“Many Parents of children nowadays are concerned their shy Kid may not be fitting in socially at school, or worse they could become a victim of bullying. I help Kids of all ages build Confidence-fast…using a unique martial art called “Hapkido”. Parents Instantly stop worrying as they watch their Child discover their Inner-Power!”
-Master Brian McCann
Founder of Inner-Power Martial Arts
From helping kids improve focus and discipline to giving adults real-world self-defense and stress relief…our Howell community classes empower every age to become their best self!
A few years ago, my oldest daughter came home from middle school in tears. A group of girls had been bullying her at lunch — making fun of her, isolating her, threatening to fight her. We contacted teachers. We filed reports. Nothing changed.
Then one day, she was terrified. What shocked me most? She had been training in martial arts since she was four years old — yet in that moment, she didn’t feel confident.
That’s when I realized something powerful:
There’s a difference between learning martial arts… and truly believing you can defend yourself!
That weekend, I taught her four simple, real-world Hapkido self-defense techniques — the kind I normally reserve for adults. Something changed immediately. Her posture improved. Her voice steadied. Her fear disappeared.
Monday came. The bully approached her again.This time, my daughter calmly said she wasn’t afraid. And the bullying stopped.
No fight. No escalation. Just confidence!
We don’t just teach forms and drills. We teach practical self-defense for kids — designed to stop bullying before it ever becomes physical.
So happy we chose Inner-Power Martial Arts. My son has been going for about a year, moving up in rank, gaining self-esteem and confidence along the way. Brian and his staff are fun, motivating, and inspirational to my son. I highly recommend this dojo at anyone. Comfortable atmosphere, flexible schedules, and friendly staff makes this a great place to bring your family!
Master McCann and his team of instructors at Inner-Power run a program that is absolutely the best in Monmouth County. My youngest daughter (4-years-old) is a student in the Little Ninja’s class. She is receiving such an enriched martial arts experience. For the entire class period, there are high energy engaging activities, positive encouragement, teaching of proper form, teaching of proper technique, and an overall focus on following directions, respecting each other.
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. All I can say is Master Brian McCann and ALL the staff and instructors at Inner Power are extremely attentive and genuinely care about helping all their students.
Master Brian and all the instructors at this Academy are amazing. My teen daughter has learned so much. She has such a great feeling of accomplishment and her confidence has increased greatly. The sense of comradery among all students in every level is amazing. The instructors foster a team unity and lead by example. I am glad she will have this self defense foundation before she goes off to college.
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. But most don’t even get started because they feel very intimidated and self-conscious, afraid they can’t do it, even afraid just to show up and check it out.
If that’s you, you definitely need to go check out Inner Power Martial Arts
We want you to absolutely love your experience with us, and we’re confident you will! However, if you decide not to continue after your trial, that’s completely okay. There’s no obligation—your trial is simply an opportunity to explore our classes and see if we’re the right fit for you or your child.
Most of our students choose to attend classes 1-3 times per week, depending on their schedule and goals. If you happen to miss a class, no worries—we offer make-up classes at no additional cost to ensure you stay on track with your training.
Not at all! We offer flexible month-to-month programs, so you can enjoy the benefits of martial arts training without any long-term commitment. You’re free to continue for as long as it works for you or your child.
Hapkido isn’t just another martial art.It’s a complete self-defense system from Korea designed to build real-world confidence for both adults and kids.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Could I actually defend myself?” — this training answers that question. You’ll learn practical self-defense using powerful strikes, throws, joint locks, and grappling techniques that work in real situations , not just in a tournament.
You’ll develop:
This isn’t just fitness. It’s capability. And that changes how you carry yourself every day.
For children, Hapkido is a confidence-builder first and self-defense second. Because the truth is, most bullying situations are stopped long before anything physical happens. Through leverage, redirection, and smart technique, kids learn how to handle bigger opponents without relying on size or strength.
More importantly, they develop:
When a child knows they can protect themselves, something shifts. They walk differently.They speak differently. They believe differently.
At Inner-Power Martial Arts, we don’t just teach techniques.We build confident kids. We build capable adults. And we create families who feel stronger — inside and out.
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So happy we chose Inner-Power Martial Arts. My son has been going for about a year, moving up in rank, gaining self-esteem and confidence along the way. Brian and his staff are fun, motivating, and inspirational to my son. I highly recommend this dojo at anyone. Comfortable atmosphere, flexible schedules, and friendly staff makes this a great place to bring your family!
Jennifer, Howell Mom
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Great Place! I have learned so much over the years I’ve been here and would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to learn practical self-defense and get in shape. Only wish that I started earlier. Awesome and friendly staff!
Vito, Jackson NJ
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The Instructors are patient , encouraging, and always positive. Our kids see them as role models. It’s not just martial arts-it’s character development!
Lauren, Farmingdale Mom
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As an adult student I didn’t want a ‘kids karate program’. Hapkido here is the real deal- practical,effective, and the instructors explain everything so clearly. I feel stronger and more prepared every week.
Joseph, Freehold NJ
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Since starting at Inner-Power, my son’s focus in school has improved so much. He’s more confident,more disciplined, and he LOVES coming to class. We Couldn’t be happier!
Denise, Jackson Mom
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Joining Inner-Power has been life-changing. I’ve lost weight, gained confidence and learned real skills to protect myself,
Rich, Jackson New Jersey
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