DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) – The Dothan Police Department is offering a free Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) course for women and girls ages 12 and up on October 4 and October 11, 2025.
The self-defense training will be held at the Wiregrass Public Safety Center, 100 Public Safety Way, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. A one-hour lunch break is scheduled from noon to 1 p.m.
The 12-hour course, taught over two days, focuses on awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and self-defense techniques. Instructors will guide participants through practical responses to a range of confrontations, from verbal harassment to physical attacks.
Organizers say the program is designed for women of all ages and abilities. Space is limited, and registration is required by emailing [email protected].
