At Academy Safe, the safety of martial arts students, instructors, and visitors in the United States and Canada is our top priority. In our mission to ensure safe training environments, we’ve partnered with Avive, a leader in life-saving AED technology, to make sure that martial arts academies across the country have access to high-quality defibrillators.

AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) are critical devices in any environment where physical activity is intense and participants’ heart rates elevate quickly—places like martial arts academies. By providing AEDs and empowering staff with essential training, we can make sure that help is always close at hand in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Here’s why AEDs are essential for every academy and how Avive and Academy Safe are making this life-saving vision a reality.

Why AEDs Are Essential in Martial Arts Academies

Martial arts training, like other high-intensity sports, requires rigorous physical exertion that can put stress on the heart, especially for young athletes who may not be aware of underlying heart conditions. According to the National Library of Medicine, sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in athletes during exercise. In fact, young athletes are particularly vulnerable—1 in 300 has an undiagnosed heart condition that could lead to SCA during intense activity.

The American Heart Association (AHA) reports that more than 15% of Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrests (OHCAs) happen in public places. Public access to AEDs and community-wide training are crucial steps in providing the early defibrillation that can save lives. Research shows that 9 in 10 cardiac arrest victims who receive an AED shock within the first minute survive, and immediate CPR combined with AED use can double or even triple survival rates.

Our Commitment to Safer Academies Through Our Partnership with Avive

At Academy Safe, we believe that equipping academies with AEDs is not just an enhancement—it’s a necessity. That’s why we’ve partnered with Avive, a trusted AED provider whose mission aligns with ours: to make life-saving equipment accessible and user-friendly. Through this partnership, we’re working to ensure that AEDs become standard in every martial arts academy affiliated with Academy Safe, giving instructors, students, and visitors the best possible chance in case of an emergency.

“Partnering with Academy Safe reinforces our mission to make AED technology accessible to every community,” said Katerina Miras, VP of Marketing at Avive Solutions. “We’re proud that our Avive Connect AED is the first device capable of alerting 911 directly while transmitting real-time incident data to first responders. For martial arts studios, this means not just preparedness but an immediate and proactive response to any cardiac emergency.”

Avive’s AED technology is not only advanced but also designed for quick, intuitive use by anyone, regardless of their medical training. With features that guide users through the life-saving process, Avive’s AEDs empower everyday people to act quickly and effectively when seconds count.

How AEDs Help Build a Culture of Safety in Martial Arts

Having an AED on hand is about more than just responding to a medical emergency—it sends a message that student safety is a top priority. The presence of an AED encourages a culture of awareness, responsibility, and preparedness. When instructors and students know they have the tools and training to respond to a cardiac emergency, they are empowered to take control in the critical moments that could mean the difference between life and death.

Join Us in Making Martial Arts Safer

Academy Safe and Avive are committed to making martial arts training safer by equipping academies with essential AEDs and promoting life-saving education. Together, we can raise awareness, prepare instructors, and provide academies with the tools they need to keep everyone safe. Let’s ensure that every academy has the resources to support a culture of health and safety for all. Visit our website to register your academy today! 

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