Led by experts from across the Continent, the seminar featured a comprehensive curriculum covering a wide range of topics, including coaching methodology, player development, tactics, sports science, and goalkeeping.

These classroom sessions were further complemented by on-field activities which tested the participants’ prowess in skills such as ball control, dribbling, and shooting, ensuring the candidates could effectively translate theoretical knowledge into practical coaching application.

In a key highlight of the programme, participants were tasked with preparing and delivering presentations on assigned topics such as data collection, game transition, and individual techniques, which were followed by constructive peer feedback aimed at refining instructional delivery and communication skills.

During the course of the educational journey, the tutors also engaged in group activities, which included being split into pairs to play the roles of coaches and tutors. The interactive activity not only allowed the remaining participants to observe and learn but also provided valuable hands-on experience in session design.

 

It is great to be a part of this programme. It has so many generations of tutors coming together,” said Lebanon’s Raja Chatah.

 

“This seminar has shown how rapidly the game is evolving, and with the continuous efforts of the AFC to enhance the sport, the future is bright for futsal.”

 

Echoing his sentiments, Japan’s Motonori Baba said: “The seminar has come at an opportune time as futsal development in Asia is at a crucial juncture. As tutors, it is our responsibility to enhance the game, and this programme has been a golden opportunity for us to work together towards our shared goals.”