R.A.D.

Basic Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.)

Basic Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) is a self-defense program designed for women only. This 13-hour course begins with 3-4 hours of classroom that covers topics on general safety, how to make your residence more secure, travel safety, the use of weapons, what to do after an attack and much more. Following the classroom, students will then learn hands-on techniques (8-9 hours). The techniques portion includes blocks, punches, kicks, defense against bearhugs and wrist grabs, and ground defense. Participants are given the opportunity to practice techniques with static and dynamic pad drills. Each student will be provided with a student manual.

Advanced R.A.D.

The advanced R.A.D. class takes up where the basic class leaves off. Additional strikes, take-downs, enhanced options for ground defense, and defense against multiple attackers are just a part of what makes up this class. Additional focus is given to the use of leverage and balance displacement to overcome size differences between students and potential attackers. The entire advanced class is 16 hours. The Basic R.A.D. class is a prerequisite for the advanced class.

Combined Aerosol/Keychain Defense

Aerosol Defense is taught as a combination six hour class with Keychain Defense. Aerosol Defense addresses the use of oleoresin capsicum aka. OC or pepper spray) as a tool for self-defense. Participants will learn how to select pepper spray, the effects of wind and weather on aerosol defense options, the hazards of using them, and defensive techniques used in combination with aerosol defense. Keychain Defense addresses methods of carrying a defensive keychain, strikes using a defensive keychain, and a variety of defensive techniques using both the Kubaton style keychain and the flashlight style keychain. The Basic RAD or the Gender Inclusive Basic Self Defense Course is a prerequisite for Aerosol/Keychain Defense.

Review and Simulation

The review and simulation provides registrants with an opportunity to review techniques from the previous courses they have attended. Simulation  follows the review. During simulation, students are given the opportunity to utilize techniques taught in the RAD/Self-Defense courses to fend off an attack by an aggressor (instructors trained in conducting simulation exercises). Simulation is recorded and reviewed at the end of class to allow participants to review their technique. Basic RAD or the Gender Inclusive Basic Self Defense Course is a prerequisite.

Who Can Participate?

These courses are open to women ages 11 and up. However, women 11 through 17 years of age MUST be accompanied by a female parent or guardian. Parents wishing to put their daughters through these courses should consider their child’s emotional maturity level prior to enrolling them. These courses do discuss rape, sexual assault, and other sexual situations.

What do participants think about R.A.D.?

The following quotes were taken from R.A.D. participants’ evaluation forms:

  • This course far surpassed all expectations.
  • Great experience, a very thorough and sensitive instructor.
  • Great program! I feel so much more confident & prepared.
  • The instructors all were very supportive and really made me believe that I can survive.

What makes this program stand out among other self-defense programs?

  • Free return and practice policy. This allows you to retake the course free of charge anywhere in the world where the program is offered.
  • This course is offered free of charge.
  • Certified instructors.
  • Student receives hands-on training through simulated attacks.

How to sign up

Complete the online registration form located on the course schedule page. Individuals without internet access may contact Officer James Young at (573) 884-7809.

Sponsors

These courses are offered for FREE thanks to the sponsors listed below. This training was made possible by the following groups & people: