Soul Punch Self-Defense has been named Best Women's Self-Defense Program for 2025 by the Evergreen Awards, recognizing the company's innovative approach to personal safety, empowerment, and technology-driven training.
-- Soul Punch Self-Defense: A Groundbreaking Approach to Women's Safety
In a rapidly changing world, where personal safety is a growing concern, Soul Punch Self-Defense has set a new standard in empowering women to take control of their safety. Under the leadership of CEO Gloria Marcott, the company has revolutionized self-defense training by integrating science, trauma-informed practices, and cutting-edge technology. This dynamic approach earned Soul Punch the prestigious title of Best Women's Self-Defense Program in the U.S. for 2025 from the Evergreen Awards.
This award underscores the effectiveness and innovation of Soul Punch’s model, which focuses on providing women with the skills, tools, and confidence to navigate the world safely. The recognition also highlights the company’s broader mission to empower one million women, who will then go on to teach five million more, creating a lasting ripple effect of self-reliance and safety.
A Vision Rooted in Experience and Empowerment
Soul Punch was founded by Gloria Marcott, a law enforcement professional and survivor of a traumatic abduction. With over two decades of experience in personal safety, Marcott’s mission is to redefine how women approach self-defense. Drawing from her extensive career, which included advanced training in SWAT entry, hostage negotiation, firearms instruction, and defensive tactics, she translates key real-world insights into civilian-relevant safety strategies. Soul Punch distills the neuroscience, force science, and practical decision-making skills that women need to navigate real-life threats with confidence and clarity.
Soul Punch provides a modern, accessible alternative to traditional martial arts-based self-defense programs. Recognizing that not every woman has the time or inclination to dedicate years to training, Marcott developed a comprehensive, science-backed system that empowers women to defend themselves without the need for advanced combat skills.
The Soul Punch Model: A Revolutionary Approach to Personal Safety
At the heart of Soul Punch Self-Defense is a three-pillared approach that combines threat science, practical self-defense techniques, and innovative technology. This model is designed to be quick-to-learn, efficient, and effective for women of all backgrounds and abilities.
- Layered Threat Recognition: The first pillar is a proactive approach to threat recognition. Women are taught to identify and assess potential dangers before they escalate. Through situational awareness, boundary-setting, and assertiveness training, participants can prevent dangerous situations from unfolding.
- Breakaway Skills: The second pillar equips women with body-based techniques that are designed to help them escape from dangerous situations. These movements focus on efficiency and leverage, ensuring that women can effectively defend themselves regardless of their physical strength or size.
- Smart Safety Technology: The third pillar integrates advanced technology into self-defense. The Soul DefendHER device is equipped with 24/7 live monitoring, connecting you instantly to a trained safety agent via phone and SMS, who can verify the situation and dispatch 911 emergency services on your behalf if needed. Upon activation, the device sends automatic alerts with your real-time location, live audio, and tracking map to both your designated contacts and the monitoring center. Designed to work in tandem with the partnered app, it forms a connected safety ecosystem that ensures fast, coordinated support in high-stress moments.
This blend of layered safety, physical skills, and smart technology marks a new era in women's personal safety, offering a highly accessible, multi-layered defense system for any situation.
The Soul DefendHER: A Game-Changing Safety Innovation
At the forefront of Soul Punch’s technological evolution is the newly upgraded Soul DefendHER, a compact, smart safety device engineered specifically for women’s real-world needs. This discreet tool not only deploys maximum-strength pepper gel with UV marking dye, but also activates a piercing alarm, flashing strobe light, and sends automatic emergency alerts with your live location and audio feed to both your trusted contacts and a 24/7 monitoring center.
Unlike traditional tools, the Soul DefendHER connects with a partnered mobile app, where trained agents can instantly verify the situation and dispatch 911 on your behalf if needed, ensuring layered protection at the push of a button.
This powerful blend of physical defense and smart safety technology makes the Soul DefendHER a cornerstone of the Soul Punch Self-Defense system and a revolutionary leap forward in personal safety for women everywhere.
Building a Community of Empowered Women
Soul Punch Self-Defense is not just about teaching women how to protect themselves; it is also about fostering a community of empowerment and leadership. Through the Certified Soul Punch Trainers and Safety Advocates programs, women have the opportunity to lead workshops, corporate training sessions, and community outreach programs, while also earning an income.
These programs provide women with the tools to protect themselves and their loved ones, as well as the opportunity to break free from financial dependency and contribute to their communities. Soul Punch is creating a network of empowered women who are shaping the future of women’s safety and personal security.
A Movement that Is Making an Impact
Soul Punch’s influence continues to grow, with the company reaching over 10,000 women personally trained by Gloria Marcott herself. The brand has achieved over 278 million impressions across social media and garnered attention from major media outlets including Fox News, NBC, ABC, InStyle, and Glamour.
As a result of its impactful work, Soul Punch has established itself as the leader in women’s safety, earning the title of Best Women’s Self-Defense Program of 2025 from the Evergreen Awards. This recognition cements Soul Punch’s place as a trailblazer in the industry, revolutionizing how women approach self-defense and empowering them to walk through the world with confidence and security.
Gloria Marcott: A Visionary Leader
Gloria Marcott’s expertise and leadership are central to Soul Punch’s success. From her extensive background in law enforcement to her commitment to trauma-informed training, Marcott brings a rare and formidable edge to the self-defense industry. With a career spanning high-risk undercover DEA investigations, federal wiretap operations, and tactical fieldwork, she stands among the most highly law-enforcement-trained women leading personal safety initiatives today.
As the founder of Soul Punch, Marcott is redefining what self-defense looks like for women, infusing decades of tactical expertise, neuroscience, and survivor wisdom into a transformative movement. Her mission to train and empower one million women and beyond isn’t just about safety, it’s about building a global community of bold, capable, and fiercely protected women.
Looking Toward the Future: A Vision for Empowerment and Safety
Soul Punch’s ultimate goal is to train 1 million women, creating a nationwide movement of safety advocates and leaders. The company envisions a future where women can walk boldly through the world, knowing that their safety is in their hands.
As the Best Women’s Self-Defense Program of 2025, Soul Punch Self-Defense is not just redefining women’s safety, it is transforming lives. Through a combination of expert training, cutting-edge technology, and a supportive community, Soul Punch is empowering women to take control of their safety and their future.
About Soul Punch Self-Defense
A global personal safety brand founded by Gloria Marcott. It combines science-backed training and cutting-edge technology to empower women to protect themselves. Through a unique curriculum, certified trainers, and innovative safety devices like the Soul DefendHER, Soul Punch aims to create a safer world for women. For more information, visit Soul Punch Self-Defense.
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