The Richland County Sheriff’s Department offers a women’s self defense course free of charge to the public. 

This is a crime prevention program that utilizes techniques that are specifically designed for women to reduce the likelihood of victimization.

This program empowers women to recognize their strengths and make sound decisions when faced with potentially dangerous situations.

For more details about this program please contact Lt. Heidi Scott of the Victim Services Unit at 576-3113 or e-mail hscott@rcsd.net

Classes are scheduled for the following dates:

September 14, 2010	Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Richland County Recreation Commission: Adult Activity Center, 7494 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223 RSVP:  Melissa at 803-462-9995
September 16, 2010	Time: 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Richland County Recreation Commission: Adult Activity Center, 7494 Parklane Road, Columbia, SC 29223 RSVP:  Melissa at 803-462-9995