LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. Re-selected to Provide Swimming Lesson Support for 1,757 Sessions Across 43 Schools in Fukuoka City

Leifras (Nasdaq:LFS) has been re-selected by Fukuoka City to provide swimming lesson support for 1,757 sessions across 43 elementary schools in the West Block for the 2026 season, a 62% increase in sessions versus 2025.

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Leifras (Nasdaq:LFS) has been re-selected by Fukuoka City to provide swimming lesson support for 1,757 sessions across 43 elementary schools in the West Block for the 2026 season, a 62% increase in sessions versus 2025.

The contract runs from April 8, 2026 to February 26, 2027 and involves dispatching trained instructors to support teachers, reduce workloads, and enhance safety and instructional quality in physical education classes.

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• Re-selected by Fukuoka City for swimming lesson support in 2026
• Contract covers 1,757 support sessions across 43 elementary schools
• Support sessions increase by 675 year over year, up 62%
• Contract period secured from April 8, 2026 to February 26, 2027

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Support sessions 2026: 1,757 sessions Participating schools: 43 elementary schools Session increase YoY: 62% +3 more

Support sessions 2026

1,757 sessions

Swimming lesson support in Fukuoka City West Block

Participating schools

43 elementary schools

Target schools in Fukuoka City

Session increase YoY

62%

Year-over-year change in support sessions

Additional sessions

675 sessions

Increase vs. prior year under new contract

Prior-year sessions

1,082 sessions

Support sessions in previous year

Contract period

Apr 8, 2026 – Feb 26, 2027

Fukuoka City swimming lesson support contract

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Physical Education Class Support Initiative Aims to Further Reduce Teacher Workloads

TOKYO, May 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFS) (the "Company" or "Leifras"), a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement, today announced that it had been awarded a contract by Fukuoka City for "Swimming Lesson Support Services (West Block)" (the "Contract"). The Contract represents a continuation of the Company's services to support physical education classes and reinforces its role in supporting structural challenges in Japan's education system.

According to the Contract, Leifras will dispatch specialized instructors to support school teachers in 1,757 swimming lesson sessions across 43 elementary schools in Fukuoka City during the term of the Contract, representing a 62% increase from last year in terms of the number of support sessions. The Company plans to further promote the reduction of the burden on teachers in elementary schools and the enhancement of the instruction system for children.

Contract Overview

• Client: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
• Contract Period: April 8, 2026 – February 26, 2027
• Target Schools and Scale: 43 elementary schools in Fukuoka City 
• Number of Support Sessions: 1,757 (YoY change: 62%)
• Main Scope of Work: Pool supervision by a team of multiple staff members in accordance with the safety management manual, and assistance with practical instruction

Background: Addressing Teacher Workload and Instructional Quality

Currently, few elementary schools in Japan employ dedicated physical education teachers and the Ministry of Sports is promoting an initiative to transition school club activities to private sector providers. Leifras, which has long been entrusted with supporting club activities at elementary, junior high, and high schools nationwide, applies its expertise to support physical education classes as well. Following successful implementation last summer, the Company was re-selected by Fukuoka City this year to provide support for swimming classes, continuing its efforts to create a better environment for physical education classes.

Scope of Support: Increased Support Sessions Across Schools

Under the Contract, the Company will dispatch specialized instructors to elementary schools in Fukuoka City's West Block (Jonan-ku, Sawara-ku, and Nishi-ku). The total number of support sessions has increased by 675, or 62%, this year, compared to 1,082 support sessions in the previous year.

Leifras' specialized instructors will complete the Company's training program as well as standard first aid courses conducted by the Fukuoka City Fire Department. In accordance with the Company's safety management manual, the Company will also share information in advance with the teacher regarding the day's lesson plan and any students requiring special attention. Through this collaborative approach, Leifras aims to ensure student safety while enhancing students' engagement and sense of achievement.

About LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Leifras is a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement. The Company primarily provides services related to the organization and operations of sports schools and sports events for children. As of December 31, 2025, Leifras was recognized as one of Japan's largest operators of children's sports schools in terms of both membership and facilities by Tokyo Shoko Research. The Company's approach to sports education emphasizes the development of non-cognitive skills, following the teaching principle "acknowledge, praise, encourage, and motivate." The holistic approach that integrates physical and mental development sets Leifras apart in the industry. Building upon deep experience and know-how in sports education, Leifras also operates a robust social business sector, dispatching sports coaches to meet various community needs with the aim to promote physical health, social inclusion, and community well-being across different demographics.

For more information, please visit the Company's website: https://ir.leifras.co.jp/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as "approximates," "believes," "hopes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "plans," "will," "would," "should," "could," "may," or other similar expressions in this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.
Investor Relations Department
Email: IR@leifras.co.jp

Ascent Investor Relations LLC
Tina Xiao
Phone: +1-646-932-7242
Email: investors@ascent-ir.com

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SOURCE LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

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What contract did Leifras (NASDAQ:LFS) win with Fukuoka City in 2026?

Leifras was awarded a 2026 contract to provide swimming lesson support services in Fukuoka City’s West Block. According to Leifras, it will dispatch specialized instructors to assist teachers in 1,757 swimming sessions across 43 elementary schools during the contract period.

How many swimming lesson support sessions will Leifras (LFS) provide in Fukuoka City?

Leifras will support 1,757 swimming lesson sessions under its 2026 Fukuoka City contract. According to Leifras, this is an increase of 675 sessions, or 62% year over year, compared with 1,082 support sessions delivered in the previous year.

What is the contract period for Leifras’ Fukuoka City swimming support (LFS)?

The swimming lesson support contract runs from April 8, 2026 to February 26, 2027. According to Leifras, its instructors will assist elementary school teachers throughout this period, focusing on pool supervision, safety management, and practical instruction support in Fukuoka City’s West Block.

How does the 2026 Fukuoka City contract change Leifras’ workload versus 2025?

The 2026 contract increases Leifras’ support sessions by 62% compared with 2025. According to Leifras, total sessions rise from 1,082 to 1,757, reflecting 675 additional swimming lesson support sessions across 43 elementary schools in the West Block.

What services will Leifras’ instructors provide under the Fukuoka City (LFS) contract?

Leifras’ instructors will handle pool supervision and assist with practical swimming instruction for elementary students. According to Leifras, staff complete company training and Fukuoka City Fire Department first aid courses and coordinate with teachers to follow a safety management manual and address students needing special attention.

Why was Leifras re-selected to support Fukuoka City school swimming classes in 2026?

Leifras was re-selected after prior implementation of its support for Fukuoka City swimming classes. According to Leifras, the program helps reduce elementary school teacher workloads and strengthens physical education instruction, aligning with broader efforts to address structural challenges in Japan’s education system.