The Division of Public Safety is taking a new advocacy and self-defense training approach with RISE UP.
Resiliency in Self-defense Education, Universal Protection (RISE UP) is an advocacy program created by certified self-defense instructors at Case Western Reserve University to provide in-depth sexual assault training for all students and employees. This unique program educates, validates, and instills confidence in those who want to learn more about self-defense.
RISE UP strives to increase awareness of the violence experienced by women, children, minorities, the LGBTQ+ community, those with disabilities, and so many more. RISE UP offers two training courses to create a safe space for all. W.E. (Women Empowered) and U.S. (Universal Self-Defense).
Course 1: W.E. (Women Empowered)
W.E. (Women Empowered) is a 3-week self-defense program offered in the fall semester to those who identify as women of all ages and abilities at Case Western Reserve University. This program utilizes a holistic approach to trauma-informed self-defense to educate students on the power of awareness, assertiveness, and physical technique while instilling confidence and security within themselves.
Course 2: U.S. (Universal Self-Defense)
U.S. (Universal Self-Defense) is a 3-week self-defense program offered to the entire campus community in the spring semester. This class will give insight into how to deploy self-defense tactics against an aggressor and how to exit an unwanted situation safely. Open to all; participants will be guided through exercises designed to strengthen their ability to defend themselves and build confidence in their ability to protect.
Future courses will be posted here and announced in the daily. For more information about the next available class, contact the program coordinator at publicsafety@case.edu.