R.A.D. Systems is actually a functioning network of dedicated self defense instructors that was established in 1989. This alliance of Instructors believes that self defense should be easy to learn, easy to retain, and relatively easy to employ during real confrontational situations. This alliance believes that self defense training should be accessible and affordable for all women and children. They believe that their efforts to oppose violence will be more effective together, than as individuals. As a network they can assist one another with programs, equipment, references, experiences and insight. But most importantly, they honor each others teachings, allowing each of them to give every participant they train, a lifetime return and practice invitation anywhere there is a R.A.D. Program being offered - Cost Free!

The R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. It is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, and risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progression on to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program. Our courses are taught by nationally certified instructors and the course provides each student with a workbook/reference manual. This manual outlines the entire Physical Defense Program for reference and continuous personal growth, and is the key to our free lifetime return and practice policy for R.A.D. graduates.

The RAD program is designed for the average woman with no previous experience or training in physical defense skills training. To date, over 250,000 women have attended the RAD Basic Physical Defense Program. The RAD System is a FREE community service program provided by the Ocean City Police Department. The basic course requires four nights of instruction (approx. 3 hours per night). Interested participants should contact Capt. Michael Colbert at (410) 723-6639 or e-mail at mcolbert@ococean.com regarding class availability.