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Academy-Trained 🌳 The most immersive tree industry community and training platform. Built by experts for professionals to raise standards in safety, skill, and innovation.
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For years the industry asked for this. Now it’s here: the training you’ve been waiting for 🎖️

08/10/2026

🌲 Louisville, we’re coming!

This October, AKA and Academy Trained are bringing our passion for professional tree care, education, and training to Equip Expo 2026.

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your skills, earn CEUs, explore new opportunities, or simply connect with others who live and breathe the tree care industry, you’ll want to find us at the Tree Care Arena.

📍 Kentucky Exposition Center
📅 October 20–23, 2026
🌳 Tree Care Arena

Come say hello, meet the team, and see what AKA and Academy Trained are all about.

Four days. One incredible industry. Endless opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

We’ll see you in Louisville! 🤝🌲

Every crew says they have a rescue plan but here's the real question:Has anyone actually practiced it?An aerial rescue i...
07/24/2026

Every crew says they have a rescue plan but here's the real question:

Has anyone actually practiced it?

An aerial rescue isn't something you want to figure out under pressure. When a climber is injured or becomes suspended, every second matters.

Stress changes the way we think. Communication becomes harder. Simple tasks suddenly feel complicated. That's why experienced crews don't just talk about rescue, they rehearse it.

Ask yourself:
✔️ Does everyone know who takes the lead?
✔️ Can your ground crew explain the rescue plan without looking at notes?
✔️ Has your team practiced the rescue using the equipment they carry every day?

A rescue plan isn't complete because it's written down. It's complete when the entire crew knows exactly what to do.

💬 Question for the community:
How often does you or your crew practice aerial rescue scenarios?

The tree doesn't care how many years you've been climbing.It doesn't care how many removals you've completed.It doesn't ...
07/23/2026

The tree doesn't care how many years you've been climbing.
It doesn't care how many removals you've completed.
It doesn't care how confident you feel.

Every tree is different.
Every job site changes.
Every decision matters.

One of the most dangerous moments in any career isn't the first day. It's the day someone believes they've seen it all.

The best arborists stay curious.
They ask questions.
They review the plan.
They challenge assumptions.

Not because they doubt themselves, but because they respect the work. Experience is valuable, but only if it's paired with continuous learning.

The strongest professionals never graduate from being students.Near the end of the day, that's the mindset we're trying to build every time we train.

💬 What's one lesson the job taught you that no classroom ever could?

🚨 Ready to step up when it matters most? 🚨Join us for an intensive, hands-on Aerial Rescue Competency Certification, des...
03/30/2026

🚨 Ready to step up when it matters most? 🚨

Join us for an intensive, hands-on Aerial Rescue Competency Certification, designed for climbers, arborists, and safety professionals who want to master real-world emergency response in high-risk environments. 🌲🧗‍♂️

This isn’t just a class, it’s a full-day, high-impact training experience where you’ll:

🔹 Learn critical aerial rescue techniques used in real emergencies
🔹 Train with industry experts in a controlled but challenging environment
🔹 Practice live rescue scenarios that push your decision-making and technical skills
🔹 Build confidence working at height under pressure
🔹 Walk away with recognized competency certification

🗓 Date: April 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Woodland, California
💲 Investment: $175

Whether you're sharpening your skills or preparing for the unexpected, this training will test your limits and elevate your readiness.

⚠️ Limited spots available, don’t wait until it’s too late.
👉 Secure your place now and be the one others can rely on when every second counts.
Register here: https://www.academy-trained.com/events/aerial-rescue-competency-certification

"Train Till No One Dies." ✊If a climber goes down, is your crew ready to respond immediately?On April 3rd, we’re hosting...
03/27/2026

"Train Till No One Dies." ✊

If a climber goes down, is your crew ready to respond immediately?

On April 3rd, we’re hosting a one-day, hands-on Aerial Rescue Certification. No fluff, no long PowerPoints, just real-world scenarios designed to test your ability to perform under pressure.

What you’ll master:
✅ Scene assessment & emergency comms
✅ Rapid victim access
✅ Secure stabilization & transfer
✅ Precision controlled descents

📍 Bailey’s, Woodland, CA
🗓️ Friday, April 3 | 8 AM - 3:30 PM
💰 $175 | Earn your CEUs

Space is strictly limited to ensure every participant gets the evaluation they deserve. Don't wait until an emergency to find out if you're ready.

Register here: https://www.academy-trained.com/events/aerial-rescue-competency-certification

WorkHardPlaySafe

03/26/2026

"I've got you, bro" is not a rescue plan. 🚫🧗‍♂️

Come join us and get the skills to back up the talk. We’re heading to Woodland, CA for the Aerial Rescue Competency Certification and it’s going to be a wild, hands-on day.

Join us on April 3rd at Bailey’s in Woodland for a day of dangling, dropping (controlled, of course), and dominating the Aerial Rescue Competency Certification. This isn't a "sit and nod" lecture.

It’s a "get your gear on and prove it" kind of day. We’re doing real-world scenarios, because the tree doesn't care if you've read the manual, it cares if you can get your buddy down.

The Deets:
📍 Bailey’s – Woodland, CA
🗓️ Friday, April 3 (8:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
💰 Event Ticket Rate: $175
📜 CEUs available

Train Till No One Dies. 🌲💪
Register here: https://www.academy-trained.com/events/aerial-rescue-competency-certification

If you attend ArborEXPO ’26 next week, you’ll get to hear from industry leaders like Jared Abrojena ()! 🌲🙌As the Preside...
03/17/2026

If you attend ArborEXPO ’26 next week, you’ll get to hear from industry leaders like Jared Abrojena ()! 🌲🙌

As the President and Co-Founder of Academy Trained (.trained), Jared is a powerhouse in the tree care world. He is a Certified Arborist and an internationally recognized competitor, with prestigious titles as a past ITCC World Champion and NATCC Champion.

Don’t miss this chance to learn high-level skills from one of the best in the business.

Event Details:
📍 Location: The Big E | West Springfield, MA
🗓️ Dates: March 26-27, 2026 (Workshops begin Wednesday, March 25)
🏗️ Features: 160 Exhibitors, live demos, and industry-leading CEUs

The countdown is on—register your team today by clicking the link in the bio.

01/28/2026

Rigging. Real trees. Real skills. 💪🌳

Day 1 in Butte, MT brought together an elite crew of instructors, hands-on training, and a shared mission to push the arboriculture industry forward. From setting access lines to dialing in rigging operations, this was all about learning by doing. This is what investing in education, safety, and the future of tree work looks like. 🌎⚙️

Stay tuned — this was just the beginning. 👀🔥

Still time to sign up on www.academy-trained.com. Supported by and CEUs available. Located at Cal-line equipment Sacra...
01/06/2026

Still time to sign up on www.academy-trained.com. Supported by and CEUs available. Located at Cal-line equipment Sacramento

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