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Discover a new way to take care of yourself! Our empowering self-defense courses are designed to give you the fundamental skills for defending yourself in violent situations. You will have the opportunity to work with certified instructors who will teach you defense techniques through hands-on, simulated scenarios. 

The mission of the R.A.D. Systems is to establish an accessible, constantly improving and internationally respected alliance of dedicated instructors. These instructors will provide educational opportunities for women, children, men and seniors to create a safer future for themselves. Students must be 16 or older.


Course

WMI-317 Rape Aggression Defense System


Frequently Asked Questions

What is R.A.D.? How was the program developed?

The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System is comprised of a network of dedicated self-defense instructors across the United States and Canada that believes self-defense should be easy to learn, retain and employ during confrontational situations. Established in 1989, this alliance believes self-defense training should be accessible and affordable for all individuals. The instructors believe their efforts to oppose violence will be more effective together than as individuals.

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

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

What is the cost of this program?

The cost of this self-defense program is $13 per participant. 

How long is this program?

The basic physical defense program is a minimum of nine hours spread across four days, occurring once a week. 


How to Enroll

The courses on this page are noncredit, meaning you won’t earn college credit toward a degree. You don’t need to apply. Just choose a program or course that interests you, and check the noncredit schedule for a class that fits your schedule. 

For help, email or call the Instructional Support Center at 410-777-2325.

Find a course using our noncredit course inventory.

Learn more about registering for noncredit courses.