Outdoor and Rec Athletics 0120 - R.A.D. Keychain for Women

R.A.D. Keychain Defense Options (KDO) is an addendum the R.A.D. women's self defense program that works best for students who have already acquired the unarmed physical components from RAD #0118. This course centers methods of defense around a handheld keychain device called a Kubotan. Developed by Mr. Takayuki Kubota (b.1934), this object for defense is inspired by a concealed short range weapon of Japanese origin. Adapted to modern specifications, this tool offers women additional options in adverse situations to avoid or escape immanent assault by an attacker using various hand techniques. RAD Keychain is an 8 hour program that meets weekly on Fridays for ONLY 2 consecutive weeks with additional "floating" day determined in-class. TAKE CAREFUL NOTICE OF THE SPECIFIC DATES LISTED. Prerequisites: Completion of R.A.D. (BSD) #0118. Brush-up sessions will be provided UPON REQUEST after the official term allowing students to maintain practice of important skills. Attendance to the brush-up sessions are not mandatory for evaluation. We will meet in the South Lounge on the second floor of the Robert Crown Center. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

Class meets ONLY Oct. 23rd, Oct. 30th This class may be used for CEL 1 credit.