About us

More than
a game

At the heart of Real Brazil Futsal Academy are Fernando Oliveira and Roberto Okitoi. Both grew up in Brazil, surrounded by futsal and football from birth, and went from players to mentors with one goal: to make a difference in children's lives through sport.

Together they founded the academy on the Sunshine Coast in 2023, to develop exceptional athletes and even better people.

Coaches Fernando Oliveira and Roberto Okitoi on court in front of the goalEst. 2023
Our mission
We believe futsal is the best platform to inspire our children to play and love the beautiful game.

Our mission is to educate, encourage and develop our players on and off the court, giving them the skills to face life's challenges with confidence and joy.

Our philosophy

How we
coach

We respect every player's individuality and help them grow in a supportive environment.

01

Grouped to grow

Players train with others of similar ability, or slightly higher, so every session stretches them.

02

Built for each group

Training is matched to each group's age and level, and covers technical, motor and tactical skills.

03

Learn by playing

Conceptual games and real gameplay build decision-making and creativity, and let players show their progress.

04

Small sessions

We limit the number of players in each session, so every child gets personal attention and quality coaching.

Our coaches are educators, not just football instructors. Every session builds:

CompanionshipDeterminationDisciplineSolidarityLeadershipTeamworkResponsibility
Professional, licensed coaches
Working with Children checked
Specialists in youth mentoring
Specialists in the art of futsal
Our coaches

Coaches who
lived the game

Born in Brazil, raised on futsal and football, and coaching young players in Australia for more than a decade.

Coach Fernando Oliveira
Co-founder · Head Coach

Fernando Oliveira

Fernando's football journey began on the streets of São Paulo, where his three older brothers gave him a love for the game that has never faded. He also grew up playing futsal, handball, basketball and tennis, and that mix of sports still shapes his coaching today.

At 14 he committed fully to football, training with top-level players and coaches. In 2003 he played in the prestigious Copa São Paulo Juniors, then played professionally for Clube Atlético Taboão da Serra before moving to amateur and university leagues while studying administration.

After moving to Australia in 2008, Fernando began coaching kids as a volunteer, driven by his passion for the sport. He kept going through the challenges of building a full-time coaching career, became technical director of one of the country's largest academies, and in 2023 co-founded Real Brazil Futsal Academy on the Sunshine Coast. His passion, experience and commitment to learning drive everything he does as a coach.

  • 2003Copa São Paulo Juniors
  • ProClube Atlético Taboão da Serra
  • 2008Moved to Australia, started coaching
  • 2023Co-founded Real Brazil
Coach Roberto Okitoi
Co-founder · Head Coach

Roberto Okitoi

Roberto grew up in Brazilian futsal and football. He played at a high level for well-known clubs in his youth and represented his university in local, national and international competitions.

He moved into coaching about 15 years ago, and in 2014 moved from Brazil to Australia with one aim: to develop young Australian futsal and football talent, on and off the pitch. Since 2015 he has worked with many clubs and academies in New South Wales, and he spent more than 8 years managing one of the country's largest academies as its technical director.

Roberto's friendship with Fernando began with a shared love of futsal and football in Brazil and grew into a partnership in Australia. Together they mentored many players and achieved notable success, before co-founding Real Brazil Futsal Academy on the Sunshine Coast in 2023.

  • 15 yrsCoaching futsal and football
  • 2014Moved to Australia
  • 8+ yrsAcademy technical director
  • 2023Co-founded Real Brazil
Proven results

The best of
Australian futsal

Fernando and Roberto have developed many youth squads and led teams to success at prestigious national and state competitions, including:

FA National Futsal ChampionshipsNational
FQ State TitlesQueensland
Gold Coast InternationalGold Coast
Futsal OzMelbourne
Sydney Futsal CupSydney
JSFL LeagueWestern Australia

QLD is so very lucky to have the Real Brazil Futsal Academy. They not only have been one of Brodie's coaches for the past 3 years but mentors and friends. Brodie wasn't an easy task, his passion wasn't easy to control. With a lot of patience and understanding they managed to help him become a great little futsal player, and after 2 years he managed to not only represent his state in futsal (and captain) but also get into the state outdoor league in one of the top clubs in the state… thanks so much!

Lee-Anne McKinlay · Real Brazil parent
Join the academy

We love
futsal

Our programs put sportsmanship first and teach life skills that help children in every part of life. Give your child the foundation for a healthier, more active lifestyle and a passion for the beautiful game.

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