What is RAD?

The Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defence tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only, course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction, risk avoidance and includes basic hands-on physical training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program.

Why choose RAD?

The courses are taught by nationally certified R.A.D. instructors, all of whom have completed a mandatory certification course. R.A.D has developed specialized simulation techniques and equipment for use by certified RAD instructors. The use of this equipment allows participants to practice their skills with no fear of injury to themselves or others.

Each student is provided with a workbook/reference manual that outlines the entire physical program, which they can keep for later reference and continuous personal growth. The manual is the key to the free lifetime return and practice policy for R.A.D. graduates.

Our Instructors

The Department of University Safety and the Department of Housing have a number of certified instructors, the majority of whom are women. The Department of University Safety instructors are also special constables. All instructors have passed a mandatory training course.

The Course

• The course includes a classroom lecture and discussion, as well as a physical component featuring hands-on training of self-defense techniques suitable for women of all ages and abilities.
• The course is nine – 12 hours long and is generally split up over a number of days. Different options are available
• The course is free for all students, staff and faculty. Classes are limited to 16 participants to ensure a good student to instructor ratio. This also ensures everyone has ample opportunity to practice with the equipment provided.
• The course concludes with a simulated attack, allowing the student to utilize the newly acquired skills to defend themselves. This component is optional.

Upcoming Course Dates

Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013 (9 a.m – 6 p.m) – Course Full

Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013 (9 a.m – 6 p.m) – Course Full

Saturday, Feb. 8, 2014 (9 a.m. – 6 p.m.)

Saturday, Mar. 22, 2014 (9 a.m. – 6p.m.)

Registration

To register online click here: register for a course online

All participants must be registered at least 5 business days prior to the course date.

Groups

Arrangements can be made for groups or organizations by contacting the RAD program co-ordinator.

Contact Information

S/Cst. Alicia Poole
Shift Manager and R.A.D Program Coodinator
alicia_poole@carleton.ca

Department of University Safety
203 Robertson Hall Phone,
1125 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa Ontario
K1S 5B6
Phone: 613 520-3612
Fax: 613 520-2122

Information above was provided by R.A.D. Systems and can be found at www.rad-systems.com.