Hamilton class to teach empowering defensive techniques

  • 2021-09-20
Penn Medicine Princeton Health Community Wellness will be organizing a women’s self-defense course in Hamilton, taught by R.A.D. Systems.

Self-Defense for Women: Personal Empowerment Safety Program is a class where attendees can learn helpful techniques for protecting themselves from harmful situations. The instructor for the course will use a combination of lectures and safety drills to teach participants about physical defense techniques. The lessons will be open to all women, regardless of their age or level of physical ability. All attendees are asked to wear sneakers and comfortable clothing to each class.

R.A.D. Systems is an organization seeking to create educational opportunities for those of every age and gender to promote safer futures. The group has a network of more than 11,000 instructors who teach at venues like universities, law enforcement agencies, and community organizations. The programs offered by R.A.D. Systems started in 1989 and have trained over 900,000 women since forming. Groups such as this may advertise their lessons via poster and flyer printing.

The self-defense course will take place at the Hamilton Area YMCA John K. Rafferty Branch every Wednesday evening from November 3 to December 1, with the exception of November 24 when there is no class. Each lesson will last from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Participants can pay $25 to register for the program. No prior training is required to enter.