Don't Be a Victim
The NRA Refuse To Be A Victim® (RTBAV) program is a personal safety and crime-prevention course designed to help people reduce their risk of becoming victims of crime. It focuses on awareness, prevention, and decision-making, not on fighting skills or weapon use.
What the course covers
-Understanding how criminals select victims
-Psychology of Criminal Predators
-Situational awareness and avoidance strategies
-Personal safety at home, in public places, and while traveling
-Safety considerations for parking lots, ATMs, and public transportation
-Cyber safety and identity protection basics
-Home security concepts (lighting, locks, habits)
-Workplace Security
-Automobile Security
-Out-of-Town Travel Strategies
-Personal Protection Devices
-Domestic Violence and Stalking
-Developing a personal safety plan and mindset
Key features:
-Emphasizes prevention over confrontation
-Suitable for all ages and physical abilities
-No physical training or firearms use required
-Can be taught in classroom or seminar formats
-Often led by certified NRA RTBAV instructors
Course Requirements
Minimum Age:
-Typically, you need to be at least 13 years old to take the course. However, younger kids can sometimes participate with parental consent. This class can also be tailored to younger children.
Equipment:
-None
Duration:
-The course generally takes 4 hours of classroom time. It may go longer if there's a lot of questions.
Goal of the course
To empower participants with practical knowledge and confidence so they can recognize danger early, make safer choices, and reduce vulnerability in everyday life.
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