R.A.D.

R.A.D. TRAINING

Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) training is a comprehensive course that teaches awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and risk avoidance, progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. Taught at more than 1,000 colleges and universities across the United States, RAD is the only program endorsed by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators. Learn more about the Nation RAD Program.

THE RAD Class

The Basic Self-Defense program is a 9-hour course. Participants spend time in the classroom for open discussion and lecture; learn and demonstrate physical techniques, which include stances, strikes, kicks and pressure points, as well as techniques to break away from wrist grabs, bear hugs and chokeholds; and RAD simulation (optional), in which a certified RAD "aggressor" acts out real-life scenarios, and participants defend themselves using the techniques learned in class. Attendance for the entire course is required to receive a certificate of completion. VSU Police Officers have been certified through RAD Systems, Inc. RAD classes are offered several times each semester, and occasionally in the summer months. The class is free to VSU students, faculty, and staff.

Registration and Dates

If interested in this course or for more information, please contact Officer Mahoney at smahoney@vsu.edu.