ACADEMY
Academy
Junior Enrollment Information
GAMBA OSAKA Junior Team Introduction
[Concept] A place where anyone can challenge their dream of becoming a professional.
GAMBA OSAKA Junior does not have a selection process, and any player who "loves soccer" and "wants to play for GAMBA OSAKA" can join the team.
We will fully support you in your pure dreams of becoming a professional soccer player or getting better. The greatest attraction is that you will be able to compete in official matches wearing the same blue and black uniforms as the top team players . You will be able to experience serious competition with the same pride as the players you admire who compete on the J.League stage.
![[Concept] A place where anyone can challenge their dream of becoming a professional.](images/img_junior_introduction_01_01.jpg)
![[Concept] A place where anyone can challenge their dream of becoming a professional.](images/img_junior_introduction_01_02.jpg)
[Instruction and environment] High-quality training and support system
Introducing the Gamba Academy Method
We provide instruction based on the "Gamba Academy Method," which condenses our many years of development know-how. We aim to develop creative players with excellent situational judgment skills as well as improve individual skills.
A fulfilling activity environment
Twice-weekly training sessions on artificial turf: always in top-notch pitch conditions, allowing you to hone your skills while minimizing the risk of injury.
Accompanying GK coach: For goalkeepers who require specialized instruction, a dedicated GK coach will support them from daily practice to matches.
Thorough weekend activities: All grades (1st to 6th grade) must have at least one activity (match or practice) per week on the weekend (Saturday and Sunday) to develop a sense of practical play.
[Activity details] Opportunities for growth through practical experience
Team practice twice a week: Through team practice on weekdays, we aim to improve individual skills and instill group tactics.
All fourth-year and above students participate in official matches: We place importance on the "growth that can only be achieved by playing in matches," and have created a system in which all registered players fourth-year and above can participate in official matches by entering multiple teams.
Regularly held tournaments: Each grade level will hold regular tournaments, allowing them to gain experience at home and deepen team bonds.
![[Concept] A place where anyone can challenge their dream of becoming a professional.](images/img_junior_introduction_04_01.jpg)
![[Concept] A place where anyone can challenge their dream of becoming a professional.](images/img_junior_introduction_04_02.jpg)
[Career Achievements] A sure path to junior youth
Within GAMBA OSAKA's development pyramid, the team has steadily built up a track record of players being promoted to junior youth (junior high school students).
Number of players promoted to junior youth team
•2021: 5 people
•2022: 6 students
•2023: 5 students
•2024: 5 students
•2025: 4 people
*In addition to internal promotion, we also provide careful career guidance tailored to each player's aptitude.
[Alumni Introduction] Seniors who are active on the professional stage
Many of our players have gone from our junior team to our junior youth team and youth team, and have gone on to become professionals.
■ Major professional players from recent years
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• Shoji TOYAMA(GAMBA OSAKA)
Harumi MINAMINO(GAMBA OSAKA)
• ZHANG Ao Lin(GAMBA OSAKA)
• Shohei OGUSHI(FC Gifu)
Jinta Miki (Fujieda MYFC)
• Fumiaki Sakurai (Thespa Gunma)
This is an environment where students can follow in the footsteps of their seniors and aim to become the next generation of stars. Daily activities are regularly updated on our website's "Academy News" and on our Junior School Instagram account.
GAMBA OSAKA Junior Overview
GAMBA OSAKA Osaka Junior 1st to 6th grade
| Practice Day | Junior (2 days a week) Wednesday and Friday School Free Course Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday |
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| Practice time | 1st and 2nd grade elementary school students: 15:45-17:05 (80 minutes) 3rd to 6th grade: 17:15-18:50 (95 minutes) |
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Toyonaka City Hattori Ryokuchi Park Artificial Turf Soccer Field, etc. |
| Miscellaneous expenses | Registration fee: 5,500 yen *Only at the time of registration Annual membership fee: 5,500 yen *Once a year (GAMBA OSAKA fan club membership fee not included) Monthly fee: Junior: 11,500 yen (1st to 6th grade) School Free Course: 14,300 yen (1st to 6th grade) Training wear cost: Approximately 30,000 yen (purchased after joining) |
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| others | *Artificial grass Practice will be held in rainy weather except for severe weather. Japan Association player registration begins (players must be in the fourth grade of elementary school or above) |
| Recruitment announcement method | Application methods and other information are posted on the GAMBA OSAKA official website (PC/mobile). It will be posted on a banner on the top page of the official website, and details will be posted after clicking on the banner. |
| How to apply | Please apply during the application period using the specified method. Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis (applications will close once capacity is reached). |
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Application requirements
GAMBA OSAKA Junior Course Recruitment Information
| GAMBA OSAKA Junior Course Recruitment for April 2025 |
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| New school opening in April 2025!! Junior!!! In addition to practicing two days a week on weekdays, students from the first year onwards also play matches and practice on weekends. We are currently recruiting new members for GAMBA OSAKA Junior from April 2025 onwards, with the following details: Due to limited capacity, applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, limited to the courses and days listed below. The training will be provided by a dedicated coach at GAMBA OSAKA School who holds a JFA coaching license. Please take this opportunity to join us. |
| GAMBA OSAKA Junior Course Recruitment details |
Boys and girls in 1st to 6th grade of elementary school as of the desired enrollment date in April 2025 or later
*Registration will close once capacity is reached. |
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| Practice location | Toyonaka City Hattori Ryokuchi Park Artificial Turf Soccer Field, etc. The grounds are located in the northwest of Hattori Ryokuchi Park (north of the tennis courts). *Night lighting available |
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| Practice time | 1st and 2nd grade elementary school students: 15:45-17:05 (80 minutes) 3rd to 6th grade: 17:15-18:50 (95 minutes) |
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| Membership fees |
Join after October and receive half off annual membership feesRegistration fee: 5,500 yen *Only at the time of registrationAnnual fee: 5,500 yen ⇒ 2,750 yen *Once a year (GAMBA OSAKA fan club membership fee not included) *If you join after October, the annual membership fee will be half price (2,750 yen)! (The annual membership fee is valid for one year from April to March each year, so you will be charged the annual membership fee again in April.) Monthly fee: Junior: 11,500 yen (1st to 6th grade) School Free Course: 14,300 yen (1st to 6th grade) Training wear cost: Approximately 30,000 yen (purchased after joining) |
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| Application period | From Sunday, March 1, 2025 | ||||||||||||||
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