Meet your coaches at Next Level Combat
With over 30 years of combined experience and 130 fights under their belts, Mark and Jarett are here to share their knowledge and skills. Get ready to take your combat sports journey to the next level.
Mark Lucas: A Commonwealth Games, Pro Titles and everything between
Mark brings an incredible depth of experience to Next Level Combat. As a Commonwealth Games representative for Australia in 2014 and a holder of professional titles, his journey is a testament to dedication and skill.
With 110+ fights Marks experienced is lived, learned, proven, yet still constantly evolving.
Career highlights including state and National titles, Gee bee Bronze medal in Henlsinki, Finland, Prospect of the year awards and Australian representation in over 10+ International tournaments that would propel Mark into the Professional career off the Back of the Commonwealth Games in 2014.
In only his 7th Professional Fight Mark secured the WBA PABA title along with a world rating that would follow on with the WBC opbf title in his next bout.
A short retirement after 9 straight wins and Mark was Back challenging former IBF world champion Sam Soliman for the WBF world title before going on to defeat former IBO world champion Renold Quinlan over 10rnds.
Now Mark looks to instill his experience into building the champions of tomorrow, achieving their goals both in and out of the ring.
Jarett Wilbraham: Competition Proven. Coaching Driven.
Jarrett’s extensive background in MMA and combat sports forms the backbone of our mixed martial arts program. With years of experience competing at a high level, he understands what it takes to perform under pressure, adapt across disciplines, and develop an effective fight strategy.
Jarrett is a two-time Storm Damage Bantamweight Champion, MMA East Coast Bantamweight Champion, and Wollongong Wars Featherweight Champion. He has also twice challenged for the HEX Featherweight Championship, competing against some of the best fighters in Australian MMA.
His combat sports background extends beyond MMA, with Jarrett also being an Australian Open Gold Medallist in Freestyle Wrestling.
His coaching places a strong emphasis on fight IQ, strategy, adaptability and understanding how different areas of combat work together. He also believes in developing techniques that are not only effective, but dynamic, creative and exciting to watch, reflecting the increasingly entertainment-driven direction of modern MMA — something that has also featured throughout his own career, with three back to back Fight of the Night awards.
Whether your goal is to compete, develop your skills, get fit, or simply learn how to fight, you’ll be taught skills built from real competitive experience.
What makes Next Level Combat different?
At Next Level Combat, our deep understanding of technique, mindset and what it genuinely takes to compete sets us apart. We don't just teach moves; we cultivate a supportive environment where we care about your personal growth and what combat sports can bring to your life. From beginners learning new skills to seasoned fighters refining their craft, our personalised approach ensures everyone thrives.
Our vision is to build Championships winning attitudes, improve the culture and encourage the Shoalhaven's next generation of Combat enthusiasts into believing they too can achieve their wildest dreams if they are willing to put in the work"
Mark & Jarett, Coaches at Next Level Combat