MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES
NEAR WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ
If you're looking for martial arts near Wall Township, our school is a short drive west: Inner-Power Martial Arts, a Hapkido school on Route 9 in Howell. We teach kids, teens and adults, and we keep our classes smaller than a typical karate school's, because Hapkido needs an instructor's hands-on attention. Master Brian McCann has been teaching since 2001, and on Route 9 in Howell since 2005.
The best way to see if it's a fit is to start with two free intro classes. There's no payment, no card and no obligation to continue.
4244 US-9, Howell, NJ 07731 · On Route 9 in Howell, in the same plaza as Five Guys
A 5.0 Google rating from over 100 reviews · Teaching since 2001 · On Route 9 since 2005 · Ages 4 and up · Two free intro classes
Programs for Wall Township families
Little Ninjas (ages 4–5). Our youngest students start here, with the same close coaching we use in every kids class.
Power Kids (ages 6–12). These are our Power Kids classes, grouped by age and experience. Students learn practical self-defense, including skills that help with bullying situations. See the kids program for more.
Teen & Adult Hapkido (13+). Teen and adult classes focus on practical self-defense: joint locks, throws, strikes and close-range techniques. Master Brian teaches every one of these classes himself. On Wednesdays, teens and adults can also train Filipino Martial Arts; current times are on our schedule.
Not sure what to wear or how a first class works? Read What to Expect at Your First Martial Arts Class.
Why make the drive from Wall
Hapkido is joint locks, throws, strikes and close-range self-defense. You can't learn those safely from the back of a crowded room. Someone has to check your angle on a wrist lock, how much pressure you're using and how you land when you fall, one student at a time.
That's why we keep our classes smaller than a typical karate school's. In our kids classes, we keep one instructor or assistant for every six kids. In teen and adult classes, Master Brian teaches every class himself, and our higher belts coach beginners one-on-one.
Smaller classes mean more coaching for each student and safer partner work. That's the reason to make the short drive from Wall: more of each class is spent with an instructor checking your technique.
If you're comparing styles, we wrote about how Hapkido differs from karate in Karate vs. Hapkido. You can also read more about what Hapkido is.
We have a 5.0 Google rating from over 100 reviews, and we were a 2024 Community's Choice Finalist and BusinessRate Best of 2026. Master Brian has been training since 1990, teaching since 2001 and teaching on Route 9 in Howell since 2005. Memberships run $179–$349 per month, depending on how many classes you take each week and what's included. Family discounts are available. Come try two free intro classes, and we'll go over the options with you.
The drive from Wall Township
From Wall Township, we're about a 15–18 minute drive west, roughly 11–13 miles, depending on where you start. From most of Wall, head west on Route 138 or Route 34 to I-195 west, then take US-9 north to 4244 US-9 in Howell. We're in the same plaza as Five Guys, with free parking at the door.
From the Wall Township Municipal Building on Allaire Road, the drive is typically about 16 minutes. These are ordinary drive times, not a promise about rush hour; weekday evenings around class time can add a few minutes.
Classes run Monday through Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Get directions: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=4244+US-9,+Howell,+NJ+07731
Questions from Wall Township parents
Is there a martial arts school near Wall Township, NJ?
Yes. Inner-Power Martial Arts is a Hapkido school at 4244 US-9 in Howell, about a 15–18 minute drive west of Wall Township via I-195 and Route 9. We teach kids, teens, and adults.
How do I get there from Wall Township?
Take Route 138 or Route 34 to I-195 west, then US-9 north to 4244 US-9, Howell, NJ 07731 — the same plaza as Five Guys, with free parking at the door. From the Wall Township Municipal Building on Allaire Road, the drive is typically about 16 minutes.
What style of martial arts do you teach?
We teach Hapkido, a Korean martial art that includes strikes, joint locks, throws, and practical self-defense. Classes are for kids 4–12, teens, and adults.
Why are your classes smaller?
Hapkido uses joint locks, throws, and close-range self-defense, which need an instructor's hands-on attention to learn safely, so we keep classes smaller than a typical karate school. In kids classes we keep one instructor or assistant for every six kids. In teen and adult classes, Master Brian teaches every class himself, and higher belts work one-on-one with beginners.
What ages and programs do you offer?
Little Ninjas (ages 4–5), Power Kids (ages 6–12), and Teen & Adult Hapkido (13+). Classes run Monday–Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
How much do classes cost?
Memberships run $179–$349 per month depending on classes per week and what's included. Family discounts available. After two free intro classes, we'll go over the options with you.
Is there a free trial?
Yes: two free intro classes, no payment or card needed, and no obligation to continue. Wear comfortable athletic clothes; you don't need a uniform for the intro classes.
Do you require a contract?
We'll walk you through the membership options after your two free intro classes.
Where do I park?
There's free parking at the door. We're in the same plaza as Five Guys, at 4244 US-9 in Howell.
Visit us from Wall Township
4244 US-9, Howell, NJ 07731
(732) 886-5556
We're on Route 9 in Howell, in the same plaza as Five Guys, with free parking at the door.
Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 4:30–8:30 PM · Wednesday 4:30–9:00 PM · Saturday 9:45 AM–12:30 PM · Friday and Sunday closed. Classes run Monday–Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Book your two free intro classes. No card, no obligation. After class, we'll help you choose the program that fits your family. Or call us at (732) 886-5556.
We hope to see you on the mat.
Master Brian
Martial arts for nearby towns
Families also visit us from Howell, Freehold, Farmingdale, Jackson and Lakewood. Looking for kids self-defense? See our anti-bullying program. More answers are on our FAQ.