Designed to encourage reading at early grade levels through engaging stories and activities around a fun set of colorful futsal characters, The Futsal 5 brings learning to life by connecting movement, character development, and academic growth in ways that feel natural, inclusive, and fun.
Intended for school and home use, The Futsal 5 was built to go wherever young children live, learn and play!
The Futsal 5 extends learning through student playbooks and collectible character cards that reinforce lessons around teamwork, communication, preparation, and resilience—at school and at home.
The Futsal 5 is grounded in proven educational frameworks to support academic growth, social-emotional development, teamwork, and physical literacy.
The Futsal 5 is designed to introduce early learners to essential academic and life skills through the sport of futsal. Using a cast of relatable characters, structured activities, and engaging materials, learning becomes something students look forward to!
Played in school gyms, on small courts, and in tight spaces, futsal is accessible and adaptable for nearly any learning environment. Its fast-paced, small-sided format keeps every child engaged—encouraging constant decision-making, creativity, and teamwork.
Participating schools and other program participants receive a complete, ready-to-use program designed to integrate seamlessly into existing PE and other organized physical activities.
I’ve seen firsthand how futsal helps children build confidence, make brave decisions, and grow as leaders — often without even realizing they’re learning. The Futsal 5 takes those same principles and brings them into early childhood education in a way that makes learning active, joyful, and meaningful.
I love watching young players discover their superpowers on a futsal court! It’s amazing what happens when they begin to trust their instincts and teach each other how to play and learn as a team.
Futsal is everything in Brazil. Our Santos FC philosophy and methodology is simple: Let young children play to learn instead of learn to play. I appreciate that Kit, Garrett and all Invicto coaches share our belief to create space for children to make mistakes and think for themselves. I am excited about The Futsal 5 and applaud the creation of this fun learning tool for children.
I am excited to see The Futsal 5 introduce more kids to the game that helped shape my soccer career. Where was this when I was in elementary school?!
I learned a lot about myself as a young Invicto Futsal player: think fast, move fast, decide fast, and take your best shot. Here’s to all the shots I still plan to take! And here’s to all the kiddos on futsal courts and playing fields everywhere!
The Futsal 5 meets kids where they are, using engaging characters to encourage early learning. When our young students win, we all win!
Brand Talkers
TF5 Founder & Co-Creator
Invicto Futsal
TF5 Co-Creator
Invicto Futsal
TF5 Co-Creator
Amy Smith & Chrystal Barker
Aaron Dickey, Bison 46
To help make The Futsal 5 available to young students in under-supported schools and communities, this learning platform was developed with sponsors and donors in mind. Materials will also be available for purchase.
Charitable donations accepted through the Oklahoma Public School Resource Center Play to Learn Fiscal Sponsorship Fund, with funds earmarked for development and distribution of The Futsal 5 program materials to Title I schools in Oklahoma and beyond.
When young students win, we all win! To inquire about sponsorship or other ways you can help support this fun new early childhood learning initiative, please send us a note. We look forward to speaking with you!