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CAN YOU EFFECTIVELY DEFEND YOURSELF IF YOU ARE ATTACKED?

R.A.D.

Rape Aggression Defense Free Self Defense For Women

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E-mail rad@osu.edu in order to register for classes. Please provide your name, contact information and class you wish to register for.

First Spring 2012 RAD Course (registration closed)

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
THURSDAY, APR 56:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, APR 126:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House1790 Cannon Drive
THURSDAY, APR 196:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field HouseColumbus, OH 43210
THURSDAY, APR 266:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, MAY 36:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House

Second Spring 2012 RAD Course (registration closed)

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
TUESDAY, APR 246:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
TUESDAY, MAY 16:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House1790 Cannon Drive
TUESDAY, MAY 86:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field HouseColumbus, OH 43210
TUESDAY, MAY 156:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
TUESDAY, MAY 226:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House

Summer 2012 RAD Course

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
THURSDAY, JUNE 286:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, JULY 56:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House1790 Cannon Drive
THURSDAY, JULY 126:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field HouseColumbus, OH 43210
THURSDAY, JULY 196:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, JULY 266:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House

Fall 2012 RAD Course

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
TUESDAY, SEP 46:00pm-9:00pmLane Avenue Residence Hall
TUESDAY, SEP 116:00pm-9:00pmLane Avenue Residence Hall328 West Lane Avenue
TUESDAY, SEP 186:00pm-9:00pmLane Avenue Residence HallColumbus, OH 43210
TUESDAY, SEP 256:00pm-9:00pmLane Avenue Residence Hall
TUESDAY, OCT 26:00pm-9:00pmLane Avenue Residence Hall

Early Spring 2013 RAD Course

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
THURSDAY, JAN 246:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, JAN 316:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House1790 Cannon Drive
THURSDAY, FEB 76:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field HouseColumbus, OH 43210
THURSDAY, FEB 146:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
THURSDAY, FEB 216:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House

Late Spring 2013 RAD Course

The class consists of five sessions on the following dates and times
(attendance policy)
date time location address
TUESDAY, MAR 196:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
TUESDAY, MAR 266:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House1790 Cannon Drive
TUESDAY, APR 26:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field HouseColumbus, OH 43210
TUESDAY, APR 96:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House
TUESDAY, APR 166:00pm-9:00pmWomen's Field House


Space for this class was provided by OSU Recreational Sports

What is R.A.D.?

Rape Aggression Defense Systems is a program of realistic self defense tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on the basics of hands on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. instructors, who are also Police Officers. All students are provided a workbook/reference manual. This manual outlines the entire program for reference. Students who receive the manual at graduation also receive a lifetime return policy to any R.A.D. class, nationwide, for life.

Please visit the national R.A.D. website for more information at:
www.rad-systems.com

Who will be teaching the course?

All R.A.D. classes are sponsored by the Ohio State University Police Division.
All R.A.D. instructors are certified Law Enforcement Officers.
All R.A.D. instructors are certified by R.A.D. systems as instructors.

How is this class instructed?

The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on the basics of hands on defense training. This course is physically and psychologically demanding. The training that we offer includes the use of pads and padded suits, which allow the students to experience, practice and learn what it is like to strike the aggressor in a realistic situation.

Do I need any prior experience to attend this class? Do I need to be in top physical shape to participate?

No. This program is designed for the average woman with no previous experience or background in physical skills training.

What is the cost?

The course is free!

How old do I have to be to sign up for the course?

Any female from thirteen years old and up may register.

Do I have to be a student?

You do not need to be a student, faculty or staff to enroll.

What is the attendance Policy?

You will spend a total of 15 hours in class. Each class meets for 3 hours once a week for 5 consecutive weeks and you are expected to attend all classes. There are limited spaces available and we typically have people waiting to attend. Please make sure you are committed to attending all of the classes before you register.

What should I wear for class?

Please remember that this is an interactive self defense course. Students may wear loose fitting clothing, workout clothing, or street clothes. Please do not wear open-toed shoes or heels. Athletic shoes are recommended.

  • For more information
    Contact Captain Dave Rose at 292-6367 or email rad@osu.edu for more information.
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