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Launching JAL Athletes Academy: A Pathway for Future Athletes

Japan Airlines (JAL) is thrilled to announce the commencement of the 2026 JAL Athletes Academy, starting on July 11th in Sapporo, Hokkaido. Now in its fifth year, this initiative continues to expand, with new events scheduled in Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, and Obihiro City, Hokkaido. The program aims to foster young athletic talent while promoting community engagement and revitalization through sports.

Expanding Horizons: The JAL Sports Caravan

This year, JAL will also introduce the ''JAL Sports Caravan,'' partnering with municipalities that have established cooperative agreements with the airline, including regions in Hokkaido, Ehime, Fukuoka, Saga, and Miyazaki. The caravan's mission is to not only cultivate future athletes but to enhance social interactions through sports, thereby encouraging local revitalization initiatives

Through the JAL Athletes Academy and the newly established Sports Caravan, JAL aims to impart a love for sports among children, creating an environment where the youth can chase their dreams and aspirations. The organization is dedicated to generating a sustainable and well-being-centered future, fostering connections that resonate throughout society.

Schedule of Events

The JAL Athletes Academy will take place at various locations throughout the year. Here’s the lineup of scheduled events:

• - July 11, 2026: Sapporo, Hokkaido - Skiing
• - October 11-12, 2026: Asahikawa, Hokkaido - Track and Field
• - October 18, 2026: Hanamaki, Iwate - Track and Field
• - October 24-25, 2026: Amami City, Kagoshima - Track and Field
• - November 15, 2026: Obihiro, Hokkaido - Track and Field
• - December 19, 2026: Bangkok, Thailand - Track and Field
• - December 20, 2026: Kunigami Village, Okinawa - Track and Field
• - December 26, 2026: Isahaya, Nagasaki - Track and Field

For updates regarding the JAL Sports Caravan schedule, please follow Team JAL's official Instagram account.

Encouraging Future Generations

The JAL Athletes Academy and Sports Caravan represent JAL’s commitment to nurturing the potential of young athletes while reinforcing community ties. Encouraging youngsters in their athletic endeavors not only helps develop individual skills but also strengthens community bonds through shared experiences in sports. JAL is not just an airline; it stands as a pillar of support for emerging talent, providing resources and opportunities that inspire the next generation to aim high.