See the bottom of the page for information about scholarships, inclement weather, refunds, and more.
A basic 12-hour Chimera course is $180 per person or $120 for students/seniors.
Scholarships are available! Choose "scholarship registration" when you register, and we'll get in touch with you to figure out the details. We want everyone to be able to take this class regardless of financial circumstances.
If inclement weather causes transportation safety concerns for the instructor(s) or students, the instructor may decide to cancel class. If the session is canceled, they will email all participants to let them know at least 3 hours in advance. RCC will reschedule the session as soon as possible, aiming for the same day of the week and time of day, one week later if possible. No refunds will be issued.
You can choose another set of dates or request a refund if:
In other cases, a refund may not be possible.
If a single session of a class is canceled because the instructor is sick or the weather is bad, RCC will reschedule the session. No refunds will be issued.
We can offer limited transportation assistance to and from classes. Contact Chimera@theRCC.org if you will have difficulty getting to class.
Chimera® Empowerment Self-Defense is a program of RCC Sexual Violence Resource Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit in Madison, Wis. 960 Rise Lane Madison, WI 53714 608-960-9036 (call or text) 24-hour helpline: 608-251-7273 La Línea de Ayuda: 608-258-2567 |