Self Defense Training

Participants will learn practical defensive techniques that require no special skills. This program will allow female and non-binary participants to be more aware to be more aware of their surroundings and offers the opportunity to test these learned skills on a real person during an optional simulated attack session.

This course is held in a private group setting and is available for Western students, faculty, staff, alumni and guests.

Self Defense Training Slide - photos of classes. Summary of information is in article. Free. Women's only.

Why pick this program?
The largest network of its kind with over 3,000 instructors trained who have trained nearly 100,000 women. The only program with a free lifetime return and practice policy that is honoured in Canada and United States.
The development of specialized simulation techniques and equipment for use by certified R.A.D. instructors.

Basic Physical Defence Program
This course has its foundations in education and awareness. The course includes lecture, discussion, and self defence techniques suitable for women of all ages and abilities. The course is FREE to all participants. A $20 deposit is required with your registration package. The deposit is returned in full at the successful completion of the course.

Upcoming Courses: 2025

  • - February 18, 19, 20, 2025 (9am-1pm). You must attend all three days.
  • - March 17, 18, 19, 2025 (9am-1pm). You must attend all three days.
  • - May 5, 6, 7, 2025 (9am-1pm). You must attend all three days.
  • - October 20, 21, 22, 2025 (9am-1pm). You must attend all three days.
  • - November 5, 6, 7, 2025 (9am-1pm). You must attend all three days.
All training takes place on campus. You will be notified of the location.

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