Today we’d like to introduce you to Zack Harris.
Hi Zack, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
I first fell in love with wrestling at the age of nine, sitting in a small apartment in Kennesaw, GA with my mom, watching it on TV. From then on, I knew I wanted to be a wrestler but had no idea how to get started. In 2010, I found the United States Wrestling Organization (USWO) in Nashville, run by veteran Tony Falk – someone who’d worked with legends like The Rock, Kurt Angle, and even refereed Steve Austin’s first match. I became close with his son, LT Falk, who ran a training school out of the same building. He agreed to train me, and about a year later – on July 28, 2012 – I had my first official match in that building. Since then, I’ve wrestled across the Southeast, built meaningful relationships in the business, and even had the chance to do extra work with WWE.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
The words “wrestling business” and “smooth” usually don’t go together. One of my earliest struggles was simply overcoming the fear of the ring. The body isn’t built to take that kind of punishment, and your brain does everything it can to stop you from doing it. Pushing through that barrier taught me a lot about myself – if I can handle that, I can handle a lot of difficult things in life.
Another challenge is the financial aspect. On the independent scene, most wrestlers aren’t making much money unless they’re signed to a major promotion. It’s not uncommon to earn $20 for a show, so if you’re getting into the business to get rich quick, you’re better off going to medical school. But that grind also makes the wins more meaningful. When you work your way up to bigger opportunities and respectable paydays, you know you’ve truly earned it.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’m currently on the creative team with Music City Pro Wrestling, a startup promotion in Nashville that will host its third show on September 6th. It’s been incredibly rewarding not only to step into the ring myself, but also to contribute behind the scenes to the production of an entire show. That’s a side of the business I’d wanted to be part of for years, and when the owner, Jermaine “Se7en” Alston, invited me to join, I jumped at the chance. I truly believe we’re building something special in the Nashville wrestling scene, and I’m excited to see how it grows over the next year.
Outside the ring, I run my own personal training business, Harris Fit Systems, which I started in 2018. I specialize in online coaching, and I keep my client roster small so I can deliver truly individualized support. For me, “personal training” should be personal – I don’t hand out cookie-cutter programs. I’m proud that the clients I do take on get my full attention and a coaching experience that’s tailored to their goals.
What sets me apart is that I’m fully invested – whether it’s helping a promotion bring its vision to life or guiding someone through a transformation. I balance creativity, discipline, and authenticity in everything I do, and that combination is something I’m proud to be known for.
What were you like growing up?
Growing up, I was always drawn to being productive and creative. My mom loves to tell stories about me at three or four years old, walking around with an empty serving platter and notepad, pretending to be a waiter and taking my grandpa’s order. I guess that was my entrepreneurial side showing early on.
Personality-wise, I was outgoing – I never really knew a stranger. In my group of friends, I was often the “mouthpiece,” the one who would step up and talk to adults on our behalf.
As for interests, I was into all things action: Mortal Kombat, Power Rangers, Big Bad Beetleborgs, Street Fighter, Arnold Schwarzenegger movies, martial arts flicks, and eventually, wrestling. That mix of imagination, performance, and intensity has stuck with me ever since.
Pricing:
- 10-week online coaching packages – $500 (includes one-on-one coaching and individualized nutrition guidance)
- Custom training programs – $75 (6-week repeatable template with scaling options and nutritional suggestions)
- Zack Kennedy Harris Trading Cards – $3 each or 2 for $5 (two designs available)
- Wrestling T-shirts – $20 (limited runs, designs vary)
- Autographed 8x10s – $10
Contact Info:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zackkennedyharris
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/zackbharris
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ZackKennedyHarris
