{"id":259,"date":"2012-12-12T20:55:38","date_gmt":"2012-12-12T20:55:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/utpd.utwebteam.wpengine.com\/?page_id=259"},"modified":"2026-01-05T14:13:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T19:13:24","slug":"self-defense","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/safety.utk.edu\/police\/programs\/self-defense\/","title":{"rendered":"Self Defense"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"color: #650000\">Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Program<\/h2>\n<div class=\"responsive-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"UTPD: Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Course\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JoloTBnIw-4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">The R.A.D. Systems of Self Defense offers a truly holistic approach to self-defense education, supporting the necessity of continuous learning in order to provide realistic options for men and women as they go through life. The Rape Aggression Defense System is comprised of easy to learn proven effective physical tactics that may enable you to survive the violent encounter that awaits 1 in 3 women. Each program includes educational components comprised of lecture, discussion, physical resistive strategies. At the end of both R.A.D. for Women and R.A.D. for Men, participants are encouraged to use their new techniques in a practical, controlled simulation exercise. Don&#8217;t miss this opportunity to develop your options of resistance if assaulted. Each program is facilitated by certified R.A.D. Instructors supported by a network of dedicated professionals who honor one another\u2019s student through our unique Lifetime Return and Practice Policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>UTPD is certified to teach all multiple programs and has offered Basic Physical Defense to members of the university community since 1992. Currently UTPD has multiple RAD certificated staff.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"color: #650000\">RAD Programs Available at UT<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">R.A.D. Basic Self Defense for Women<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>The Cornerstone of R.A.D. Systems, this course has its foundations in education and awareness. The course includes lecture, discussion and self-defense techniques suitable for women of all ages and abilities. Classes range from a minimum of nine to twelve hours plus in length, depending on the Instructor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"text-decoration: underline\">R.A.D. for Men<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>Participants will have the opportunity to: raise their awareness of aggressive behavior, recognize how aggressive behavior impacts their lives, learn steps to avoid aggressive behavior, consider how they can be part of reducing aggression and violence, and practice hands-on self-defense skills to resist and escape aggressive behavior directed toward them. This program is designed to empower participants to make safer choices when confronted with aggressive behavior.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/safety.utk.edu\/police\/forms\/rad-registration\/\" class=\"btn btn-default btn-leconte btn-lg\">Check Classes and Register Online<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">What is R.A.D.?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Rape Aggression Defense Systems is NOT a martial arts program. R.A.D. is a program that teaches realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and risk avoidance, followed by hands-on instruction in defensive concepts and techniques against various types of assault. It utilizes easy, effective, and proven self-defense tactics. R.A.D. is taught at various colleges, universities, and municipal law enforcement agencies, as well as other community organizations internationally.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">What does R.A.D. Provide?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reliable, professional training by nationally certified instructors<\/li>\n<li>Practical self-defense options that specifically apply to gender physiology and mind set<\/li>\n<li>A continuum of strategies to counteract assaults by strangers and acquaintances<\/li>\n<li>Integrity and compassion for participants<\/li>\n<li>Comprehensive R.A.D. System&#8217;s Manual<\/li>\n<li>A lifetime return guarantee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">Where is the class located?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Classes are scheduled at the police station 1101 Cumberland Avenue.\u00a0 You may park using the unmarked parking spaces on the second level of the G-13 Garage (where the police cruisers are parked).<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">Do I need any prior experience to attend this class? Do I need to be in top physical shape to participate?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>No.\u00a0 This program is designed for the average woman with no previous experience or background in physical skills training. Our instructors will make every effort to accommodate for any physical impairments a participant may have.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">What is the cost?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We offer this class for free.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">Do I have to be a student?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You do\u00a0<strong style=\"color: #650000\">NOT<\/strong>\u00a0need to be a student, faculty, or staff to enroll.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">How old do I have to be to sign up for the course?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Participants under the age of 18 will need to complete a Parental Consent Form. The form will be emailed to anyone who is under the age of 18, and we recommend to take the class with your guardian if possible.\u00a0 Anyone under the age of 18 must be at a minimum, in middle school or 11 years of age to participate.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">What is the attendance policy?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The class offered meets for 3 days using 4 hours each day. Please make sure you are committed to attending all of the days before you register as we have limited spaces available and each day\u2019s attendance is required.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">What should I wear for class?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Please remember that this is an interactive self-defense course. Students may wear loose fitting clothing, workout clothing, or street clothes. Please do NOT wear open-toed shoes, sandals, or heels. Athletic shoes are recommended. Also, no jewelry of any kind should be worn during the class as it can damage our equipment.<\/p>\n<p><strong style=\"color: #650000\">For more information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Contact the R.A.D. instructors via email at\u00a0<a style=\"color: #650000\" href=\"mailto:utpdcru@utk.edu\">utpdcru@utk.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"color: #650000\">RAD\u00a0Instructors<\/h2>\n<div class=\"one-third column \">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5\">\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #650000\" href=\"mailto:emilym@utk.edu\"><strong>Dep. Chief Emily Simerly<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Advanced R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Aerosol Defense Options<\/li>\n<li>Keychain Defense Options<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. Domestic Violence<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. for Seniors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:mrichar5@utk.edu\"><strong>Dep. Chief Mike Richardson<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Advanced R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:dwolf6@utk.edu\"><b>Lt. Dale Wolf<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:mwill227@utk.edu\"><strong>Sgt. Mike Williams<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:jplatt3@utk.edu\"><b>Sgt. John Platt<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<b><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5\">\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one-third column \">\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:hdillar2@utk.edu\"><b>Sgt. Tony Dillard<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:ccolby4@utk.edu\"><b>Sgt. Chris Colby<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. for Men<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:epapadin@utk.edu\"><b>Cpl. Eric Papadinec<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. for Men<\/li>\n<li>Advanced R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Keychain Defense Options<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<li>Weapons Defense Systems<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. for Seniors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:bdoty@utk.edu\"><b>Cpl. Ben Doty<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. Instructor<\/li>\n<li>R.A.D. for Men<\/li>\n<li>TEENS Instructor<\/li>\n<li>Aerosol Defense Options<\/li>\n<li>Replicating Adverse Dynamics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5\">\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"one-third column \"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f5f5f5\">\n<hr style=\"border: 2px solid #650000;margin-top: 0\" \/>\n<p><span style=\"color: #800000\"><a style=\"color: #800000\" href=\"mailto:aander97@vols.utk.edu\"><b>Ashley Murphy<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basic R.A.D. 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