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SUMMARY:Advanced Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Advanced Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense Course \nHave you taken our first Fight Like a Girl Women’s Self-Defense class? Take your confidence\, awareness\, and defensive skills to the next level in our Advanced Women’s Self-Defense Course\, led by experienced officers from the Hammond Police Department. This hands-on training is designed to empower participants through realistic instruction\, practical techniques\, and scenario-based application focused on personal safety and real-world preparedness. \nParticipants will build on core defensive principles while developing stronger response strategies in high-stress situations. \nCourse topics include: \n• Advanced Situational Awareness\n• Defensive Positioning & Movement\n• Threat Recognition and Response Levels\n• Practical Self-Defense Techniques\n• Verbal De-escalation Strategies\n• Scenario-Based Training Exercises\n• Realistic Application and Confidence Building \nThis course emphasizes empowerment\, preparedness\, and the ability to respond effectively under pressure in a supportive and professional environment. \nClass Cost: $15\nT-Shirts Available for Purchase\nAges 12+ \nRefund & Rescheduling Policy: \n• With at least 24-hour notice\, participants may choose either a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or one complimentary class reschedule.\n• Cancellations made less than 24 hours before class are not eligible for a refund but may receive one complimentary reschedule.\n• Refunds are not available for cancellations of rescheduled classes or requests made after the scheduled class date.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/advanced-fight-like-a-girl/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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UID:20269-1792224000-1792238400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Heartsaver Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who want to be prepared in the event of an emergency. \nWHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? \n\n\n\nDescribe how high-quality CPR improves survival\nExplain the concepts of the Chain of Survival\nRecognize when someone needs CPR\nPerform high-quality CPR for an adult\nDescribe how to perform CPR with help from others\nGive effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on an adult\nPerform high-quality CPR for a child*\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on a child*\nPerform high-quality CPR for an infant*\nDescribe when and how to help a choking adult or child\nDemonstrate how to help a choking infant*
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-heartsaver-10-17/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T190000
DTSTAMP:20261002T183335Z
CREATED:20260619T212323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T183335Z
UID:19898-1792238400-1792263600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:MAACtoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 1st Annual MAACtoberfest\, a brand-new community celebration benefiting first responders and the lifesaving training they receive at the MAAC Foundation!\n\nTaking place Saturday\, October 17 from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM and Sunday\, October 18 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM\, MAACtoberfest will transform Heroes Hangout and the surrounding outdoor areas behind Heroes Hangout\, the new HQ Building\, and Kathryn Hall into a festive Oktoberfest-style gathering space filled with food\, music\, games\, and community spirit.\n\nGuests can enjoy:\n• Live German music and entertainment\n• Outdoor games and activities\n• German food and local favorites\n• German beer alongside domestic beer selections\n• Outdoor gathering spaces and family-friendly fun\n\nWhether you’re coming for the music\, the food\, the beer\, or simply to support a great cause\, MAACtoberfest offers a unique way to celebrate the season while giving back to the men and women who serve our communities. All proceeds from this inaugural event directly benefit first responder training and programs at the MAAC Foundation.\n\nRaise a stein\, enjoy the festivities\, and help us support those who serve!
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/maactoberfest/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261018T170000
DTSTAMP:20261002T183207Z
CREATED:20260619T212428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T183207Z
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SUMMARY:MAACtoberfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 1st Annual MAACtoberfest\, a brand-new community celebration benefiting first responders and the lifesaving training they receive at the MAAC Foundation!\n\nTaking place Saturday\, October 17 from 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM and Sunday\, October 18 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM\, MAACtoberfest will transform Heroes Hangout and the surrounding outdoor areas behind Heroes Hangout\, the new HQ Building\, and Kathryn Hall into a festive Oktoberfest-style gathering space filled with food\, music\, games\, and community spirit.\n\nGuests can enjoy:\n• Live German music and entertainment\n• Outdoor games and activities\n• German food and local favorites\n• German beer alongside domestic beer selections\n• Outdoor gathering spaces and family-friendly fun\n\nWhether you’re coming for the music\, the food\, the beer\, or simply to support a great cause\, MAACtoberfest offers a unique way to celebrate the season while giving back to the men and women who serve our communities. All proceeds from this inaugural event directly benefit first responder training and programs at the MAAC Foundation.\n\nRaise a stein\, enjoy the festivities\, and help us support those who serve!
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/maactoberfest-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20261002T182556Z
CREATED:20261002T181650Z
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UID:20706-1793813400-1793822400@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Our ‘Fight Like a Girl’ Women’s Self-Defense Course is back! \nTaught by officers from Hammond Police Department\, this class teaches important components like \n\nSituational Awareness\nDefensive Stances\nStages of Response\nSelf-Defense Techniques\nand Scenario-Based Application\n\nClass cost is $10 and T-Shirts will be available for sale. \nAges 12+ \nRefund and Rescheduling Policy: \n\nWith at least 24-hour notice\, you may choose between a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or a complimentary class reschedule.\nIf notice is provided less than 24 hours before the class\, refunds are not available\, but you are eligible for one complimentary class reschedule.\nYou will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel a rescheduled class or request to cancel after the scheduled class date.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/flag-9-23-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTAMP:20260901T192311Z
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SUMMARY:The ISO Grading Schedule A Guide to Improving Your Community’s Fire Protection Class
DESCRIPTION:Date:\nNovember 5\, 2026\n8:30AM – 4:30PM \nLocation:\nMAAC Foundation\n4203 Montdale Park Drive\,\nValparaiso\, IN 46383 \nRegistration: To ensure we have sufficient space for what we expect will be a large turnout\, please register by October 30th\, 2026. \nRecommended For: Fire Department Personnel\, City Officials\, Communication Center Officials\, and Water Utility Officials \nYou have had your ISO evaluation completed and have the results. Now what? This course will take an in depth look at the grading schedule. If you are looking to improve your PPC score or prepare for an evaluation\, this class will help you identify what is needed for that to happen. \nThe course is taught by Randy Downs\, region manager for Verisk/ISO Irene Tiscareno\, local field representative. \nThis course will be a great opportunity to understand how to improve the score for your community\, gain a better\nunderstanding of the ISO process and receive the newest updates from ISO. \nSeats are limited to 50 so register today! \nFor Registration Questions: Ward Barnett\, ward@maacfoundation.org\, 219-510-9111 \nCost to attend: Free
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/the-iso-grading-schedule-a-guide-to-improving-your-communitys-fire-protection-class-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Fire
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T150823Z
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SUMMARY:Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED and Stop the Bleed
DESCRIPTION:Would you know what to do in an emergency? \nLearn Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED and Stop the Bleed in one hands-on class at the MAAC Foundation. No prior experience is required\, and the CPR and AED training follows American Heart Association guidelines and standards. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nHeartsaver CPR & AED \n\nHands-on CPR: adults\, child\, infant\nAED Use: adults\, child\, infant\nChoking Response: adults\, child\, infant\n\nFirst Aid \n\nBleeding and bandaging\nStroke\nHeart attack\nFainting\nDiabetes emergencies\nSeizures\nOpioid overdose\nMedical Emergencies\nAnaphylactic Allergy intervention\nBurns\nDrowning response and prevention\n\nStop the Bleed \n\nHow to recognize life-threatening bleeding\nHow to apply pressure\nProper bandaging techniques\nHow to use bleeding control equipment\nWhen and how to use a tourniquet\n\nCertification \nParticipants who successfully complete the required portions of the training will receive a Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification\, along with a Stop the Bleed certificate of participation. \nWhy Take This Class? \nEmergencies can happen anywhere: at home\, at work\, at school\, at a sporting event or in the community. You don’t have to be a medical professional or first responder to make a difference. \nRefunds and Rescheduling: \n\nWith at least 24-hour notice\, you may choose between a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or a complimentary class reschedule.\nIf notice is provided less than 24 hours before the class\, refunds are not available\, but you are eligible for one complimentary class reschedule.\nYou will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel a rescheduled class or request to cancel after the scheduled class date.\n\nPlease note: The class is subject to cancellation in cases of low enrollment; participants will be notified and have the opportunity for a refund or rescheduling. \nClass Location:\nMAAC Foundation\n4203 Montdale Park Drive\nValparaiso\, IN 46383 \nIf you have any questions about your registration or the class\, please contact us at (219) 510-9111 or programs@maacfoundation.org. \nLearn more about the MAAC Foundation and how our nonprofit benefits first responders: www.maacfoundation.org 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed-and-stop-the-bleed/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261216T173000
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DTSTAMP:20261002T183626Z
CREATED:20261002T181746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T183626Z
UID:20708-1797442200-1797451200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Fight Like a Girl Women's Self-Defense Class
DESCRIPTION:Our ‘Fight Like a Girl’ Women’s Self-Defense Course is back! \nTaught by officers from Hammond Police Department\, this class teaches important components like \n\nSituational Awareness\nDefensive Stances\nStages of Response\nSelf-Defense Techniques\nand Scenario-Based Application\n\nClass cost is $10 and T-Shirts will be available for sale. \nAges 12+ \nRefund and Rescheduling Policy: \n\nWith at least 24-hour notice\, you may choose between a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or a complimentary class reschedule.\nIf notice is provided less than 24 hours before the class\, refunds are not available\, but you are eligible for one complimentary class reschedule.\nYou will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel a rescheduled class or request to cancel after the scheduled class date.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/flag-12-16/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T183307Z
CREATED:20260707T183307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T183307Z
UID:20271-1797667200-1797681600@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:CPR Heartsaver Certification Course
DESCRIPTION:The American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR AED course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who want to be prepared in the event of an emergency. \nWHAT DOES THIS COURSE TEACH? \n\n\n\nDescribe how high-quality CPR improves survival\nExplain the concepts of the Chain of Survival\nRecognize when someone needs CPR\nPerform high-quality CPR for an adult\nDescribe how to perform CPR with help from others\nGive effective breaths using mouth-to-mouth or a mask for all age groups\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on an adult\nPerform high-quality CPR for a child*\nDemonstrate how to use an AED on a child*\nPerform high-quality CPR for an infant*\nDescribe when and how to help a choking adult or child\nDemonstrate how to help a choking infant*
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/cpr-heartsaver-12-19/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270121T193000
DTSTAMP:20261002T182222Z
CREATED:20260522T180649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T182222Z
UID:19809-1800552600-1800559800@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Kids Self-Defense
DESCRIPTION:A parent’s first job is ensure the safety of their children. This class will give instruction on situational awareness and teach skills to help children to defend themselves. Taught by officers from Hammond Police Department\, this class teaches important components like:\n\nSituational Awareness\nDefensive Stances\nStages of Response\nSelf-Defense Techniques\nScenario-Based Application\n\nClass cost is $15 \nAges: This class is geared for kids ages 8-14.
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/kids-self-defense/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20270123T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20270123T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T150856Z
CREATED:20261007T150856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T150856Z
UID:20749-1800691200-1800709200@maacfoundation.org
SUMMARY:Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED and Stop the Bleed
DESCRIPTION:Would you know what to do in an emergency? \nLearn Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED and Stop the Bleed in one hands-on class at the MAAC Foundation. No prior experience is required\, and the CPR and AED training follows American Heart Association guidelines and standards. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nHeartsaver CPR & AED \n\nHands-on CPR: adults\, child\, infant\nAED Use: adults\, child\, infant\nChoking Response: adults\, child\, infant\n\nFirst Aid \n\nBleeding and bandaging\nStroke\nHeart attack\nFainting\nDiabetes emergencies\nSeizures\nOpioid overdose\nMedical Emergencies\nAnaphylactic Allergy intervention\nBurns\nDrowning response and prevention\n\nStop the Bleed \n\nHow to recognize life-threatening bleeding\nHow to apply pressure\nProper bandaging techniques\nHow to use bleeding control equipment\nWhen and how to use a tourniquet\n\nCertification \nParticipants who successfully complete the required portions of the training will receive a Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED certification\, along with a Stop the Bleed certificate of participation. \nWhy Take This Class? \nEmergencies can happen anywhere: at home\, at work\, at school\, at a sporting event or in the community. You don’t have to be a medical professional or first responder to make a difference. \nRefunds and Rescheduling: \n\nWith at least 24-hour notice\, you may choose between a refund (minus a 10% processing fee) or a complimentary class reschedule.\nIf notice is provided less than 24 hours before the class\, refunds are not available\, but you are eligible for one complimentary class reschedule.\nYou will not be eligible for a refund if you cancel a rescheduled class or request to cancel after the scheduled class date.\n\nPlease note: The class is subject to cancellation in cases of low enrollment; participants will be notified and have the opportunity for a refund or rescheduling. \nClass Location:\nMAAC Foundation\n4203 Montdale Park Drive\nValparaiso\, IN 46383 \nIf you have any questions about your registration or the class\, please contact us at (219) 510-9111 or programs@maacfoundation.org. \nLearn more about the MAAC Foundation and how our nonprofit benefits first responders: www.maacfoundation.org 
URL:https://maacfoundation.org/class/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed-and-stop-the-bleed-2/
LOCATION:MAAC Foundation First Responder Training Campus\, 4203 Montdale Park Drive\, Valparaiso\, IN\, 46383\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,CPR
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