Personal Safety for Women

The Vienna Police Department, in conjunction with the R.A.D. System, is proud to offer personal safety classes for women. R.A.D. stands for Rape Aggression Defense, which is a system of self-defense that is provided in cities and on college campuses throughout the United States and Canada. The Vienna Police Department has been a proud sponsor of R.A.D. for over 4 years. The approach taken is a blend of threat avoidance strategies and real-world assault resistance tactics for women. The overall goal is to reduce victimization through informed decision making and sensible actions.

Classes consist of four evenings at the Vienna Community Center. Each three-hour class involves classroom and hands-on training in personal safety. Within this safe and controlled environment, role playing can be conducted to help develop skills.

For more information on enrollment and class dates contact the Vienna Community Center at (703) 255-6360 or Officer Murray at (703)255-6396.

Click here for more detailed R.A.D. information, including classes offered.