Real Madrid Foundation Official Soccer School Launches in Osaka: Three Schools Open Simultaneously in Summer 2026, Following Kobe. Enrollment Campaign in Celebration!

Real Madrid Foundation Football School JAPAN (operated by Global Football Management Co., Ltd., CEO Kohei Masuda) will open its Higashisumiyoshi Osaka campus on Friday, August 7, 2026, the Tennōji Osaka campus on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, and the Umeda Osaka campus on Thursday, September 3, 2026. This simultaneous launch of three locations in Osaka marks a full-scale expansion into the Kansai region, opening the door to world-standard soccer education for elementary, middle, and high school students, as well as adults. Prior to opening, free trial sessions will be held at each campus from June to August 2026.

■ Background of the Osaka Expansion

The Real Madrid Foundation Official School, now in its 14th year, is Japan’s largest soccer education network, with approximately 1,400 students nationwide, primarily in the Greater Tokyo and Tokai regions. Following the opening of the Kobe campus in April 2026, the organization has decided to make a full-scale entry into Osaka in summer 2026.

Nationwide, school club activities are increasingly transitioning to community-based programs. Municipalities such as Kobe are actively implementing this shift. A core mission of this Osaka expansion is to provide world-class training methods and environments for children who, despite their passion for soccer, risk losing access to competitive opportunities.

■ Opening Schedule

June 23, 2026 (Tue) – Free trial sessions begin sequentially at all campuses (9 sessions total)
August 7, 2026 (Fri) – Higashisumiyoshi Campus opens (every Friday, 16:00–20:00)
September 1, 2026 (Tue) – Tennōji Campus opens (every Tuesday, 15:30–19:00)
September 3, 2026 (Thu) – Umeda Campus opens (every Thursday, 15:30–19:00)

■ Features of the Three Osaka Campuses

[1] Tennōji Campus – Expanding Access to Soccer at Osaka’s Prime Location

Venue: Captain Tsubasa Stadium Tennōji (within Tenshiba Park)
Address: 5-55 Chausuyamacho, Tennōji Ward, Osaka City (inside Tennōji Park Tenshiba)
Nearest Stations: JR, Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, Tanimachi Line “Tennōji” Station / Kintetsu “Osaka Abeno Bridge” Station (all within walking distance)
Court: Outdoor artificial turf futsal court
Opening Date: September 1, 2026 (Tue)
Practice Days: Every Tuesday, 15:30–19:00
Target: Elementary School Grades 1–3 (G1–G3) ※ Also features adult class “Adult Fútbol”

Located at the heart of Tenshiba Park, a major transportation hub connecting northern and southern Osaka, this campus offers exceptional accessibility. Surrounded by greenery, it naturally attracts families across generations. Its location allows broad catchment from southern Osaka, Sakai, and Nara, making it one of Osaka’s most accessible venues.

[2] Umeda Campus – Experiencing a Global Brand on the Rooftop of Osaka’s Urban Center

Venue: Captain Tsubasa Field Osaka Umeda in LINKS UMEDA (Yodobashi Camera Umeda Rooftop)
Address: 1-1 Oyodonaka, Kita Ward, Osaka City
Nearest Stations: Direct access from Osaka Metro Midosuji Line “Umeda” Station / Hankyu and Hanshin “Osaka Umeda” Stations / JR Osaka Station
Court: Rooftop outdoor artificial turf futsal court
Opening Date: September 3, 2026 (Thu)
Practice Days: Every Thursday, 15:30–19:00
Target: Elementary School Grades 1–3 (G1–G3) ※ Also features adult class “Adult Fútbol”

Situated on the rooftop of Yodobashi Camera in Umeda—the largest terminal in Kansai—this location is unparalleled in Japan. With easy access for parents after work and high visibility across the Kansai region, it will serve as a platform to widely promote the Real Madrid Foundation brand.

[3] Higashisumiyoshi Campus (Flagship) – The Core of Year-Round, Full-Scale Development

Venue: Captain Tsubasa Field Higashisumiyoshi (All-weather indoor courts, newly opened July 2026)
Address: Higashisumiyoshi Ward, Osaka City (exact details to be announced on official website at opening)
Court: Two all-weather indoor futsal courts with premium long-pile artificial turf, cleats permitted
Opening Date: August 7, 2026 (Fri)
Practice Days: Every Friday, 16:00–20:00
Target: Elementary Grade 3 to High School Students

This all-weather indoor facility ensures uninterrupted training regardless of extreme heat, heavy rain, or typhoons, enabling continuous growth for students from elementary to high school. Located in an area with a strong soccer culture, home to Cerezo Osaka’s Yanmar Stadium Nagai, it provides ample space for advanced tactical training. As the flagship campus, it will lead GFM’s expansion across Kansai.

■ Six Key Features of the Real Madrid School Osaka Campuses

1. No Recommendation Required for Enrollment – Open Access for All Children
Unlike the Kobe campus, which requires full school recommendation, the three Osaka campuses adopt an open enrollment policy with no recommendation needed. Beginners who have just started playing soccer and experienced players aiming for technical improvement are all welcome. Only the GC track classes (PGC & GC: Grades 5–12) at the Higashisumiyoshi campus require a coach’s recommendation following a free trial session.

2. New Adult Program: “Adult Fútbol” – Learn World-Class Methods at Any Age
The Tennōji and Umeda campuses will launch “Adult Fútbol,” a groundbreaking program for adults at a Real Madrid Foundation official school. This new class is designed for all adults who love soccer—beginners, experienced players, and even coaches—to experience the essence of Spain’s elite training methodology from one of the world’s top clubs.

3. Top Coaches from Madrid Visit Twice a Year
Worldwide head coaches from the Real Madrid Foundation in Madrid, Spain, will visit Japan twice a year to deliver the latest training methods and evaluation standards directly from the source.

4. Nationwide Tournaments and Exchange Matches
Leveraging Japan’s largest official school network with around 1,400 students nationwide, the program regularly hosts national tournaments such as the “All Japan Real Madrid Challenge” and exchange matches with other regional schools, fostering growth in a highly competitive environment.

5. Gateway to the World: “World Challenge”
Selected players will have the opportunity to participate in the “World Challenge” held in Madrid, Spain. Training and match experiences at Real Madrid City (commonly known as Valdebebas), used by the first team, offer a unique international experience unavailable at other schools.

6. An International Learning Environment with Japanese, English, and Spanish
Training sessions naturally integrate all three languages, nurturing not only soccer skills but also global awareness and interest in language learning.

■ Certified by Osaka City’s “After-School Activity and Tutoring Fee Support Program” – Up to ¥10,000 Monthly Subsidy for Families

The three Osaka campuses (Tennōji, Umeda, Higashisumiyoshi) are scheduled to register as participating providers in Osaka City’s “After-School Activity and Tutoring Fee Support Program.” This program provides eligible parents raising children from Grade 5 of elementary school to Grade 3 of junior high school with monthly subsidies of up to ¥10,000 for extracurricular education. Since the monthly tuition fee for this school (¥8,800–, tax included) falls within the subsidy range (up to ¥10,000 per month), eligible students may attend at little to no cost. For details, visit Osaka City’s dedicated website (https://www.juku-osaka.com/) or the school