Coach Harris Bowman is currently a brown belt and originally from the Bay Area of Northern California. Harris is also a 5 and a half year Marine Corps veteran. During his time in the Marine Corps, Harris specialized in hand to hand combative skills and martial arts. His duties included providing diplomatic security for several presidents and members of their cabinet during their overseas travels. Upon his honorable discharge from the Marine Corps, Harris has dedicated himself to the craft of Jiu Jitsu and Grappling. Harris also has experience training in various martial arts including kickboxing and wrestling over the years. He has competed in the cage in several Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) matches. Today Harris trains under the Checkmat Gallatin banner under the guidance of Professor Sebastian Rodriguez. When Harris isn’t on the mats, he enjoys bow hunting and spending time with his wife and 2 boys.