DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The Dothan Police Department is offering a free women’s self-defense course later this month focused on personal safety and assault prevention.
The Rape Aggression Defense, or R.A.D., course will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The class will take place at the Wiregrass Public Safety Center, located at 100 Public Safety Way in DOTHAN.
The course is open to women and girls ages 12 and older. Officials say the training focuses on awareness, prevention, risk reduction and basic self-defense techniques.
Participants will receive instruction designed for women of all ages and abilities, covering scenarios ranging from verbal confrontation to physical threats.
Those interested in registering can email [email protected] or call 334-615-3690 for more information.
