Two Coaches. One Mission.
Next Level Footy was built by players who know what it takes — and who want to pass that on to the next generation.
Why We Started Next Level Footy
Next Level Footy was founded by two passionate AFL players who saw a gap in junior development — players with real potential who just needed the right guidance, the right environment, and coaches who genuinely cared.
We started with a simple idea: give every junior player access to the kind of personalised, high-quality coaching that actually moves the needle. Whether you're picking up a footy for the first time or pushing for rep selection, we meet you where you're at.
Based out of Laurimar FC in Doreen, we help players of all ages across Melbourne.
50+
Players Coached
Experience You Can Trust
Kaiden Arthur
Head CoachSenior Captain — Laurimar FC
Kaiden is the Senior Captain at Laurimar Football Club and a current PE Teaching student, bringing both elite on-field experience and a deep understanding of how young athletes learn and develop. His coaching style is high-energy, encouraging, and built around making every player feel confident while developing real, lasting skills.
- Senior Captain, Laurimar FC
- PE Teaching student
- Specialist in skill development and game sense
Ethan Jones
Head CoachAFL Victoria
Ethan is an AFL Victoria player who brings a winning mentality and infectious energy to every session. He has a genuine passion for building player confidence — making skill development feel exciting and rewarding, and ensuring every athlete leaves the session better than when they arrived.
- AFL Victoria player
- High-performance training methods
- Specialist in contested ball and athleticism
Our Coaching Philosophy
Personalised Development
No two players are the same. Every session is tailored to the individual — their strengths, their weaknesses, and their goals.
Real Experience
Both coaches have played at a high level. The advice we give comes from lived experience on the field, not just theory.
All Ages Welcome
From first-time juniors to senior players pushing for selection — we work with everyone and adapt our coaching accordingly.
Results You Can See
We track progress and set goals so players and parents can see real improvement over time, not just feel-good sessions.
Ready to Train With Us?
Book a session and experience the Next Level Footy difference for yourself.