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R.A.D. Systems of Self-Defense
R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Systems is a defense system designed for women.

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About R.A.D.

R.A.D. Systems advocates realistic, employable tactics and techniques to teach women defensive concepts against various types of assault. It is a comprehensive course that focuses on awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance strategies, along with carefully selected defensive training and tactics.

R.A.D. Systems is dedicated to enabling women against assault with easy, effective, and proven self-defense tactics. The knowledge gained from this class provides women powerful tools to make educated decisions about resistance.

R.A.D Classes

The R.A.D. Basic Physical Defense class educates and trains women on how to physically defend themselves from sexual assault. The classes are for women only and are taught by University Security officers and staff, who are trained and certified to teach the R.A.D. Systems program.

The R.A.D. Self Defense Course runs every Wednesday for six weeks for a total of 12 hours of R.A.D. self-defense training. Registration will take place at the first class of each session. Questions? Use the contact info below.

Winter 2026

January 28th - March 11th

6:00pm to 8:00pm

Hart 210 (Auxillary Gym)

Spring 2026

May 6th - June 17th

6:00pm to 8:00pm

MC 372 (Little Theater)

Fall 2026

September 30th - November 11th

6:00 pm to 8:00pm

Hinkley 260/270 Gym

Meet the Instructors

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Doug Barker
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Lance Tracy
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Mosese Fatafehi
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Kyla Bentley
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Emi Flamm
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Lexy Myers
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Lola Rydalch
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Janet Shippen
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Julio Cruz