Announcement of Yokohama FC Academy Challenge Camp 2026 [HAMA Project 7.]

Yokohama FC Academy will host the 'Yokohama FC Academy Challenge Camp 2026 [HAMA Project 7.]' for elementary school 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders.

This developmental program condenses Yokohama FC Academy's proven training methodology into a 3-day intensive session. Under direct guidance from academy coaches, participants will refine their technical and decision-making abilities, gaining motivation and opportunities to advance to the next stage of their football journey.

Through evaluations conducted over the 3-day program, selected players will be granted the opportunity to participate in training sessions for the 'U-12 Enhancement Category,' serving as a scouting pathway.

Past participants of the HAMA Project have progressed through the enhancement category to become the first-ever youth team promotion players this year. Additionally, players have been consistently advancing to the Junior Youth team.

Will you take your 'first step toward your dream' with us?

We welcome all players who aspire to 'become better,' 'test their abilities,' or 'challenge themselves at Yokohama FC Academy.'

Yokohama FC Academy Challenge Camp 2026 'HAMA Project 7.' Overview

Event Schedule

August 1 (Sat) – August 3 (Mon), 2026 / 3 days total

▷ August 1 (Sat): 18:00–19:30 <Gathering: 17:30>

▷ August 2 (Sun): 18:00–19:30 <Gathering: 17:30>

▷ August 3 (Mon): 18:00–19:30 <Gathering: 17:30>

Venue

Yokohama FC・LEOC Training Center 522-3 Kawashimacho, Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa 240-0045 ・No parking available. Please use public transportation. ・Parking on roads in front of the facility or nearby premises, as well as curbside drop-offs/pick-ups, are strictly prohibited.

Eligibility

Current elementary school 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders ※Recruiting field players only (goalkeepers not accepted)

Number of Participants

40 field players (planned)

Participation Fee

20,000 JPY (tax included)

※Payment method and other details will be provided after participation is confirmed.

Instructors & Main Selection Staff

◆ Head of Scouting / U-12 Coordinator, Yokohama FC Academy: Nobutomi Sadatomu

◆ U-12 Head Coach, Yokohama FC Academy: Yasukoshi Yasuhiro

◆ Yokohama FC Academy Coaches

Selection Process

Participants will be evaluated through practical assessments over the 3-day camp. Selected players will be invited to join the U-12 Enhancement Category training sessions.

Eligibility Requirements

・Ability to attend all scheduled days.

・Availability to participate in the U-12 Enhancement Category training sessions starting in September 2026, if passing the practical assessment.

※The club assumes no responsibility for illness or injury. Please understand this in advance.

Application Form

https://forms.gle/TdV5eG9o6Tg55oj3A

Application Deadline: Until July 26, 2026 (Sun)

Notification Details

・Confirmation of participation will be sent via email by July 29 (Wed).

・Applications may close early once the capacity is reached (first-come, first-served).

・We cannot respond to individual inquiries regarding the selection process. Please understand this in advance.