R.A.D. Self Defense Course

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The Park & Recreation and the Police Department is pleased to offer women ages 13+, an introduction to basic self-defense skills, escape and avoidance strategies, offensive and defensive postures, defensive techniques and simulated attacks. The course includes an exploration of violence prevention and victim abuse community service in accordance with the national . This course will be held at the West Springfield Town Hall Auditorium (located on the 2nd Floor) 26 Central Street in West Springfield. Participants are to bring a water bottle, snack, sneakers & comfortable clothing. Course Instructor is Police Sergeant Robert Wise. (It is recommended that women under the age of 16 are signed up with an adult.)

 Activity #:

 136000-1
Dates:

(Saturdays)

March 22, 29, April 5
Time:  9:00AM - 1:00PM
Location:

W.S. Town Hall Auditorium (2nd Floor)

26 Central Street, West Springfield
Ages: 

13+

(It is recommended that women under the

age of 16 are signed up with an adult.)
Fees:

$10 W.S. Resident

$15 Non-Resident

WAYS TO REGISTER:

ONLINE:

Online:

Online registration is the fastest way to register for programs. We recommend using this option to ensure your spot, as registrations are processed first come, first served.

  • Click here to reach our Online Registration Site.
  • Log in with your credentials. Contact the Park & Recreation Office (parkandrec@tows.org) in order to verify your username and password or to get help setting up an account.
  • Choose "R.A.D. SELF-DEFENSE", pick the activity you are interested in, add to cart, and check out.
  • Continue to the payment screen. This will allow you to use a credit/debit card to pay for your programs.
  • Check your email! Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an informational newsletter will be emailed to you.

 

IN-PERSON:

In-Person:

Another option for registration is bringing your paperwork and payment (cash/check) into the Town Hall. Visit the Park & Recreation Department Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00AM - 4:30PM. A staff member will assist you. Please note that registrations are processed on a first come, first served basis.

  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield"

  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an informational newsletter will be emailed to you as well. 

 

DROP BOX:

Drop Box:

Using the White Drop Box located on the median outside of the Municipal Office Building is the next best option for Registration. Please note that registrations are processed on a first come, first served basis.

  • Complete a (PDF, 2MB)(PDF, 1MB)R.A.D. Self-Defense Registration Form(PDF, 1MB)
  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield"
  • Write "Park and Recreation Department" on the front of a blank envelope
  • Place in the White Drop Box located outside of the Municipal Office Building at 26 Central St. 
  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an informational newsletter will be emailed to you as well. 

 

MAIL-IN:

Mail-In:

Mail-in is the final option on how to register. Please note that registrations are processed on a first come, first served basis.

West Springfield Park & Recreation Department

26 Central St. - Suite 19

West Springfield, MA 01089

  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an informational newsletter will be emailed to you as well. 

 

Contact Us

Phone

(413) 263-3284

Fax

(413) 739-1549

Email

parkandrec@tows.org

Location

West Springfield
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