Sensei Harris first came to Lotus Studios in 1991 looking for an avenue to channel his energy and an outlet to break away from his very stressful lifestyle. Having talked to Sensei Killion, he knew that this was the type of outlet that would provide him many physical and mental challenges that could change his outlook on life.

Sensei Harris holds the rank of Nidan, 2nd Degree Black Belt and also the title of "Sensei" meaning full teaching status. Sensei Harris notes, " The training,guidence and friendship that Sensei Killion and Shihan Fitzgerald have given me has been more than I could have ever hoped for. If someone had told me that 5 years ago I would be leading a class with 50 students in it, I would have told them,not a chance. Martial Arts training has definitely changed my life forever. Sensei Killion is proud to have such a fine Instructor by his side and appreciates all the time,devotion and energy that Matthew puts into his training.