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R.A.D. Self Defense Class

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Basic Physical Defense (min. 9 hours)

The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. The R.A.D. System teaches the basics of hands-on defense training taught by certified R.A.D. instructors. R.A.D. manuals are provided to course participants, outlining the entire physical defense program.




The Rape Aggression Defense System for Women is a program of realistic, self-defense tactics and techniques. RAD Systems provides comprehensive courses that begin with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. 

R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by certified RAD Instructors and provide you with a workbook/reference manual. This manual outlines the entire Physical Defense Program for reference and continuous personal growth. The RAD System of physical defense is currently being taught at many colleges and universities. The growing, wide spread acceptance of this system is primarily due to the ease, simplicity and effectiveness of our tactics, solid research, legal defensibly and unique teaching methodology. 


The RAD Systems is dedicated to teaching defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy, effective and proven self-defense/martial arts tactics. Our system of realistic defense will provide participants with the knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance.

Safety and survival in today’s world requires a definite course of action. We provide effective options, by teaching participants to take an active role in their own self-defense and psychological well being.


R.A.D. Provides




  • Reliable, professional training by certified instructors


  • Practical self-defense options that specifically apply to gender physiology and mind set


  • R.A.D. is a comprehensive program emphasizing awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance


  • A continuum of strategies to counteract assaults by strangers and acquaintances


  • Integrity and compassion for participants


  • In case a participant needs assistance with a past or future incidents, in-house (VUPD) Instructors can provide quick and knowledgeable access to university and other local resources


  • Lifetime guarantee for education and practice








The equipment used for this class was made possible by a Rise VT Mini Grant Project. Thank you to Rise VT for your continued support. 

* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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