RAD (Rape Aggression Defense)
Program
 The Rape Aggression Defense System (RAD) is a program of
realistic, self-defense tactics and techniques. The RAD System is a
comprehensive course for women that begins with awareness, prevention, risk
reduction and avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense
training. RAD is not a Martial Arts program. Courses are taught by certified RAD
Instructors and provide you with a workbook/reference manual. This manual
outlines the entire Physical Defense Program for reference and continuous
personal growth. The RAD System of Physical Defense is currently being taught at
many Colleges and Universities. The growing, wide spread acceptance of this
system is primarily due to the ease, simplicity and effectiveness of the
tactics, solid research, legal defensibility and unique teaching methodology.
The Rape Aggression Defense System is dedicated to teaching women defensive
concepts and techniques against various types of assault, by utilizing easy,
effective and proven self-defense/martial arts tactics. Our system of realistic
defense will provide a woman with the knowledge to make an educated decision
about resistance.
The program operates on the premise that a spontaneous violent
attack will stimulate a natural desire to resist, on the part of the victim
(supported by research). Women are educated about "The Flight or Fight
Syndrome," while showing them that enhancing their option of physical
defense is not only prudent, but a necessity if natural resistance is to be
effective.
Safety and survival in today's world requires a definite course
of action. This program provides effective options by teaching women to take an
active role in their own self-defense and psychological well being.
Rape Aggression Defense Systems -- finally a physical defense program
for women that:
- Has established the standard for female self-defense
programs;
- Offers no-nonsense, practical techniques of defense;
- Researched the effects of "The Flight or Fight Syndrome";
- Offers advanced self-defense courses that build upon the
physical defense system;
- Provides realistic and dynamic hands-on training;
- Provides students with a comprehensive Reference Manual;
- Certifies Instructors from the community;
- Has a litigation defense policy;
- Offers state-of-the-art programs at reasonable rates;
- Every student receives a lifetime free return and practice
membership policy.
If you are interested in attending a RAD class,
please contact crime prevention officer, Lindy
Marino, at the Mesa Police Department at
480-644-3921.
** THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO CLASSES SCHEDULED. **
"In fact, the most often used strategy for
avoiders (of rape) appears to have been a combination of screaming
and use of physical resistance." (Bart, P. & O'Brien, P.
(1985). Shopping Rape: Successful Survival Strategies. Pergamon
Press, New York.)
1 out of every 4 college women polled was
sexually assaulted during four years at college. Ms. Magazine
Study on Sexual Assault and Rape.
Between 1973 and 1987 (14 years), over 2.3
million women reported sexual assaults in the United
States. 71% of these victims avoided being raped by
taking self-protective measures. (United States Dept. of
Justice, Bureau of Justice Statistics).
In 1988, rape victims took self-protective measures
in 86.7% of the cases. "Rape victims were more likely to defend
themselves than assault or robbery victims." (Criminal
Victimization in the United States, 1988).
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