Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.)

What is R.A.D.? Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) is a self-defense program designed for women only. This course is 12 to 13 hours in length. The course begins with a classroom portion 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. Each student will be provided with a student manual. We then get into hands on self-defense. We will begin with blocks, work to punches and kicks, and finish up with ground defense. The course then ends with simulation training. Simulation training gives you the opportunity to put together all you have learned. This is the time you get to put the punches and kicks together in a simulated attack by the R.A.D. instructors. Who Can Participate? R.A.D. is open to women ages 11 and up. Women 11 through 16 years of age MUST be accompanied by a female parent or guardian. 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. Class Dates and Times Day(s) Class Enrollment Citizen Response to Active Threat Incidents May 21, 2012 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Monday Open Basic July 28 & 29, 2012 (11:00am - 5:30pm) Sat & Sun Open Basic September 17, 19, & 21, 2012 (5:30pm - 9:45pm) Sat & Sun Open Advanced October 23, 25, 30 & November 1, 2012 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Tues & Thurs for Two Weeks Open Basic November 3 & 4, 2012 (11:00am - 5:30pm) Sat & Sun Open Aerosol/Keychain November 11, 2012 (11:00am - 5:00pm) Sunday Open RAD for Men November 5, 7, & 9, 2012 (5:30pm - 9:45pm) Mon, Wed, Fri Open Weapons Defense * November 28, 2012 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Wednesday Open Basic January 14, 16, & 18, 2013 (5:30pm - 9:45pm) Mon, Wed, Fri Open Basic February 23 & 24, 2013 (11:00am - 5:30pm) Sat & Sun Open RAD for Men February 16 & 17, 2013 (11:00am - 5:30pm) Sat & Sun Open Advanced March 4, 6, 11, & 13, 2013 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Mon & Wed for Two Weeks Open Basic April 8, 10, 12, 2013 (5:30pm - 9:45pm) Mon, Wed, & Fri Open Weapons Defense * April 20, 2013 (1:00pm - 5:00pm) Saturday Open Basic Techniques Review RETURNERS ONLY April 22, 2013 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Monday Open Basic Simulation RETURNERS ONLY April 26, 2013 (5:30pm - 9:30pm) Friday Open Aerosol/Keychain April 28, 2013 (11:00am - 5:00pm) Sunday Open Car Care TBA** Sat or Sun Open RAD for Seniors TBA*** Two 1.5 Hour Sessions Per Week for Five Weeks Open *RAD Basic OR RAD for Men are prerequisites for this class. **Due to the small number of students requesting the Car Care Clinic, we will schedule a course once we receive at least five requests. Car Care Clinics are always taught in four to five hour blocks on a Saturday or Sunday typically in the early afternoon. Please specify in the comments which day is best for you. ***Due to the small number of students requesting RAD for Seniors, we will schedule a course once we receive at least five requests. RAD for Seniors is taught in ten 1.5 hour blocks. This will likely be accomplished with two 1.5 hour sessions over a five week period. Please specify in the comments which daya are best for you. For more information on Advanced and Aerosol/Keychain Defense Classes See the Advanced Site HOW TO SIGN UP: Complete the online pre-registration FORM. Individuals without internet access may contact Sergeant April Colvin at (573) 882-5925.   We also offer a Car Care Clinic, Advanced RAD, and RAD Aerosol/Keychain Defense classes. Click the link below for more information on these classes. Additional Classes These courses are offered for FREE thanks to the sponsors listed below. This training was made possible by the following groups & people: University of Missouri-Columbia Police Department Parking and Transportation MSA/GPC Residential Life University Bookstore Office of Student Life - Campus Activities MU Parents Association Wellness Resource Center & A.D.A.P.T. Counseling Center Missouri Alumni Association Women's Center