# Youth soccer training initiatives in Japan

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/youth-soccer-training-initiatives-in-japan
> Updated: 2026-09-30T04:57:12.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Various youth soccer organizations in Japan have announced or conducted skill-up training sessions and clinics for elementary school students.

In late September, GuFAU held a training session for U12 girls focusing on cognitive skills and ball control. Simultaneously, Ehime FC announced a session for 4th and 5th-grade students scheduled for October 4, which will focus on offensive and defensive tactics.

Following these announcements, Kataller Toyama scheduled a ‘4,5th Grade Clinic (Defense Edition)’ for October 31. This clinic aims to develop decision-making skills for protecting goals and winning the ball in groups.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Kataller Toyama announces soccer clinic for elementary students

Kataller Toyama is hosting a defensive soccer clinic for 4th and 5th-grade students on October 31, 2026, at the Hokuriku Electric Power General Sports Park.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kataller-toyama-announces-soccer-clinic-for-elementary-students

### 2026-09-24: Youth soccer training sessions announced for elementary students

Youth soccer organizations in Japan are hosting skill-up training sessions for elementary school students, focusing on tactical play, ball control, and goal-area combat.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/youth-soccer-training-sessions-announced-for-elementary-students

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