Wasn't what I expected , very entertaining but yet the two instructors were professional and made the course fun. I would highly recommend this course and informed my supervisors and co- workers if you need recertifications this is the place to do it. Oh, did I mention, has a great view ! read more

Efficient, comprehensive, and practical. The instructors at Fast CPR were professional, helpful, and hilarious. I enjoyed the class and would definitely go with them again. If you need CPR/BLS Certification for your job, GO TO FAST CPR! read more

Think I will be a customer for life with these folks! Just got an e-mail yesterday reminding me my card was about to expire - went digging in my wallet, sure enough it is. Have yet to have an employer give me that friendly courtesy reminder as usually I'm the one being held responsible to monitor when my expiration date is due and getting it set up! Thanks Fast CPR for giving me the reminder! You guys just ROCK, oh and for those inclined to really peruse their website - it completely cracks me up! A ton of good wit goes through these folks - and am I ever grateful and thankful for it. Thanks for putting a lot of good humor into the website Fast CPR! We need more of this in our world, now more than ever. No coupon this time around, but I guess there are promo codes that can come around. Looking forward to seeing what the teachers do next.... (yes there was lots of jokes and fun in the last class I took - so come on folks this is the place you wanna do your CPR at, if your employers aren't already providing it to you for free that is (different story altogether)). read more

My mom recommended Fast CPR because her company tells them to come here. There are many class options available and costs $95.00. You receive an email that is very informative...can't stress this enough, don't be late!! People complain about being robbed of their money for being late but it's common sense. Do you go to work/school late? Especially with the location being in downtown, you should always plan ahead for traffic and parking. Parking has been free on Saturdays due to COVID so try to schedule Saturdays! Out of all the CPR classes I've taken in the past, this one was the most informative and efficient. You finish in about an 1.5 hour compared to others which is about 4. Roland was straight to the point and demonstrations were simple. I did have a little hard time on the written test but I passed! I would recommend this to anyone who needs to get their certification. read more

Overcharging for BLS and no refund policy if you no longer need the class, no exceptions

Fast CPR I got my First Aid / Adult Child and Infant CPR with AED training and my BLS Basic Life Support Health Care Provider cards from Os at Fast CPR. Checking in is super-fast. I had seen my name spelled correctly on their sign in sheet and they knew already that I had paid in full. I was given my materials that I needed including the test and the key book that is needed for the BLS test. I was early so I was able to read and review the materials before we began on time. Right at the exact minute- class started on time. Os started with an introductory video. Then we went straight into pressing our dummies. He built step by step starting out with basics like CAB Compressions Airway Breathing and checking our dummy victim within 10 secs. We did all of our timed tests within the requirements like 100 in less than 60 seconds and our 2 min timed test for 30:2 of 5 sets. It was great to be able to use a toy AED that is not real in an actual emergency- we got to listen to the aed voice and tell us the steps to be ready if we really do need to use an aed. I see them all the time now when I am out at stores because now I know what they are and not just fixtures on walls- I see them at places like McD and the Ward Mall Movies. So if a body really does fall when I am at 1 of those places then I feel better about using the aeds. We also trained on baby dummies. I know it happens less statistically but it would really feel more emotional if it happened to a really little one in real life. I used my knowledge to help a little one choking so the training was really practical and so helpful. We get all the rules- or current guidelines. We go over it enough in class that it makes sense and we can remember and understand it for later use IRL. Os makes a bunch of small jokes during the class to keep the mood light and friendly. He has his stick - some toys and some magic tricks that he has at the ready for when the class is soooo dragggggiing. Here's the DEAL! These cards are usually required for some jobs. So it is a job requirement to pass these classes and get the cards so that I and others can go to work. Normally- some places take forever to get the cards printed- like having to wait 3 or 4 weeks before getting the cards later in the mail. Fast CPR has the cards ready within the same day! YEAH Fast CPR!!!!!! It is for work- and I don't take the time to look at cards that I only use once every 2 years and have on record at HR so yeah it is important to be able to get a card printed and ready for work when my HR needs it.... I really don't need it other than to go to work and be complainant on things like grant requirements and safety regulations but it is needed for me to go to work. I used to go to Red Cross- they never answer their phone, they ignore our requests for getting us our materials in the past in a timely manner and have basically no customer service - Fast CPR on the other hand has great almost same day customer service. Class time in class- Reallyyyyyyy?!?!?!?!?! Who wants to be in a classroom watching videos for more than 8 hours a day that are the driest videos ever produced? It is so much better to be given instruction by an actual teach like Os. It makes more sense and is more practical to be told about things that are statistically more likely to happen like choking than to hear about random ailments that are not even common here in America. I too do not want to sit and wait for someone to get their act together- they really do have their stuff together at Fast CPR and get people in and out the door respectfully and well managed to keep time as important to the customer as it is to them. Time: BLS is now at 12 noon and First Aid is now at 2:30 pm. Location- Fast CPR is right at the corners on Bishop and Beritania near the downtown fire station and HItelcom. 1188 Bishop St Ste 1110 Honolulu, HI 96813 Downtown Easy to use the elevator to the 11th floor. Cost- It was at the really low price of $75 per class when I took it first over a year ago but I know the price went up with the guideline changes and you get a book now that before you didn't get without having to pay extra for a new book. Now classes are just a little more but you get to keep your book as part of the classroom fee. So classes may be $85 or more now. Still way cheaper than other places and still the best value I can find on Oahu. Over the phone- Maria is there to answer all of the basic questions needed before or after class. So again - great customer service. Overall- Fast CPR is a great little non-profit that really believes in teaching everyone some valuable lifesaving information. I know I'll keep coming back as my certifications need to be renewed. read more

$85 for a 2-3 hour class with free parking?!? And instant certification cards?!?! Done and done! It's very hands on and that's nice because you build that muscle memory! You watch some videos, take a couple tests, and given a booklet as well! Very comprehensive and the instructor is funny and very knowledgeable- actually tries to make a very standard cpr class fun! At the end of the class, I was so confident, I laid my bf down and practiced my newly acquired skills! Lmao he was like ugh ow so hard. I'm like yeah, I'm trying to restart your heart here!! This ain't no massage fool! read more

The company name "FAST CPR" completely describes what they stand for! I enrolled online a day ahead for AHA BLS certification training. The online enrollment process was very easy, no hassle at all. I just printed out my receipt, grabbed a notepad, a pen, and was ready. I got to the Century Square building 15 min before class and the building was very nice and had a very professional feel. As soon as I walked into the the Fast CPR office, I was greeted by a very nice woman and the instructor who gave me a clipboard with a easy to remember summary of training and the exam. The instructor was very nice and accommodating! Before stepping into the class, you are asked to take your shoes off because the room is carpeted (I loved that the room had carpet, it was very comfortable). The view from the room was a nice bonus to the comfy atmosphere. As I waited in the room, I went over the summary sheet and looked through the BLS manual that I had purchased from them to get a head start. Class started on time and there were only 5 of us in the class! Our instructor was very funny and made us all feel comfortable from the start. We watched a few short videos and demonstrated what we were being taught. There was no need for my notepad and pen, everything was easy to remember! Before I knew it, the class was over and we were all ready to take the AHA BLS exam! Everyone finished quickly and we all passed! If you need BLS certification/re-certification, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND FAST CPR! I will definitely be back for re-certification! read more

Quick simple and easy,,,I enjoy the,class.the instructors are cute and funny!!!ill definitely go back nextime I renew my cpr certificate.and the validate parking also. read more

I needed my BLS fast...who knew 2 years would go by so quickly! Max & Roland were great! I always dread going thru BLS class (boring, role playing, watching videos) but these guys kept it light and entertaining. I actually enjoyed the class! Totally worth the price! Definitely recommend these guys! read more

Hands down to the two CPR trainors, I was hesitating first to check on them because of the yelp review. But It has advantage that they open at saturday. If you gonna go here please make sure you come ON TIME. The instruction is in the receipt, its just the corner bldg and there a parking stracture underneath it. I was drop off by my husband and walk to the century Plaza Bldg. press the 11 floor. I was lil early like 15 minutes, Because they were strick on time. When you enter, they let you check in and temp you. They see to it they practicing Covid regulation. We all have distances to each other, sanitazer is available if you need it. I like the these Group, both instructor were knowlegable, they interact to the student, they are nice and on time people. They were pretty good at what they teaching us. Thank you for accomodating my needs since I have a bad knee that day, they allow me to use a chair for my demo. I would definitely go back here. Thank you again. PS be on time or plan to arrive there early incase your not familiar with the area. Thank you. read more

If you're looking to take your CPR renewal or class, THIS is the place to do it! My first time here and I love the way the instructors teach. They are very animated and funny. You'll definitely have a great time here learning/re-learning. Highly recommended! read more

Best cpr class everythey teach us a lots of thing and great ideas. Thank you See you again .Godbless read more

My friend and I decided to take a AHA BLS class. Signing up was super easy. You can easily sign up online. We were able to sign up for a class for the very next day. They are located in Century Square (next to HPU). It was super easy to get to from the Pali exit. They also validate parking! Make sure you park in the right building. The class was pretty fast, which lasted for about an hour. I guess that's why they are called Fast CPR. Our instructor was Roland, who was great at presenting all of the information needed to pass the test. This facility also has the latest mannequins to practice with. They have lights that indicate if you are doing the chest compressions correctly and effectively. You also get your certification card/ electric copy right after passing the test. Overall, the class was fun and very informative. My friend and I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this place to get CPR certified! read more

Highly recommend.. Got it done fast.. We practiced on dummies that lit up. Free parking with validation. And the instructors are funny.. I would definitely renew my BLS here again :) read more

Cpr was great and it went quickly. I gave them 4 stars because it was very odd that they were wearing suits and ties to teach cpr. Hawaii is less formal than most places and I've never seen cpr teachers elsewhere wear suits. I think people would take them more seriously of they were dressed more appropriate for the event. Some of the others agreed that it was out of place and labeled the teachers as outsiders. read more

The class was quick yet really educational and informative. The instructor was fun and very supportive with our training definitely recommend going here for your CPR certification. It really lives up to its name! read more

Took this class today and Simon was our instructor and he was awesome. Most first aid and cpr classes take all day and thus course was done in just over 2 hours. Simon taught is how to do cpr, proper ways to do first aid and i can honestly say i wasn't bored out of my mind. The class is $85 and they validate parking read more

I did the classroom BLS course with Simon and Oguz. They both cut right to the chase and highlight the most important things to know. It takes only about an hour-hour an a half to get through everything including the test at the end. The test was easy since every topic was touched upon and emphasized by Simon and Oguz throughout the course. We used fancy dummies to practice on, both adult and infant, that blinks red or green to give you feedback on your compressions depending on if you apply the 2 in compression depth. And you get a booklet to take home all about CPR. If you're someone who values time, this is the way to go. It's the fastest I've ever had a CPR card in my hand. read more

Fast CPR has been there since I was in nursing school. Now that I'm working as an RN and utilized in many capacities and departments, I have the option of utilizing the services of the education department of Hawaii's only level one trauma center and Magnet recognized hospital. Fast CPR is quick, their teaching style is wonderful and they offer classes at very convenient times throughout the week. Now moving forward to 2020-2021, a pandemic and navigating around COVID-19. Most healthcare workers are working diligently with caring, educating and preserving the health of our patients while doing our best to keep not only ourselves, but the rest of our team, other patients, their families, the community and most of all our own families safe from this virus. We working with masks and all the equipment in challenging situations where outcomes have been devastating at times. To put it in a nutshell, it doesn't matter what department you serve in within healthcare, you're exhausted and thinking straight, remembering appointments and keeping your head on straight has been reserved for our patients and our own protection. Physically exhausting. With the pandemic, many companies have shut their doors, some for good due to shut downs, risk of transmission of the virus and clusters in the community. We as healthcare workers, once treated as heroes are at times shunned and suggested that we are carriers of this virus no matter where we go. Mentally and spiritually exhausting. With the aloha spirit, the community has come through in providing meals, discounts but most of all love towards healthcare workers. But with COVID-19 dragging on, many companies have not kept up with finances and manpower. Yet it is seen so clearly which companies are doing things from their hearts and which ones are not. Fast CPR is a business. It is about profit and making the most buck for the time. It is money making, there is no aloha or compassion/understanding at this corporation, even with shown loyalty throughout the years. It is about hard kept rules and the number of seats, why? Profit. And yes, the majority of their clientele or customers are healthcare workers. The ones that I had mentioned are physically, mentally, spiritually exhausted but still putting out because we were built with a few important things inside, love, caring, compassion, empathy, knowledge, intelligence, selflessness and probably the greatest, aloha. Fast CPR as I mentioned is a business with hard driven, black and white, cold rules. Not towards the training portion but towards their customers, as I mentioned healthcare workers. Is there any sense of gratitude toward these healthcare workers, well, maybe a glimmer but to all reading this remember, when you're tired from providing overtime to cover patients, when you're exhausted from the multiple codes that occur throughout your shift, when you're crying inside because all you have is a phone to really communicate with your spouse, your children, your family and your friends because being with them places the risk of transmission. When your anxiety level goes down which is never, because you're constantly thinking about what you might have missed, holding the hand of someone that has to pass on their own, when you've taken your COVID-19 test for the fourth or fifth time because of the many facets of being exposed. All you're left with at the end of your shift, undressing in the garage, straight to the shower, eating dinner alone in a room away from everyone and for many nightmares and insomnia. This company won't be there for you. You miss your scheduled appointment for training, well you lose your money and any heartfelt understanding. Fast CPR is a business. They do not support anything outside of their office. They are a business. Money driven, heartless business. When we eventually come out of this pandemic, myself along with all the other nurses, our family at all the other hospitals, facility and community centers. My dear friends that I've exchanged friendships with at school, at work, at trainings for our education credits, meals that we've shared at parties and you ask me if I would recommend a CPR place, anywhere can work towards and teach CPR, but if you need one with heart that supported us during these hard times, my recommendation will definitely not be Fast CPR. They want your money, but so does everyone else. Do they stand out for anything else, convenient times, but other companies/businesses could do that? Do they have heart and aloha? DEFINITELY NOT. ALL THEY WANT IS YOUR MONEY. They could obviously care less about those receiving certification going out in the community and doing something with what they teach, they just want your money. cc:: Social Media pages. read more

They do CPR right. The first time getting this requirement out of the way was quick and painless. All the important points are covered, by no means is this just a rush job. Many thanks for this service. read more

Had to update certification for CPR/AED. We found this place on a Friday and was able to get into a class the following day. Training was efficient and up to date. Instructors were knowledgable but definitely not boring. There was sufficient space to train and the space was clean and professional. I'm now food for another 2yrs but next reup I will come back to Fast CPR. read more

Like the title states "fast" is definitely how the class is taught which I don't mind. Beats sitting in a class room for 4 hours. The instructor, O, made the class very entertaining and he makes sure to help you with any questions you have. They offer AHA/BPS re-certification classes everyday. One session at 9am and the other at 12pm. Class is normally 1 hour and parking is validated so no payment necessary. read more

This is the only way to go for BLS PROVIDER r CPR recertifications... all the information you need is given In terms that are easily understood, along with a sense of humor and does not drag you through the same material you have seen over and over again at an agonizingly slow pace. Parking is on site and validated at zero cost to the customer. Thanks guys this is my second time rectifying with you. read more

Straight forward class and very informative. I accidentally let my certification lapse and needed to get a new CPR card for work (hospital). A friend gave me the name of this place and I registered everything on yelp, even payed the $85 fee through PayPal. Class was small, just the four of us and we got through everything in about 2 hours. We even got our cards at the end of the class, where a lot of places take a couple weeks to mail your card to you. I will recommend this place to everyone. The only hard time I had was parking. They validate for you but if your truck or car is taller than 6'1", then you either have to find street parking or park at Safeway up the street (free). read more

Guys....dont even look anywhere else for renewals. This is it! Parking is easy, and they validate. The class was fun and refreshing. Would definitely do this again! read more

The best CPR class I ever been too. My instructor was Ronald and Simeon they both were so funny and keeps you so engaged with their humor. The class was hands on which made it easier to understand and helped a lot with the exam. Ronald and Simeon did such a awesome job explaining everything with great detail and answered all of our question. I had so much fun it made the time fly by. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS CPR CLASS. read more

Definitely as great as their name is, FAST CPR! Straight to the point, not boring, and very informative. Made it very engaging and covered all the relative information especially living in Hawaii. Would definitely recommend read more

No one wants to take hours to do BLS renewals and these guys are to the point and make sure you know the most important things to know. I've heard horror stories about certain Hospitals in downtown about their CPR class in terms of instructors being so serious, not so friendly and unapproachable. These guys in Fast CPR are to the point, very approachable, entertaining, they don't look down on you and are very encouraging. Highly recommend this class, you won't waste your time! read more

I first got First Aid training here in Hawaii about twelve years ago through "some guy" and later found out that the card was not really an American Heart Association card (nor from any other organization that I am aware of), so because of that experience, I have to note that FastCPR gives AHA cards. Later, I was First Aid certified in Florida, but when I moved back to Hawaii and needed to re-certify, I went to FastCPR. FastCPR's classes move at a good pace. They seem to be aware that many of their students have had training before (card renewals and whatnot), and they build on that previous knowledge. Actually, from what I have heard, their other class (the BLS) caters to healthcare professionals, including doctors and nurses, so I can imagine they are pretty respectful of the fact their customers' know a lot of what they teach. On the other hand, when I did forget my previous training, my instructor easily fielded my questions, so I expect FastCPR works well with people with no previous CPR experience as well as experienced students. I remember when I got lackadaisical giving chest compressions, the instructor took the time correcting my posture, reminding me that I might find myself going for a while in an actual emergency situation. My previous CPR class in Florida and Hawaii took a couple of days or so. While FastCPR did take several hours in an afternoon, it was indeed way faster than the other CPR class I took. Part of FastCPR's speed comes from their smaller class size. My previous classes had one instructor teaching between roughly a dozen and three dozen students. My FastCPR class had one instructor for the four of us. The instructor has a quirky sense of humor that he regularly employs to make the otherwise boring and repetitive material more memorable and entertaining, and if a student is turned off by magic tricks, they can always rely on the AHA's informative videos. Enrolling was easy, and on arrival, they confirmed my name was spelled correctly on their list (so that they could fill out the First Aid card correctly) and confirmed payment. They are right next to several bus stops (I bus a lot), and the office complex has parking (my wife went to another business there). In any case, compared with my previous CPR education, FastCPR is more respectful of my time, more respectful of my previous experience, and are fast and easy to lean from. I was reminded that I should probably review FastCPR here on Yelp, because I should probably renew my First Aid card soon and will obviously be gong through them. read more

Hands down the BEST BLS (CPR/AED) class I have ever taken! Instructors are knowledgeable, quick and very funny! What I thought was gonna take all day and be miserable, turned out to be an hour and a half and fun! Everybody should go here for CPR or BLS training!! read more

Best and most efficient BLS class I've ever taken! Simon was the instructor and made the class fun and entertaining. We were done in an hour! I also did the online test, which was very straight forward and extremely detailed. I would definitely recommend Fast CPR to anyone needing it done quickly. read more

Fast and efficient! Small class, there were only two of us. A balance of video and hands on learning. Would recommend. You get your card right after the class! read more

Very great instructors. Class wasnt hard it was easy!! I will definately come back to renew!!

The instructor is informative and very experienced. The class is short and brief. Thank you and best luck.

Super easy and convenient CPR class. Big plus is getting CPR cards on the same day once class is out. The class is efficient with its time and well worth the money. The instructor is funny and makes the class fun and livens up some of the dry content. Definitely recommend. read more

Their website was full of information & answers to most of my questions. One of my questions I couldn't find I was able to call them & they helped me... Mind you I called at like 10:30pm the day before my class! I didn't think they would answer, surprisingly they did & were nice about my late night call lol. I did the blended online & in-class option & OMG it saved me so much time! I was in class for only about an hour, the online session was super detailed & helpful. Def. will come back to recert. & recommend to others! read more

The instructors were fun and the class was quick and thorough. I definitely recommend this to anyone who needs to get certified, especially if you're in a pinch for time. read more

This place is awesome, definitely would recommend coming here for your CPR certification. My instructor was O's yup that's his name. Great person. Straight to the point. Making sure we're doing it right. And funny as can be! read more

After searching thru yelp reviews I decided to go with FAST CPR because they give you the CPR card after class instead of mailing it to you like most businesses. And I'm so glad I did. Best BLS Certification class I have ever taken. Our instructor was fun and the class was very informative and straight to the point. Took a test at the end and I walked out with my CPR card 2 hours later. They also validate parking. I highly recommend FAST CPR. read more