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Inner Power Martial Arts

5 ★★★★★ 102 Google reviews · Karate dojo in Howell Township, New Jersey

Free trial Affiliated Kids & teens Private lessons

Affiliated dojo — reviews and the dojo's own info point to a recognized Karate style organization or franchise (think Shotokan/JKA, Kyokushin, Goju-Ryu, Isshinryu, Tiger Schulmann's or Villari's). If lineage matters to you, ask which style and organization the dojo belongs to, and under whom the head sensei earned their black belt.

Plan your first class

  • Free trial / intro class most dojos welcome new students with a free trial or intro class — check their site or give them a call to book your first session
  • Kids & youth classes kids and youth Karate classes — built around discipline, focus, and confidence
  • Private lessons private, one-on-one instruction available — a focused way to start or to work around a busy schedule; ask about availability and rates
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  • Website & schedule innerpowermartialarts.com — book classes and see the live schedule
  • Phone +1 732-886-5556

Hours

Monday 1–9 pm
Tuesday 1–9 pm
Wednesday 1–9:30 pm
Thursday 1–9 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday 8:30 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed

Hours shift for holidays, belt tests, and seminars — worth a quick check before a special trip.

The classes they run

Karate classes on the schedule at Inner Power Martial Arts, confirmed in students' own reviews and the dojo's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

🧒 Kids Karate 17 mentions

“My younger one (who is not quite social) loves the school he looks forward to his class each week and I see him opening up to his instructors and the other children in the class.”

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Teens 2 mentions

“Inner-Power Martial Arts has been a game changer for our teenager,The teen Hapkido classes teach self defense and leadership, not just kicks and punches.”

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👤 Private Lessons

“Also, I am very grateful to Master Brian and Will for taking time to help me one on one, since I am a total beginner.”

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🛡️ Self-Defense 11 mentions

“I think a lot of people think about getting involved in martial arts, for many reasons, whether just for fun, self-defense, or the passion of competing and growing.”

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Other martial arts here

Karate dojos are usually multi-discipline. Here's what else students mention training under the same roof at Inner Power Martial Arts — mined from their reviews and the dojo's own info.

🛡️ Self-Defense 10 mentions

“I think a lot of people think about getting involved in martial arts, for many reasons, whether just for fun, self-defense, or the passion of competing and growing.”

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Disciplines are mined from reviews and the dojo's own info — they show what students have trained, not a formal class guarantee. If you specifically want taekwondo, jiu-jitsu, or kickboxing alongside your Karate, confirm the current schedule with the dojo.

What students say

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 102 Google reviews — in their own words.

expert instruction from a great sensei 4 mentions

“Master Brian McCann is an outstanding Sensei: knowledgeable, encouraging, and deeply committed to each student’s development.”

🌱 welcoming to beginners 4 mentions

“The atmosphere is very relaxed, in that no one judges you, and everyone is nice, warm, and welcoming, especially to new people.”

friendly, respectful dojo 11 mentions

“They created a supportive and respectful environment while teaching practical skills, awareness strategies, and confidence-building tools that felt truly empowering.”

strong technique, kata & fundamentals 4 mentions

“I also like that from day one, I was able to learn actual techniques, as opposed to just doing warm ups and such.”

🧒 strong kids program 2 mentions

“Thank you to all the staff, Antonio, Holly, Maddie for being so knowledgeable in what they do and applying to our kids, our son loves it and I think he only go because of dogball.”

builds confidence, discipline & respect 11 mentions

“They created a supportive and respectful environment while teaching practical skills, awareness strategies, and confidence-building tools that felt truly empowering.”

From the reviews

I work with special ed students, and Master Brian came in to teach a class. He was great with the kids and teachers. Class was a lot of fun. The students had an amazing time!

★★★★★ — Leonard, Jul 2025

Inner Power Martial Arts is a fantastic experience and the Master of Arts in Criminal Justice club at Stockton University greatly appreciates the self-defense techniques offered by Brian McCann and his associates to our students.

★★★★★ — Stocktonmacj, Mar 2025

I think a lot of people think about getting involved in martial arts, for many reasons, whether just for fun, self-defense, or the passion of competing and growing.

★★★★★ — Chris, May 2022

My 8 year old daughter had tried soccer, softball, gymnastics and just didn’t have the desire to continue with those sports. My wife and I decided to take her for a trial class at Inner Power Martial Arts.

★★★★★ — Frank, Apr 2023

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Your first Karate class at Inner Power Martial Arts

Nervous about walking into a Karate dojo for the first time? Almost everyone is, and a good sensei expects beginners to come through the door. Here's what to know. What to expect: a typical first class is a warm-up, then drilling basic stances, blocks, punches, and kicks — not hard sparring. Step to the side whenever you need to; no one will bat an eye. What to wear: athletic wear you can move in (or a gi if you have one); you'll train barefoot. What to bring: water, and a mouthguard if you have one — many dojos lend a loaner gi for a first class, so it's worth asking when you call. As you keep training you'll add your own gi and the belt your dojo awards you. Kumite (sparring) eases in gradually, once your fundamentals are solid. Arrive 10–15 minutes early to sign a waiver and meet the sensei. It gets easier fast — most people feel far more at home by their third class.

Karate is a contact sport. Ease in, train within your limits, listen to your instructors, and if you have any injuries or health concerns, mention them before class and check with a doctor if you're unsure.

Where to find Inner Power Martial Arts

4244 US-9, Howell Township, NJ07731

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