Tri-Parish Victim's Assistance
Rape Crisis Program

RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENSE (RAD) SYSTEMS

Rape Aggression Defense Systems (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. The RAD system is dedicated to teaching women defensive techniques against various types of assault by utilizing easy, effective and proven self-defense tactics. Our system of realistic defense will provide women with knowledge to make educated decisions about resistance..

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the class?
The typical RAD class is 12 hours long. This is broken into three four-hour sessions. The class will be offered on a Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or during the week.

How much does it cost?
The 21st Judicial District Attorney's Office, in conjunction with Southeastern Louisiana University is offering this class FREE of charge to women.

When is the next class?

Contact:

Heather Monday
1 800 572 0083
hmonday@i-55.com

Patrick Gipson
549 2001
pgipson@selu.edu

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.

Do I have to attend all three classes?
Participation in all three classes is required for you to receive your pass to any future RAD classes held throughout the United States, free of charge.

Do I get to hit someone in a padded suit?
Yes. You will get the opportunity to practice on one of the instructors who will be dressed in a well-padded suit. This is called simulation training and is a valuable part of the class, as it gives students 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 that you can't do, or do not want to do. There is NO age limit. We have had women 14 - 63 years old!

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