Tri-Force MMA

Tri-Force MMA delivers mixed martial arts and grappling instruction at 181 Conant Street in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Operating seven days a week, the martial arts training facility conducts programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling, Judo, Muay Thai, and boxing for children and adults. Owner and head instructor Professor Pete Jeffrey is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt under Tim Burrill and Carlos Machado, competing as a professional mixed martial artist from 2005 to 2012 and heading the Brown University MMA team. Co-owner Megan Jeffrey holds a brown belt and leads the children's martial arts program, focusing on foundational youth development. Master William Soukhamthath heads Muay Lao and kickboxing instruction, while first-degree black belt Percy Smith leads wrestling instruction. Classes are divided into gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu, stand-up striking, judo throws, and wrestling takedowns. Youth coursework features divisions for ages five to ten and ages eleven to fifteen, preparing students for practical self-defense and athletic competition.