Sports First Aid, CPR and AED training delivered at your ground or clubhouse. Meeting governing body requirements for football, rugby, cricket and more across Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire.
Sport involves physical exertion, physical contact and the inherent risk of injury. From a twisted ankle on a football pitch to a cardiac arrest at a running event, sports clubs and their officials have a duty of care to participants and spectators. The ability to provide immediate, competent first aid in the minutes before emergency services arrive can mean the difference between a full recovery and a life-changing outcome.
Sudden cardiac arrest in sport receives significant media coverage, but it can happen to anyone at any fitness level and any age. The installation of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) at sports grounds has increased dramatically, but an AED is only effective if someone present knows how to use it. CPR and AED training for club coaches, officials and volunteers is one of the most valuable investments a sports club can make.
Beyond cardiac events, concussion management has become a major focus across most sports. Understanding the signs of concussion, applying the HEADCASE protocol and knowing when to remove a player from the field are now essential knowledge for any coach or team official. Our sports first aid training incorporates current concussion awareness guidance and the specific protocols recommended for different sports.
Most national governing bodies (NGBs) for sport in England have specific requirements for clubs regarding first aid provision. The Football Association (FA) requires clubs to have a qualified first aider present at all registered matches. The Rugby Football Union (RFU) has similar requirements and emphasises concussion management. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) also have guidance on first aid provision at club level.
Requirements vary significantly by sport, level of competition and whether matches involve junior players. For clubs running youth sections, the presence of paediatric-aware first aiders is strongly advisable. Clubs running events or tournaments with spectators may also face additional first aid requirements under the Safety of Sports Grounds Act.
Beyond compliance, having well-trained first aiders improves your club's reputation and reassures players, parents and spectators that their welfare is taken seriously. We can advise you on the specific requirements of your governing body and help you build a training plan to achieve full compliance.
Specifically designed for coaches, team managers and club officials. Covers sports-specific injuries, concussion protocols, soft tissue injuries and on-field assessment — alongside core first aid skills.
Learn more →Essential for all sports clubs with a defibrillator. Train your committee, coaches and volunteers to respond to cardiac arrest in the critical minutes before an ambulance arrives.
Learn more →A 1-day HSE-approved qualification for club officials and bar/hospitality staff. Meets governing body requirements for a qualified first aider at matches and training sessions.
Learn more →For clubs with youth sections. Covers child-specific emergencies and is invaluable for coaches and officials working with junior players aged under 18.
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