DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Women and girls ages 12 and older will have an opportunity to learn practical self-defense skills during a free three-day course in Dothan.
According to Wallace Community College, Student Life is partnering with the Dothan Police Department to offer a R.A.D., or Rape Aggression Defense, Women’s Self-Defense Course Sept. 8-10.
The 12-hour course will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day at the Community Enrichment Center at Wallace Community College, 1141 Wallace Drive.
According to the Dothan Police Department, participants can expect discussions about existing dangers and self-defense techniques designed for women of different ages and abilities.
The class will also focus on practical responses during different levels of confrontation, ranging from passive verbal comments to severe aggressive attacks.
The course is designed to help participants build confidence while learning practical skills they can use to better protect themselves.
The class is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
Those interested can register by emailing [email protected].
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