Rape Aggression Defense Systems Training

Rape Aggression Defense Systems Training is for Women ONLY

• R.A.D. is an internationally taught realistic hands on self defense training class specifically designed for women (12-16 hours)

• The program teaches and emphasizes awareness, avoidance and physical self defense with the tools we possess with us at all times (hands, feet, elbows, knees, head, etc…)

• All sizes and physical capabilities are welcome (ages 14, 15 or 16; parental waiver will be needed – 13 and under is too young for this class)

• The class is sponsored by the Hopkinton Police Department and free of charge

• Manuals are provided as are water and light snacks

• Casual exercise clothing and an aerobic type of sneaker preferred

• To enroll or if you have questions simply email Detective Tim Brennan at tbrennan@hopkintonpd.org and leave your name, email address and phone number. If email is not available to you please call 508-497-3401 x1203 and leave a (clear and slow) message with the same information. The first 30 women to enroll will be admitted (maximum number of students is 30). Confirmations will be done by email to the first 30 women. Please ensure you can make all 4 classes before enrolling.

WHEN and WHERE:
Thursday January 2nd, 6p-9:30p
Thursday January 9th, 6p-9:30p
Thursday January 16th, 6p-9:30p
Thursday January 23rd, 6p-9:30p

SNOW DAY MAKE UP Thursday January 31st

All classes will be held at the Elmwood School cafeteria at 14 Elm Street Hopkinton.

All 4 nights are required from 6p-9:30p and all classes must be attended to go through simulation

INSTRUCTORS:
Officer Linda Higgins
Detective Timothy J. Brennan

DUE TO BUDGET CUTBACKS R.A.D. CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED ON A MORE LIMITED BASIS IN THE FUTURE