Hometown: Saint Louis, MO

Living in: Santa Monica, CA

Other Work: CEO @ Joffe Emergency Services (A Safety Company)

Pets: 1 Dog, Dude 

For fun I like to: Hang with Dude & Run Marathons

Why I teach CPR: I believe everyone has the power to save a life through training. 

Chris is passionate about training in life-saving skills and eliminating denial at the onset of an emergency. He's seen firsthand, the value of a community of bystanders working together and confronted firsthand the impact of bystanders' unwillingness to take action. Turns out CPR saves lives and training is a small way that we can make a difference. For the patient, though, it might be the biggest difference in their life. 

Hometown: Westminster, CA

Currently Living in: Westminster, CA

Other Work: Police Aide for Westminster Police Department, Got hired on after Volunteering for Westminster Police for 14 years. Volunteer for West County CERT (Community Emergency Response Team). Retired from 30-plus years as Retail owner/operator for Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream.

Pets: 3 Dogs. 2 German Shepherds, 1 Labrador (All rescues)

Married: Have been married to my 1st Husband for over 40 years. Sarcasm is my second language.

For fun I like to: Go to Concerts, watch movies at home, Go to dinner with friends, and learn new things.

Why I teach CPR: I believe CPR is a skill everyone should learn to potentially save a life.

I began my journey in the field of CPR training after completing EMT training in 2013. I did this to train CERT members in CPR. I have learned a lot from retired physicians who are also on our CERT team. I am on the CERT medical team and teach disaster preparedness. I have trained Police Officers and other city employees where I live. I enjoy when I have students share their experiences and engage in learning. My goal is to make sure everyone feels confident of their skills by the time they leave my class.

Hometown: Lihue, HI 

Currently Living in: Portland, OR 

Other Work: Community Health Medic @ Portland Fire & Rescue 

Quick facts: Pets: 1 Shih Tzu , Hoku 

For fun I like to: Scuba Dive 

Why I teach CPR: I know the importance of being able to do CPR in an emergency situation 

Branson is a fun and enthusiastic teacher. Branson has been working as an EMT for over 9 years and is currently an EMT with Portland Fire and Rescue. Branson also volunteers as a Firefighter/EMT with the Cornelius Fire Department. Branson loves to spend time with his wife, daughter, and dog doing lots of fun activities like hiking and swimming. He also likes doing all kinds of water sports like surfing, scuba diving, and stand-up paddleboarding. Book a class and Branson just might be one of your instructors! 

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA 

Currently Living in: Los Angeles, CA

Quick facts: I’ve been an EMT for about 4 years and I first started my EMT journey at BMO stadium in LA. Since then I’ve grown to work as an EMT/ event safety specialist for Joffe Emergency Services

Why I teach CPR: I think it’s important to have people know the fundamentals of First Aid and CPR. When a crisis happens you have these skills to lean on and in return you can help save a life

I look forward to working with all of you and let’s Get CPR Done together!

Hometown: Woodland Hills, CA

Currently Living in: North Hollywood, CA

Other Work: Administrative Assistant, Wilshire Boulevard Schools

Quick facts: For fun I like to: Hike, camp, and watch movies

Why I teach CPR: I love giving people the confidence and knowledge to be prepared for

Morgan's experience working with administrative school staff has shown that there is no greater power in an emergency situation than knowledge. She was a former Girl Scout for 12 years and lives by the motto, Be Prepared. In her free time, Morgan enjoys hiking, watching movies, and greeting all the neighborhood dogs. Book a class and Morgan could possibly be one of your instructors!

Currently Living in: Syracuse, New York and Los Angeles, California

Other Work: EMT-B, Dispatcher

Quick facts: I attend Syracuse University and am home in Los Angeles for the winter and summer.

For fun I like to: Read, do hot yoga, and go on long walks

Why I teach CPR: Experience as an EMT has shown me the importance of knowing efficient and comprehensive CPR efforts as well as sharing that knowledge with others to reduce time until that CPR occurs in emergency situations. 

Educating as many people as possible on CPR makes a true difference in our communities as it shares life saving skills important to early and effective care. I’m extremely passionate about this education as I have seen first hand how it can make the difference in life and death. 

Currently Living in: South Gate, CA

Other Work: EMT, CPR instructor, Event Safety Supervisor

Quick facts: Has served as an EMT, Dispatcher, and Field Training Officer and has been promoted to Supervisor / Managerial and administrative support both on the field and at the executive level. Background ranges from 911 to IFT and critical care transports in ambulance service as well as Wildland / Forestry Fire Fighting with the United States Forest Service.

For fun I like to: Play music and build classic custom cars

Why I teach CPR: I teach CPR to be able to lend a hand and train individuals to respond and provide great quality CPR if and when an individual is in emergent need.

Leveling each other up one person at a time in order to achieve greatness. 

Hometown: Los Angeles 

Living in: North Hollywood

Other Work: Helicopter Crew member/Wildland Firefighter

For fun I like to: Work on cars

Why I teach CPR: It is rewarding knowing the training could help save someone's life.

Servando enjoys training schools and organizations in CPR & First Aid because it is a tool that can be used when you least expect it. In addition, Servando likes to compete in Spartan races, and work at Joffe  Emergency Services. Book a class and Servando might just be one of your instructors. 

Hometown: Las Vegas, NV 

Currently Living In: Atlanta, GA 

Other Work: Advanced EMT with MetroAtlanta; Spanish Interpreter with LATN 

For Fun I Like To: Play and watch soccer; I own 50 soccer jerseys and my collection keeps growing.

Why I Teach CPR: Far too often we feel powerless to do anything in an emergency, and I love the idea of training people to take more agency in their life so they contribute more to society and feel more helpful. 

Alexander, you can just call him Alex. He will talk to you all day about CPR or his favorite soccer team, so feel free to ask!

Alex has a nephew with Down Syndrome named Noah, and Noah was the inspiration for Alex to teach CPR in schools to ensure that Noah would be able to help if something happened to him. When he’s not teaching, he’s working on the ambulance or translating at children’s hospitals in the Atlanta area. If you’re ever in the Atlanta area, Alex might be your instructor and he looks forward to meeting you!

Hometown: Los Angeles, CA

Currently Living in: Montebello, CA

Other Work: Health Education Assistant @ California State University, Los Angeles

Pets: 1 Shih Tzu Mix, Tigger

Fun Fact: I rescued him when I was 12 years old!

For fun I like to: Traveling/ Spontaneous Adventures always eager to try something new!

Why I teach CPR: I was introduced to CPR due to one of job duties within my role. I really enjoy making CPR fun and engaging.

Hometown: Downey 

Currently Living in: Costa Mesa 

Other Work: Rescue Technician/EMT at Baker Rescue Services 

Pets: 1 Siberian mixed black cat named Salem 

For fun I like to: Bike Ride 

Why I teach CPR: To give back and to help others achieve what they want to accomplish! 

Hello! My name is Christian Khuzaie, and I am a CPR Instructor to help those who have an interest in helping others. I have been involved with emergency services from my time as a Fire Explorer to a Volunteer Firefighter to my current Profession as a Rescue Technician. I look forward to meeting and helping those who want to make an impact on others!

A little about me is I love spending time with my partner and our cat, Salem. We are both huge cat lovers and if it was up to us, we would have a whole facility of them. I love rock music, bike riding, playing pickleball, and waiting in In-N-Out lines for food. I’m excited to meet you all and have fun teaching! 

Hometown: Chapel Hill, NC

Currently Living In: Los Angeles, CA

Other Work: Set Medic for Hollywood Studios

Quick facts: I have a great sense of humor! 

For Fun I Like To: Cook and Bake! Always experimenting with new barbecue recipes

Why I Teach CPR: It’s an essential skill that I believe everyone should know.

I enjoy giving people the hands-on skills, training and confidence they need to help
save lives. I am also a former comedian and a pretty good cook in the kitchen. Looking forward to teaching your next class!

Hometown: Pico Rivera, CA

Living in: La Habra, CA

Other Work: Biomedical volunteer workforce for American Red Cross, Dog sitter and House sitter

Quick facts: My Boyfriend is a Veteran who I love and respect

Pets: 2 Chihuahua’s (Millie and Eddie)

For fun I like to: Go to the dog park with my dogs, have movie nights with friends and BBQ’s

Why I teach CPR: I really enjoy giving others the confidence and knowledge they need for life saving skills. I feel it is important for people to understand how to respond to emergencies anywhere.

Hometown: Inglewood, CA

Living in: Santa Fe Springs, CA

Other Work: EMT in Los Angeles County 

For fun I like to: I love to read, workout, and try new foods 

Why I teach CPR: I thoroughly enjoy the feeling of helping others gain the necessary confidence to learn a life-saving technique. Teaching others also allows me to grasp more understanding and refine my teaching techniques.

I am determined and an ambitious individual, setting my sights on a career in firefighting. Graduating with a B.S. in Kinesiology from California State University Fullerton an A.S. in Emergency Technology from El Camino College and Firefighter I from El Camino Fire Academy, I am dedicated to learning and personal growth. I am currently licensed as an EMT in Los Angeles County and I am always seeking opportunities to attain more knowledge. I also showcase leadership and community outreach skills through public speaking. To date, I have spoken at three commencement ceremonies at El Camino College, Cal State Fullerton, and El Camino Fire Academy. I am eager to support your CPR learning process and I am excited to meet you!