Outdoor and Rec Athletics 0118 - RAD: Self Defense for Women

Rape Aggression Defense: Basic Physical Defense for Women: The Rape Aggression Defense system is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. The system is a comprehensive course for women that begins with risk awareness, prevention, reduction, and avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. It is dedicated to teaching women defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy, effective and proven self-defense/martial arts tactics. The RAD system of realistic defense provides women with the knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance. Safety and survival in today's world require a definite course in action. Women will learn effective options for taking an active role in their own self-defense and psychological well being. All physical abilities are welcome and no previous experience is necessary but consistent attendance or making up classes is necessary. Official classes will meet within the first five Fridays of the semester. Brush-up sessions will 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.

This class may be used for CEL 1 requirements