A PEMBROKESHIRE first aid training provider is inviting families to swap a few hours of screen time for potentially lifesaving skills this summer, with the launch of a new series of Family First Aid and Lifesaving Sessions.

Way Out West (WOW) First Aid Training has created the interactive sessions to give parents, grandparents and children the confidence to respond in an emergency, while enjoying a fun and practical learning experience together during the school holidays.

The three local sessions during August are designed to teach essential skills that every family should know, including how to recognise an emergency, when and how to call 999, CPR, the recovery position, how to help someone who is choking, and basic wound care and bandaging.

Session times are as follows:

Monday, August 24, 10am-1pm at the Pater Hall, Pembroke Dock.

Tuesday, August 25, 1.30-4.30pm at the Giraldus Centre, Manorbier.

Wednesday, August 26, 10am-1pm at The Queens Hall, Narberth.

Founder Tracy Law believes first aid should be a life skill rather than something only learned in the workplace.

“Most medical emergencies happen in the home or involve someone we know and love,” Tracy explained. “In those first few minutes before an ambulance arrives, knowing what to do can make an enormous difference. These sessions are about giving families the confidence to act rather than feeling helpless.”

The family-friendly format has been designed to keep children engaged through practical activities and demonstrations, allowing them to learn alongside the adults who care for them.

“As a former paediatric nurse and educator, I've seen first-hand how empowering it is when children are included in learning,” Tracy said. “Young people are incredibly capable of understanding simple lifesaving techniques, and by learning together as a family, everyone leaves with greater confidence.”

The initiative forms part of Way Out West First Aid Training's wider mission to make first aid education more accessible across Pembrokeshire and West Wales. The organisation has become well known for delivering practical, engaging training to businesses, schools, community groups and families, with the aim of helping more people feel prepared to respond in an emergency.

Tracy added: “We hope every family leaves feeling more confident, more prepared and reassured that, if the unthinkable happened, they would know how to help.”

Places are limited to ensure everyone has plenty of opportunity for hands-on practice.

Families interested in attending can find out more, check prices and book their places by contacting Way Out West First Aid Training or following the organisation on social media.

This summer, instead of simply making memories together, families have the opportunity to learn skills that could one day save the life of someone they love.