Valhallan Esports Training plans to hold a soft opening event March 8 at 2880 Broadway Bend Drive, Ste. 2, Pearland.

The arena will provide a space for youth ages 7-17 to train in competitive video gaming and compete in various popular titles, including “Fortnite” and “Rocket League.”

Shauna Garner, president of FranchiCzar, the incubator of the Valhallan Esports brand, said the new arena will offer a year-round program, summer camps, tournaments and birthday parties.