Arlington Police Offering RAD Self-Defense Classes

ARLINGTON, MA – The Arlington Police Department will hold a free Rape Aggression Defense course in May and June. The RAD system teaches methods of self-defense through lecture, discussion and hands-on self-defense techniques.

The course is women-only and is limited to 16 participants. It will be taught by nationally certified instructors on the second floor of the Arlington Police Department, 112 Mystic St. Pre-registration is required.

Classes will take place May 31 and June 7, 14 and 21. Participants must be able to attend all four classes in order to complete the course.

For more information or to register, contact Danielle Smith at 781-316-3985 or DSmith@town.arlington.ma.us.

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