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Self defense classes open to the public

RAD for Women — Next dates are in October
Defensive tactics every woman needs to know are taught at the Elkhart County Sheriff’s Department.

Capt. Norma Alber and Lt. Travis Adamson instruct students both in classroom and gymnasium settings. The 12-hour course is taught in the training room of the new law enforcement center, 26861 C.R. 26 (building is closest to the entrance). Each session begins at 5 p.m., and participation is necessary on all four nights.

Dates for the next course will be October 11, 12, 17 and 18.

Women interested in attending free courses should call 891-2341 or send an email. Private clubs, businesses and community groups may arrange training to fit specific schedules by using the same contact information.

“Whatever your age or skill level, we’ll teach you something to prepare yourself physically and psychologically,” said Alber, a certified trainer in the nationally respected Rape Aggression Defense program. “People need this class if they can’t answer whether they are prepared to defend themselves from an attacker.”

Additional information about the program and the trainers is available in our new brochure.