/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was fantastic. Put me at ease and answered any questions and didn’t make me feel silly for asking.
Testimonial from Samantha McWhirter, EYFS and KS1 Teacher 05/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was an enjoyable, fast-paced and valuable course where I gained a great deal of knowledge and confidence in administering first aid, both indoors and in an outdoor setting.
Testimonial from Lucy Gibson, Senior Advisor, Natural Englandhttp://www.gov.uk/natural-england 02/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I was anxious before starting the course because I had very little knowledge of or confidence in performing First Aid. However, I found the course to be very supportive and non-judgemental of complete novices like me. Ross was very enthusiastic and made the learning fun and easy to follow. I also found the outdoor exercises incredibly useful as they simulated what I might encounter at work and the importance of the surrounding environment. I now feel confident and knowledgeable enough to respond to a range of casualties which I feel is invaluable not just in my work outdoors but also in everyday life.
Testimonial from Isobel Grindrod, Freshwater Lead Adviser, Natural England 02/12/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done a lot of first aid courses over my career and this course was by far the best one that I have been on. The outdoor scenarios and role playing really makes this course stand out from classroom courses. In my opinion an outdoor course should be the new standard. I say this because the office environment is variable and people may need first aid in car parks, stair wells, small spaces, etc…
Ross is obviously very knowledgeable and passionate course tutor, but I found that his involvement as a first responder and work with mountain rescue provided additional level of respect and credibility.
Testimonial from Paul Breslin, Freshwater Lead Advisor, Natural England 30/11/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Nice cake thank you! Still one of the best outdoor first aid course providers i've experienced in over 20 years working in the outdoors.
Testimonial from Sarah Smith 29/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid It was clear that Ross is very passionate about his job and that came across well.
He was very knowledgeable and made the course fun.
Testimonial from Natalie Holgate 29/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The equipment was clean, well looked after and very useful. The trainer had an excellent manner and way of describing things to make them memorable. I found the course relevant to my setting and very useful.
Testimonial from Keren Glover, Teacher 29/11/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was amazing. Full of information with a great sense of humour. I would recommend him and his company very highly.
Don’t forget to change the venue. Somewhere with eating facilities.
Testimonial from Martin Bellingham, Learning mentor , Christ the King Catholic High school 27/11/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid None. Great day , with additional update on use of smartphones in first aid situation.
Testimonial from Martin Golden, Ullswater Yacht Club 22/11/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was well structured and well balanced between practical and theory.
Testimonial from Rosemary De Mello 21/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great practical course learning how to provide First Aid in the event of an emergency in the workplace.
Testimonial from Jasmine Macleod, Graphic Designer, Ast Signs Limitedhttps://www.ast.co.uk/ 21/11/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was warm and great to work with, adding his vast knowledge and experience to the course really made it make applicable to my group and forest school situations.
Testimonial from Gayle Baker, child, family support worker and F. School leader, Barnardo's 14/11/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very very good at keeping us engaged! I struggle to keep engaged in something for a long period of time, but his coaching was delivered in such a way that I felt fully enthusiastic over the entire 2 days! Great coach, great first aider! His knowledge was second to none, he answered every question we had and delivered answers in such a way for everyone to clearly understand!
Testimonial from Jacob Prothero, Bay Search and Rescue 10/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very knowledgeable about first aid
He put it across to the group in a professional but light hearted way
His equipment was also very good
I think I will be more confident in dealing with a accident but hopefully nothing too serious
Testimonial from Ian Cannon, Director , Ian cannon ltd 07/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a really good tutor. He made sure everyone's questions were answered and gave time at the end for individuals to discuss anything further. He made sure everyone felt involved. Great course. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Thanks.
Testimonial from Martine Sweeney, Knowledge Management Assistant 07/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid a fantastic course ross was very enthusiastic and show’s great passion in helping people to understand the importance of first aid well done ross
Testimonial from Ian Frith, fitter, NLG WINDOW SYSTEMS 03/11/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid great training session, everything covered well, clearly and with a laugh or two! thank you
Testimonial from Wayne Hullock, sales, G&S Penrith ltd 03/11/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course & Luke delivered it wonderfully
Testimonial from Emma Banks 02/11/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid I feel inspired to practise the training regularly to keep the information at the fore-front of my mind. Ross Wallace was an excellent trainer, with heaps of useful tips and relevant, up-to-date information to share.
Testimonial from Gill Smith, Nursery Class teacher, Beaconside Primary School 02/11/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is clearly a very experienced First Aid Practitioner drawing on a wealth of practical knowledge from a diverse range of previous experiences in the Outdoor sector. His background as an Outdoor Instructor in a range of water and land based activities also adds to the relevance and practical nature of his delivery. It was evident from the presentations that Ross has kept abreast with current research, trends and thinking and has adapted information accordingly. The props that he has developed are well designed to facilitate understanding and enhance learning. The balance of 'teacher' led input and 'peer' led discovery was excellent, keeping us awake and engaged at all times. I would highly recommend this course to anyone in the outdoor industry whether it be Center Instructors, School teachers or freelance Instructors like myself.
Testimonial from Christopher Wright, Freelance Mountaineering & Climbing Instructor, Mountain Masteryhttp://www.mountainmastery.co.uk 31/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very thorough teaching covering all common first aid situations.
Testimonial from Jim Wardrope, Medical Officer, KSMRT 31/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course is well-structured and knowledge and practice are built gradually with plenty of opportunity to ask questions and to practice.
Luke, the tutor, was knowledgeable and understood where practice has altered over the years so could be clear about current recommendations.
Testimonial from Ester Sloggett 24/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I had a great time on the course. Luke was a fantastic instructor, with really good knowledge of the specific course as well as around the subject. I found him to be a first rate communicator who genuinely engaged with me and my perspective beyond just being a good educator.
The course left me confident that I had the knowledge to tackle all first aid scenarios.
Testimonial from Joshua Caulcott Cooper, Reserve Warden, Natural England 21/10/2022 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid This is a great course in an ideal venue with an interesting and knowledgable teacher. Thank you
Testimonial from Sally Plevin, The Liferafthttp://www.theliferaft.org 20/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross provided the best training I've ever been part of. So full of enjoy, engaging and you can tell he loves what he teaches. Can't rate him highly enough.
Testimonial from Craig Dugdale 14/10/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Always a good experience being a learner with Lakes First Aid. All the staff are so friendly and will go the extra mile to accommodate your needs. Have held a First Aid cert since 1979 which I took when I worked at the cellophane factory at Wigton- yes, I’m that old. I’ve been to three different first aid providers over the years. Lakes is easily the best. Cheers. Joe
Testimonial from Joseph Dias, Artist, Diasfinearthttp://Www.diasfineart.co.uk 12/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A really well delivered course by Luke. The pace was perfect, allowing time to discuss and ask questions. Keeping the decision-making process simple and at the heart of effective first aid.
Testimonial from Tom Lemmey, Peatland Restoration Officer, Cumbria Wildlife Trust 11/10/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid the course was excellent and well taught. everything went great and as it should. huge thanks to ross.
Testimonial from Ashton-Lee Holliday, marshall at fusion, fusion carlisle 11/10/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really good informative course. Ross was excellent and gave lots of life hacks that apply to many scenarios.
Testimonial from Victoria James, Safety Marshall, Fusion Trampoline Park 10/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A wonderful course combining well explained theory with fun practical elements that really make you think and apply your knowledge.
Testimonial from Morgan Barrie 09/10/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Big thanks to Luke for putting up with me!
I was worried after taking a break from the outdoor industry that I wouldn’t remember anything and find the course overwhelming.
Each module was thoroughly covered with a mixture of indoor/ outdoor (great for an ADHD brain) and I was able to engage and take in a lot of information.
I was able to ask extra questions when I needed clarification, and felt in a very safe environment.
I would 100% recommend Lakes First Aid and look forward to the next one.
I will see you in 3 years!
Testimonial from Jennifer McLoughlin 28/09/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Great training-thank you
Testimonial from Shona Turney, Teacher, Crosby-on-Eden Primary 26/09/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was excellent at presenting and expaining matters and encouraging engaging discussions.
Testimonial from Amy Wise, Science Technician, Solway Community School 21/09/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was relaxed, fun and engaging. Everyone enjoyed the course, even those of us who thought it might be too involved or are squeamish.
Testimonial from Nicola Woodier, Head Chocolatier, Friars of Keswick 16/09/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid As someone who isn't keen on blood, First Aid courses are something I usually hate doing. As a youth leader I have to do a course every 3 years. When I went on an Active Aid First Aid Course I knew I wouldn't be worrying about them anymore.
Active Aid presents the course in a way that is simple and easy to understand and remember and there are no horror stories shared.
The course teacher was great at answering all our questions and encouraging our answers as well as correcting us if we needed it in a positive way.
I am hoping there will be an active aid course available in 3 years when I need to update my first aid.
Thank you so much!
Testimonial from Joelle Raby, Youth leader 16/09/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Having attended many first aid courses over the year, this is the first one I have left feeling confident and capable. It was also just a very enjoyable day!
Testimonial from Louie Whitemore, General Manager, Whitemore and Thwaytes 15/09/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Your course brings a new meaning to the A,B,C of First Aid . A ...Attendance B...Builds , C ... Confidence ! Thank you
Testimonial from Wendy Stephenson, Manager , Ye Old Friars 14/09/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Another fantastic LFA course, this time run by Luke, a great balance of knowledge, humour and teaching. Really useful to have the role of 'first aider' established and contextualised properly: plenty of other courses over-train. Key points covered and re-covered throughout the course. Great stuff!
Testimonial from Calum Johnson, Freelance outdoor instructor, -http://- 14/09/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
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Testimonial from Graham Chetley 12/09/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, knowledgeable trainer and welcoming atmosphere. Thoroughly recommend.
Testimonial from Josie Carding, Owner, Dens, Daisies and Discoveries Forest School http://www.densdaisiesdiscoveries.co.uk 18/08/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I liked the enthusiastic instructor
Testimonial from Davina Mouat 09/08/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Please pass on my feedback to Ross
Testimonial from Joseph Earl, Morecambe Bay partnership 04/08/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, with realistic approach to first aid.
Testimonial from Jon Freestone, Freelance 03/08/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course was far better than I had imagined it would be and delivered by Luke, to.the highest standards. Students on the course came from all sorts of backgrounds but all were catered for on this course. The good mixture of theory and practical lessons and a combination of revision and new learning was perfect for all.
An enjoyable course that has definitely de-rusted my old skills and made me much more confident moving forwards with my Uniformed Services courses.
Thankyou!
Mal
Testimonial from Malcolm Bellamy, Teacher of Uniformed Public Services , Ullswater Community College, Penrith 03/08/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lukes energy to keep the group engaged was great. Luke demonstrated fantastic knowledge and understand of First Aid
Testimonial from Clare Brown, Activity Instructor, Kepplewray Centre 22/07/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid It was a very informative and interesting course with a great teacher.
Testimonial from Darren Hunter, Solar fitter, Love solar 19/07/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a very good teacher and easy to get along with and understand. Made the course fun and enjoyable to do.
Testimonial from Ben McDonald 19/07/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid This was one of the most interesting courses I have attended. The Trainer was knowledgeable and he was interesting, I felt I learnt a lot for these reasons
Testimonial from Christina Clark, Foster Carer 13/07/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid It was an honor and to have a facilitator like Ross Wallace, because he made the whole presentation interesting and fun so I felt welcomed by his attitude towards us.Big up's to Ross Wallace you were exceptional man. Thanks.
Testimonial from Johannes Thantsha, Machine Operator , Omega Protein 13/07/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid It would have been good for everyone to have the Annie manakins that connected to the app, however this is only a minor point and I am by no means dissatisfied.
Testimonial from Michelle Kirk, Teacher 06/07/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid One of the best First Aid courses I've done.
Testimonial from Alex Fradley 04/07/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I've been on two of these courses now, they are by far the best courses I have been on, well explained, well demonstrated and skills built on gradually during the day. I remember more for longer from these courses than any other.
Testimonial from Julie Tomkinson, Bassenthwaite Yacht Club 30/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a top trainer he made the course very enjoyable.
Testimonial from John Mackenzie, Warehouse Supervisor., Thomas Graham & Son 27/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid THANK YOU! Wasn't sure if the time commitment was going to be worthwhile given busy lives etc, but came away very pleased that I'd taken part.
Testimonial from Derek Hurton, Head Coach: Eden Runners Juniors 24/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very comprehensive training course. The trainer, Ross, was very skilled and engaging. The approach of slowly by building up the scenarios over the 2 days is very useful to building confidence and enhancing memory retention through repetition.
Testimonial from Madeleine Dwyer 23/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great venue for us - away from the office and a great outdoor setting which makes the exercises feel more realistic!
Testimonial from Dave Clayden, Higher Scientific Officer (Lead Adviser), Natural England 23/06/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
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Testimonial from Katie Nicholson 21/06/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a great asset to the team the best course leader I’ve ever come across and so enthusiastic and knowledgable
Testimonial from Daniel Jones, Head chef , George and dragon clifton 21/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I think with any other trainer I would have struggled, but we were in safe hands with Ross.
Testimonial from Howard Botting 15/06/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid After I had done this course I felt confident that i might be able to help someone who needed first aid. I would normally run a mile
Testimonial from Susan Edgley 13/06/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid To keep everyone engaged and committed to learning for two days is no mean feat, and that is all down to the knowledge and enthusiasm provided by Ross. Fantastic.
Testimonial from Jason Catterson, Safety Specialist , Tesla 09/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course - Ross was very knowledgeable and friendly. Can definitely recommend!
Alex Woodcraft (Adviser, Natural England).
Testimonial from Alex Woodcraft, Adviser 08/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for providing such a varied and interesting course!
Testimonial from Mike Roughley 07/06/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course. Luke was a fantastic trainer. The comprehensive and wide-ranging material was delivered in a highly effective manner involving some short theoretical presentations, but more often engaging interactive Q&A sessions and real-life scenarios, most of which took place outdoors. I would recommend this course very highly to potential applicants, and cannot praise it highly enough. Having attended the course I would feel confident in delivering first aid to casualties in the outdoors.
Testimonial from John Welshman 30/05/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
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Testimonial from Jan Holland 23/05/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you so much for a brilliant course, Luke! I will now feel much more knowledgeable, safe, confident and competent when leading groups outdoors.
Testimonial from Hannah Hartley 23/05/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course. Luke is an excellent instructor.Best FA course I have been on so far.
Testimonial from Maria Duckham, Head of Department / Teacher of MFL / CCF RN 23/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Would recommend this course to anyone
Testimonial from Katie Platt, Project Lead WM services , A B L Health Ltd 20/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I've done a couple of first aid courses over the years and the Lakes First Aid one is head and shoulders above the rest. It is clear and well-structured and the practical scenarios left me feeling a lot more confident in my ability to respond to emergency situations.
Testimonial from Natalie Simpsom, Senior Editor, Cicerone Press 20/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Best first course I have been on - great instruction and very personable.
Testimonial from Fiona Derbyshire, Disadvantaged Pupils Lead, Kirkbie Kendal School 20/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I will be very happy to return when my first aid is due to be updated.
Testimonial from Lisa Bibby, Bar Manager 17/05/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course with many practical aspects and little chance to fall asleep during a boring power point presentation.
Testimonial from Christine Kiddier 17/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This was the only first aid course that I have ever done where I felt that I REALLY improved my confidence and skills. This was due to the excellent content and teaching style. I honestly feel that I could really help someone now, thank you.
Testimonial from Carol Moody, Specialist Stop Smoking Practitioner, ABL Healthhttp://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk 16/05/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid With friendly, approachable trainers with a good sense of humour, this course helped me build on gaps in my knowledge eg the appropriate way to respond when someone is hypo or hyperthermic. I was also able to increase my confidence with practical aspects of First Aid, such as delivering CPR.
Testimonial from Kate Stewart, Forest school practitioner 12/05/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I actually feel confident that in an emergency I would know what to do and how to keep someone as safe as I could until 999 got there.
Testimonial from Dawn Cockburn, Stop smoking Practitioner , ABL Healthhttp://www.smokefreecountydurham.co.uk 11/05/2022 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Very informative and friendly course - thank you!
Testimonial from Jennifer Walker 07/05/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Venue was great ease of access hall size and air space -
Luke was very relaxed in his style and delivered well for the group
Testimonial from Stephen Brown, Adviser for outdoor learning, C C C, Cambridgeshire Advisory Service 07/05/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was very very good, clear and with a good style to bring all along with him on the 6 hour journey, that most people have to do rather than want to do.
Testimonial from Stephen Brown, Adviser for outdoor learning, C C C, Cambridgeshire Advisory Service 04/05/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course taught by a very experienced leader. The blend of taught material and hands on practical exercises, real life situations, sets this course apart from others I have attended. I came out feeling much more confident in my ability to handle an emergency first aid situation.
Testimonial from Jonathan Redfern, Proferssor / Director North ASfrica Research Group, University of Manchester 27/04/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross had great delivery of the course. He kept everyone engaged throughout, no sleepy eyes all day. He was very knowledgeable on First Aid.
Testimonial from Joey Walker 27/04/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a great instructor and his quick and insightful answers to questions were superb.
Testimonial from Morris Rodham, Manager, MJ-Enterpriseshttp://www.mj-enterprsises.co.uk 24/04/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Loved how clear and interactive the course was. Everything was clearly explained and questions were well answered. Looking forward to having to renew in 3 years!
Testimonial from Joe De Groot, Student, Forestry 24/04/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross's enthusiasm and charisma made this course very engaging and interesting. The way in which he invited questions from the group and using a 'what if' system for the participants allowed everyone to get from the course what they needed and apply it to their own industries/roles. There was a huge amount of content covered, and it was great to apply what was learned in outdoor scenarios working in pairs of a group of 3.
It would be great if there was more opportunity to do some more scenarios, maybe in larger groups and more simulation of a day out walking (carrying kit to make use of, personal first aid kits etc). Another half day or full day for this extra would have been valuable in my opinion, and something worth paying for (even if it still provided the same level of qualification.
The booking process for the course was simple and easy. The correspondence before and after was timely and useful. It was also nice to have tea/coffee and biscuits provided! Thanks a lot! Ben
Testimonial from Benjamin Wood 23/04/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you very much! I genuinely really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone looking for a first aid course of any kind.
Testimonial from Talia Morton-Kemsley 23/04/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid fantastic really enjoyed it, thank you so much and keep on saving lies
Testimonial from Samuel Cowie 30/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great content, excellently delivered in a well-prepared format which mafe learning enjoyable. Very impressive.
Testimonial from Terence Kirton 30/03/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I used to be a FA trainer myself ( now retired, apart from internal verification of another trainers work) and from my point of view this was a brilliant course. Very well run.
Testimonial from Joseph Dias, Artist, Diasfineart 25/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This first aid course was really good and educational. It covered a broad range of topic and was able to be adapted to the specific environments our group would be working in (either wetlands or coastal). Our instructor was very engaging and explained things in clear and memorable ways.
Testimonial from Lorna Drake, Freshwater advisor, Natural England 24/03/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great group and instructor, came away feeling I understand the content better than I have done on previous courses
Testimonial from Hannah Wignall 24/03/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, trainer and company, I'd thoroughly recommend it to anyone
Testimonial from Jules Burrell, Acupuncturist , Acupuncture & Massage Penrith http://www.acupuncturepenrith.co.uk 22/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed the course very much and hope to renew in three years time with Ross
Testimonial from Peter Eagan, Free lance Cycle Guide, My employers company Saddle Skedaddle 21/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a very good course. It was delivered by a highly knowledgeable instructor possessing seemingly boundless enthusiasm. Ross fielded all questions with great authority and delivered the course material in an engaging and interesting way.
Testimonial from David Thomas 21/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a fantastic course leader; professional, knowledageable and fun. The course was varied and split into different style activities so we didn't get bored at all, unlike some 1st aid courses I've been on. For this reason I learnt a lot and really enjoyed it.
Thanks for a great course!
Testimonial from Isobel Riley, Cycling guide, , Saddle Skedaddle 16/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is a great course that really gives you the confidence to be able to deal with any issues you're likely to come up against living and working in rural/remote areas.
Testimonial from Lev Dahl, River Restoration Manager, Eden Rivers Trust 09/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course was engaging and interesting, and the emphasis on practical skills was a big help in understanding the course content. Our trainer tailored the course to the situations we would likely encounter in our club environment, which gives me more confidence to provide first aid going forward.
Testimonial from Tristan Murphy, Safety Crew, Bassenthwaite Sailing Club 09/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks really good course overall
Testimonial from John Murray 08/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, well organised and lots of participation, would recommend to anyone
Testimonial from Anthony Woodyer, Training Coordinator, Bassenthwaite Sailing Clubhttp://bassenthwaite-sc.org.uk 07/03/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
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Testimonial from Susan Walkingshaw, Cover Supervisor, SJCHS 07/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really good and interesting course, third course through lakes first aid and as interesting as always. Ross did a great job keeping us all engaged :)
Testimonial from Emily Hagan, Bassenthwaite Yacht Club 05/03/2022 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I learned more on this course, which was broken down into manageable learning sections, than on any previous First Aid course I have attended, and there were plenty of practical sessions which allowed us to put the theory into practice. Thoroughly enjoyed this course which was well executed with humour and knowledge.
Testimonial from Lindsay Lynch, Ullswater Steamers 02/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent couple of days.
Testimonial from Lucy Allan, PE Teacher and Mountain Bike Guide 01/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was really good. This is the most confident I have felt after a first aid course.
Testimonial from Cathy Gruba, Learning and Engagement Officer, West Cumbria Rivers Trusthttp://www.westcumbriariverstrust.org 01/03/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was very good and increased my knowledge and confidence in application
Testimonial from Barry Halls 23/02/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you, another great course from Luke, a great teacher and confidence giver in delivering effective first aid!
Testimonial from Jennifer Robinson, Key Stage One Class Teacher, Crosby-On-Eden C of E Primary School 15/02/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Was a A1 course but that was down to the instructor very energetic in what he was doing and kept things interesting
Testimonial from Graham Brown, Warehouseman, Thomas graham 07/02/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross has a great wealth of knowledge and puts this across in a way that is easy to understand and fun at the same time. The course builds on knowledge step by step with some brilliant practical exercise to embed the learning whilst also giving the opportunity to think about real-world scenarios.
Testimonial from Bridget Ennini 07/02/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross delivered the course in a very knowledgeable and fun way. He engaged well with the whole group. It was the first outdoor first aid course that I have attended and really enjoyed it.
Testimonial from Margaret Marsden 06/02/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid keep doing what you are doing ross it works and it works well
Testimonial from Michael Saunders 30/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, informative with real world application and examples. Great instructor too.
Testimonial from Christopher Stanlake, Outdoor Learning Instructor 30/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Superb Outdoor First Aid training for outdoor professionals - I left feeling confident in my knowledge and ability to handle common first aid scenarios encountered while walking and running in remote environments. I’d recommend this training to anyone who spends lots of time in the outdoors. It was also thoroughly enjoyable and professionally delivered.
Testimonial from Jennifer Bushell, Running Coach, Jenny Bushell Adventureshttp://www.jennybushelladventures.co.uk 25/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The trainer Deb was very knowledgeable and personable. The course content went above and beyond that normally covered. Thoroughly enjoyable and interactive, with a range of indoor and outdoor scenarios covered. I feel more confident to deal with first aid situations after this course than I have after others I have attended.
Testimonial from Rachael Halhead, Projects Support Officer, South Cumbria Rivers Trusthttp://www.scrt.co.uk 24/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Best first aid course i've done so far. A really well delivered course which made everyone feel comfortable and confident in first aid.
Testimonial from Jayne Wilkinson, South Cumbria Rivers Trust 22/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Deb was excellent, the best first aid trainer I have ever had.
Testimonial from Amy Jones, Priority Habitats Project Officer, Freshwater Biological Societyhttps://www.fba.org.uk/ 21/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was packed full of first aid knowledge delivered in a way that made it impossible not to come away feeling so much more confident. Ross’ enthusiasm is infectious and he used a mixture of discussion, practical work and scenarios which kept my interest throughout. Highly recommended!
Testimonial from Anna Vedat, Front of House Manager at Gather, Laggan 20/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The most enjoyable & memorable first aid course I have ever done over the past 22 years.
Testimonial from John McConchie, Owner, J & J McConchie Ltdhttp://mossyard.co.uk 20/01/2022 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid luke was really good kept it interesing
Testimonial from Catherine Hughes, apprentice teaching assistant, Crosby C of E school 17/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross made the 2 days entertaining and has vast knowledge and experience
Testimonial from Rebecca Costello, Teacher of Science 17/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Outdoor first aid doesn't come much better than this. Ross has expert knowledge based on real life experience as a First Reponder, and as amember of Mountian Rescue. He turns what could be two days of very dry content into an engaging and often entertaining study using phrases and methods which help make it stick. Add in proper outdoor scenarious rolling about in wet, cold ground and you very quickly appreciate how a csualty can go downhill quickly - perhaps even literally on a slope!
Can't recommend Lakes First Aid highly enough
Testimonial from Chris Bede, Head of Outdoor Learning / DofE Manager, Macmillan Academy 17/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Testimonial from James Day, science technician, macmillan academyhttp:// 17/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross the presenter was excellent. Good content
Testimonial from Mohun Soochit, Teacher, Macmillan Academy 14/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Id highly recommend this course, practical pragmatic first aid training for first aiders tailored to your requirements.
Testimonial from Jamie Pringle, Senior Lecturer, Keele Universityhttp://www.keele.ac.uk/gge/ 14/01/2022 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course. Luke was a fantastic iunstructor, with a wealth of knowledge and anecdotes to boot. Thanks!
Testimonial from David Whitworth, Doctoral Researcher - Earth Sciences, Keele GGE` 10/01/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid For my old grey matter (the brain) there was a lot to take on. Ross made it fun, and he provided lots of useful tips!
Testimonial from Susan Neilson, Night house Manager 10/01/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was an amazing teacher, great guy
Testimonial from Mark McInnes 04/01/2022 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid While I had previously done a First Aid course I was quite nervous about this session and I lacked confidence around my knowledge etc. Ross was a great teacher and immediately put me at ease. His style of teaching was great, mixing the theory with practical training. I would highly recommend this course.
Testimonial from Ruth Wood, Ullswater Community College 28/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross did a fantastic job leading the course. He was knowledgeable and energetic in his approach, and personable and relatable in his delivery. It was a great two days.
Testimonial from Daniel Gutteridge, University of Cumbria 20/12/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Fun course, enjoyed taking part. Trainer was friendly and knowledgeable.
Testimonial from Amee Freeman, Patterdale Hall 17/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Another great course delivered by Ross. It was really useful to learn skills which would be applicable in remote outdoor settings, as well as in office-type situations. The way the course was structured made the learning experience a dynamic one, putting our skills to the test and problem-solving in simulated outdoor first aid situations. Thanks again.
Testimonial from Ella Farley, Marine Conservation student, University of Cumbria 14/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks to Ross for an amazing experiential course, where he used a wide array of up-to-date resources and equipment to help us be aware of best practices. Love the energy he brings and sustains over the entire course duration.
Testimonial from Dhruv Vishwasrao 14/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was delivered exceptionally well. The trainer's subject knowledge was exemplary and he maintained an enthusiasm throughout the course. There was the opportunity to take part in practical scenarios throughout the two days, both indoors and outdoors. These aided my memory of first aid skills and knowledge because we solved problems in real life situations. I now feel so much more confident to apply my first aid skills in an outdoor setting. I couldn't recommend this course enough.
Testimonial from Jessica Broome 13/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent, engaging, amusing course. Trainer was knowledgable, very clear, kept things simple and kept everyone entertained.
Testimonial from Tim Mather 13/12/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Mike Peterson, Blencathra field studies council.
Ross delivers dynamic and entertaining training sessions which feel both inclusive and entertaining without being drawn out. his attention to detail and encyclopaedic knowledge made it feel like an easier course to pass than it really is.
Will be booking for my refresher and more than happy to encourage others to use this valuable resource.
Thank you.
Testimonial from Micheal Peterson, Lead cook, Field Studies Council 13/12/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid fantastic course brill instructor would highly recommend to other service users
Testimonial from Tracy Birkbeck, facilities welfare manager, Ullswater Community College 04/12/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great two day outdoor first aid course. Instructor was very experienced and related the course to real world situations. It was very comprehensive course but the material was kept simple. There was plenty of role playing to practice.
Testimonial from Colin Belton 01/12/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed course Ross was excellent very knowledgeable.
Testimonial from Carol Hull, TA, James Rennie School 25/11/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks for having me I thoroughly enjoyed it
Testimonial from Joe Kime 23/11/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Liked the extra touches like home made cakes.
Testimonial from Sue Richardson 16/11/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good course, Ross was very good and the course ran very well. Fantastic
Testimonial from Mark Costello, Parts Man, Johnston Tractors Ltd 11/11/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The online course was good the way it was set out, easy to follow and not too much information before a test on it. In comparison to other courses this leader has a sensible practical attitude ( others have been scary stories of how could be sued if broke a rib doing cpr etc) The practical session was good as it was small numbers and good practical session, covering all areas we would need in a school setting. Again in comparison to some other courses I felt I was training to be a Dr not a First Aider.
Testimonial from Lesley Hope, HLTA, Dearham Primary School 11/11/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course well delivered
Testimonial from William Bowman, Site Manager, Ex UCC 11/11/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke Armitage was brilliant, for the first time I thoroughly enjoyed the training and understood it because of his teaching style.
Testimonial from Angharad MacDonald, Director, Carvetii Coffee Ltd 07/11/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Usual very high standard of delivery by Ross - thanks
Testimonial from David Clarke, Ullswater Sailing School 07/11/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course delivery, well structured, lively and informative.
Testimonial from Chris Mulholland 28/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I loved the enthusiasm of Ross the instructor who kept energy levels high of the team even through a long informative day. Ross made time to answer lots of questions and was very open to adding extra info when requested. I especially like the improv of the tourniquet and sling from field equipment. It was a good use blend of outdoor and indoor learning both of which were useful.
Testimonial from Solange Ponce, Lead Adviser ( Natural England) 26/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was so well designed for both refreshers and first aid newbies with lots of hands on practice. Ross was thorough with the covid measures and everything was properly cleaned before and after use. One of the best things for me was that Ross always had a tip or alternative way to approach something if you struggled - he made it as easy as possible to achieve the learning which meant I have FINALLY felt confident doing CPR chest compressions, I'd not managed this previous courses so am very happy.
I'd definitely recommend this course to colleagues and will be back in 3 years for another refresher!
Testimonial from Mary Elizabeth Berry, Lead Adviser, Natural England 25/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross Wallace is an excellent instructor who brought his passion for first aid to the course and made it really enjoyable as well as informative. It was a well structured course mixing listening sessions with practical scenarios to test our knowledge and first aid problem solving. After completing the 2 days I feel much more prepared to go out on site visits in remote rural areas.
Testimonial from Benita Rose Stacey, Natural England 20/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An amazing course detailing multiple scenarios i will face in my day to day site work. Ross was an amazing teacher full of enthusiasm which was infectious and really allowed us to engage with the material.
Testimonial from Sean Yeganeh, Terrestrial Biodiversity Advisor, Natural England 20/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An enjoyable practical course, both extensive and intensive in scope.
Testimonial from John Graham Worsnop 20/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course leader's style and presentation was engaging and lively, maintaining interest and concentration. The course was well-structured and relevant.
Testimonial from Frederick Gordon Brooks, Practical volunteer, Natural England 19/10/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought the teacher was very clear and understandable and I learnt a lot.
Testimonial from Faye Winder, Designer, Blade and Rosehttp://www.bladeandrose.co.uk 19/10/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant, really enjoyed the course and really useful information.
Testimonial from Emma Wilson, Customer service manager , Blade and Rose ltdhttp://bladeandrose.co.uk 14/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is the second course I have completed with Lakes First aid. I've completed quite a few FA courses over the years and the ones with Lakes First aid are definitely the most enjoyable, and therefore most memorable. The teacher, Luke, is great and makes all of the information easily understandable.
Testimonial from Lee Bassett 08/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course. Ross was a fantastic teacher!
Testimonial from Paul Crocker 07/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an excellent communicator with a deep understanding of what lies behind good first aid practice. The course was enjoyable and entertaining and included many real-life scenarios, hacks, and real-world solutions to common problems. First class. Can't recommend it enough.
Testimonial from David Blyth 06/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke did a fantastic job, his delivery was clear and engaging. I really wasn’t looking forward to attending this course -Luke managed to change my mind on this within the first 30 mins. I actually looked forward to attending the second day (not an easy task).
Testimonial from Fran Ward, Director, C-STEM 04/10/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic and engaging course! I feel that our leaders are now prepared to administer first aid should something go wrong when leading a trip !"- Lancaster University Mountaineering Club
Testimonial from Bertie Purkiss, Lancaster University Mountaineering Clubhttp://lumc.org.uk 29/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, very well delivered, trainer was very knowledgeable and delivered the information in a way that was easy to understand and enjoyable.
Testimonial from Chris Smith, Deputy Manager , New Reflexions http://www.newreflexions.co.uk 28/09/2021 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
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Testimonial from Caitlin Nugent, Lead Practitioner 27/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good variety of learning methods - liked the use of the cards to work out relevance of symptoms too.
Testimonial from Catherine Mowat, Lead Advisor, Natural England 27/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well-paced, informative and interesting course, well thought-through and delivered, in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Hands-on, problem-solving scenarios a great aid in thinking through and applying first aid skills, learning from mistakes and building confidence - enjoyable too.
Testimonial from Amanda Anne Marler 27/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a very good trainer. He did a really good job of refreshing and updating my first aid knowledge. Thank you for an informative and enjoyable couple of days.
Testimonial from Paul Shires, Senior Reserve Manager, Natural England 24/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent - thank you
Testimonial from Nicholas John Stonehouse, Lead Adviser 24/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I came away from this course feeling much more positive about my ability to deal with first aid incidents. It was so refreshing to practice relevant first aid scenarios with the opportunity to think about the additional challenges faced by working in an outdoor setting. Ross provided so many useful tips and hacks, which I'll definitely be putting into practice. All in all a thoroughly enjoyable and very worthwhile two days.
Testimonial from Sasha Pearce, Field Unit Team Leader, Natural England 19/09/2021 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was absolutely lovely and made everyone feel so comfortable
Testimonial from Jessica Norris 19/09/2021 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was absolutely amazing!!!! He covered everything and has an expansive knowledge of First Aid! I found this to be really helpful and will be going back in the future.
Testimonial from Abigail Graham 17/09/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent trainer and made the course very engaging and informative.
Testimonial from Tom Johnston, Johnston Tractors Ltd 15/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great enthusiastic trainer, made the course more engaging and enjoyable
Testimonial from Robert Wilson, Campus Manager, University of Cumbria 15/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great learning and experience
Testimonial from Volker Deecke, Lecturer, University of Cumbria 09/09/2021 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you! It was a really enjoyable, informative and comprehensive course.
Testimonial from Helen Gill, Teacher 09/09/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course, by far the best and most useful I've ever been on
Testimonial from Fiona Miller, Reception Class teacher 05/09/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having attended many First Aid courses over the years, I'm delighted to find one close to where I live which is excellent. Great venue near to Ullswater lake.
Testimonial from Jane Yates, Teacher 31/08/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was exceptionally well organised and delivered very professionally. The days were tailored as much as possible to the needs of the group. It is my 6th outdoor first aid course and one of the best.
Testimonial from Kathryn Pigdon 19/08/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a great teacher, very engaging and knowledgeable. I have done a few first aid courses and this was by far the best and I’ve actually left the course feeling confident and aware. Was expecting a long boring day but actually had a great day and it was really interesting and fun. Thanks so much!
Testimonial from Rebecca Wallis, Birth Doula 05/08/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was extremely well thought out and planned. Both Ross and Tanya were both very knowledgeable and confident in their teaching. Always reassuring us and correcting us if anything was not quite right. Overall the course was extremely helpful and has made me more confident to help someone in any way I can in the future!
Testimonial from Marie Stockdale, Catering assistant 05/08/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed this course, it was interesting, informative and easy to follow. Even with Covid-19 it was accessible for everyone and there were measures in place to keep everyone safe whilst still being able to practice the skills needed. Luke was a great trainer, he delivered the course in a way that was easy to follow but also had ways for remembering the information. I would recommend this course to first time First Aiders as well as people who are updating their skills.
Testimonial from Lucy Fuller, Teaching Assistant 05/08/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A fabulous course, well run with engaging instructors.
Testimonial from Matthew Forrest, Head of Year, Ullswater Community College 04/08/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a great course that's delivered in a way that builds and reinforces on knowledge over the two days give confidence in a variety of situations.
Testimonial from Dave Harris-Jones, Partner, Lavercok Law Cottageshttp://www.laverocklawcottages.co.uk 29/07/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross Wallace was an excellent instructor with a very clear teaching technique. Was able to answer every question with depth of knowledge. Inspired the importance of first aid and its ability to save lives in critical situations.
Testimonial from Charlotte Glyn-Woods 28/07/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is an excellent first aid tutor who is engaging and clearly knows his stuff. Lakes First Aid were very organised and have made evertone feel 'covod safe'.
Testimonial from Deb Park 28/07/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was excellent very informative and was presented in a straightforward way not over complicated .
Excellent
Testimonial from Laura Couper 23/07/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Great delivery, good practical sessions and excellent knowledge from Ross!
Testimonial from Amanda Henderson, Assistant head, Brunswick School 20/07/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent Outdoor First Aid course and superb tutor.
Testimonial from Geraldine Fardon, Walk leader 19/07/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was my first ever first aid course and was expecting some of it to be difficult to learn and potentially scary to deliver in a real life situation. Ross made it all easy to understand and I now see that most first aid is simple and practical and I wouldn’t be afraid of helping anyone in need of assistance. He also made the course fun and enjoyable
Testimonial from Amelia Wilson, Business Owner, Amelia Wilson Interiors Ltdhttp://Www.ameliawilsoninteriors.co.uk 10/07/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course engagingly presented
Testimonial from Zoe Elizabeth Quick 01/07/2021 — 'Sports First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A second First Aid course completed with you and again the time flew.
Testimonial from Cath Jones, PE Teacher/HOY, UCC 01/07/2021 — 'Sports First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks Ross. Another really well organised, enjoyable and informative course. Look forward to the next one. Cheers, Marcus
Testimonial from Marcus Castle, Teacher of PE / HOY , Ullswater Community College 30/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid In this current Covid climate I would like to give my thanks to Ross and Tania for making the course such a success. I applaud their hard work, excellent teaching, demonstrating and patience and also their excellent efforts to run such a successful course in such demanding and difficult times. Thank you!
Testimonial from Jeff Fozzard 27/06/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was great as usual even during Covid times.
Testimonial from Natalie Horner, Lower School Leader, Penruddock Primary School 17/06/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a fantastic trainer really engaging and supportive throughout.
Testimonial from Emma Williams, Secondary school teacher. 17/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent tutor, he is very knowledgeable and friendly which put everyone at ease. He was able to adapt parts of the learning accordingly and was very accommodating of my medical conditions, checking continually that I was coping ok and making sure I wasn’t doing too much
Testimonial from Mel Wright, Cub Leader, Scouts 15/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course delivered in a professional manner by a friendly and approachable instructor who made the course fun and enjoyable.
All aspects were covered in detail and practical scenarios were great for engaging and putting into practice what we learnt.
I now feel more prepared and confident to help both myself and others in whatever environment I find myself
Will be renewing this with the same guys in 3 years
Testimonial from Stuart Fleming, painter and decorator 14/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid provided an excellent 2 day outdoor first aid course undertaken with good covid precaution measures.I am confident that all the candidates on this course will be able to respond positively to any incident requiring first aid.
Testimonial from CHRISTOPHER WEBB 14/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good course with lots of links to how to deal with causalities in the outdoors. Luke had lots of real experience in the outdoors which really helped.
Testimonial from Fiona Massey 13/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The practical scenarios have really helped me to become confident in delivering First Aid in the 'real world', which you don't get from other course providers.
Testimonial from Michael Freeman 11/06/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course delivered in an engaging and clear way. Each stage of learning was layered and repeated so knowledge was really well reinforced.
Testimonial from Sarah Penn 10/06/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was delivered very well, I felt engaged the whole time and was very impressed with the trainers (Ross's) knowledge and confidence with his delivery. I felt as if I took in a lot of information as it was so well explained and demonstrated.
Testimonial from Claire Murphy, Office Manager, Westlakes Engineering Ltdhttp://www.westlakes.co.uk 09/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross makes it really clear how to approach situations and gives lots of good memory aids.
Testimonial from Caitlin Pearson, Catchment Officer, West Cumbria Rivers Trust 09/06/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Made a refresher course enjoyable and informative. Organised administration, e learning easily accessed. Trainers excellent.
Testimonial from Greta Ellis, Headteacher, Kirkoswald CE School 05/06/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course as always. Delivered in a very safe manner, taking into account all of the safety measures necessary, yet still being practical and friendly.
Testimonial from Clare Morley, Teacher and Freelance Environmental Tutor 31/05/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The Tutor was very knowledgeable and friendly. He put everyone at ease quickly and told us all the information in easy to understand language. He repeated anything we wanted to go over and he was courteous and ready to answer any other questions. Thank you.
Testimonial from Jocelyn Hattersley, Teaching assistant, Cumbria CChttp://Alston Moor Federation 28/05/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Best First Aid training I have been on.
Testimonial from Kerry Dunbobbin, Deputy Head, James Rennie School 26/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The Covid protocols were excellent, I'd been feeling a bit unsure about how I would react to my first in-person training course since the pandemic broke out but I felt really comfortable and confident that we were doing everything we could to keep each other safe while making the course still useful. Thank you for taking it so seriously and yet making it feel not oppressive - it's a hard balancing act to pull off!
Testimonial from Jessie Binns, Visitor Experience Manager, The National Trust 24/05/2021 — 'CPC Courses' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is up to date with changes in practice and really knows his stuff
Testimonial from Simon McCabe 21/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was fun and interactive, and the instructor was very enthusiastic, helpful and had an extensive knowledge of First Aid. It was definitely worth attending and I am really glad that I learned the things I did, as they are all extremely important if you’re going to be working in the outdoors.
Testimonial from Eloise Harris 21/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I found the course really informative and helpful, especially with the outdoor-based scenarios and kit. Thank you :)
Testimonial from Elizabeth Lole 17/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a very well run course and will rate as one of the best first aid courses I have been on. Well done Ross and Active Aid
Testimonial from Gerard Edwards, Facilities Manager, Trinity School 16/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent and thoroughly enjoyable. I learned so much, thankyou
Testimonial from Steven Armstrong 13/05/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the day!
Testimonial from Tina Carrott, Remedial Orthopaedic Massage Therapist, Mrs Tina Carrott LCSP (Phys) 12/05/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very well delivered
Testimonial from Peter Faulder, Environmental Consultant 11/05/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Well paced course for content and delivery. I felt engaged with subject throughout the day.
Testimonial from Katie Ward, Pastoral Tutor, Trinity School 07/05/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Over all well delivery.
Testimonial from Melissa Steadman, MSA & wraparound cear supervisor 03/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course from Lakes First Aid, as usual. Dynamic, knowledgeable trainer and content delivery, with nice balance of theory, practical and discussion topics. Left feeling renewed confidence in my ability to help a casualty, should I ever need to.
Testimonial from Isabel Berry 01/05/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is the 2nd course I've been on with Lakes 1st Aid and with Luke as a Trainer. His delivery is first class , put across in an easy manner, with a great knowledge of the subject. I highly recommend this course.
Testimonial from Robin Sanderson 30/04/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The Outdoor First Aid 2-day course by Lakes First Aid has a comprehensive and well-thought through syllabus, focused on outdoor leaders, their needs and the potential scenarios with which they may need to deal. Significant value-add came from the course instructor's long-standing involvement with the local mountain rescue team, enabling him to convincingly contextualise the course material and offer authoritative personal insight and perspective. The instructor’s relaxed but informative delivery style was a real boon and made the course an absolute pleasure – just the right touch applied in keeping the lessons to time while making time to discuss individual experiences to aid exploration of the topic. I was impressed by the level of detail evident in the COVID secure procedures under which the course operated. In short, top marks for content, top marks for delivery, top marks for knowledge transfer and top marks for student experience.
Testimonial from Anthony Crook 26/04/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent practical course, giving me more confidence than from any other first aid course I have attended.
Testimonial from Jill Davies, Outdoor Learning Teacher, Clifton Primary School 21/04/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The COVID precautions were well thought out, effective and didn't hinder the course at all.
Testimonial from Sean Bolland 20/04/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have attended a few first aid courses but this was the best by far, the right tone, we got through a lot
Testimonial from Nicholas Jackson 01/04/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid 2nd course I have attended and thoroughly enjoyed both. Ross is very enthusiastic, knowledgeable and answers questions well. Hands on approach allows much more understanding of what may be required in various situations.
Testimonial from Elizabeth Whittaker 31/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid First-aid made easy to understand & remember. Thanks Luke
Testimonial from Richard Blackmore, Guide 31/03/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Big thank you to our instructor for sharing his first-aid knowledge with us,demonstrating skills in an easy-to-understand & copy manner and for answering all our questions.
Testimonial from Katie Vrella 30/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course, thank you Luke!
Graham
Testimonial from Graham Watson 29/03/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well done and I would certainly attend additional courses or recommend to a friend or colleague if given the chance.
Testimonial from Ashley Brewis 28/03/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent, looking forward to doing the 3 year refresher.
Testimonial from Andrew Kale, Account Manager, Heatons Group Limitedhttp://www.heatons.net 27/03/2021 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I would recommend the course to anyone.
You just don't know what incidents you may be faced with each day,so to have this information could be the difference between life and death.
The course information carried out by Ross was delivered in such a way that it put everyone in the group at ease.
Alot more people should attend this course as it gives you the knowledge and confidence to tackle the task in hand.
Testimonial from Ian Harrison, Delivery Driver. 26/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The pace, delivery and the relevance of the content was good, with scenarios put in perspective of the environment I work in the mountains.
Testimonial from Stephen Hall 24/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course and I was very impressed by Ross. I'd be very happy to use Lakes First Aid in the future.
Testimonial from Robert Sunners, Residential Care Worker, New Reflexions 24/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Well done Ross!
Testimonial from Jonathan Ashurst, Residential Care Worker , New Reflexions 12/03/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Very relaxed and friendly course tutor
Testimonial from Sara Stephenson, Teaching assistant , Plumpton School 11/03/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course, a good day
Testimonial from Fiona Houghton, STA 11/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is highly experienced in First Aid and also very practised at teaching it really well - the course was relevant and practical throughout, never condescending, and with no unnecessary anecdotes. Excellent value for money.
Testimonial from Paul Cheshire 09/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Genuinely really enjoyable and informative
Testimonial from Rachel Scott 06/03/2021 — 'Sports First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Just to say thank you for a fab course! It must be a difficult undertaking during COVID, but as an attendee I felt reassured and safe throughout.
Testimonial from Sarah Smith 05/03/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, well run. I actually enjoyed spending my weekend coming away to do training!
Testimonial from Holly Ross 02/03/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is a great provider, our company will be using him again for all first aid courses.
Testimonial from Ryan Bond, Managing Director/Mountain Leader, High BEE Ltdhttp://www.beexpeditions.co.uk 01/03/2021 — 'Forest Schools First Aid ' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an enthusiastic instructor who knows his subject so well. Any questions we had he was able to answer straight away. He had nice handy tips to help us when we are in difficult situations. I really enjoyed this course and in 3 years time, I will be booking with this company and hopefully Ross.
Testimonial from Karin Kingshott, Larksfoot Woodland Childcare 01/03/2021 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an enthusiastic instructor who knows his subject so well. Any questions we had he was able to answer straight away. He had nice handy tips to help us when we are in difficult situations. I really enjoyed this course and in 3 years time, I will be booking with this company and hopefully Ross.
Testimonial from Karin Kingshott, Larksfoot Woodland Childcare 25/02/2021 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thorough content, excellently delivered, relaxed and friendly atmosphere
Testimonial from Alison Tallontire, Finance admin, Solway community school 12/02/2021 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross tailors his course to meet the needs of the participants, employer and makes it relevant to the venue. Always a superb learning journey.
Another great course, thanks Ross.
Tim
Testimonial from Tim Taylor, Manager, Patterdale Hallhttp://www.patterdalehall.org.uk 16/12/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I wondered about the plastic bags and stuff inside in terms of the covid security - I might have just missed Luke saying it had been left for 72 hours to avoid transmission.
Testimonial from Christine Goulding 10/12/2020 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Course was very informative. Ross is very knowledgeable and is a very good trainer. All of the role play scenarios were very helpful.
Testimonial from Rachel McBurnie 10/12/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Unfortunately we did the course inside it would’ve been nicer to do it outside in the environment like a forest where we were doing forestry first-aid other than that course was great
Testimonial from Christopher Murphy 10/12/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The tutor explained very well in good detail broke down each section through out the course step by step how things work highly recommend to other organisations
Testimonial from John Nickson, Ground maintenance operative, Community gateway 27/11/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I wouold strongly recommend the experience I have had to anyone working in the outdoors. For those new to first aid it will build a great dealm of confidence. For those renewing a first aid qualification, the style, progression and detail enables review and revision of knowledge and practice very effectively.
Testimonial from David Barham, Managing Director - Outdoor Education Consultant, Dave Barham Consultancy Ltdhttp://www.davebarham.info 25/11/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a fantastic trainer. Information was clear and well presented both theory and practical. I was quite anxious about day 2 but came away felling very empowered and confident. Thank you!
Testimonial from Julie Barham 19/11/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was great.
Testimonial from Sam Blenkinsop, Receptionist , Askham Hall 16/11/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course. I'll certainly be happy to rebook.
Testimonial from STEPHEN LEE, Director, STEPHEN LEE ASSOCS 16/11/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, really enjoyed it.
Testimonial from Jamie Lawler 05/11/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross the trainer made the day enjoyable and informative - and i didn't fall asleep once!
Testimonial from Christopher Robson 04/11/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Definitely the best first-aid course I've attended. It was clear, well structured and well delivered, covering all the crucial aspects of emergency first-aid. The step-by-step protocols and handy acronyms were really helpful and these were reinforced by the simulated scenarios, which challenged us to apply the skills we had learned in a more realistic and variable environment. There were also lots of really useful insights, 'myth-busters' and other tips specific to the outdoor setting. Ross was upbeat and approachable, extremely knowledgeable and great at responding to questions. While I hope never to have to use the things we learned, the course left me feeling far more confident. Thank you!
Testimonial from Natalie Simpsom, Senior Editor, Cicerone Press 23/10/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Helpful and learned new things as well as revising on all the previous courses; despite being significantly older, felt included.
Please would you kindly change my name to Mrs Valerie E Stewart Howard and if possible issue a replacement certificate in my married name. The latter is not desperately important! I have the facilities to download it if you change it.
Testimonial from Valerie Stewart Howard, Podiatrist, Footworks Podiatry Clinic 21/10/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really good 2 day first aid course. Good content, great friendly trainer and great location and facilities. Thanks!
Dave Sharpe IFMGA Mountain Guide.
Testimonial from Dave Sharpe 19/10/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Informal, professional and well adapted for Covid
Testimonial from Alun Lewis 07/10/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I wouldn't go anywhere else for my 1st Aid Course
Testimonial from Martin D Barratt, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust 05/10/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent facilitator!
Testimonial from Korin Mai 03/10/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you Luke
Testimonial from Dave Horn 30/09/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was well adapted to circumstances regarding covid whilst still being hands on,informative and engaging.
Testimonial from Jamie Norris, RCW 28/09/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid As always an enjoyable training day from Ross, his method of training makes it easy to understand and retain the information given. This was the first time some of our Hospice at Home Carlisle and North Lakeland Fundraising Team had
received this training and all agreed excellent training had been given.
Testimonial from Julie Blundell, Head of Income Generation and Marketing , Hospice At Home Carlisle and North Lakelandhttp://www.hospiceathome.co.uk 25/09/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid excellent course, would definitely recommend
Testimonial from Sarah Bennett 13/09/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very pleasant well run course.
Testimonial from Samuel Gay, Samuel Gay 07/09/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Mike Pigott 09/08/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A superb and informative course about outdoor first aid. The practical scenarios help embed the theory and the actions to be practised and built upon each time.
Ross is really good at explaining how first aid can be applied in the outdoors and tailored the information provided to the activities undertaken by the members of the group.
The course is hard work but relaxed and at no point do you feel silly if you say something that isn't correct. During the scenarios the first aider and the casualty can work together as the main goal is to improve everyone's first aid knowledge. I am looking forward to renewing in three years!
Testimonial from Jennifer Palmer 06/08/2020 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very well designed and given to the participants. Ross the instructor was great, he made it fun and easily assessable for everyone. I also liked the terms he used within the course, which will help me to remember those parts.
Testimonial from Kirsty Lowry 06/08/2020 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid My trainer Ross did a very good job, considering the difficulty that covid has created. Ross was friendly, knowledgeable and always able to answer my (many) questions. His obvious passion for this subject is infectious. Thank you Lakes First Aid!
Testimonial from Holly Mills 05/08/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was an excellent course that I have already recommended to others. It represents extremely good value for money. It provided training not only beyond what I'd expected but also more that I had hoped for. It is very hands-on and the outdoor element scenarios of the training really help to boost confidence as well as 'keeping it real'. I'd readily endorse this course to others. Such important life skills for everyone. Massive thanks to Ross and his organising team.
Testimonial from John Moore 05/08/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the two days, slept really well having had fun as well as learning. Ross worked hard as the trainer and kept my interested from 9 am until 5.30pm,. Taking some of the practice outside was different from other courses I have done and added a touch of reality to role play, it even rained on us briefly. I came home with lots of helpful ideas such as phone apps and improving my own first aid kit. Thankyou Ross and team for providing great training under challenging Covid 19 rules for safety.
Testimonial from Marie Wray 05/08/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Liked that I had time to ask questions specifically relevant to my circumstances
Testimonial from Ellen Clements, Senior grants officer, Cumbria Community Foundation 04/08/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I have attended many First Aid courses by a variety of training providers both in the UK and overseas. Lakes First Aid is the training I will remember for all the right reasons and have already recommended to others. Well done Ross and his team for all the hard work that obviously goes into setting up such a training day, especially with the additional COVID planning required. Many thanks.
Testimonial from Blanche Tiffin, Massage Therapisthttps://cumbriamobilemassage.com 03/08/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent and enjoyable course in a nice location. I especially liked its pragmatic focus based on what works, what the the up-to-date guidance says and what a first aider can remember/do. Ross delivered the course in an excellent mannner.
Definitely consider coming back to Lakes First Aid in 3 years time!
Tim
Testimonial from Timothy Palmer 01/08/2020 — 'Sports First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Just completed my Emergency First Aid for Sport training with Lakes First Aid. Ross was an excellent trainer, being both knowledgeable and engaging in his presentation of both the theory and the practical elements.
As a Sports Therapist, I have attended a few First Aid courses over the years but I felt this was by far the most enjoyable. I would have no hesitation to recommend Lakes First Aid to my colleagues and friends.
Testimonial from Edmund Clark, Sports Rehabilitation Therapist , Ed Clark Sports Therapyhttp://edclark.co.uk 19/07/2020 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The way Ross delivered the course made me feel at ease. He was very thorough through out the course, which in turn will help me remember the information. Also enjoyed the outdoor scenarios.
Testimonial from Mary King, childminder 19/07/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid delivers an excellent and thorough coverage of the 16 hour first aid certificate. I have held an up to date first aid certificate for over 40 years and experienced many different courses and am convinced Ross is an excellent, diligent trainer and the course is suitable whether it is as a first time or a repeat. Thank you
Testimonial from Catherine Pearce 31/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done my last three first aid courses with Lakes First Aid. They cover a good range of topics but keep it relevant and concise. There is lots of practical and not too much being talked at! Also great cake :)
Testimonial from Emma Cooper, Sports therapist, Emma Cooper Sports massagehttp://www.emma-cooper.com 19/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for an amazing 2 days. Looking forward to my next course and furthering my skills. I found the course interesting, informative, and fun.
Testimonial from Julie Tarring 17/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I'm glad I attended the course, both instructors where very informative, approachable & energetic...
The course was better than I expected, breaking every subject down, working through each step.
I highly recommend Lakes First Aid for anyone thinking of attending a first aid course
Testimonial from Steve Ansell 17/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross and Luke delivered this course in a relaxed but very informative style. I particularly liked the way in which they introduced the first element of the DRSABCDE acronym and worked through, one element at a time with scenarios, until we were confident to approach a casualty and work our way through from D to E. This was a really good course and I would not hesitate to recommend it to others.
Testimonial from Sean Adams 17/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Best first aid course I've attended and I've been on a few :-)
Testimonial from Anne Woods 14/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very enjoyable day, learnt lots
Testimonial from Anne Noble, Domestic Engineer!!, N/A 12/03/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was really knowledgeable & kept the group interested throughout the day. A practical approach to learning the skills was helpful for people doing the course for the first time & refreshers. I would highly recommend Lakes First Aid.
Testimonial from Thomas Garner, Manager, Fjell Event Tipishttp://fjelleventtipis.co.uk 11/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fabulous course
Testimonial from Julie Tomkinson, Bassenthwaite Yacht Club 11/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Best ever. Thanks ross
Testimonial from David Corrie 08/03/2020 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you Westnewton Pre-school have all updated their training with you
Testimonial from Susan Shardlow, Pre-school Leader, Westnewton Pre-school, St. Matthews C of E School http://www.stmatthews.cumbria.sch.uk 08/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Our trainer Ross put first aid
Across really well without over complicating the subject. One of the best first aid courses I've attended!
Testimonial from Brian James, Cycling guide , SADDLE SKEDADDLE 08/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was very good not like some were its hard to stay awake
Testimonial from Peter Eagan, Free lance Cycle Guide, My employers company Saddle Skedaddle 07/03/2020 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent all round. Knowledgeable and experienced trainer. Great approach to teaching, happy to answer questions. Practical and useful skills learned in a relaxed environment and all topics thoroughly covered.
Testimonial from Alice Birchall 07/03/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid High recommended - a great course, I will definitely do my next certificate with this training company.
Testimonial from Lindsay Armstrong, Yoga teacher 04/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Cakes/cookies were great.
Testimonial from Dan Armstrong, Training manager, Montane 02/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well presented, enjoyable course in a good location. Every course I attend seems to make things simpler and easier, which is great.
Testimonial from Stuart Watson 01/03/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Rory Murphy 29/02/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. Ross made everything easy to follow and enjoyable. I feel silly for not learning this stuff years ago.
Testimonial from Paul Ferrie 27/02/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent trainer - very enthusiastic!
Testimonial from Sophie Baker, Marketing, Wiltshire Farm Foods 17/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, many thanks.
Testimonial from David Kim Parry 17/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I will be booking again as soon as I need to renew, and will recommend this course to my friends.
Testimonial from Gwyneth Elizabeth Parry, Director of Adventure Activities, SEDBERGH SCHOOL 14/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The trainer started with the fundamentals of first aid, giving us plenty of time to practice primary surveys in the outdoors, before building up our knowledge and skills from there. No previous knowledge was assumed.
On the softer side, it was also lovely to be provided with such great coffee, tea, biscuits and cake ... and to have a warm hall to retreat to during the wild winter weather!
Testimonial from Nicola Carter, Mountain Leader & Rock Climbing Instructor, Nicola CarterLink to student's website 12/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A bit cold outside at times however this allowed us to simulate real life experiences which was valuable.
Testimonial from Peter Sowerby 07/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Anyone who works in remote locations should consider whether they could manage an emergency and this course gives you the knowledge and confidence to be able to help. The attention to learning and reflection make this a very good course.
Testimonial from Kerry Rennie, Lead Adviser, Coastal Access, Natural England 02/02/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Quite simply the best first aid course I've ever been on. Ross's time working in outdoor rescue meant that he has a level of personal practical experience that is rare in the sector and this came across in the design and delivery of the course. The inclusion of well thought through role playing exercises that gradually grew in complexity whilst reinforcing the key learning outcomes was really useful and meant that I left the two days feeling confident in my ability to handle a real-world situation if one ever arises.
Testimonial from Richard Waller, Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography, Keele UniversityLink to student's website 27/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great Trainer, Luke, very engaging and knowledgable. One of the better first aid courses I've attended, thank you
Testimonial from Mark Quest 23/01/2020 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, I would highly recommend it to anyone. It was definitely the best first aid course I have attended to date.
Testimonial from Rebecca Glasson, Horse riding instructor. 22/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course good instructor very informative
Testimonial from Keith Pearce 22/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As well as being very practical the course included update to date information and it was easy to link the training to situations I may be in over the next three years.
Testimonial from John Murray 22/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good realistic practical activities to embed knowledge
Testimonial from Rachel Boyes 20/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a good course: it was informative and presented in a relaxed and friendly way by experienced trainers. Thank you
Testimonial from Howard Long, Companion Planters CIC 18/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Most enjoyable and useful first aid course that I have attended to date.
Testimonial from Stuart Egan, Senior Lecturer in Geology, Keele Universityhttps://www.keele.ac.uk/gge/ 14/01/2020 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks for a great course, learned more up to date stuff and a good insight on what an experienced and active MR person thinks and practises on First Aid in the outdoors.
Testimonial from Kevin O'Neale 13/01/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Came out of this course feeling more confident and that I probably could cope if I had to!
Testimonial from Mary Davidson, Office administrator, Stoneraise School 10/01/2020 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Big thank you to Ross on a very enjoyable and informative first aid course would definitely recommend to anyone or any firm needing to get to grips with practical first aid skills.
Testimonial from Nicky Curry, Director, foreman, I J curry & Son Ltd buildershttp://I J curry builders.Co. Uk 19/12/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I would strongly recommend this course, and this trainer to other people.
Testimonial from Nicholas Rhys, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust Ullswater Centre 16/12/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well paced and relaxed course which covered all I needed to know. Thoroughly enjoyed updating my skills
Testimonial from Donald McCutcheon, Deputy District Commissioner, Reivers District Scout Councilhttp://Nil 06/12/2019 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well delivered and excellent teaching. Interesting and practical, it didn't feel like you were just sitting in a classroom for 2 days. I would definitely recommend and use Lakes first aid again.
Testimonial from Lisa Nelson, Early years practitioner , Ivegill Nursery 05/12/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Awesome first aid course!
it Covered all the important bits and made it more realistic with its approach to 'carpet casualties'
Testimonial from Philip Brooks 04/12/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I would highly recommend Lakes First Aid. The course was very practical and presented in a very engaging way.
Testimonial from Jonathan Abbatt 28/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid What an excellent course, would higly recommend it.
Testimonial from Sally Wilson 27/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I actually needed to revalidate my FAAW certificate and was accommodated by lakes first aid when they put me on their outdoor first aid course then gave me my exam for FAAW. This gave me what I needed an an extra insight and valuable experience in outside work as well as my qualification. Keep up the good work!
Testimonial from Joseph Dias, Artist, Diasfineart 27/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done many outdoor first aid courses over the years but I thought this one was excellent; a thoroughly engaging and enjoyable two days.
Testimonial from Martin Spooner, Teacher / outdoor practitioner , Hunter Hall School 24/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An ace course delivered with pace and enthusiasm from start to finish. Ross delivery is entertaining and enlightening giving good "real world" solutions to events that you hopefully will never come across. Just brilliant from start to finish.
Testimonial from Stuart Mason, Teacher 23/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course is full of great teaching and hands on practice. It was made relevant to the outdoor setting in which I work which is amazing. Ross who took my course was enthusiastic and knowledgeable about first aid which made for a very enjoyable 2 days.
Testimonial from Rebekah Morgan 21/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thoroughly enjoyed the course, felt confident empowered to have a go if the opportunity arises.
Testimonial from Julie Matthews, Head teacher, DESC 20/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid By far the best course I have been on, and I have been on quite a few. Much more realistic, with time to try out different scenarios in the outdoors, not on a carpet.
Testimonial from Will Nelson, Headteacher, Jurby Community School 19/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed this practical course very much, it makes learning for me much easier. Looking forward to doing more courses.
Testimonial from Alex Warrilow 18/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course. Great structure, well presented and with meaningful activities and interaction - genuinely feel better equipped to deal with outdoor first aid situations. All that and a naturally gifted presenter.
Testimonial from Andy Wells 17/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course for those working in outdoor environments. Taught by knowledgeable, friendly trainers that can make the content interactive and interesting.
Testimonial from Matthew Stapley, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust Ullswater Centre 15/11/2019 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I can thoroughly recommend Luke Armatage and the Active Aid First Aid at Work course.
Luke is extremely knowledgeable.
Luke moulded the course to the group he had in front of him making it relevant to the type of work we do which made it very easy to take in.
He taught us in a very informal "easy to learn" way and the two days just flew by.
Testimonial from Valerie Edmondson, Ranger, LDNPA 14/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an awesome trainer and I fully recommend him to anyone who wants to get better at first aid
Testimonial from Mark Tompkins, Instructor , Rock UKhttp://Rock UK 07/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought it was an excellent course, easily accessible and informative. The trainer made it easy for us to remember the content and it was laid out in a relaxed and enjoyable experiential programme.
Testimonial from Jamie McPhie, Senior lecturer, University of Cumbria 04/11/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The shoelace tying advice has proved invaluable.
Testimonial from Karl Mather, International Mountain Leader 31/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course with lots of outdoor scenarios where we got to practice in 'real time' on our casualties. Luke, the trainer, helped us think about how we could improve after each scenario as well as offering us individual feedback and tips to help develop our skills. Great humour throughout and easy to understand. Highly recommended. Thanks!
Testimonial from Ross Wallacehttp://www.reachbeyondadventure.co.uk 31/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course and very knowledgable instructor.
Covered everything that is needed for first aid in the outdoors.
Brilliant.
Thanks to Luke and Ross for their time and effort in putting together a most enjoyable course.
Testimonial from John Abbott 21/10/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid another excellent first aid course
Testimonial from Tracey Cooke, Outreach worker, the Methodist Church 16/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good course, would definitely do a course with Luke again
Testimonial from Tess Witheridge 14/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid thoroughly enjoyed the training and the presenters style - feel like it was one of the best first aid courses I have attended and learned several new '1st Aid Hacks' that I am sure I wont forget
Testimonial from Lesley Barton, Lead Adviser, NE 14/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid One of the best first aid courses I have attended.
Testimonial from Andrew Kearney, Instructor and Club Chair., Oval Ski Clubhttp://www.ovalskiclub.com 11/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid nice approach, to promote clear learning and priorities, also to clarify old myths
Testimonial from Des Kay, CSFO, NE 11/10/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As a field ecologist this was the perfect outdoor first aid course for my requirements and I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for a practical course geared for those working in remote locations in the UK. The trainer was very knowledgeable and presented the information in a clear and engaging way that has left me feeling confident to administer first aid if necessary.
Testimonial from Esther Pawley 04/10/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great day! Very enjoyable whilst learning valuable skills
Testimonial from Kimberley Gate, Receptionist , Low briery 01/10/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very encouraging an enthusiastic
Testimonial from Peter Moorhead 27/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very knowledgeable kept it simple to increase our own confidence
Testimonial from Gareth Donaldson, Teacher 16/09/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great, detailed course. Would really recommend. Very hands on and practical. Broke things down into small nuggets of information so they didnt feel overwhelming. Lots of practicing and situational tasks.
Testimonial from Josie Carding, Owner, Dens, Daisies and Discoveries Forest School 15/09/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was clear, consise and included plenty of practical scenarios.
Testimonial from Chris Waters 13/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I enjoyed this first aid course (which is probably the first one I've enjoyed), the teaching was simple and easy to understand. The practical was explained beforehand and done in a way that I didn't feel on show but the tutor was on hand to ask any questions and help if needed.
I came away far more confident in my abilities due to the way the course was taught. And because the right amount of information was given with ways to remember it, I don't think I will forget the training so when I have to use it, I will remember what I need to do.
(And it was really nice to go on a course where no horror stories were told, we were just simply taught to do first aid.)
Massive thank you!
Testimonial from Joelle Raby, Youth leader 12/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid great course, very informative - Luke was excellent!
Testimonial from Alistair Nicholson 11/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This course offered a straight forward and logical approach to basic first aid which was informative and practical in a relaxed and digestible way.
Testimonial from Lynn Graham 11/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I liked the no stories rule, as with previous courses elsewhere they can become a little tedious.
Testimonial from Luke Coward, Project Manager, Bell Access and Engineering Ltdhttp://www.bell-access.com 10/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was brilliant in his delivery of the course! Truly the best First Aid training that I have had in years!
Testimonial from Sarah Kirkbride, Deputy head teacher , Cumbria Academy for Autism 04/09/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
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Testimonial from Sam Coombes, Highways operative, Kier 17/07/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have been doing first aid training for over 23 years annually and also have completed three previous REC courses, this was by far the most impressive and progressive approach I’ve experienced. First aid can be a lot of this and that... however this was simple, straight and manageable.
I really enjoyed it, the trainer was knowledgeable and approachable.... I’ve already recommended it to my pal within 2 hours of driving away.
Testimonial from Lee Magowan, Army Officer, LEAD UK Outdoors 17/07/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is a great course to get you thinking about scenarios. The content is kept simple - in a good way - easier to remember when the real thing happens. Luke was knowledgable, happy to discuss queries but also kept things moving.
Testimonial from Jo Gruchy 09/07/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Course was excellent,
I have now completed at least Outdoor First Aid courses which I rarely enjoy.
This course however was fantastically delivered with he right level of repetition, practical, discussion, reflection, seriousness and humour which is a complex mix to deliver.
Very impressed,
Thank you,
Danny
Testimonial from Daniel Gee, Deputy Head, Beacon Hill Community School 30/06/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I found this actually enjoyable whereas often First Aid courses are just a bit dull and repetitive.
Testimonial from Sarah Rawlings 27/06/2019 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent! I would 100% recommend Lake First Aid without any hesitation
Testimonial from Susan Houghton, Deputy Principal, Stagecoach Theatre Arts 18/06/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very enjoyable and informative course that was delivered with humour, confidence and an obvious depth of knowledge.
Testimonial from Martin Brammer 17/06/2019 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, brilliant trainer cant recommend him enough. Best first aid course I have taken part in.
Testimonial from Matthew Healey, Director, Metcalfe Plant Hire 17/06/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was excellent - the perspective of a member of a mountain rescue team gave real relevance to outdoor first aid
Testimonial from Cal MacLennan 17/06/2019 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Good course, trainer brilliant
Testimonial from Paul Allison, Foreman, metcalfe plant hire 09/06/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good instructor
Testimonial from Will Hunter 08/06/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great first aider instructor and good humour
Testimonial from Andrew Bush, University of Cumbria 24/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was an excellent course with lots of practical scenarios to have a go at. Thank you.
Testimonial from Nicola Estill, Community Engagement Officer, Friends of the Lake District 23/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you! I know how much effort goes into these sorts of courses but it was very much appreciated! I also very much appreciated the flexibility in squeezing me onto the course! That has been unbelievably helpful to me!
Testimonial from Morris Rodham, Manager, MJ-Enterprises 17/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great one day course, excellent delivery.
Testimonial from Claire Wickham 15/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a superb trainer who uses effective coaching techniques to deliver high-end practical learning of key skills. A great weekend!
Testimonial from Richard Woodhouse 13/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed this course as it allowed me to gain the knowledge that is required to become a first aider, I would recommend it to anyone who is wanting to do a first aid course.
Testimonial from Andrew Johnson 10/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
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Testimonial from Haydn Bennett, HSQE, Robert Energy 07/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid First aid presented in a fun and engaging, interactive way with a genuinely knowledgeable trainer who clearly loves the subject and teaching others.
Testimonial from Sharon Kennedy 01/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I genuinely thought this course was fantastic, Ross was lovely and very helpful and knowledgeable! Learned loads and feel enabled and confident in first aid.
Testimonial from Matthew Pawson 01/05/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very enjoyable, informative, practical course
Testimonial from Mark Watson 28/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A really well constructed course with an excellent trainer. Information was presented clearly and I learned a lot.
Testimonial from Christopher Hurford, Student 27/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid probably the best outdoor first aid we have done... and this was the 5th.
Testimonial from John Crooks, Rock Antics Middlesborough Ltd 25/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid There is a lot to cover in the 2 days
Testimonial from Sue Thurley 19/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The last course I went on the trainer never stopped ranting on about accidents he had experienced. I was very pleased that at the start this Ross said 'no stories' Even if that was sometimes hard to keep to for me as I do rather rabbit on!!
Testimonial from Alvina Labsvirshttp://www.reasonstogonorth.com 17/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It is abundantly clear that Ross is an excellent instructor who put across the course content in a fun way and was clearly able to engage with his student base. What I did like was how the theory element was immediately & seamlessly backed up by realistic practical scenarios. In summary it was a refreshing change to be taught by somebody who clearly knew their subject and more importantly was passionate about it too.
Testimonial from Dave Walshhttp://www.masarnenramblers.com 17/04/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. An excellent refresher - good to learn new stuff specifically about tourniquets
Testimonial from Philip Williamson, Senior Operations Co-ordinator, The Outward Bound Trust Ullswater Centre 29/03/2019 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross ran a Level 3 First Aid at Work course at Energi Trampoline Park in Carlisle for us over the last 3 days.
I have dealt with many first aid providers over the years and Ross was absolutely fantastic. He made the course enjoyable, extremely informative and very practical with lots of hands on learning.
He quickly assessed that our group responded brilliantly to visual aids and practical learning and adapted his teaching style to suit our group perfectly. Ross provided a great insight in to the responsibilities of a 'First Aider' and debunked an awful lot of 'First Aid myths' doing the rounds on Social Media which helped our staff fantastically.
The wealth of experience Ross has in his industry is fascinating to learn from and certainly stimulated our staff to go above and beyond the 'usual remit' of learning and question asking expected from a 3 day First Aid Course.
In a world where H&S has gone mad, Ross made the whole experience enjoyable, understandable and bearable with his demeanour and teaching style and is a credit to the industry.
All the best,
Steve Jeffery
General Manager
Energi Trampoline Parks Preston & Carlisle
Testimonial from Steve Jeffery, General Manager, Energie Grouphttp://www.energiparks.co.uk 28/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Trainer (Luke) very good. Loads of experience and always able to help and answer questions.
Testimonial from Christine Kiddier 28/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great 2 days, I felt like I left with a much clearer understanding of what to do and why to do it
Testimonial from Joe Reid, Instructor, Outward Bound Trust Ullswater Centre 27/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course which covered all the essentials for our work. Ross was obviously a very experienced trainer; he had lots of energy and enthusiasm for the subject but maintained sharp focus to ensure we covered a lot of ground. No time was wasted. I am happy that Eden Rivers Trust staff have completed this training and would certainly recommend the course to others.
Testimonial from Elizabeth Radford, Chief Executive, Eden RIvers Trusthttp://www.edenriverstrust.org.uk 27/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Alasdair Brock, Head of Conservation, Eden Rivers Trusthttp://www.edenriverstrust.org 27/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Trainer was excellent. Very enthusiastic and knowledgeable.
Testimonial from Lev Dahl, River Restoration Manager, Eden Rivers Trust 20/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great mix between classroom and scenarios
Testimonial from Lucy Dunn, Education and Marketing Coordinator, Lake District Wildlife Park 19/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great delivery. Nice to have fresh coffee and home baking. A nice little lift from the breaks. Thanks
Testimonial from Paul Vousden, Director, Mapdec Cycle Workshttp://www.mapdec.com 13/03/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent session delivered by Luke from Lakes First Aid.
Really informal and relaxed session, with lots of interaction and a focus on actually practicing the skills being taught to build confidence.
My First Aid knowledge was a bit patchy and, it turns out, a bit out of date, so I now feel much more confident that I could handle an emergency situation if it arose.
I definitely hope to keep up to date with a course like this, because I think it's an invaluable skill to have.
Testimonial from Dominic Farrell 13/03/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The room at this venue is not big enough to allow for practical learning. It was very old and the heating was inadequate. The course tutor Luke was very good and delivered an informative training day which he delivered in an easy way to learn and remember.
Testimonial from Helen Farish 09/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was excellent and Ross was a great instructor, full of energy and really brought the course to life.
Overall it was both educational, but fun and interesting too. Many thanks, Leigh
Testimonial from Leigh Gill, Autism Practioner, The Triple A Projecthttp://tripleaproject.org.uk/ 03/03/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It's the 2nd time I've done the course, with 2 different instructors. Both were great. I would highly recommend. The care and time into teaching and accommodating individual needs was second to none.
Testimonial from Kimberley Sherris 01/03/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent delivery of the course. Would recommend to other agencies.
Testimonial from Mary White, Head of Year 7 28/02/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Would recommend to anyone for ease of understanding, content and methods given to enable me to retain knowledge
Testimonial from Lesley Hilland, Office Manager/Exams Officer/Cover Managerhttp://www.sjchs.uk 28/02/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Website seemed to imply that you had to do the 1 day Outdoors course before you could do the two day Outdoors course
Testimonial from Alistair Ramsay 28/02/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was one of the best first aid courses I have ever attended. Even though it's a course that a lot of people normally need to have. It didn't feel like a drag to attend. It was superbly enjoyable to attend. Learning should be fun. It was really helpful being taught how to think and not what to think. Because first aid in the outdoors will never always be the same situation.
Testimonial from Stefanie Sim, Instructor, Rock UK Adventure Centres Ltd 27/02/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course - thank you
Testimonial from David Phillips 25/02/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thankyou! This was by far the most enjoyable first aid course I have ever been on! There was more info in a clear understandable and fun way.
Testimonial from Elizabeth Antins 14/02/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A well delivered course, covering all aspects of first aid and delivered in a way which made sense and easy to remember
Testimonial from Rachel Woodward, teacher 13/02/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross' enthusiasm knows no limits!
Testimonial from Nick Smith, Site Manager, Cooke Aquaculture Freshwater 10/02/2019 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks to Luke the course was delivered in a friendly informal manner but this in no way detracted from the seriousness of the subject. The content and delivery was pitched at just the right level which kept us interested, sometimes amused and informed for the 2 days.
Testimonial from Julie Palmer, Admin/Teaching assistant , Kirkby Thore School 31/01/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross Wallace is an excellent trainer, he puts you at ease and does not over complicate things. His explanation of first aid was to the point, and using scenarios made it much easier to visualise how you could deal with an incident.
Testimonial from Alison Barnes, DofE Awards' Coordinator, Ardwhallin Outdoor Pursuit Centrehttp://www.ardwhallan.im 23/01/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Amazing trainer, knowledgeable and consistent throughout. Lovely cakes and biscuits throughout the programme. I highly recommend this company for all of your first aid training requirements.
Testimonial from Tim Taylor, Manager, Patterdale Hall 20/01/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Easily the most engaging first aid course i have ever attended
Testimonial from Nicholas Roaf, Student 18/01/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good course, well run, friendly instructor and course layout was good.
Testimonial from Joe Oliver 18/01/2019 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very thankful that you were able to incorporate the +F portion into this course. Thank you very much, really useful.
Testimonial from Joe Oliver 09/01/2019 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a superb trainer. Very clear, lots of experience and relevant discussion.
Better if:
1. Mobiles in Silent Mode throughout with no beeping etc, including trainer's.
2. it was held in a tidier venue, the venue was fine and room was suitable and quiet, but had lots of junk stored in it and this clutter made it not really fit for purpose for rental to business. Rooms at Impact Centre in Penrith for example are smart and tidy for rental.
The room though was much better than Parish Rooms which have acoustic issues and noise from other rooms/activities.
3. if it had finished by 4.30pm as advised.
4. More space in these tiny review boxes to write in.
Testimonial from Andrew Northcott, Project Manager, Cumbria Action for Sustainabilityhttp://www.cafs.org.uk 19/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I Liked Luke's style and the course was well designed to keep you interested.I felt well informed and practiced at the end of the course.
Testimonial from Frank McGrath 11/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really well structured course and excellent trainer.
Testimonial from James McGarley 11/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best first aid course I have been on in a long time!
Testimonial from Christopher Ridgers 11/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best First Aid courses I have done. Makes a fairly boring topic, interesting & useful.
Testimonial from Tim Mather 10/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really well delivered course, thanks.
Testimonial from Alistair Guthrie 09/12/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
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Testimonial from Duncan Riley 22/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very informative and useful course. Ross was an excellent communicator with a vast amount of knowledge and experience and made it very enjoyable. Thanks
Testimonial from Mike Prior, MD, Mannanin Electrical Ltd 20/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was excellent, out everyone at ease, kept it fun and maintained energy throughout the two days.
Testimonial from Graham Makepeace-Warne, Marketing & Membership Manager, Manx Wildlife Trusthttp://Www.manxwt.org.uk 18/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The outdoor first aid training I received from Ross at Lakes First-aid was phenomenal. I have never before taken a course which so thoroughly covered different scenarios and instilled confidence in its trainees. I have come away from the course certain that I could help save someone's life in a difficult situation.
Testimonial from Magdalena Jennings 16/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed this Outdooor First Aid course, and Ross our instructor was brilliant at delivering the content in an enhancing and relevant style, giving me new confidence should the need arise to provide aid.
Testimonial from Benjamin Puddicombe, Activity Instructor, Rock UK Adventure Centres Ltdhttps://rockuk.org 14/11/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Course was really good and allowed lots of practice. More so than other courses I've done previously. Content was clear concise and easy to remember.
Testimonial from Robert Sapsed 12/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A refresher specific course would be great - aimed at those who have already done a lot of courses but need to be brought up to date and reminded of the basics.
Testimonial from Sarah Kekus, Nutritional Therapist and Yoga Teacher, The Health Architecthttp://www.thehealtharchitect.co.uk 08/11/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, which covered everything an outdoor first aider would need, with realistic scenario, "first aid hacks" and a problem solving ethos.
Testimonial from Callum Berry 07/11/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was very attentive and explained everything even with every question to a different senario he had the answer which was very good to know learnt a lot of things I never ever knew overall was a intesting course.
Testimonial from Jessica Riseley, Front of house manager , Sk Mackenzie LTD 17/10/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course!
Testimonial from Peter Wain 15/10/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lots of useful tips as well as good first aid instruction. I have downloaded O S locate onto my phone as a result.
Testimonial from Jill Jones, Reserve Administrator, RSPB Geltsdale 12/10/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent first aid course that kept things simple allowing me to feel confident in knowing the basics. Enthusiasm of the trainer was infectious - I will go home and practice. I would feel happier if everyone I met on the fells had attended this course!
Testimonial from Jen Selvidge, Warden, RSPB 10/10/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. Will look to book again in 3 years and be glad to recommend to everyone who needs a first aid certificate. Thank you
Testimonial from David Gracie, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust Ullswater Centrehttp://outwardbound.org.uk 10/10/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke ran a great course. Informative, hands-on and pragmatic.
Testimonial from Jonathan Lawson, Rope access technician 26/09/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed it - thank you
Testimonial from Alison M Riley 20/09/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I feel much more confident in my work environment after taking part in this course and would highly reccomend that anybody who either works, or enjoys outdoor activities also gets qualified in emergency first aid!
Testimonial from Jasmine Maschotta, Tree planter , Jah Forestry 20/09/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course with a very experienced and knowledgeable trainer. I would recommend this course to everyone. You never know when you might need First Aid for Family, Friends, Colleagues or passers by. It might just save someones life.
Testimonial from Pauline Berry, NHS Cumbria 17/09/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have been on lots of 2-day outdoor first aid courses over the years and enjoyed this one more than many others I have been on.
Testimonial from Wesley Hunter, Climbing & Mountaineering Instructor, Adventure Hunterhttp://www.adventurehunter.co.uk 17/09/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The Outdoor First Aid course was extremely well presented and the topics conveyed in a way that were easy to grasp. The practical elements were also very well run and the scenarios help a lot to build up experience and confidence in practising first aid. Well done Luke and team.
Testimonial from Greg Wilson, General manager, Wilderness escapeshttp://www.wildernessescapes.co.uk 04/08/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The information was delivered in an easy to understand manner. I liked the different practical scenarios.
Testimonial from Alina Ene 27/07/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The obvious and slightly insincere sarcasm hopefully tickled you. I'd like to point out though, that cake, my word. Excellent.
Testimonial from Tim Barnes, Weaver of Dreams, Rock UK Adventure Centres Ltdhttp://facebook.com 21/07/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was extremely well presented. Ross was very engaging and made a great effort to get everybody involved. Despite the seriousness of the course subject , Ross was able to keep everyones interest with many scenarios and light-heartedness. Mike Long, barman, George and Dragon
Testimonial from Michael Long, Ciel Hotels Ltd 18/07/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I undertook the two training course and learnt so much! It was very enjoyable able I really appreciated the learning process - hands-on a building up gradually. Thank you very much.
Testimonial from Tim Gauntlett, Outdoors instructorhttp://velocene.com 25/06/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, great delivery style. Easy to understand. Thanks. Also re-arranged course for me as I got the dates wrong - Thank You.
Testimonial from Victoria Blackwell, Blackwell Outdoor Pursuits. 20/06/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I came away from this course with the confidence to deal with a first aid incident. The instructor was clear and kept things to the point and each scenario came back to the same basic key principles.
Testimonial from Catriona Burrow 15/06/2018 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Geoff Fisher,
Metcalfe Plant Hire,
Penrith
CA11 9BL
A great course made very interesting by Ross.
Testimonial from Geoff Fisher, Site manager, Metcalfe plant hirehttp://www.metcalfe-plant-hire.co.uk 13/06/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Having endured years of dry annual rushed 1st aid courses it was nice to have a course where the trainer could not only offer tips but also practical knowledge and experience and keep it interesting and on track.
Testimonial from Paul Harris, Child Minder, TP TOTS 11/06/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was very easy and relaxed to follow made the day so enjoyable. Was the best course I have been to in a long while and not come away feeling pressured and anxious about first aid and doing the right thing
Testimonial from Caroline Arnold, sports Therapist, Caroline Arnold Sports Therapy and Pilates Clinic 11/06/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course, deliverd in an energetic way keeping interest going
Testimonial from Nigel Lewis 08/06/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I would highly recommend paediatric first aid course delivered by Lakes First Aid. Luke was a very proficient trainer with a vast amount of knowledge. His delivery was great and I learnt a great deal from the practical sides of the course. Thank you.
Testimonial from Natalie Horner, Lower School Leader, Penruddock Primary School 25/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was pitched at a very good level - practical and not overly full of jargon, and interesting and engaging throughout.
Testimonial from Richard Lebonhttp://velocene.com 21/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course really built my confidence with first aid. By keeping things simple and doing lots of practise scenarios I felt much better equipped to deal with real emergencies. An enjoyable two days.
Testimonial from Caitlin Pearson, Catchment Officer, West Cumbria Rivers Trust 21/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A good wide ranging practical course!
Testimonial from Ian Creighton, Project Manager, West Cumbria Rivers Trust 21/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I found this course very enjoyable and gained a great deal from it. Colleagues tell me that other courses they have been on have been very heavy on content and much of the time is spent sat listening. I believe the approach Ross uses is much more conducive for learning and makes you think on your feet, like the situation we are likely to encounter outdoors!
Testimonial from Jonathan Kidd, Project Officer, West Cumbria Rivers Trust 19/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a very good instructor - they can make or break a course like this - and he made it absolutely engaging, informative and enjoyable. I would certainly come back and strongly recommend this course to anyone!
Testimonial from Rebecca Elizabeth Chapman 18/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid the course was a hands on experience, no sitting there taking pages and pages of notes, and being bored, forgetting half of what was said. Luke was hands on, allowing us time to learn practical, and answering all questions fully and honestly. looking forward to returning to yourselves for the next renewal
Testimonial from Jean Small, Entertainments manager, West Coast Entertainments 17/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course again. Really informative.
Cake and coffee a hit. Thanks Jonny
Testimonial from Jonny Hume 10/05/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid provide a cost effective practical training solution for a business of our size with trainers who know their subject and who can teach without seeming to teach!
Testimonial from Simon E Veitch, Managing Director, C and W Herald Ltd 08/05/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was exceptionally knowledgeable and provided very easy explanations and demonstrations to understand, thank you for a very valuable training day.
Testimonial from Laura Chaldecott, Graduate Engineer, Blackett-Ord Conservation Ltd 01/05/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done a lot of First Aid courses over the years and this was a really good one. I will happily recommend the course to anyone needing First Aid training.
Testimonial from Ann Taylor 30/04/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Loved the real coffee and cakes, thanks. The venue was lovely too.
Testimonial from Becci Senior 30/04/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke is an excellent trainer of first aid. He made it clear from the start that he didn't want people story telling about their personal experiences throughout the day and because of that the focus was maintained on the course content. Luke made the day very relaxed, informative but fun as well which works for me personally, I found the whole day very enjoyable.
Thank you.
Testimonial from Gary Miller 26/04/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid It was the best first aid course I've done, and I've done quite a few over the years!
Testimonial from Katherine Dalgliesh, Chief Executive, The Happy Mums Foundationhttp://www.happymums.org.uk 23/04/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Ben Heys, Teacher, Kirkby Stephen Grammar School 23/04/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Michael Edwards, Trainee, KSMRT 03/04/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross the course leader was knowledgeable and made the first aid steps easier to understand and remember through role-play activities and keeping everything simple. I enjoyed the course very much
Testimonial from Rebecca Notman, Play learning and childcare practioner 01/04/2018 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Djak Forrest, Toilet Attendant, Gretna Attraction
This course built up my confidence as a person and a First Aider. It helped greatly that we roleplayed situations and problem solved in teams, how to best help a patient in need of attention.
I found it interesting and Ross, the trainer was helpful, listened well and was not judgemental in the slightest. He took on board all the feedback from the course, by the people attending, and we worked through a lot of different scenarios.
I definitely want to come back for a refresher course. I'm even inclined to try out a Bushtracker course!!!!
Testimonial from Djak Forrest, Toliet Attendant, Gretna Green Ltd 29/03/2018 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I feel it was a wonderful experience and a great course
Testimonial from Sharon Lockhart, Receptionist, Gretna Green Ltd 29/03/2018 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Special thanks to Ross for making this course so easy to understand and so so enjoyable, everyone in my group had a fabulous time learning and he kept it all simple and easy to understand and also easy to remember! He was so enthusiastic and kept it light hearted, he is a fabulous trainer! The best course I’ve been on in ages!
Testimonial from Ellie McMonies, Sales Assistant, Gretna Green Ltd 26/03/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Loved the trainers energy, enthusiasm and accepted all questions as valid. Thank you
Testimonial from Alan Stockdale, Focus Family Worker, Barnardos 21/03/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Completing the Outdoor first aid course was really practical and repetitive which gave me the opportunity to practice many times what was being taught. Luke made the training real and I loved the hands on, give it a go approach. I will certainly be looking at renewing my certificate with Lakes First Aid in 3 years time.
Testimonial from Andrew Davies, Head teacher , Lazonby C of E School 21/03/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thoroughly enjoyed the 2 days, & would highly recommend this course, to anyone wanting useful, practical knowledge & skills, taught in a relaxed, but very informed & experienced manner. I will certainly make a point of returning, for a refresher course.
Testimonial from Lea Rutter 20/03/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid was very disappointed with course as forestry was not covered
Testimonial from Edward McCall, caretaker /gamekeeper, hutton in the forest 17/03/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good course. Thank you
Testimonial from Ffinlo Williams, The Venture Centre 16/03/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
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Testimonial from Matt Seix 15/03/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
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Testimonial from Angela Thurlow, assistant project worker, Allerdale childrens centre 13/03/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Choose a warmer venue
Testimonial from Sharon McVittie, Senior teaching assistant, Newtown Community Primary School 06/03/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I asked Lakes First Aid to come and do our FAW course as we have used them previously for First Aid training and also for a fundraising event and they are always very helpful, fun and enthusiastic in all their endeavours. Thoroughly recommend them.
Testimonial from Tony Johnson, Facilities manager, Oak Tree Animals' Charityhttp://www.oaktreeanimals.org.uk 02/03/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid very approachable trainer
Testimonial from Catherine Lacey, Volunteer theatre artist , Prism Arts 23/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course which was delivered in an informal, friendly, no pressure setting. Everyone should do it
Testimonial from Sharon Hailes 13/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Elizabeth Wharton, Head of Gepgraphy, Handsworth Grammar school 07/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Overall a very interesting and intensive course with the emphasis on practical first-aid in the outdoors and despite having attended many previous first-aid courses I was surprised by how much i had forgotten and also how much more i has learned.
Testimonial from John Callister 05/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid great course
Testimonial from Mike Read 05/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. Very well run.
Testimonial from Jonathan Sleight, Teacher, Ballakermeen High School 05/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thoroughly enjoyed this course and came away feeling that I had refreshed
the skills that I had, but also learnt some very relevant new ones and had received up-to-date information about procedures . The accompanying book is comprehensive with excellent guidelines and good graphics. I would definitely recommend this course to anybody wishing to do an Outdoor First Aid course or to refresh the skills that they have. Thank you.
Testimonial from Tina Davies 05/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross ran an excellent course. Well balanced level of infomation delivered by a very professional and knowledgeable instructor. We appreciated the varying styles of delivery especially the sessions outside which made the most of the spectacular Isle of Man countryside.
Testimonial from Simon Read, Ardwhallan Outdoor Pursuit Centrehttp://www.adventure-centre.co.uk 05/02/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course is rather intense in places but will genuinely leave you feeling more confident in your skills. A very professional outfit and knowledgeable instructors. the basics are very accessible but the more in-depth theory is there if you want it.
Testimonial from Kris Breadner, Teacher / DofE coordinator 24/01/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I'm glad I found this course. The material was well presented, the atmosphere was friendly and conducive to learning, and there was a good balance between the presentation of information and practical hands-on work. I would recommend this course.
Testimonial from James Barnard 24/01/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Deb and Ross were really friendly and made me feel at ease. Deb was great at answering any questions. The course was broken down into simple terms and it really helped that it was very practical as well.
I have been on several other first aid courses but I have to say this was by far the best. I would now feel confident in dealing with an emergency situation.
Testimonial from Verity Ellis 24/01/2018 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great day! Very clearly presented by Deb who managed to allow everyone to get hands on practice and to learn in a non-threatening environment with helpful and constructuive feedback.
Testimonial from Judith Blair, Complementary therapies practitioner, Dovetree Acupuncture 17/01/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid What a great course. It wasn't daunting like some of the courses I have attended in the past. It was a refreshingly simple modular approach that just kept building on the basics. Hopefully I won't need to use any of the skills covered ... but if I do come across a situation I'm fairly confident that I'll probably get it right. Tim Mosedale.
Testimonial from Tim Mosedalehttp://www.everestexpedition.co.uk 15/01/2018 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent, efficient delivery of the Outdoor First Aid course in a relaxed friendly atmosphere with good balance between the practical and theory elements.
Testimonial from Zoe Ferguson 02/01/2018 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I had a great couple of days, it was fun, the tutor made me feel at ease and was able to answer everyone's questions, and if we weren't sure what he meant, he would do it practically. I enjoyed the scenario's, having to think what you would do, it that emergency.
Testimonial from Helen Curry, Teaching assistant , Patterdale School 16/12/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best First Aid course I've attended in 20 yrs
Testimonial from Martin D Barratt, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust 16/12/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best First Aid course attended in 20yrs
Testimonial from Martin D Barratt, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust 13/12/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course delivered by a first class instructor. Will happily recommend to others.
Testimonial from Sarah West 13/12/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was excellent and beyond it was easy for me to retain the information.
Testimonial from Lauren Aimee Melling, Trainee Mountain Leader , Adventure Quest Uk 12/12/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent and thank you
Testimonial from Gary Miles 05/12/2017 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Probably the best course I have been on, I found doing the practical scenarios gave me more confidence especially the defibrillator training,
Testimonial from Steve Clayton 29/11/2017 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course ,taught in a fun enjoyable way . Luke is a very likeable guy . I feel that the way the course was delivered made everyone feel comfortable , lots of practicle , but this wasn't done in a way that made you feel uncomfortable ,lots of equipment meant we could work in pairs rather then watching each other. Thank you to Luke for making the course fun , and also giving us a good knowledge of first aid .
Testimonial from Jessica Mcglynn 20/11/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great for refresher and for those new to first aid.
Also course content adapted to include applications in a water based scenario
From an experienced tutor.
Testimonial from Martin Golden, Ullswater Yacht Club 17/11/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a great trainer.
Testimonial from Matthew Evans 17/11/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very engaging, informative, practical and enjoyable course. Lots of areas covered over the two days, but taught in such a way that I'll be able to recall them when needed.
Testimonial from Michael Smith 13/11/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent facilitator who could relate the advice he gave us to practical situations. He made it feel more real.
Testimonial from Andrea Stigant, Clinical Lymphoedema Specialist, Hospice at Home 23/10/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Probably the best Outdoor First Aid course I have ever done. Great teaching, great baking. Thank you to Luke the Instructor.
Testimonial from Katherine Milburn, Project Officer, West Cumbria Rivers Trusthttp://www.westcumbriariverstrust.org 23/10/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you Ross I really enjoyed the course. You're enthusiasm and knowledge made an enjoyable and friendly learning environment.
Testimonial from Sandie Watson 18/10/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The venue, facilitators and organisation are all excellent. Interesting and informative sessions in a professional, supportive, sensitive and enjoyable environment.
I have been attending First Aid courses for over forty years and in my opinion these are the best by far! Great cakes too!!
Testimonial from Andrew Middleton, Outoor Teacher, Wild Country Walkaboutshttp://www.wildcountrywalkabouts.co.uk 12/10/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid An engaging, hands on and interactive first aid course.
Testimonial from Mathew Little 10/10/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid luke was fantastic, a great approach which include lots of discussion rather than just delivering information. He was helpful and humorous and made all topics clear and simple.
Testimonial from Hayley Curbishley 08/10/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The instructor Luke Armitage really made the course easy to understand one of the best first aid courses I have attended.
Testimonial from Steve Connor 08/10/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well presented course, covered lots while keeping the delivery interesting, with lots uf helpful practical exercises.
Testimonial from Chris Weir 21/09/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A most informative course, really enjoyed the opportunity to practice throughout the day. Clear tuition that has given me the confidence to hopefully never have to apply what I've learnt today. Great coffee and biscuits also.
KJ Keswick School.
Testimonial from Kate Jackson, Technology teacher, keswick school 14/08/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Patrick Muckian 07/08/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is a great course and Ross from Lakes First Aid is a great tutor, the course is hands on and practical and incredibly relevant to anyone working it the outdoors, I would recommend this to anyone whether they enjoy going out walking as a hobby or work in the outdoors. Great two days!!!
Testimonial from Katie Robinson, Cycling Officer, Sustrans 13/07/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course is very accessible for all students at any level of knowledge concerning first aid and Ross is a very welcoming and vibrant teacher who encourages his students to be confident in their abilities. I would strongly recommend this course for anyone who wants to learn about crucial first aid skills or just brush up on existing ones.
Testimonial from Jamie Donoghue 13/07/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Will be recommending all my friends do a first aid course and particulary an outdoor one.
Testimonial from Joanne Balmer 12/07/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This excellent Outdoor First Aid course, which included good practical exercises, was led by an experienced first aider and outdoor leader. Training was focussed on the needs of the outdoor first aider working in a remote environment. I would recommend this course to others working or spending time in the outdoors.
Testimonial from Nicholas Downes, Voluntary Youth Leader / Trainee Mountain Leader 04/07/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very happy with the training.
I feel I have gained the knowledge and confidence to make a differance and help in a incident of where first aid is needed.
Testimonial from SHAUN McANENEY, Supervisor , METCAFE PLANT HIRE 29/06/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was a fantastic trainer and really engaged us in the scenarios. I liked how we repeated the casualty response approach a number of times, adding parts bit by bit.
Testimonial from Lucy Smethursthttp://www.changetherecord.org.uk 27/06/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was excellent- enjoyed his teaching approach
Testimonial from Bill Mumford 16/06/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross (the trainer) was awesome, he covered everything. Its like he knew the handbook word for word! Brilliant trainer.
Testimonial from Mark Ross Longmirehttp://www.thesuninnulverston.co.uk 24/05/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid All in all a very enjoyable course once it got going, nice to be on a course with people from so many different work environments, normally courses I attend are all admin based staff, this was much more interesting talking about how people would deal with incidents in all the different situations, more like real life situations.
Testimonial from Julie Galea 21/05/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course again. Luke was an excellent trainer and his Mountain Rescue experience made the course feel extra relevant to the remote outdoor environment. Looking forward to renewing again with you in three years time!
Testimonial from John Allen 17/05/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A quality course that I traveled 200 miles to attend and will be doing so again in 3 years time.
Testimonial from Stuart Ind 12/05/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course suitable for all Outdoor Activity providers. Well worth it in terms of value, keeping up to date and being prepared for a range of emergency situations in the outdoors, including wilderness locations.
Testimonial from Simon Greaveshttp://www.cairngormtreks.co.uk 26/04/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I have probably done 12 first aid courses over a number of years. This was the best by far. Please pass on my thanks to Luke the trainer.
Testimonial from Julie Gulley 12/04/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well run course, enjoyable and lots of practical sections. I will be recommending to others. Felt the price was very reasonable too. Thanks again.
Testimonial from Rosemary Cole 06/04/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is the best outdoor first aid course I've attended and one that I'd thoroughly recommend to anyone working with groups in the outdoors. The course was very well structured and included frequent scenarios that allowed participants to progressively develop their skills and confidence. The tea, coffee and cakes provided were an added and welcome bonus!
Testimonial from Richard Waller, Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography, Keele University 05/04/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was excellent. Very good at training and doing the practical scenarios. The group were a mix of very interesting individuals which also added to the enjoyment. One of the most enjoyable courses I have ever done and I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone wanting an outdoor first aid qualification.
Testimonial from Amanda Walsh 05/04/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant course, super venue and the Trainer certainly knew his stuff. Loads of opportunity to ask questions and practice so now feel really confident and ready to use my new skills.
Testimonial from Peter Sowerby 28/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was an excellent instructor. Clear, knowledgeable and encouraging. He allowed us all to build our confidence and skills without stress and it was very enjoyable. I felt much more prepared for any incident I might come across.
Testimonial from Celia Watson 28/03/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A fantastic course which provided a full packed day of basic cover of first aid in the work place. I found that both Luke and Ross created such a relaxed atmosphere, and I liked the fact that the course was mainly practical which was a perfect way for me to learn and understand much easier. Great company and would definately recommend them to anyone.
Testimonial from Susan Thwaytes, Holiday Park Owner, Ullswater Holiday Park 27/03/2017 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed the course, the all the people involved were really friendly and made you feel at ease.
Testimonial from Natalie Kathleen Edmondson 27/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was well structured, well prepared and well presented by a knowledgable presenter. The course venue was excellent with good indoor and outdoor space for practicing scenarios. We even had home made biscuits and cake! Would definitely come again and recommend to others working in the outdoors.
Testimonial from Stuart Watson 27/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Just to say that I thought Luke did a really excellent job. It was impressive to see him covering so much ground with such confidence, with good support and challenge for the group, and maintaining the pace of delivery right up to the end of course. Excellent stuff..
Testimonial from David Kim Parry 27/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course! Thanks Luke.
Testimonial from John Hunston 24/03/2017 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke very affable
Testimonial from David Nattrass 14/03/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course, extremely well delivered. I have told my Manager how good it was and there has been good feedback all round.
Testimonial from Jo Hall 10/03/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was knowledgeably delivered, natively, and with some good humour too, which me and the boys really appreciated even though it was a glorious day outside.... by someone who obviously knew what he was talking about, he had great delivery and an enthusiasm that shone through.
Testimonial from Paul Bartley 07/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I would highly recommend this course. The subject is delivered in a logical format with things being repeated but with extra things added to help reinforce learning.
Testimonial from Carole Standing 01/03/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic FA course ran at a perfect pace. Although a full and thorough course at no point was I overwhelmed by information due to the great balance of practical and classroom time.
Testimonial from Emma Johnsonhttp://distant-horizons.co.uk 25/01/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course for anyone who needs to be able to practice first aid in an outdoor setting. Ross is the most friendly chap you'll ever meet and and an outstanding trainer. This is my 3rd course over the years and I will continue to recommend him to all.
Testimonial from Mario Yeomans 25/01/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Please see the comments I have just written for the previous course.
Testimonial from Mario Yeomans 23/01/2017 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross & Deb provided an excellent course and were hands on with everything and always eager to support and help in difficult scenarios by students.
Testimonial from Kenneth Walker, Senior Football Coach., The Professionals Elite Academy Limited. Link to student's website 23/01/2017 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross and Deb delivered a fantastic course and credit to them. They were very active and involved themselves in scenarios to ease our understanding. Very detailed and precise. Excellent delivery of the course. Thank you very much Ross and Deb.
Testimonial from Rowan Alexander, Director/Senior Football Coach.Link to student's website 23/01/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A good paced course, with an equal mix of practical and theory.
Testimonial from Rachel Ridley 22/01/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course which comprehensively covered all aspects and provided a sound knowledge of outdoor first aid.
Testimonial from John Abbott 20/01/2017 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent facilitator
Testimonial from Heather Hopkinson 02/01/2017 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Friendly, upbeat, informative and great cakes at break times
Testimonial from Nicholas Landells, Mountain Leader / Photographer / DofE Expeditions, Lakeland Photo Walkshttp://www.lakelandphotowalks.co.uk 17/12/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Found it very Informative and enjoyable experience.
Testimonial from Garfield Fletcher 16/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Proper 'hands on' training from tutors who have clearly experienced the reality of having to improvise and problem solve doing first aid in remote places. Thanks fellas!
Testimonial from Bernard Gregory Gilmartin 15/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid My primary reason for attending was to satisfy my MR team requirements to carry an outdoor/expedition first aid certificate so as to be available on the call out list, but I would recommend anyone should attend this course, from all walks of life. It's both enjoyable and informative, but most importantly, the more people know this stuff, the more likely you are to potentially make a difference one day.
Testimonial from Adrian Swift 14/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course and first aid update, built on very good knowledge of subject matter, and well communicated to all.
Testimonial from James Lancashire 14/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A great course that covers all that it is required to know with good instructors and good facilities-highly recommended
Testimonial from Brian Hinvest 14/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Nice to learn new techniques and top tips. Basic first aid continues to be simplified so hopefully I will remember what do if the situation arises.
Testimonial from Elizabeth G Farthing 13/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A good two day practical-based course which kept things simple but very relevant to outdoor activity situations. Many thanks for a fun and enjoyable two days + great cake!
Testimonial from Ross Wallace 11/12/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid We covered the key areas well in the time we had, Luke was engaging and kept things buzzing along which helped everyone to stay focused. The course appropriately covered the key points we might need both at work and in the course of our everyday lives...spot on.
Testimonial from Richard Henry 05/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very, very highly recommended - Ross and Lakes First Aid are excellent.
Testimonial from Chris Bede, Head of Outdoor Learning / DofE Manager, Macmillan Academyhttp://www.macmillan-academy.org.uk 04/12/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It would have been good to add the cost of a basic first aid kit to the cost of the course and supply one to each participant.
Testimonial from Nick Stott, Deputy Principal, Macmillan Academyhttp://WWw.macademy.org.uk 30/11/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course and trainer, would definitely recommend it
Testimonial from Edwina Forrest 30/11/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This is the first time I have participated in a First Aid Course since being at school (over 20 years ago). Therefore, for me, the learning curve was steep! However, I come away from the two-day course with a quiet confidence that I will be able to help a casualty should the need arise.
The course syllabus was extensive and appeared to cover most conditions/injuries which would be encountered both in an outdoor and work-based setting. It was interesting, after talking to other trainees who had previously been on other similar courses, that this one was the best in terms of material and presentation.
Ross was our trainer for the two days. He was certainly knowledgeable in the field of First Aid but, more importantly, able to present the information in an understandable fashion. He was also very approachable.
After attending this course, I will hopefully be in a stronger position to achieve my goal.
One thing that may not be apparent from the website is that Ross is also an accomplished pastry chef; the cakes and biscuits which he made the evening before were excellent and very well received by all!
Testimonial from Stuart Senior 30/11/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid good all round course
Testimonial from Will McAllister 29/11/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for a great day, I was slightly dreading attending this course having been to first aid courses many years ago that were extremely dull and not very useful. However this course was very practical with lots of re-enforcement of key concepts. I have confident that I could put into practice what I have learnt in an outdoor scenario.
Testimonial from Jon Abbatt 14/11/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was FANTASTIC!!
Testimonial from Kelly Drury 26/10/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Learnt a lot. Very good thank you.
Testimonial from Jayne Bragg 17/10/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course would highly recommend, will be going back.
Testimonial from David Fowlie 17/10/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Well done
Testimonial from Geoff Osborne, Tour Guide, MountainGoat 16/10/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Overall a really good course, covering all the basics of outdoor first aid. The trainer was knowledgeable, friendly, and approachable, and didn't rely on a multitude of gory slides as most trainers seem to do these days.
Testimonial from Graham Uney, Mountaineering Instructor, Graham Uney Mountaineering 04/10/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really well delivered course, easy to understand and just the right amount of material covered. Plenty opportunities to practice the skills in practical sessions.
Testimonial from Laura Fiske 30/09/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really great course, very interesting and enjoyable.
Testimonial from Clare Petrie 28/09/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Delivered what I required in a most professional manner. It was First Aid as it should be delivered.
User friendly, the student coming first. All my questions answered. Great delivery.
Testimonial from Arthur Nelson, Facilities support Technician. ie, Buses&Boats., As above.http://The Outward Bound Trust.org.uk 28/09/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you very much! It was a really fun couple of days training and I've learnt some vital life saving skills that I've been able to effectively practice through lots of varying outdoor scenarios! The cakes are amazing too :)
Testimonial from Francesca Lee 25/09/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was the most energetic, enjoyable, informative and rewarding outdoor first aid course I have ever been on...and I have been on quite a few!
Testimonial from Gwyneth Elizabeth Parry, Director of Adventure Activities, SEDBERGH SCHOOL 25/09/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I have been on quite a few first aid courses over the years and I can honestly say that this was the best I have ever attended.Ross delivered the course with enthusiasm and a sense of humour, but above all solid knowledge. There was an excellent balance between practical tasks and theory.
Testimonial from Carla Prescotthttp://beckpreschool.com 22/09/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid provided a professional and highly informative first aid course. The content was simple and logical, being easy to understand and memorable.
Testimonial from Gill Smith, Nursery Class teacher, Beaconside Primary School 15/09/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Luke was very knowledgeable and personable and made everyone feel at ease. A first class course!
Testimonial from Al Nicholson 14/09/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent, would highly recommend
Testimonial from Vicki Lockhart 08/08/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well run and comprehensive course - thank you. I feel more confident now
Testimonial from Sally Ward 21/07/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed it, thanks
Testimonial from Nigel Hall 01/07/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you, it was all very relevant to my job . I enjoyed it and learned a lot.
Testimonial from Manwara Begum 25/06/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course. Ross made us feel relaxed and at ease to enjoy the practical parts which I was nervous about. We absorbed a lot of information during a well organised day which ran smoothly, building our skills and knowledge in a very well thought out programme.
Testimonial from Helen Sanderson, CLASS TEACHER, PLUMPTON SCHOOL 20/06/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a fantastic trainer with a lot of enthusiasm and experience! Really enjoyed the course!
Testimonial from Katherine Taylor 02/06/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I really was worried about my training in first aid as the idea of a test is not something I'm used to. But I can honestly say that I enjoyed this training. The trainer was professional and her calm manner and delivery of the information was clear and easy to understand.
Testimonial from Laura Ratcliffe 27/05/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course overall
Testimonial from Sue Randall 25/05/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent delivery and content.
Testimonial from David Rossi 25/05/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid It was a great course, well run and very informative. The trainer, Ross, was very knowledgeable and made the course fun and interactive while maintaining a high level of learning.
I will certainly be using this trainer again in the future and recommending him to others.
Testimonial from David Bowler 28/04/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course
Testimonial from Pippa Degara 26/04/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A friendly, well balanced course, demonstration and practical session led.
Testimonial from Graham Cotgreavehttp://www.threesl.com 22/04/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid This course was fantastic. Luke was a genuine guy who clearly demonstrated what was required and explained in different ways so we all understood. He showed passion in his work and related his demonstrations to things where they may be useful and then related them to how it would occur in our lines of work such as with children and the settings we would be in such as schools or at home (for childminders).
Testimonial from Kirsty Metherell 22/04/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent first aid training, highly recommended.
Testimonial from Anna Hodgson, Childminder 22/04/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Some questions unanswered as booking done by someone else.
I find the logging on to the website & using complex ID a pain. Your email did not even give a link to your website. For me an paper evaluation after the course would have been preferable.
Testimonial from Chris Lates 22/04/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A most enjoyable and useful course.Ross kept us interested and involved all day.
Testimonial from Helen Lates 24/03/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Extremely well organised and delivered programme of practical first aid. Scenarios were devious enough to provoke thought and learning in a structured and safe environment. At no point did I feel I could not make a mistake and be badly judged. The entire process was treated like a complete learning experience, with myself as someone with no prior knowledge treat equally as important as those with many many years of experience. Highly recommend the course and course leader to anyone wanting to complete their outdoor first aid course.
Testimonial from Lesley Atkinson 23/03/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very enjoyable experience, great knowledge shown and given. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who works in an outdoor setting of any kind.
Testimonial from David Richardson, Director, R V Projects Europe Ltdhttp://Www.rvprojects.org.uk 18/03/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for time and effort, I enjoyed the different way of learning First Aid comparing with my previous one that I've done .
Testimonial from Terezia Ionas 17/03/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I thought Luke was brilliant! He knew his stuff, was really interactive, and made what can be a 'drier' subject really interesting and memorable, and most of all relevant! Good resource book given too! Brilliant weekend. See you in 3 years!
Testimonial from Kimberley T Sherris 07/03/2016 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a fantastic lead course Ross was brilliant and kept us interested from start to finish he made it interesting and enjoyable.
Testimonial from Lisa Rollins, Childminder 29/02/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Truly enjoyable. A great confidence top-up. Professionally run and comprehensive from start to finish.
Testimonial from Phil Tinning, Owner, Freetime Outdoorshttp://www.freetimeoutdoors.co.uk 29/02/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid No testimonial, please!
Testimonial from Mark Gill 31/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Having used Active Aid on more than one occasion, I can thoroughly recommend them for all of your first aid training requirements. The experience Ross in particular has, really comes across in the courses. It's evident that he hasn't just 'read the book' but has been there and done it. What more can you ask for in a trainer! Highly recommended!
Testimonial from Nigel Pattisonhttp://www.trektipi.co.uk 27/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross delivered a good course, pitched at the appropriate level for the group and making good use of the environment around us including the poor weather conditions.
Testimonial from Russel Hedley 27/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid By far and away the best first aid course I've attended.
Testimonial from Richard Fox 20/01/2016 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid As someone who worries do to past circumstances about first aid, Ross not only taught us very effectively, he also helped me to overcome some of my personal barriers and worries. Thank you for running such a clear and easy to follow guide. Also thank you for talking me through some of the techniques for babies and young children.
Testimonial from Fiona Hadwin 19/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An enjoyable and informative two days. Fast paced with an excellent trainer, who was approachable and extremely knowledgable. Valuable life skills gained.
Testimonial from Melanie Ditchburn 19/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross displayed energy and enthusiasm throughout. He certainly knew his stuff.
Testimonial from Jamie Cox 18/01/2016 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
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Testimonial from Harry Hutt 16/12/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well structured and facilitated programme, with a good level of technical input and participant engagement.
Testimonial from Tim Taylor, Manager, Patterdale Hallhttp://www.patterdalehall.org.uk 16/12/2015 — ' First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course - really liked Ross' energetic and enthusiastic style of delivery and the very hands on practical approach. Have been putting off doing the First Aid at Work course for a while as thought it would be 3 days of looking at slides but I was completely wrong and the 3 days just flew by!
Testimonial from Kerry Hammond, Owner, Lakes & Dales Classics Ltdhttp://www.lakesanddales.co.uk 16/12/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid the introduction and relevance of modern technology and the role it plays shows the instructors are constantly evaluating themselves and what developments can be utilized to assist the first aider
Testimonial from Patrick Mills 01/12/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Everything from booking to completion was very professional but easy-going and the course was delivered in such a way that made everything easy to learn and remember. Being provided with a training handbook as part of the course was also very useful though and the homemade biscuits were a treat! Thank you.
Testimonial from Anita Marie McCullough 01/12/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid excellent course, very informative ,fully recommended.
Testimonial from Tim Blundell 27/11/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid No except it was an enjoyable and informative 2 days
Testimonial from Michael Roberts 25/11/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Will definitely contact lakes first aid in 3 years
Testimonial from Danny Barnes 19/11/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed this course. I have learnt so much we will help me if I ever need it in a situation. Will definitely recommend.
Testimonial from Sophie Weir 19/11/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Brilliant trainers! Best first aid course I've been on. Plenty of practical opportunities of possible relevant scenarios with good repetition of key skills. Great use of visual props which I haven't experienced before. Confidence building & a huge amount covered in the two days without feeling overloaded. Would definitely recommend!
Testimonial from Rebecca Hodds 23/10/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Way too much of weird "practising" on the floor in couples
Testimonial from Matus Krokker 23/10/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you for making the day nice and light hearted especially not telling any gory stories yourselves and asking the rest of the group not to as well was very good for me as I am very squeamish
Testimonial from Melody Lipscombe 22/10/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you very much for a well delivered and informative day.
Testimonial from Jayne Robinson 19/10/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course instructor was not only very knowledgeable but in a relevant way to the needs of his audience. He was able to keep people on task and focused throughout the delivery of the course. I would have no hesitation in recommending this first aid course and the instructor to anyone dealing with outdoor pursuits and needing a first aid certificate.
Testimonial from Ben Miller 19/10/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Very well paced programme delivered with enthusiasm, good background knowledge, appropriate materials and equipment. Good mix of theory and practice. I do not know how Ross managed to keep teaching with such energy for two long days. I found the course useful and learned quite a few new practical tips. Thank you
Testimonial from Jim Wardrope, Medical Officer, KSMRT 19/10/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This course meets the needs of those who require a First Aid certificate to work in an outdoor environment. Ross is very knowledgable and provides excellent examples of practical First Aid from his work with Mountain Rescue. He has a great teaching style and ensures that everyone is involved and gets the best out of the training.
Testimonial from Andrew Paul Cranmer 14/10/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really enjoyed this very practical course.. enhanced by Ross's cheerful and enthusiastic delivery and also his great cakes.
Testimonial from Stephen Smyth 25/09/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks to Ross for a great course, good fun and very informative.
Testimonial from Katie Varian, MD, Northern bouldering ltdhttp://edenrockclimbing.com 22/09/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well delivered course. The sessions were very varied in the styles of delivery which I really liked, questioning was very good (in terms of how the trainer used questions to probe and develop knowledge), and much thought has gone into this topic by Ross from his personal kit that he shared with us to the kit he uses for the training course - a very excellent first aid course (best I have had yet), many thanks
Testimonial from Jonathan Lynch 21/09/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Good to be able to practice the scenarios as this gives you more confidence. Also, I am a very practical person so this suited me. Good clear explanations and no waffle. Scenarios were not overly complicated
Testimonial from Isabelle Booker 21/09/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable whilst remaining down-to-earth and very practical. This made the training both enjoyable and memorable. Thank You.
Testimonial from Sarah Kekus, Nutritional Therapist and Yoga Teacher, The Health Architecthttp://www.thehealtharchitect.co.uk 21/09/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great training very well delivered. A very relaxed atmosphere which helped with the learning process.Felt that I would be confident in using the skills learnt.Thanks
Testimonial from Louise C Allen 20/09/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you so much for providing an excellent course. I feel much more confident about getting involved and indeed had to the day after the course when two cars crashed outside my house. I wasn't quite expecting to use my DRSABC quite so soon! However, all went well and I was thanked by all involved so I must have done something right! Thank you! I can't recommend this course strongly enough.
Testimonial from Katie Convery, Year One teacher, Brunswick School 28/07/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was well led in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, which put everyone at ease. The essentials of first aid were covered in an ordered way which provides a good foundation to build on.
Testimonial from James Roberts 12/07/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have done several first aid courses and I think this is the best I've ever been on.
Testimonial from Geraldine Fardon, Walk leader 09/07/2015 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid I was very impressed by the enthusiasm and depth of knowledge and experience of our Trainer Ross Wallace. I enjoyed the course very much. I wish all First Aid trainers were this good! Excellent.
Testimonial from Christopher Partridge 09/07/2015 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the day and I felt very supported by Ross.
He had a lovely kind accepting manner.
Without sounding offensive to the training system; I have attended many of these training session which are often not looked forward too. Yesterday however was the best first aid training day I have ever had. Well organised, brilliant pace, details and examples were given when ever asked. Most importantly Ross got information across to us without seeming superior or making us feel inferior. He had a great sense of humour which made me feel comfortable to ask questions even if I thought they sounded a little silly.
Many, many thanks.
Testimonial from Craig Russell Walkden 09/07/2015 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course, very well delivered. The trainer had excellent knowledge.
Testimonial from Kathy Dale 08/07/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I attended the Outdoor First Aid course 3 years ago, with the same trainer and provider. I believe that I gained more knowledge due to the approach used which is why I am a repeat customer.
Testimonial from Sarah Barnes 19/06/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was such a positive, cheery teacher and made the learning of what can be a dry subject great. His approach to delivery was outstanding and he was very aware of making sure it was pacy to ensure he kept all our attention. Loved the fact that Ross gave us top tips and advice on improvisation if you don't have the relevant materials to hand. I learnt so much more from this course than I have on any other First Aid course I have attended. Many Thanks.
Testimonial from Natalie Horner, Lower School Leader, Penruddock Primary School 18/05/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course with just the right balance of scenario /classroom learning work. Ross delivered the course in a very clear, understandable and relaxed manner. His passion and knowledge of the subject was very inspiring. He also managed to keep things simple with the emphasis on 'hands on' learning.
Testimonial from Graham Wood 16/05/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Good teacher and made it fun. The day went fast and learnt a lot
Testimonial from John Stephenson 12/05/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a very pleasant, thorough teacher. He made it easy to understand.
Testimonial from Diane Loveridge, ATF Manager, John Beaty Transport Penrith 11/05/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross's energetic, enthusiastic delivery helped the success of this clear and consise one-day training course. Recommended.
Testimonial from Max CousinsLink to student's website 07/05/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid A well-structured day course. I liked the way the trainer asked us to repeat and rehearse material whilst developing and extending this knowledge and skills base incrementally through the day. The trainer took time to understand individual's work situations and adapted the first aid advice accordingly.
Testimonial from Gary Newman 02/05/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, great leader, great way of learning and definitely worth while. The mix of practical and theory was very effective and I would definitely recommend this course to anyone else.
Testimonial from Annabel Candlerhttp://www.weddingsbyannabel.co.uk 29/04/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A really well structured and delivered first aid course. All the training was relevent. The course was a good mix of practical and theory and the environment was confortable and relaxing; I felt happy to join in all the discussion and practical scenarios.
Testimonial from Hannah Ward 29/04/2015 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, interesting, relevent, efficient and effective. Would strongly recommend to anyone.
Testimonial from Mary Glendinning 27/04/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Really appreciated the practical hands on nature of the programme and the 'problem solving' aspects. Very useful.
Testimonial from Grant Davieshttp://www.droppingthepilot.co.uk 08/04/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Testimonial from Kerry Ivison 29/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I have contracted Ross at Lakes First Aid to provide biannual training for the members of Kirkby Stephen Mountain Rescue with the 16 hour outdoor first aid. This is the basic requirement we have for team membership. Most members go onto and currently hold the Mountain Rescue Advanced prehospital care certification (CasCare). Ross's enthusiasm and passion for the subject matter along with the pragmatic approaches to First Aid have been enthusiastically received by all members. The 16 hours fly by and all leave with plenty of new tricks and tips...a great provider of an essential life skill. Thanks Ross!
Testimonial from Simon Geehttp://www.ksmrt.org.uk 28/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course. This is the second time I have been on it and I would definitely go again. Ross and Dave keep the skills relevant and simple giving you confidence that you would remember them in a real emergency. And the homemade cakes and general enthusiasm make it extra special.
Testimonial from Katharine Claire Plowman 28/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Enjoyed the two days - it went quickly and the theory was broken up nicely with the practical work. It was pitched at a level that was great for all with a lot of subjects covered with time for discussion and questions and tailored to the needs of those on the course. It gave me the confidence to tackle first aid in the outdoors not just with a first aid kit but with improvisation too!
Testimonial from Zoe Ferguson 27/03/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ros is an excellent trainer. I enjoyed the way he delivered the course. Asking us to discuss with the person next to us was a great idea and worked really well. Having a resusi dolly for every couple was brilliant and making us practice and practice and practice was worthwhile. Thankyou.
Testimonial from Pauline Berry, NHS Cumbria 22/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course. Great instructors. Simple and effective memory queues for first aid given.
Testimonial from Tim Slater 21/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A very well delivered and entirely appropriate course
Testimonial from Richard Tolley 04/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid An excellent course which appealed to all participants with varying levels of first aid expereience
Testimonial from MICHAEL SAINT 02/03/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross provided a detailed and varied approach which managed to cover a wide-ranging amount of practical First Aid and casualty care information. Fitting the whole outdoor programme into 16 hours has to be intensive and a challenge. Always well-prepared and manages to be relaxed with trainees as well as precise. Strongly recommended.
Testimonial from Andy Woods 23/02/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very useful day overall, thank you!
Testimonial from Alison Lloyd 20/02/2015 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross provided an excellent course. Delivered in a relaxed and at times humorous way without taking away the seriousness of providing good and efficient first aid.The practical sessions were very good and gave a good insight into how to cope with different scenarios should we ever need to put our first aid skills into practice.
Testimonial from Geoff Johnston, Fly fishing guide and instructor, The Eden Anglerhttp://www.theedenangler.co.uk 20/02/2015 — 'Activity First Aid (1 day)' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course delivered by a very professional and knowledgeable trainer
Testimonial from Liz Connelly 11/02/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Thoroughly enjoyed the course, very informative, supportive and great value
Testimonial from Sarah Kirby 11/02/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A really thorough course. Good delivery from a knowledgeable and approachable trainer.
Testimonial from Pauline Porteus, Alston Primary School 28/01/2015 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross' training style is very friendly and encouraging as well as being informative and well-directed. I feel I learned a lot from this course but was also well instructed to understand and recall the basic principles of being a First Aider. The home-made biscuits and cake were also a plus!
Testimonial from Ed Terry 07/01/2015 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid If it ever became possible (and compliant) to do a half day refresher every year and only the full 12 hours following any major changes to First Aid then this would be much more beneficial to already very busy teachers, who value the skills very much but find it a bit of a chore to do the full course over and over again! We loved Ross though - Thank you :-)
Testimonial from Rachael Thomas 17/12/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The best first aid course I have been on. The instructor was very knowledgable and pasionate about the course and also in providing candidates with advice/ tips and knowledge. It was a great 2 days.
Testimonial from Katie Robinson, Cycling Officer, Sustranshttp://www.sustrans.org.uk/scotland 07/12/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid The best version of this course I have attended! Ross pitched the day just right and made me believe the skills gained could have a positive outcomei if used.
Testimonial from Julie Cox, Pilate's teacher, N/a 28/11/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Being hard of hearing the course was perfect for me small groups and lots of practical
Testimonial from Julie Bell, After School Club Play leader, Skelton School 28/11/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I really enjoyed the course and have gained confidence in being able to help if I needed to.
Testimonial from Francesca Louise Murphy 27/11/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Very good course, loved the 'hands on' approach.
Testimonial from Catherine Coates 27/11/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic Course Ross Wallace was brilliant
Testimonial from Martin D Barratt, Senior Instructor, Outward Bound Trust 22/11/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Fantastic course run by Ross Wallace, very engaging friendly, organised and kept everyone in the room performing our new/refreshed skills with great accuracy - to me the sign of a well experienced and practiced professional. Thoroughly enjoyed the two days!
Ski Instructor - Kendal Ski Club/Swiss Ski School
Testimonial from Mike Greenbank 20/11/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid As a former, Senior Educational professional and now, as a self-employed Outdoor Educational professional I can thoroughly recommend this Active Aid Outdoor First Aid course, as delivered by Ross Wallace of Lakes First Aid. Customer care, venue, course content and delivery were all excellent.
Testimonial from Andrew Middleton, Outoor Teacher, Wild Country Walkaboutshttp://www.wildcountrywalkabouts.co.uk 12/11/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 1 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The delivery by Ross was superb.
This feedback form is ok but you might consider an on going interactive feedback product such as "customersure"
Testimonial from David Stainthorpehttp://www.edenrockclimbing.com/ 10/11/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course, thoroughly enjoyable
Testimonial from Ben Ward 22/10/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid This was definitely the best first aid course I have been on, there was a good mix of theory and practical sessions delivered in a very enthusiastic and easy to follow way by Ross. I highly recommend this course to anyone working in the outdoors and look forward to renewing my certificates here in the future
Testimonial from Gareth Trainor 29/09/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid Very informative and well delivered course which has given me the confidence to use my new skills if required.
Testimonial from Tania Calvert, Senior Teaching Assistant, Penruddock Primary School 26/09/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Thank you Ross, for a great first aid course. I really appreciated the useful tips for use in the mountains, and it's made me think a fair bit since the course, about what I can adapt in my first aid kit.
Testimonial from Kingsley Joneshttp://www.icicle-mountaineering.ltd.uk 23/09/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Thanks to Ross of Lakes First Aid for delivering an excellent Emergency First Aid at Work course today.
Straightforward programme, clear presentation, non-intimidating role play along with a few laughs.
If you are looking for this training we would have no hesitation in recommending Lakes First Aid.
Testimonial from Andy Aireyhttp://georgefisher.co.uk 23/09/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid I enjoyed the friendly relaxed but thoroughly professional tutoring on this course. The trainer himself obviously used his experience frequently and it was a reassuring environment to make mistakes in! I particularly liked the "add-on" element of learning in helping me to get over the usual initial panic when faced with a first-aid situation. This is an excellent course for my own profession of podiatry.
Testimonial from Valerie Stewart Howard, Podiatrist, Footworks Podiatry Clinic 23/09/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid This was a first aid course that explained and through repetition of practicals taught me what can be done to make comfortable an injured or sick person until professional help arrives. I hope I never have to use it but I am now prepared and ready to act in an emergency. It was interesting and delivered in an accessible and easy to follow style that was intense but not dry.
Testimonial from Richard Laverick 22/09/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was a very knowledgeable tutor whose friendly and happy disposition put everyone at ease. Even the "dreaded" practical role play parts were good fun.
I cannot recommend it highly enough.
Testimonial from David Wise 10/07/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Great course with an infectiously enthusiastic trainer. The best first aid course I've done.
Testimonial from Ben Chambers 09/07/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Questions 6 & 7 were N/A as I didn't book myself or use the website until now.
Ross is a very good teacher, very enthusiastic and that rubs off on the students and makes us want to learn more!
Testimonial from Leigh Newson 24/06/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A well run accessible programme that gave good learning through an appropriate blend of theory and practise. I appreciated the health warning about lack of story telling. Ross you hold a good balance between humour and directness.
The admin is effcient and easy to use. Good to be provided with this follow up service - well done.
Testimonial from Soo Redshaw 19/06/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid The course and Ross was great, Ross made it very easy to learn and take things without getting bored distracted or overloaded - a great course
Testimonial from Greg Stanfield 18/06/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid A superb course, delivered in easy to remember bite size chunks. Ross didn't shy away from some of the 'what if' questions that some other trainers might have done and always gave sound, common sense advice. You got a real sense of the depth and breadth of his experience.
Thanks very much, will definitely be back to renew my course with Ross
Testimonial from John Allen 17/06/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross is an excellent trainer and teaches from experience
Testimonial from Ian Rigg 19/05/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Everything on the course was spot the structure and teaching approach is second to none.
Testimonial from Rod Ireland, Owner, Rod Ireland Photographyhttp://www.outtherepeople.co.uk 12/05/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I really can't praise the course and the trainer enough. If I am totally honest, I expected to be a little bored on a First Aid course but he made it really interesting. The course was delivered with an excellent balance of expert knowledge, practical involvement, group participation & positive energy. Thanks
Testimonial from Sarah Bulman 11/05/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid It was a really well run course, never a moment to switch off and Ross was a fab teacher.
It was also a nice touch having the Real coffee and homemade biscuits
Testimonial from Caroline Meldrum 09/05/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid A very engaging course which I enjoyed, as did the others, I'm sure
Testimonial from David Nattrass 07/05/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid I have reached the age of 49 and never done a First Aid course! This was mainly due to fear. However, I had no need to worry, the course was excellent and easy to follow in both theory and practice. Ross is a great guy, very enthusiastic ( which rubs off), clearly very knowledgable and a Fist Claas trainer. Over the years I have seen many bad ones! Maybe he should consider becoming a trainiing trainer. He is a good baker too.. 12 out of 10 , well done!
Testimonial from Nigel Heaton 14/04/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ross was an excellent course leader - knowledgeable, good at explaining things, friendly, and kept the momentum going over what was an intensive two days.
Testimonial from Wendy Hetherington 03/04/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Packed a lot in and I thought the overall approach with a good mix of practical and classroom work was excellant. I felt my confidence in being able to handle first aid situations increased markedly.
Testimonial from Donald Allan 13/03/2014 — 'Emergency First Aid at Work' course by
Lakes First Aid One of the best ran courses I have attended, delivered in a positive and professional manner.
Testimonial from David Jackson 02/03/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Excellent course; packed in, but very well broken up; would definitely recommend. Nice cakes too.
Testimonial from Nicholas Landells, Mountain Leader / Photographer / DofE Expeditions, Lakeland Photo Walkshttp://www.lakelandphotographs.co.uk 27/02/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid really great course, cheers
Testimonial from Daniel Smith, Teacher 26/02/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid By his energy & enthusiasm Ross made the what can be dry subjects interesting and informative. He appreciated every question or intervention from students, encouraging participation and keeping people engaged. The two days went fast, which is always a good sign.
Testimonial from Kevin O'Neale 26/02/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Ive been working in the outdoor industry for 12 years and this is by far the best first aid course i have ever been on. Excellent instruction and outstanding value for money, when it comes to renewing in three years i will definitely be booking with LFA again
Testimonial from Simon Parle 27/01/2014 — 'Paediatric First Aid' course by
Lakes First Aid The course was really well delivered in a very relaxed manner. The trainer made you feel at ease and welcomed questions and comments and you were not made to feel silly. There was a good balance between practical and theory and the information was presented in a way that you could easily remember.
Testimonial from Sylvia Bowenhttp://www.barnardos.org.uk/carlisleruralcc 22/01/2014 — 'Outdoor First Aid 2 day' course by
Lakes First Aid Lakes First Aid were fantastic. Ross is one of the best instructors I have come across, making the course fun, practical and full of handy hints and tips for worst case first aid scenarios outdoors. A must do course for any outdoor education professional.
Testimonial from Ed Ghilks