NEWS News

FC Tokyo will be holding the "Adult Futsal Class (Male and Female Super Beginner Class)" and the "Over 50 & Women Only Futsal Class" in November, due to popular demand. The venue will be the "Kodaira Citizen's General Gymnasium".

Both want to kick the ball! Want to learn the basics of futsal! Want to enjoy futsal! This is a futsal class for absolute beginners.
Experience the fun of futsal with the coaches and let's move our bodies together!
Starting this month, we will be holding an "Over 50 Futsal Class". Even if you have been hesitant to play with younger people until now, please take this opportunity to participate!
We are looking forward to your participation, from all the coaches.

Name
"Adult Futsal Class (Beginner Class for Men and Women)"
*This beginner class is for those who have never experienced or learned soccer or futsal before. Please refrain from joining if you have experience in soccer or futsal.

"Over 50 & Women's Only Futsal Class"
※The Over 50 class is for men aged 50 and above. All skill levels are welcome, and participants will enjoy playing futsal together. This class is designed to be relaxed and easy, so please refrain from joining if you are looking for a more competitive experience.
※The women-only class is open to anyone over 18 years old, but for those over 50, training and games will be separated by gender, although the content will be the same.

□Venue
Kodaira Citizen's General Gymnasium (Indoor)
【Address】1-1-1 Tsuda-cho, Kodaira City, Tokyo
【TEL】042-343-1611
【URL】http://www.city.kodaira.tokyo.jp/kurashi/030/030995.html
*There is parking available, but the number of spaces is limited, so please use public transportation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Please note that there may be times when parking is not available due to events at the gymnasium.

□Eligibility
Beginner Coed Class: Men and women beginners aged 18 and over
Over 50 Futsal Class: Men and women aged 50 and over (competitive players please refrain)
Women-Only Class: Women aged 18 and over

□Number of Participants
Beginner Class: 16 people
Over 50 Class: 10 people
Women-Only Class: 6 people
*If there are many applications, a lottery will be held (priority will be given to beginners and first-time applicants).

□Event Date and Time
Saturday, November 14, 2020
Part 1 (9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) Over 50 & Women-Only Futsal Class
Part 2 (11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) Men and Women Super Beginner Class

Saturday, November 21, 2020
Part 1 (9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.) Men and Women Super Beginner Class
Part 2 (11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.) Over 50 & Women-Only Futsal Class

※There is a possibility that the event may be canceled due to the impact of the novel coronavirus infection. If canceled, there will be no rescheduled date.

Reception Hours
Part 1 (8:45-9:25)
Part 2 (11:05-11:25)
※Please pay the participation fee during the reception hours.
※If you arrive early, please wait in a place other than the gymnasium (such as a break room) so as not to inconvenience other sports or other people. Please come to the floor reception during the reception hours.

□ Course Introduction
Each session will proceed as follows:
・Warm-up (We will loosen up the body and mind while communicating with everyone)
・Training 1 (Basics = focusing on stopping, kicking, and carrying the ball)
・Training 2 (Applying what was done in Training 1)
・Game (small number of players, such as 5 vs 5)
* This class is aimed at beginners and those over 50, so the main focus is on basic practice. It is also safe for those kicking a ball for the first time or those who have never exercised before to participate with confidence.

□ Coaching Staff (License)
※We will operate with a basic staff of 2 people
・Rui Yokoe

(JFA Official Futsal Class A, AFC Official Futsal GK Level-1, AFC Official Futsal Fitness Level-1, JFA Futsal Instructor, JFA Official Soccer Class A General, JFA Official GK Level-1, 47FA Soccer Class C/D Instructor, Kids' Leader U-6/U-8/U-10)
※I am in charge of the futsal school (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu・Eifuku Gymnasium) and the adult futsal class Advance (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu) and the Eifuku Gymnasium futsal class.

・Koji HASHIMUKAI

(JFA Official Futsal Class B, JFA Official Soccer Class B)
※I am in charge of the futsal school (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu/Koganei) and adult futsal classes for ladies and beginners, as well as the Advanced Class (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu).

・Rintaro Takeda

(JFA Official Futsal Class C, AFC Official Futsal GK Level-1, JFA Official Soccer Class C, JFA Official GK Level-1)
※I am in charge of the futsal school (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu, Nishikasai, Eifuku Gymnasium) and the adult futsal class Advance (FC Tokyo Park Fuchu) and the Eifuku Gymnasium futsal class.

・Other coaches from the Development Department will be in charge. (The assigned coach may change depending on the schedule)

□Participation Fee
1st Round 2,200 yen (including insurance and tax)
※Regarding payment of participation fee
・The participation fee should be paid on the day of the event at the venue: First Gymnasium Floor (FC Tokyo Staff) through cashless payment. Credit cards and transportation electronic money are accepted.
・In case of cancellation, please make sure to contact the school office by phone before 17:00 on the previous day (Friday).
※If you cancel after 17:00 on the previous day, a cancellation fee (2,200 yen in full) will be charged, so please be careful. Also, in the case of an unexcused absence, you may be refused in future lotteries. The cancellation fee should be paid at the next participation.

□How to Apply
Please apply using the input form below.
◇Apply here
※Please be sure to apply through this form. Applications by phone are not accepted under any circumstances.
※After the deadline, we may respond depending on the situation.
※After you apply, we will send a confirmation email to the email address you provided.
If you have not received the application completion email, please make sure that you can receive emails from "@fctokyo.co.jp" as you will not receive the acceptance or rejection email.

【Application Deadline】
・The event on Nov 14 will be open until Nov 4 (Wed) 23:59・The event on Nov 21 will be open until Nov 11 (Wed) 23:59

※After the deadline, there may still be availability, so please confirm by calling us at 03-5600-4441.
※If there are many applications, participants will be selected by lottery. Regarding the lottery results, we will inform you by email by the deadline, which is the Friday of the week before the event.
※If you do not receive an email even after the next day of the deadline, please contact the following inquiry desk.

【Regarding the Waiting List for Cancellations】
If you were not selected in the lottery but requested to be on the waiting list, we will conduct another lottery only if a cancellation occurs, and we will contact the selected individuals by phone.

Facility Usage
[Facility Guidelines]
・We will check your body temperature and confirm your health condition upon entry to the facility.
・Please fill out the registration form for visitors for COVID-19 prevention measures (name, contact information, facility used, etc.)
・Please wear a mask for all visitors entering the building.
・Please disinfect your hands at the entrance of the gymnasium.
・Those who do not bring indoor shoes will not be allowed to enter.
・Please follow the instructions of the staff.

[Cannot enter if the following applies]
・If you have a fever
・If you are not feeling well (e.g. cough, sore throat, loss of taste, etc.)
・If there is a person suspected of being infected among family members or close acquaintances living together

[About the use of the changing room]
・When using the locker, please maintain a distance from others to avoid close contact.
- Showers will be temporarily unavailable.
・Please refrain from engaging in conversations between users
・Please follow the instructions of the designated administrator for other facility management.

□ Others
・Please be sure to bring your own drinks. Also, if you are not feeling well, please refrain from pushing yourself too hard.
・Regarding shoes, please wear indoor shoes (with black soles, no training shoes or spikes). You will not be able to participate if you do not wear indoor shoes, so please understand. It is preferable to wear indoor futsal shoes (with non-marking flat soles) if possible.
・Please cooperate with us in disinfecting the soles of your shoes at the reception.
・We are preparing the ball here.
・Changing rooms are available.
・Regarding personal information such as your address and name, we will use it to contact you and provide information related to FC Tokyo.
・Please refrain from making inquiries at the Eifuku Gymnasium.

Comment from Coach Rui Yokoe

"Hello everyone, this is Coach Rui. Starting in November, we will combine the previously held women-only and over-50 classes into one. The end of 2020 is approaching quickly, but let's enjoy a fun soccer and futsal life! We look forward to your participation."

□Information on Adult Futsal Classes at Other Venues
<1>FC Tokyo Park Fuchu
▷Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of the month 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Ladies Beginner Class
In charge: Coach Hashimuki (Coach Hasshi)
※Due to the new coronavirus, it is currently suspended. The resumption will be announced on the FC Tokyo Park Fuchu's website.
▷Every Wednesday 20:10-21:40 Men and Women Beginner Class
In charge: Hashimuki Coach (Hasshi Coach)

▷Every Friday 20:10-21:40 Men and Women Advanced (Intermediate level or above = Soccer/Futsal experienced) Class
In charge: Coach Yokoe (Rui Coach)
※Please contact FC Tokyo Park Fuchu (042-314-1380)

Myoshoji Gymnasium
▷Every Tuesday 19:20-20:50 Mixed Beginner Class
In charge: Ando Coach (Kotaro Coach)
※Please contact Myoshoji Gymnasium (03-3390-5707)

Eifuku Gymnasium
▷Every Thursday 19:25-20:55 Mixed Beginner Class
Instructor: Takeda Coach (Rin Coach)
※Please contact Eifuku Gymnasium (03-3328-3146)

Contact Information for this Classroom
FC Tokyo Soccer School Office
TEL: 03-5600-4441
MAIL: school@fctokyo.co.jp
Business hours: 10:00-17:00 (Mon-Fri, excluding holidays)
Contact: Rui Yokoe, Hashimuki, Dai TAKEDA, Yui Takeuchi, Nakazaki