Our decision to sign Ryan up for training at Tri State Kickboxing and Mixed Martial Arts was twofold:
First, because Ryan suffers with a disorder; ADHD, and unfortunately in today's society there are still people who label or discriminate against people suffering from this disorder.
As a result.....you guessed it. Ryan was being bullied by kids, because he was different, he didn't fit into the "norm".
So we embarked on a new journey, and started having Ryan train in Martial Arts, not only to improve his self-confidence, but also give him a purpose.
Since his training, Ryan has become more confident, he has learned more self-control and focus. And he has realized that if he puts in the time and effort into anything he works at and gives it his best ....hard work pays off!!
Winners never quit and Quitters never win.💪

My martial arts journey started when I was 19 years old in the fall of 2009, 6 years before I joined Tri State Mixed Martial Arts.
In the years leading up to me finding martial arts, I struggeld with dyslexia and my mental health. In school, I was bullied profusely and would often miss weeks of school at a time. In my Jr. Year in high school, life took a sharp turn. At that moment I realized I did not like the person I was. I made a choice to do... to be better.
Martial Arts saved my life.
In February 2016, I joined Tri State. The moment I walked through those doors I knew this school was something special! I was in awe at the professionalism of the staff, the culture, and the school as a whole. I joined that day!
After some time training at Tri State, Sifu Jeff offered me a position as an assistant instructor. It has been such an honor teaching. Teaching was very new to me and I was a bit nervous at first. Sifu Jeff gave me a gift to help kids, the kind of help I wish I had when I was their age. My hope is to be a positive influence to others the way Sifu Jeff has been to me.
Tri State is home!

We have been attending Tri State for a number of years now and just love the MMA school. It has helped with my
sons build confidence, respect, discipline, healthy lifestyle choices and fitness along with an amazing detailed
martial arts background. The instructors are great with the kids and the owner Jeff is on the mat every day
working with the children. My son has come a very long way under their guidance and we could not be happier
with the program. The support staff are amazing as well. It is a great family atmosphere

I started training at Tri State around last year to help me in preparation to pursue my career in Law Enforcement.
The instructors and owner have a wide range of training and experience. With the training I received from this
location has been a huge attribute to my success in pursuing law enforcement. I feel that it's very important for
young females to have some type of self-defense background to be able to defend themselves. The instructors are
great and patient as well as the students. During my time training I have established some great friendships. I
appreciate everything they have done for me and have gotten me ready for the next chapter of my life

I have been working out at Tri State for about 5 years, I started this journey a bit later in life, it's been a bit of a challenge however pushing through the challenges is very rewarding.

Someone once asked "When is a good time to plant a tree?"
A year ago? Kinda tough to go back and do it if you haven't already
A year from now? I will probably forget about it by then

Myself and my 5 children just started training here and we all love it. Family friendly environment. Great from the
front desk, management and the owner. Instructor's are top notch and very well rounded in their craft. Children
as young as 5 years old to adults can come and feel comfortable and not be intimidated at any skill level. I also
have two special needs children and Tri State has made a positive impact on them in a short time. Very thankful
for Jeff and his team feeling part of the Tri State family

Best Martial Arts school around. Our daughter has been training there for almost 7 years. The respect, discipline
and skills she has learned there are immeasurable. She received her 2nd degree Black Belt in the children's
program and now trains in the adult program. She is a member of the BBC and is an instructor also. I cannot say
enough about Jeff and the entire Tri State family. That is what they are, family.

Takeo has matured, increased in self discipline, and grown his knowledge of Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu ahead of our expectation. Since his start in the program it has aided in grooming him to put in hard work and see the reward for his determination and application... 👍🏿

I started training at Tri State in November 2017 so its almost going on 3 years this November. I have changed in a way that I am more confident and self assured of myself. I am more motivated than I was before I started. I have gotten a lot faster and stronger since starting my martial arts journey. Also I have dropped a lot of weight and making better choices for myself. Finally most importantly I have gained and developed self discipline since starting and I am more focused than before. I have a clear path and direction I want to be on. That is how I have changed since coming to Tri State.

Since beginning training at Tristate my son's life has changed quite a bit. He began in 1st grade. He begged to join "karate" something I know nothing about. He tried a few classes and said "Yes mom. This is what I want." Anything for my Buggy. We signed him up, and, of course the honeymoon stage. He loved it. Loved the coaches. Loved his classmates. Then things were getting rocky. He was struggling in school. Fighting with me and my husband to do homework. I almost took him out. His schoolwork can't suffer for an extracurricular activity. I talked to Karen. She had Sifu Jeff meet with me and then me and Chase. After some encouragement and this Mama feeling like she was at the end of her rope, some hope. Chase isn't just a kid who doesn't want to work or read. He has severe double vision. Sifu Jeff continued to encourage Chase through his own struggles. Chase feels so privileged that he and Sifu Jeff share a learning difference. He looks up to Sifu Kasaun and Sifu Aiden. He is happy when they say his name or call him out that he's doing a good job. He started at age 6. He is 10. He struggles with wanting to go to class but each time he goes he feels proud. Each belt he earns makes him strive to the next belt. Our family is incredibly thankful to Sifu Jeff and all the Tristate family. From this Mama: Thank you for all you do. We can't wait to be back in the gym together but am so thankful you have adapted to current conditions.