SELF DEFENSE TRAINER | Emiko Actor

SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN BY WOMEN

Your Right to Safety: Practical Self-Defense that Transforms Your Life

This is a self-defense training workshop based on real-life attack dynamics with one goal: to complete a single course with a significantly enhanced ability to survive a sudden, unexpected, physical attack or attempted abduction.

We take you from “thinking” to absolutely knowing your safety skill level.

EMIKO ISHII

Soul Punch™
CERTIFIED TRAINER

Emiko is a certified Soul Punch Trainer who believes that Safety is not a privilege — it’s a right. Yet too many women walk through life carrying fear, uncertainty, or the belief that they aren’t strong enough to protect themselves. Her mission is to transform this through Soul Punch Self-Defense. It’s not about years in the dojo or brute strength — it’s about simple, effective tools and a mindset that allows you to walk anywhere with confidence.

“Fall seven times, get up eight.” This Japanese proverb reflects Emiko’s lifelong belief in resilience and empowerment through mindset, knowledge, and purpose. She equips people not only with physical skills but also with the inner strength to live with intention.

An actress, action performer, and founder of Epika Global, Emiko combines creative consultancy, Warrior Mindset coaching rooted in Ikigai principles, and international dance programs that have reached tens of thousands worldwide. She is dedicated to developing creative leaders with an unshakable mindset.

Her journey has been shaped by real-life encounters—travelling across countries and stages, she has had to protect herself and even her fellow artists. With extensive training in Karate, Eskrima, Muay Thai, weapons, and firearms, she has avoided three violent mugging attempts in the UK, workplace harassment, and confrontations in Los Angeles.

Yet Emiko knows that years of martial arts are not a guarantee of safety—and many women do not have the time, resources, or access to train for years before knowing what to do in a threatening situation. Standing at a smaller frame among larger male fighters, she had to understand how to maximize body mechanics and strategy to overcome differences in height, weight, and strength.

Her passion for helping women fearlessly navigate life led her to Soul Punch by Gloria Marcott, a system that aligns with her mission to empower through practical, effective self-defense, focusing on real-world, easy-to-remember techniques that anyone can use under stress. The training also integrates smart technology Soul DefendHER™ Device — as an optional force multiplier to add layers of safety in real scenarios. Emiko believes self-defense is not a privilege but a right, and she will combine practical skills, technology, and mindset training to help others live boldly, safely, and without fear.

WHY SOUL PUNCH IS DIFFERENT?

We provide practical, real-world self-defense education that doesn’t rely on years of martial arts training. Instead, we focus on awareness, actionable techniques, and innovative tools like the Soul DefendHER™ to give women what they need most: confidence, clarity, and command in any situation.

2-Hour Signature Self-Defense Class Includes:

Foundational Safety — awareness, command presence, boundary-setting, OODA Loop, voice, and pre-attack indicators based on neuroscience and threat science
Physical Techniques — biomechanics-based strikes and escapes designed for real-world encounters
Cognitive Override Training — conditioning the brain to respond effectively under threat
Smart Technology Integration — training with the Soul DefendHER™, a smart pepper spray device with Bluetooth and GPS features

Collaboration Options:

Private Staff Training & Team-Building Sessions
Member-Focused Empowerment Events
Pop-Up Safety Demos
Ongoing Workshop Series
Women’s Empowerment Groups
Creative Teams & Performers
Schools, Colleges, & Wellness Events
Corporate Safety & Confidence Sessions

Recognition & Impact

2025 Evergreen Award Winner: Best Women’s Self-Defense Program in the U.S.
Trusted nationally by Hyatt, Girl Scouts, Edward Jones, Keller Williams, and more
Over 10,000 women trained and 362M+ reached online