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COMBAT MIRROR VC / INVESTORS

THE COMBAT MIRROR

Revolutionizing Combat Sports Training Through Real-Time Neurological Feedback.

- Seed Round: AUD $3-5M

June 2025 | Brett Foster, Founder & Inventor

The Problem With Combat Sports.
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​Brain Injuries Are a $4.5B Problem and Growing.
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​Combat sports aren’t just dangerous - they’re expensive.

  • $4.5B+ spent annually on sports-related brain injury treatment
  • Combat gyms, leagues, and insurers face rising liability costs
  • No scalable, data-backed solution exists to reduce risk proactively
  • Meanwhile, global combat sports continue to grow, fueling demand for safety innovation

The Combat Mirror sits at the intersection of prevention and profit - solving a billion-dollar problem with scalable tech that gyms want and insurers need.

We made the solution.
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​A first-of-its-kind system built to protect fighters and generate profit.

  • Hardware + AI platform: shatterproof mirror with embedded smart camera
  • Provides instant visual feedback to correct defensive technique in real time
  • Accelerates skill acquisition while reducing preventable head impacts
  • High-margin product with B2B/B2C licensing potential across gyms, federations, and schools

Combat Mirror isn’t just protecting athletes - it’s creating a defensible, scalable revenue stream in a $5B+ combat sports ecosystem.
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The World’s First Defensive Training Mirror, and NeuroBoxing Feedback System - Built for Mass Adoption.
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​Real-time feedback on guard, head movement, and timing.

  • Modular design: wall-mounted or portable for any gym setup
  • Compatible with Boxing, MMA, Muay Thai, Traditional Gyms and beyond
  • Plug-and-play utility means rapid onboarding and low churn across high-LTV clients
  • Combat Mirror isn’t niche - it’s built to scale across disciplines, facilities, and markets. One product, multiple revenue verticals.

Harnessing Movement Data.

Turning Every Strike into Insights

What We Collect

Combat Mirror captures detailed movement insights from every punch, dodge, and stance using a shatterproof mirror paired with a smart camera.

  • Tracks real-time movement, reactions, and performance
  • Measures speed, accuracy, and safety during training or rehab
  • Creates data points for both athletic and therapeutic use

How It Works

Our AI instantly analyzes user movements and delivers actionable feedback—whether that’s tightening a fighter’s guard or supporting a patient’s recovery.

Why It Matters

This ever-growing dataset fuels a smarter platform that evolves over time, creating value across key sectors:

  • Gyms & Combat Sports – Athlete performance & injury prevention
  • Military – Tactical readiness & cognitive reaction tracking
  • Medical – Physical therapy & neuro-rehabilitation

Data That Transforms Industries.

One Platform. Endless Possibilities.

Future Potential

Combat Mirror’s data has the power to revolutionize training and recovery across sectors:

  • Combat Sports:
    ​Improve fighter safety and performance
    ​(e.g., 5–50% better defense, fewer injuries)
  • Military & Law Enforcement:
    ​Accelerate training and reduce risk
    ​(e.g., faster skill acquisition, fewer incidents)
  • Medical Rehabilitation:
    ​Enhance recovery for brain injuries and neurological conditions
    ​(e.g., quicker motor skill improvements)

Cross-Industry Impact

Insights in one field strengthen others:

  • Military data enhances police tactics
  • Sports performance insights guide medical therapy
  • Medical recovery data refines athlete training

Projected Examples (Early-Stage Projections)

  • Military: 5–40% faster training → reduced costs, increased readiness
  • Police: 5–50% fewer incidents → lower risk, safer operations
  • Medical: 5–40% faster recovery → improved outcomes, better care

Long-Term Vision

A global platform monetized through:

  • Subscriptions ($10/month per user)
  • Enterprise Licensing (e.g., hospitals, academies, defense)

Projected to create billions in long-term value by enabling safer, smarter training worldwide.

Multi-Billion Dollar Market - With Multiple Entry Points.

Combat Mirror addresses high-growth, high-need verticals across sport, defense, and healthcare:

  • Combat Sports Training: $2.8B
  • Military & Law Enforcement Training: $12.8B
  • Neurological Rehabilitation: $1.9B (growing at 8% CAGR)
  • Sports Tech & Wearables: $31B

Total Addressable Market: $48B+

With hardware + software scalability and applications beyond sport, Combat Mirror is positioned to capture market share in industries where performance, protection, and prevention intersect.


​Clinical Validation in Motion - with Scalable Health Applications

  • Research partnership secured with Prof. Alan Pearce, La Trobe University
  • 5 clinical protocols developed; initial 90-day trial launching imminently
  • Study targets: neuroplasticity, injury prevention, and accelerated skill acquisition
  • Early modeling shows an ~80% probability of favorable outcomes
  • Expanding beyond sport: potential applications in Parkinson’s, MND, concussion rehab
“Repetitive head impacts are a key driver of CTE - and they often happen in training, not just in the ring. The Combat Mirror helps reduce these impacts by sharpening defensive reactions under speed, power, and pressure - without needing to get hit.”
​– Prof. Alan Pearce, PhD | Clinical Neuroscientist, Concussion & CTE Researcher

With clinical credibility, a defensible IP pipeline, and broader health applications, Combat Mirror is more than a training tool - it’s a gateway to new medical markets.


​Combat Mirror – Scientific Research Program 2025/2026

Adjunct Professor Alan Pearce PhD.
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​Objectives:

1. Provide evidence-based data on Combat Mirror vs traditional methods of boxing/combat sport training

2. Demonstrate reduction of repetitive head impacts without loss of technical expertise and fighting capacity for competitive boxers/combat athletes

3. Usefulness of Combat Mirror to improve strength and maintain activities of daily living in those with neurological and neurodegenerative diseases.

Four research themes:

Five High-Value Entry Points

Combat Mirror has clear product-market fit across five strategic segments:

  1. 1.Combat Gyms – 3,000+ in AU/NZ alone
    ​→ B2B2C sales model with high-usage environments and community reach
  2. 2.Military & Law Enforcement
    ​→ CQC training, reaction-time drills, officer safety enhancement
  3. 3.Parents of Young Fighters
    ​→ Consumer-driven adoption focused on safety, not just performance
  4. 4.Professional Athletes
    ​→ Elite users seeking marginal gains and reduced career risk
  5. 5.Medical & Rehab Centers
    ​→ Therapeutic tool for brain injury, neuro rehab, and motor learning

This multi-vertical strategy ensures revenue diversity, sticky use cases, and long-term defensibility across both commercial and clinical markets.

Multiple Revenue Streams with Scalable Margins

Combat Mirror is designed to monetize across hardware, software, and institutional channels:

  • Hardware Sales
    ​→ $599–$699 retail | >69% margin (COGS: ~$200)
  • Military & Law Enforcement Contracts
    ​→ High-volume institutional deals with long-term procurement potential
  • App Subscriptions
    ​→ Monthly recurring revenue through premium training & analytics tiers
  • Affiliate Commissions
    ​→ Revenue-sharing via partnered gyms and combat communities
  • B2B Licensing
    ​→ OEM & white-label opportunities for rehab and medical equipment markets

This blended model combines upfront revenue with long-tail recurring income - positioning Combat Mirror as a high-margin, multi-market platform.

Go-To-Market Strategy: 3-Phase Rollout

Combat Mirror’s launch strategy is built for validation, momentum, and scale:

  • Phase 1: Proof of Concept (2025)
    ​Launch in AU/NZ with 50 key partner gyms to validate product-market fit, pricing, and training outcomes
  • Phase 2: Expansion via Influence (2026)
    ​Scale to 500+ gyms through influencer-backed campaigns, affiliate programs, and grassroots adoption
  • Phase 3: Global Institutional Growth (2027+)
    ​Target military, law enforcement, and clinical markets worldwide through strategic partnerships and enterprise sales

This phased approach de-risks launch, builds brand authority, and unlocks high-value institutional channels at scale.

Traction & Validation: Early Signals of Strong Market Fit

  • Early Partnerships Formed
  • Inventor Credibility
    ​Deep roots in the combat sports community, with firsthand insights into athlete needs and training culture
  • Patent Applications Approved
    ​IP protection completed with PCT patent approved for core technology
  • Scientific Collaboration Established
    ​Formal research program underway with La Trobe University and Prof. Alan Pearce (CTE & neuroplasticity focus)

These early wins signal high demand, defensibility, and a team with the domain expertise to execute.

Competitive Landscape: Category-Creating Advantage

No direct competitors offer real-time mirror-based feedback for combat sports.
​Combat Mirror stands alone in its ability to deliver instant, in-the-moment correction.

Solution Type

Feedback Type

Real-Time?

Integration w/ Training

Traditional Mirrors

Visual only

❌

✅ (but passive)

Wearables

Data-driven, delayed

❌

✅ (but post-session)

Video Analysis

Manual review

❌

❌ (requires pause & review)

Combat Mirror

Visual + AI feedback

✅

✅ (active, live coaching)

Combat Mirror defines a new category - bringing real-time feedback into the training environment, without friction or lag.

Financial Projections: Conservative, Scalable Growth

Built on real-world pricing, conservative adoption rates, and scalable recurring revenue. All figures in USD.
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​Average Hardware RRP: $649 USD

Year

Units Sold

Hardware Revenue

App Revenue

Projected Revenue

Gross Profit

Margin

Year 1 (2025)

1,000

$649K

$0

$649K

$449K

69.2%

Year 2 (2026)

5,000

$3.245M

$600K

$3.845M

$2.755M

71.7%

Year 3 (2027)

15,000

$9.735M

$1.8M

$11.535M

$8.265M

71.7%

Gross Margins:
​• >69%+ on hardware (COGS: ~$200)
​• >85%+ on software/app subscriptions

With strong margins, clear path to scale, and multiple revenue levers, Combat Mirror is built to grow lean and earn early.

Use of Funds: Strategic Capital Deployment (AUD $3–5M)

Designed to accelerate go-to-market, deepen IP moat, and fuel sustainable scale.

Allocation %

Category

Purpose

35%

Inventory & Production Scaling

First manufacturing runs, hardware tooling, fulfillment infrastructure

25%

AI Development & App Finalization

Real-time feedback engine, mobile UX, backend scalability

20%

Team Expansion

Key hires: CEO, CTO, sales lead, ops manager

15%

Marketing & PR

Launch campaigns, influencer partnerships, paid acquisition

5%

Research Collaboration (Dr. Pearce)

Clinical validation & early medical positioning

This round unlocks mass production, technical maturity, and early market dominance.

Team & Advisory: Built from Domain, Backed by Science

Founder
​Brett Foster – Deep roots in combat sports and product development, with firsthand understanding of the risks athletes face and the gaps in training technology.
​Inventor of the Combat Mirror, driving early traction, product-market fit, and partnerships.

Scientific Advisor
​Prof. Alan Pearce, PhD – Renowned neuroscientist, concussion & CTE researcher at La Trobe University.
​Leading Combat Mirror’s clinical validation and exploration of neuroplasticity-based applications.

Lead Product Designer
​Nick Rennie – Designer & former elite track athlete.
​Nick brings precision and performance insight to every aspect of the Combat Mirrors design. From furniture and lighting to high-performance sporting goods, Nicks work is used by Olympians and professionals alike.

Structural Engineer
​Raoul Luescher – 30+ years in composite engineering
​Raoul has worked with Boeing Aerospace and the Australian Institute of Sport, validating the Combat Mirror through extreme durability testing. His robotic rig delivered 10 punches per second at 350kg of force, proving it can withstand professional-level impact. A trusted name among Olympic and national athletes, Raoul brings elite testing standards to the product.

Actively Hiring:

  • CEO – Scaling operations, funding, and strategic growth
  • CTO – AI, computer vision, and product roadmap leadership
  • Industry Advisors – Experts in defense, medical, and sport tech verticals

Early-stage team with domain obsession. Now building the bench to scale globally.

Investment Terms & Timeline: Structured for Growth, Aligned for Impact.

Seed Round Details

  • Raise Target: AUD $3–5M
  • Structure: Flexible drawdown over 18–24 months
  • Milestone-Based Releases: Funds deployed in tranches aligned with key operational and clinical milestones
  • Upcoming Catalyst:
    ​→ 90-day clinical study results expected soon
    ​→ High probability of favorable outcomes = potential valuation uplift

This round sets the foundation for scaled production, data validation, and multi-market expansion - with clinical proof as the next value inflection point.

Vision & Exit Potential: Building the New Standard in Combat Sports Safety.

Global Category Creation

  • Combat Mirror in Every Gym: From boutique studios to elite training centers, becoming the default defensive training tool
  • Medical Licensing Expansion: Licensing IP to the $1.9B+ neuro-rehab sector for concussion, Parkinson’s, and motor recovery
  • Strategic Acquisition Potential:
    ​→ Targets include major sports tech brands, medical device companies, and defense contractors seeking innovation in human performance
  • Series A Target: $20–30M raise post-clinical validation to scale globally, expand into B2B/health verticals, and enhance AI IP

The vision: transform fighter safety, unlock new therapeutic tools, and define a defensible, billion-dollar category.

THE COMBAT MIRROR

LET'S TALK.

BRETT FOSTER, FOUNDER & CEO
​Protect Yourself At All Times Pty Ltd
​Patent Protected: WO 2024/187234

EMAIL: BRETT@COMBATMIRROR.COM
​PHONE: +61 414 210 051

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