R.A.D. Self Defense
If you're confronted by an attacker… are you prepared to fight back?
GPD offers free women's only basic self-defense classes.
The Gainesville Police Department’s RAD Program is back in business!!! We will be hosting the next RAD class on Tuesday November 18th (2025), Wednesday November 19th, and Thursday November 20th from 6pm-10pm in the Hall of Heroes (545 NW 8th Avenue, Gainesville, FL 32601). The class will contain a lecture, physical skills, and simulations. Reserve a spot in the FREE class by emailing me. Class size is limited to 25 students.
I am happy to announce that the Gainesville Police Department will be hosting another RAD Class! The dates and times are listed above. The class is a total of 12 hours, including lectures, skills sessions, and simulations. Participants must be at least 13 years old, and minors should be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The class will be held at the Gainesville Police Department, located at 545 NW 8th Ave. Please park in the south lot, which is available to everyone after 5 PM.
To reserve your spot, please RSVP to me via email, as space is limited to 25 students. If you have any questions, email is the best way to reach me. For more information about the program, visit: http://rad-systems.com/
Stay safe,
Sgt. Valdes
Please email our RAD Coordinator Officer Lynne Valdes for more information.