Real Training
That Saves Lives.
CPR • BLS • ACLS • PALS
•First Aid • AVIRT
Real Life
Training for Real
Life Situations
• CPR • First Aid
• AVIRT
Training Arizona with experience you can trust.
Why Choose Us?
We believe life-saving training should be more than a certification card. Our experienced medical instructors make complex information practical, memorable, and easy to apply — so you leave class feeling confident in the skills you've learned.
Real-World Medical Experience
Learn from instructors who understand how these skills are actually used—not just how they're taught in a textbook.
Hands-On & Engaging
We keep training practical, interactive, and memorable so you're actively learning, not just watching slides.
Confidence That Lasts Beyond the Classroom
Our goal isn't simply to get you certified. It's for you to leave knowing what to do when your skills are actually needed.
Our Classes
From healthcare certifications to CPR, First Aid, and active violence response training, we offer practical, hands-on classes designed for both medical professionals and the general public. Our goal is simple: make training engaging, useful, and as painless as possible.
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BLS Provider
ACLS Provider
PALS Provider
Triples — BLS, ACLS & PALS in One DayAmerican Heart Association certification for healthcare professionals.
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Hands-on CPR, AED & First Aid training for individuals, families, teachers, coaches, childcare providers, workplace teams, and anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency.
Learn adult, child, and infant CPR, choking response, AED use, bleeding control, tourniquet application, and practical first aid skills.
Private group training available.
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ItePractical, scenario-based training that prepares individuals and organizations to respond during active violence events. Learn Escape, Evade & Attack strategies, weapon disarming techniques, and life-saving bleeding control skills.
Private group training available.
Balance Training Academy Team
Tora Gerrick CNM, RN, BSN, CEP, Founder, Medical Director & Instructor
Tora brings decades of healthcare experience as a paramedic, nurse practitioner, and nurse midwife. An authorized American Heart Association instructor, she's known for making complex medical information practical, memorable, and easy to apply. Her engaging, light-hearted teaching style keeps even serious content approachable—and even seasoned healthcare professionals leave her classes having learned something new.
Danielle Haines, Midwife Director of Operations & Instructor
Danielle is a midwife and authorized American Heart Association instructor with years of experience caring for people in both routine and emergency situations. She oversees the day-to-day operations of Balance Training Academy and is passionate about making life-saving skills approachable, practical, and empowering. Danielle brings a supportive, down-to-earth teaching style to the classroom so students leave feeling confident—not intimidated.
What People are Saying
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“Tora Gerrick is hands down the best American Heart instructor I have EVER had. My first class with her was a PALS course. I was blown away at how well she presented the information. The environment is relaxed and comfortable and she makes learning fun! When it was time to renew my ACLS, I actually looked forward to taking her course. ie was the first time I didn't dread going. And the first time everything finally made complete sense. I have worked in the OR for 22 years and thanks to Tora I feel like my practice is better than ever. I am confident in my skills an I had a great time while learning. She is the BEST!”
Boni Sebastiano, RN
“As a licensed clinician for over 12 years, I can say, without a doubt, that this is the most effective CPR and first aid class I have ever taken. Whereas, in the past, I would write down all of the numbers and do my best to memorize them, with this class, the information was presented in such a straightforward, relevant manner, I am confident I will retain it. I would not hesitate to step in, to support someone who is dealing with a medical emergency, now. And, I can’t say I have always felt that way, after CPR classes, in the past. I highly recommend this BLS class, CPR class, and first aid class with Danielle!”
Jennifer, Licensed Midwife
“I got to spend today with Tora. I can't tell you what number recertification this is for ACLS, PALS and BLS but this is the best one ever! Not only is she extremely knowledgeable but she is able to break down the knowledge and skills in a way that's easy to understand. HIGHLY recommend for law enforcement, EMTS and Medics that are not necessarily on a rig as well as on the rig. I promise you won't be disappointed. 5 stars!”
K.J.
“I cannot say enough good things about Tora Gerrick's IV training course. I can say with honesty that I am no longer intimidated by the patient's that are a "hard stick". I worked at a surgery center for 5 years at which time I was placing Iv's daily. I had no idea that there was a tried-and-true technique that will make you successful with every patient you see! I am beyond thankful to Tora for her excellent training course.”
Laura Wilda, RN
“Thank you so much for presenting PALS very well and down to earth. For years after having my kids I just would shut down with just about anything meds related and the way you presented everything was so awesome. I felt like I was able to think clearly and I feel much more confident now that I did before.”