WHEN THE HEART STOPS,
THE CLOCK STARTS.
What happens next is in your hands.
Learn CPR with your local air ambulance in just 30 minutes.
Learn to save a life.
Did you know?
and only
survive
You can change that. Be ready when seconds truly count.
Every day across Kent, Surrey and Sussex, around 25 people suffer a sudden cardiac arrest — often at home.
Sadly only 1 in 10 survive. That means it could happen to someone you love: a parent, child, grandparent, or friend.
When the worst happens, every second counts.
Giving CPR and using a defibrillator in those first few minutes can more than double their chance of survival — yet right now, only 1 in 4 people receive CPR, and just 1 in 10 have a defibrillator used before an ambulance arrives.
If a loved one's life was in your hands, would you know what to do?
The difference is simple: skills and confidence.
That’s why we want everyone to learn CPR and how to use a defibrillator. This October, join one of our free 30-minute online or in-person training events, led by our expert air ambulance doctors and paramedics, as part of Restart a Heart Day.
Together we will save more lives. The choice is in your hands
Don’t delay, sign up to join our army of lifesavers today.
Join one of our FREE sessions suitable for everyone
Figures: South East Coast Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust Annual Cardiac Arrest Report April 2023-March 2024
Live Sessions
Register to join one of our FREE online sessions below on Restart a Heart Day - 16 Oct
In the first crucial minutes ahead of the emergency services arriving doing CPR and using a Defibrilator is the most important thing you can do. It can more than double your loved one’s chance of survival.
- Primary School - 9.30AM
- Adult/Secondary School - 11.30AM
- Primary School - 1.30PM
- Parent/Child - 4.30PM
- Parent/Child - 5.30PM
- Parent/Child - 6.30PM
- Adult - 7.30PM
In-person demonstrations
Come and see us at one of our in person sessions!
No need to book for these demonstrations, please just turn up on the day. You’ll get a chance to practice CPR on our training dummies and even use a simulated defibrillator. Learning these vital skills can more than double your loved ones chance of survival.
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Surrey:
Saturday 11 October - Surrey Sports Park, Richard Meyjes Road, Guildford GU2 7AD 10am - 3pm* - Sussex: Monday 13 October - Airside at Gatwick South Terminal, RH6 0JH 10am - 4pm*
- Kent: Saturday 18 October - Bluewater Shopping Centre, Greenhithe DA9 9ST 10am - 5.30pm*
Support our lifesaving work
You could help us be there for the next person who needs us.
Could you fundraise as part of your Restart a Heart activities, or simply donate to help us keep saving lives when every second counts.
Sign up to join one of our live streams
Learn to Restart a Heart with KSS 16 October 2025 - FREE and Online
This Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 16 October, we’re aiming to train tens of thousands people across the South East in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
The turnout last year was amazing and now we’re going even bigger and better. These lifesaving skills are important to learn because every day across the South East around 25 people experience a sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Sadly, only about 1 in 10 people currently survive.
Register now and get access to our livestreams on the day, or a prerecording you can use at a time that suits you.
Learn to Restart a Heart with KSS 16 October 2025 - FREE and Online for your School or Youth Group
This Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 16 October, we’re aiming to train tens of thousands of children across the South East in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
Nearly 300 youth groups and schools took part last year and now we’re going even bigger and better. These lifesaving skills are important to learn because every day across the South East around 25 people experience a sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Sadly, only about 1 in 10 people currently survive.
It’s quick and easy to learn with our free 30-minute online sessions delivered by expert air ambulance doctors and paramedics, perfectly suited to an assembly or class activity. We hope your unit will save the date and take part so that, together, we can save even more lives.
Register now and get access to our livestreams on the day, or a prerecording you can use at a time that suits you.
Learn to Restart a Heart with KSS 16 October 2025 - FREE and Online for your Community Group
This Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 16 October, we’re aiming to train tens of thousands of people across the South East in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
80,000 people took part last year and now we’re going even bigger and better. These lifesaving skills are important to learn because every day across the South East around 25 people experience a sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Sadly, only about 1 in 10 people currently survive.
It’s quick and easy to learn with our free 30-minute online sessions delivered by expert air ambulance doctors and paramedics, perfectly suited to an assembly or class activity. We hope your unit will save the date and take part so that, together, we can save even more lives.
Register now and get access to our livestreams on the day, or a prerecording you can use at a time that suits you.
Learn to Restart a Heart with KSS 16 October 2025 - FREE and Online for your Organisation
This Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 16 October, we’re aiming to train tens of thousands of people across the South East in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
80,000 people took part last year and now we’re going even bigger and better. These lifesaving skills are important to learn because every day across the South East around 25 people experience a sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Sadly, only about 1 in 10 people currently survive.
It’s quick and easy to learn with our free 30-minute online sessions delivered by expert air ambulance doctors and paramedics, perfectly suited to an assembly or class activity. We hope your unit will save the date and take part so that, together, we can save even more lives.
Register now and get access to our livestreams on the day, or a prerecording you can use at a time that suits you.
Unsure which category you fall into? Register now and we will do our best to help you!
This Restart a Heart Day, Thursday 16 October, we’re aiming to train tens of thousands of people across the South East in the lifesaving skills of CPR and how to use a defibrillator.
80,000 people took part last year and now we’re going even bigger and better. These lifesaving skills are important to learn because every day across the South East around 25 people experience a sudden out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Sadly, only about 1 in 10 people currently survive.
It’s quick and easy to learn with our free 30-minute online sessions delivered by expert air ambulance doctors and paramedics, perfectly suited to an assembly or class activity. We hope your unit will save the date and take part so that, together, we can save even more lives.
Register now and get access to our livestreams on the day, or a prerecording you can use at a time that suits you.
How you can further help
Frequently Asked Questions
How long are the online sessions?
Each session is approximately 30-minutes whether you watch one live or recorded
Where can I watch the live online sessions?
The sessions will be hosted live on 16th October 2025, on the following platforms: Teams, Zoom, Youtube, Facebook. Timings for the different live sessions will be available here: www.aakss.org.uk/restart
What times are the sessions?
You can find the different session timings on our website www.aakss.org.uk/restart
Can I test the live session links before 16 October 25?
Yes the live session links will be avaiable to test 24 hours before the live session.
What if I’m busy on 16 October 25?
When you sign-up, you will have access to our pre-recorded sessions available for download, so you can watch anytime and without Wi-Fi.
How do I download the pre-recorded sessions?
To download the content please click on the link. When the video comes up click the three dots at the end of the time bar which will bring up more options. Click download. Then save as. If you’re still experiencing issues please contact our friendly team at hello@aakss.org.uk
What do I need to take part in a session?
- 30-minutes of your time
- access to a screen
- a patient to practice on which can be a cuddly toy (for children) and a cushion, pillow or rolled up jumper/jacket for adults
- room on the floor to practice.
- To watch live you will need Wi-Fi. Our recorded sessions can be downloaded to watch offline. For any issues please contact us on hello@aakss.org.u
Is the content appropriate for my child?
We have multiple sessions both live and recorded to suit all different age groups including, children – Keystage 1, Keystage 2, plus secondary school aged children and adults. We are also doing parent and children sessions in the late afternoon/early evening. All timings will be on our website www.aakss.org.uk/restart
Can I take part in the training with my group or business
You can absolutely sign up to take part in the training as part of a group or business, you will just need someone to be a lead name. That person will receive emails from us with all you need to prepare for the training.
Is RSAH25 part of the Girl Guiding KSS mission badge?
Yes, if you are a Girlguiding unit that is taking part in the KSS Mission Badge, our Restart a Heart CPR training is one of the missions you’ll need to complete. To visit the pack go to Girlguiding KSS Mission Badge – Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex
Can I ask questions during the session?
There will be a chat box available; we will try and answer all questions near the end of each session. If you would like to discuss further, please email hello@aakss.org.uk / 01634 471 900
Who is teaching the sessions?
Our highly skilled Team KSS paramedics and doctors will be hosting all sessions
Do you have any guidance available for the sessions?
Once you have signed up to take part in our training, you will be given access to a page where you will be able to access resources to include a pack that will give you information about our work and the sessions
Are you doing any in-person sessions
We are planning a number of in person sessions throughout the region, please visit www.aakss.org.uk/restart for more details of locations and dates
Can we fundraise alongside RSAH25?
Yes, if you would like to make your Restart a Heart Day a fundraising event, you could ask your group to Wear Red and donate £1. You could also do a sponsored walk, cake sale or coffee morning. If you would like to discuss further, please reach out to the Community team: community@aakss.org.uk / 01634 471 900
I would like to make a complaint.
We take complaints very seriously and treat them as an opportunity to improve. We are always very grateful to hear from people who are willing to take the time to help us to improve. If you have a complaint, please contact: Victoria Friar, Head of Supporter Experience – victoriafriar@aakss.org.uk
