Decisions within a tactical approach
Compare the team’s intention with the play you chose. Explore which information you missed and what to check next time.
University-age players
Find clearer words for the way you play.
A university team, a football society or a local club: your environment may differ, but the desire to improve is shared. Discuss your team role and individual priorities, then take those ideas back to training.
The first online lesson, including consultation, is 30 minutes, JPY 5,500 including tax, or 5 credits, once per player. Account registration is free and does not itself incur a charge.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Make space for your specific questions.
Support varies by coach and specialism. Check the profile and contact us if you are unsure whether a topic is suitable.
Strengths and responsibilities
Discuss a new position or role, and describe both the strengths you bring and the areas you want to develop.
Connect individual and team training
Consider how individual practice relates to match situations, with priorities that fit classes and team commitments.
FROM TALK TO PRACTICE
Bring an outside perspective into everyday decisions.
Use another coach’s perspective to articulate your questions about current play and training. This is not a promise of career progression or selection.
- 01Describe your team role and a specific situation
- 02Examine decisions and options with a coach
- 03Compare what you try in training with your report
GETTING READY
What to bring to the conversation.
Explain your playing environment, position, team responsibilities and question. Check your team’s and the filmmaker’s permission before sharing footage.
How to apply
Players aged 18 or older apply using their own account. Under-18s need a parent or guardian account, consent and attendance.
FIRST LESSON
Begin with the question you have today.
Discuss your questions in your first online lesson. Reference video is optional. Meet on Zoom at the booked time, then receive a coach-reviewed report summarising the discussion and next steps.
First online lesson
JPY 5,500
Tax included / 30 minutes / or 5 credits
Once per player. Account registration is free and does not itself incur a charge.
Further lessons are 50 minutes, from 7C. Optional monthly plans start at JPY 8,800 including tax. The first consultation is available as a one-off.
See further-session prices and payment termsEvery lesson includes preparation, coach review and delivery of a report. Standalone reports are no longer sold. Explore what the lesson includes
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Before you take the next step.
Is this only for competitive university teams?
No. Players in societies and local clubs can also use the service. Describe your experience and goals, and check that the coach’s specialisms fit your question.
Can I discuss my team’s tactics?
You can discuss your own role and play within the coach’s areas of expertise. Only share private team documents or footage with your team’s permission.
Can I use video to reflect on my play?
Reference video is optional. With permission to share the footage, use it to discuss decisions and movements during your lesson. A coach-reviewed report follows every lesson. Standalone reports are no longer sold.
Do I need a video for my first consultation?
No. Reference video is optional for online lessons. Describe what is happening in training or matches and discuss your questions during the lesson.
What is free, and what is paid?
The first online lesson, including consultation, is 30 minutes, JPY 5,500 including tax, or 5 credits, once per player. Account registration is free and does not itself incur a charge.
Does the lesson include a report?
Yes. Every lesson includes a report summarising the discussion and what to work on next, prepared and checked by the coach before delivery. You can revisit it before and after training. Improvement speed and match results are not guaranteed.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Start with one moment on your mind.
Players aged 18 or older apply using their own account. Under-18s need a parent or guardian account, consent and attendance.
Account registration is free; online lessons are paid.
FIND YOUR START
Start with what matters to you.
Explore the questions and next steps that fit your playing environment or role.
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Adult players
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Junior and senior high players
Turn a confusing match moment into something to work on.
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