FOR WOMEN ONLY

NEW CLASS FORMING TODAY

DATES: October 12,14,19, & 21,2009 (5:00pm-9:00pm)

LOCATION: Hebert Auditorium

CONTACT: The Public Safety Department at Ext 4221 -- 854-4221 or in person.

You can even sign up by emailing any of the RAD Instructors: kbardier@qcc.mass.edu, tlabranche@qcc.mass.edu, twhiting@qcc.mass.edu, dlitchfield@qcc.mass.edu  

                  WHAT IS R.A.D.

R.A.D. OBJECTIVE:

"To develop and enhance the options of self defense, so they

become viable considerations to the women that is attacked." Larry Nadeau

WHAT IS R.A.D. ?

Rape Aggression Defense Systems (R.A.D.), is a program of realistic, self defense tactics and techniques. The R.A.D. 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 defensive training. R.A.D. is NOT a martial arts program. The R.A.D. course is taught by certified R.A.D. instructors and provide you with a workbook/reference manual. This manual outlines the entire physical defense program for reference and continuous growth. The R.A.D. system of physical defense is currently taught at over 250 colleges and universities in the United States and Canada and is the largest women's physical defense program of it's kind in the country. The growing widespread acceptance of this system is primarily due to the ease, simplicity and effectiveness of our tactics, our solid research 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 women with knowledge to make an educated decision about resistance. We operate on the premise that a spontaneous violent attack will stimulate a natural desire to resist on the part of the victim (supported by research). We educate women about the "Fight or Flight Syndrome", while showing them that enhancing their option of physical defense is not only prudent, but necessary if natural resistance is effective. "Larry Nadeau" (R.A.D. Systems)

HOW LONG IS THE R.A.D. CLASS?
The typical R.A.D. class runs 16 hours long. This is broken up into four 4 hour classes, usually run for four consecutive weeks on the same day of the week.

HOW MANY PEOPLE ARE IN EACH CLASS?
While there is no set amount of students for each class, we do limit class size to ensure that each participant feels comfortable and is able to receive proper instruction.

WHAT TIME IS THE CLASS?
Class times will be varied due to demand and actual participation. An example of the offered class times might be 5-9pm or 12-4pm.

DO I HAVE TO GO TO ALL FOUR CLASSES?
Participation in four classes is necessary to "complete" the class and receive your pass to any future R.A.D. classes held throughout the United States, free of charge.

DO I REALLY GET TO HIT SOMEONE IN A SUIT?
Yes. You will get the chance to practice what is taught to you in previous classes, on one of the instructors who will be dressed up in a well padded protective suit. This is called simulation training and is a valuable part of the class as it gives the student a chance to see how their newly learned skills work in real life situations. This part of the class is optional, but is encouraged.

DO I NEED TO BE AN ATHLETE TO PARTICIPATE?
Not at all. The class is designed so that the average person can take it. We instruct people to go at their own pace and we never ask you to do something you can’t do, or do not want to do.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
At this time, the Department of Public Safety has funding which enables us to offer the course for free to our students and faculty. We certainly hope to continue this practice in the future too.

WHEN CAN I SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS?
Watch for information about class offerings posted on bulletin boards located throughout the campus. Advertised in the Student Newspaper, THE OPEN DOOR.

WHERE DO I SIGN UP FOR THIS CLASS?
To sign up for a class when it is offered, you will need to visit the Public Safety Office, located on the corner of the Administration building. While there please ask for Officer Bardier or Officer Yanis. You can do this anytime from 7 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday.  

WE ALSO HAVE R.A.D. FOR KIDS

This class is for 5-7 and 8-12 year old boys and girls. It is an exciting blend of self defense and personal safety lessons, that are sure to have a positive impact on your youngsters safety.  This class covers a wide array of topics, such as; fire safety, dog defense, bicycle safety, and much much more!  This class will be offered soon, so please stay tuned for more info...