Ages 4–6Little Dragons
Playful, purposeful classes that turn listening, coordination, and brave first steps into habits.
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Central New Jersey · 3 local schools
Stronger on the mat.
More confident
in life.
Kids practice focus, respect, and perseverance. Teens and adults build practical skills and fitness. Every beginner gets a clear first step.
No experience needed · No commitment to enroll during your trial
Programs for real life
Meet them where
they are. Build forward.
Choose the age group. We’ll help with the right class time and a comfortable first visit.
Ages 4–6
Ages 7–12Kids Karate
A clear belt path that helps kids practice focus, respect, perseverance, and calm confidence.
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Ages 13+Krav Maga
Practical self-defense and energizing conditioning taught step by step for complete beginners.
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Why Empower
Black Belt Leaders
beyond the dojo.
Our mission is to inspire and empower our community to be Black Belt Leaders. That means helping students practice the habits families care about: listening the first time, responding with respect, working through frustration, and showing up for others.
Skill with purpose
Clear instruction and achievable milestones help students see that consistent effort matters.
A team behind them
Supportive instructors create structure without losing the fun, energy, and belonging.
Reviews
Hear it from
our parents.
Google review summaries from our local schools—not direct quotations.
Sensei Kelsi and the coaches make classes patient, kind, and fun for children.
Connie Lai
Google review · Aberdeen / Matawan
The program builds confidence, discipline, and life skills—not just techniques.
Mile G.
Google review · East Brunswick / Milltown
Praise for the welcoming instructors and the quality of the school.
Fabiane Pinheiro
Google review · Edison
Meet the owner
Meet Sensei MJ.
Owner. Coach. Father.
Training since 1998.
Black belts in karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Rutgers University graduate. Passionate about teaching and inspiring his students.
Building confidence that goes beyond the mat.
Hi, I’m Manjinder Singh—most people know me as Sensei MJ.
At Empower Martial Arts, our mission is to inspire and empower our community to become Black Belt Leaders. To me, that means helping students develop the confidence to speak up, the discipline to follow through, and the respect to treat others well.
Learning martial arts is part of that journey. What matters just as much is how students use those lessons at home, at school, and throughout their lives.
A parent’s perspective. A coach’s purpose.
As a father of two young daughters, I understand how much trust it takes to put your child in someone else’s care. You want them to feel welcome, receive encouragement, and be challenged in a way that helps them grow.
That’s the experience I want families to have at Empower.
Some students walk through our doors ready to jump in. Others need time to feel comfortable. Our job is to meet them where they are, help them take that first step, and give them reasons to keep going.
What I want every student to learn
Confidence through effort
Confidence grows when students try something difficult, practice, and discover they can improve.
Respect through everyday actions
Listening, showing kindness, and taking responsibility matter as much as any technique.
Perseverance through challenges
Progress takes practice. We help students work through frustration and recognize the value of showing up.
Leadership through example
Being a Black Belt Leader means helping others, keeping your word, and doing the right thing—even when nobody is watching.
One community. Three local schools.
I’m proud to work alongside our instructors serving families in Aberdeen/Matawan, East Brunswick/Milltown, and Edison.
Together, we work to make classes safe, educational, and fun—with clear expectations, meaningful encouragement, and room for every beginner to grow.
Whether you’re looking for your child’s first activity or taking your own first step into martial arts, we’d love to welcome you.
— Sensei MJ
Manjinder Singh
Owner, Empower Martial Arts
Come meet the Empower team.
Experience our classes, meet your instructors, and see whether Empower feels right for your family.
Your 2 Weeks FREE
A simple start.
A choice that stays yours.
01
Request your trial
Choose a program and location. Tell us the best way to reach you.
02
Confirm a class time
The school contacts you to match the student with an appropriate class.
03
Train for two weeks FREE
Meet the instructors during your two-week free trial, experience the program, then decide whether enrollment fits.
Three Central NJ schools
Find your
home mat.
Aberdeen / Matawan
1070 Rt 34
Matawan, NJ 07747
East Brunswick / Milltown
262 Ryders Ln
Milltown, NJ 08850
Edison
2090 Oak Tree Rd
Edison, NJ 08820
Celebrate at Empower
Birthday parties.
Birthday parties are available at our Aberdeen / Matawan and East Brunswick / Milltown schools. Contact your school to ask about availability and party details.
Aberdeen / Matawan
(732) 288-6446East Brunswick / Milltown
(732) 705-6995Questions before class
Know what
to expect.
Little Dragons welcomes ages 4–6. Kids Karate is designed for ages 7–12, while ages 13+ can explore Krav Maga.
We have three New Jersey schools: Aberdeen / Matawan on Route 34, East Brunswick / Milltown on Ryders Lane, and Edison on Oak Tree Road. Open the location page closest to you for the address, phone number and directions.
Yes. Krav Maga is our self-defense program for teens and adults ages 13+, taught step by step so you can start with no martial arts background and no set fitness level.
Yes. Every class assumes no prior experience. Instructors break each skill into small steps, and new students join at the beginner level regardless of when they start.
No. Comfortable clothes are fine for the trial, and instructors teach every skill from the first step.
The form requests your classes. Our team will contact you to confirm the right class time and answer any questions.
After you send the request, the school contacts you within one business day to confirm your first class time. During the two weeks, students train with their age group while instructors guide every step. There is no commitment to enroll — you decide only after experiencing the classes.
Wear comfortable clothes — a uniform is not needed for the trial — and arrive a few minutes early so instructors can welcome you. Beginners start from step one, and the team walks new families through everything on day one.
No. Your two-week free trial has no commitment to enroll. Afterward, you can discuss the available program options with the school.
Yes. Classes are built to meet beginners where they are, with techniques and conditioning introduced progressively.
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