women’s self-defense program

Be Ready for Anything

Six weeks of real-world training taught by Tom Sheehan, a retired Secret Service agent, and our female black belt, Emily Zeller.
Built for women of every age and background.

why this matters

Skills You’ll Use Every Day

Most attacks don't look like the movies. They happen in parking garages, elevators, and social situations — often with someone familiar. The difference between a bad situation and a tragedy is usually awareness, not strength.

This program isn't just about learning to fight. It's about learning to read a room, setting boundaries with confidence, creating space when you need it, and responding effectively if a situation escalates, all before it ever becomes dangerous.

These aren't gym skills. They're life skills that reshape how you move through the world; at college, at work, at 11 pm in a parking lot, at any age.

What to expect

We’ll cover a multitude of skills over the six weeks, but here are a few:

• Striking. How to attack your opponent effectively if needed.

• Ground fighting. How to protect yourself (and escape) if the fight goes to the ground.

• Case Studies. Hear real-world situations and stories from Tom’s time in the Secret Service (and personal accounts).

• Sparring. Put your skills to the test in your final class (in a controlled environment with coaching).