Rape Aggression Defense System (R.A.D. for Women)
The Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) System is a program offered to female students and employees at Virginia Tech.
The four-part course begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, and progresses to the basics of hands-on defense training. Participants learn self-defense tactics and techniques.
The free course is taught by Virginia Tech Police Department officers and is offered several times a year.
Upcoming Sessions
Registration for RAD for Women Summer session is now OPEN!
The Summer 2025 Session classes will be on:
- 2-5 pm Tuesday July 1
- 2-5pm Thursday July 10
- 2-5pm Thursday July 17
- 9am-12pm Thursday July 24
All four sessions must be attended. Location TBD
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Corporal John Tarter at 540-231-6102.
Registration for Spring 2025 RAD for Women sessions is now CLOSED. Check back in August to Register for Fall 2025 RAD for Women!
Applicants who may have questions on which course is best for them are encouraged to reach out to Corporal John Tarter at tarterj@vt.edu.
Registration for RAD for Women Summer session is now OPEN!
The Summer 2025 Session classes will be on:
- 2-5 pm Tuesday July 1
- 2-5pm Thursday July 10
- 2-5pm Thursday July 17
- 9am-12pm Thursday July 24
All four sessions must be attended. Location TBD
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Corporal John Tarter at 540-231-6102.
Registration for Spring 2025 RAD for Women sessions is now CLOSED. Check back in August to Register for Fall 2025 RAD for Women!
Applicants who may have questions on which course is best for them are encouraged to reach out to Corporal John Tarter at tarterj@vt.edu.