David presented a great course

David presented a great course on self defense to our single parent college students. We learned how to stay safe with out the need to fight! Very valuable lesson that included easy ways to mitigate danger and stay safe in different environments!

Jessica Perkins
Catholic Social Services

As a woman, I worry

As a woman, I worry about crime in my city, and that is why I decided to take a self-defense class. David, from Rapid Self Defense, teaches in a simple to understand manner and the remote learning was easy and effective. I learned to increase situational awareness, how to avoid being a victim of a crime, and what to do if I become a target of someone who wants to hurt me. I thought the class was so helpful, that I employed David to teach my daughters the materials and methods. David is a pro in this arena. You can trust him to teach useful avoidance and tactical information that will help you to stay safe.

Anonmyous

Mr. Hegstad is a very patient

Mr. Hegstad is a very patient and knowledgeable instructor, and it is immediately clear he has a passion for his craft. His attention to detail and willingness to help others improve themselves, no matter their current condition, is very impressive. He has much to offer anyone.

Jerid N.
USMC Veteran

I’m thankful for the awareness

I’m thankful for the awareness that I gained through the course, permission to be rude and the confidence that comes from having knowledge and a plan in case a threating situation were to happen. I would definitely recommend the course to all the ladies I know!

Ashley K.

The instructor really believes in

The instructor really believes in the importance of self-defense for women. The information he presented was very useful to know and to be able to use to keep women safe.

Joyce Wilson

David is a teacher with

David is a teacher with not only patience but a good sense of humor and very personable and understanding. His students will see that his dojo is not only a place to train, but also a place to grow as a individual. I enjoyed training and learning from David, and I thank him for introducing me to Judo.

Rodney Mance

Self-defense classes for women and students!!!

Learn simple and effective skills and strategies for de-escalation, self-defense, and concealed carry.

SAFE 360 | Self-Defense for STUDENTS (5hrs)

For 30 years SAFE Self-Defense programs have helped over 200,00 women and students empower themselves with practical violence prevention and self-defense skills. This program is delivered over 5 hours and is designed to give middle school and high school students the basic knowledge and skills needed to stay safe both at school and in their community.

Course topics:

  • The legal, ethical, and moral aspects of self-defense.
  • Avoidance, awareness, and de-escalation.
  • Trusting your intuition.
  • Things attackers want.
  • Things attackers don't want.
  • Simple strategies to stay safe.
  • Physical defensive skills.
  • Spartan Gear Self-Defense Simulation.
bring safe 360 to your school / Youth Organization!!!

SAFE 360 | Self-Defense for Women (8hrs)

For 30 years SAFE Self-Defense programs have helped over 200,00 women and students empower themselves with practical violence prevention and self-defense skills. This program is 8 hours and covers far more than the student program. Equip yourself with the knowledge to stay SAFE in any environment.

Course topics:

  • The legal, ethical, and moral aspects of self-defense.
  • Avoidance, awareness, and de-escalation.
  • Trusting your intuition.
  • Things attackers want.
  • Things attackers don't want.
  • Simple strategies to stay safe.
  • Physical defensive skills.
  • Spartan Gear Self-Defense Simulation.
  • and much, much more.
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De-escalation | the ultimate self-defense Skill (3hrs)

This program equips participants with effective communication and conflict resolution skills designed to defuse tense situations and prevent violence before it happens. De-escalation skills are for everyone, as conflict is a part of everyday life.

Course topics:

  • What de-escalation is and is not.
  • Social vs. anti-social violence.
  • The emotional element.
  • Strategic empathy.
  • Words and Tone.
  • Body language.
  • Role-plays.

Contact us to learn about a full day version of this program that takes a deeper look into this life-saving skill.

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NRA CCW

The NRA CCW (Concealed Carry) course is the latest pistol course released by the nation's leading firearms organization, The National Rifle Association. Passing is not easy, but can be accomplished by competent beginners and experienced shooters. Message us to find out if this course is right for you.

Course topics:

  • Firearm Safety Rules.
  • Loading and Unloading a Firearm.
  • Pistol Nomenclature and ammunition knowledge.
  • Selecting a Pistol for Self-Defense.
  • Basic Defensive Pistol Skills including the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship, and pistol shooting positions.
  • Drawing from Concealment.
  • Emergency Reloading.
  • Stoppage Remediation.
  • Mindset.
  • Carry Modes.
  • Pistol Concealment.
  • Avoiding a criminal attack and controlling a violent confrontation.
  • Firearms and the Law (IL and any Relevant Federal Laws) (a) relating to the ownership, storage, carry, and transportation of a firearm, (b) requirements for interacting with law enforcement while carrying or transporting a firearm.
  • Firearm Cleaning and Maintenance.
  • Sport Shooting and Training Activities. (offered upon request)
  • Range time with live fire. Students should bring 200 rounds as this will include multiple practice rounds from varying distances, including out to 15 yards.
  • Course Length: 16+ hours per IL State Law: 13+ hours classroom time and 3+ hours of range time. The live-fire portion will include both practice and completion of a test. The test will meet the IL State Law requirement of firing a MINIMUM of 30 total rounds with 70% accuracy; 10 rounds from a distance of 5 yards; 10 rounds from a distance of 7 yards; and 10 rounds from a distance of 10 yards at a B-27 silhouette target approved by the Illinois State Police. Live-fire test will exceed this requirement.
  • Minimum Age: 21yo.
  • IL FOID card verification required before attending course.

This course meets the IL State CCL Course Requirements. IL STATE LAW

The NRA CCW Course is intended to meet the Course requirements of all 50 states, but it is up to the individual student to review their state laws before attending the course.

The IL State Law requires that up to 8 hours of previous training be accepted. Contact us if you have completed up to 8 previous hours of a State Approved course already. If you have you will still be required to attend 5+ additional classroom hours including the Firearm Safety and Legal portions regarding ownership, storage, and transportation of a firearm (Day One), and the range time. RSD would prefer you attend the entire course anyways though.

RSD is not yet an IL approved CCL instructor, and will begin the application process in September 2024.

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