About City First Aid
We train people to save lives.
E whakangungu ana i ngā iwi ki te whakarauora tangata.
City First Aid is a values-based family business, committed to providing excellence in first aid training. Guided by our framework, Ngā Hoe e Waru – the 8 Paddles of Teaching, we create learning spaces where everyone feels welcome, engaged, safe, and confident to use their skills when it matters most.
Based in Ōtautahi | Christchurch and serving Canterbury and beyond, we make training practical, relevant, and fun.
We believe everyday Kiwis can step up in the moments that matter, when equipped with the right knowledge, skills, and manaakitanga (care and respect). Our goal is to grow confident first aiders who create safer whānau, workplaces, and communities for us all.
We are proud to be an NZQA-registered Private Training Establishment (Category 2), reflecting NZQA’s confidence in the quality of our training and our commitment to ongoing improvement.
Read more about us in our code of practice here or our self review here
Our Locations
We have five main venues:
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La Vida Conference Centre in Upper Riccarton
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Cashmere Club in Sydenham.
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North City Church in Papanui
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Girl Guide Centre in Cracroft
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RSA Club in Rangiora
We also regularly run courses in Sumner, Kaikōura and Hanmer Springs. Alternatively we can come to your own business or venue.
Call us to chat about what you need.