Dates of Operation: December 3, 2022 – April 9, 2023
Full day Lessons only for peak period
The 2022-23 season is now closed. We look forward to welcoming you back next season!
A Ski School Where You Can Learn in the Best Environment!
In NISS, we've been making sure our programs are safe and fun, and make everyone from beginners to advanced rider to think "Snow is fun! Snow sports are awesome!"
Another feature of NISS is that our experienced instructors knows the mountains of Niseko well and all of them are snow mountain specialists with international qualifications and solid experience.
Since our guests are usually from all over the world, lessons are often conducted English. This season we offer lessons with instructors who can speak both Japanese and English.
This winter, enjoy a unique program yet exciting program that can only be experienced at the snow paradise Niseko!
PREVENTION MEASURES AGAINST COVID-19
This season’s winter activities at Hanazono Niseko Resort will operate while holdup the following guidelines to ensure the safety of our customers and our employees.
Please read it carefully before booking.
Please bring and wear a mask when entering the resort center Hanazono 308, and keep it on while moving to the activity location.
2022-23 Winter's NISS Adult's Programs
Please click below to see the details.
NISS Private Lessons are tailored to each guest's individual needs and aspirations. Great time and consideration are taken to carefully match guests with one of our instructors to assist with achieving these goals. Our Private Lesson products are carefully designed with our guests needs in mind; importantly, flexibility in start time, location and lesson length, creating a fully individualized experience.
Whether guests wish to fast track their progress with intensive tuition or families who want to spend time together, NISS Private Lessons provide a premium service and outstanding opportunity to excel under the watchful and professional guidance of a NISS instructor.
PRIVATE LESSON HIGHLIGHTS
Small Groups
Maximum 6 guests included in pricing - value for money for groups of similar ability
Priority Lift Access
Priority lift access in Hanazono will provide more time to enjoy the mountain
Tuition Flexibility
Lessons available with multilingual instructors in ski, snowboard, adaptive and telemark
| Program | Duration | Price | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Niseko Classic | 6 continuous hours with a flexible start time (8:30am - 10:00am) | ¥64,000 ～ * | 6 ** |
| Private AM Lesson | 10:00am - 12:30pm | ¥38,000 ～ * | 6 ** |
| Private PM Lesson | 1:30pm - 4:00pm | ¥30,000 ～ * | 6 ** |
| Hanazono Twilight | 4:30pm - 6:30pm (book by 3:00pm on the day of use) Night skiing season ony | ¥25,000 | 6 ** |
Important remarks
** Due to Covid-19 and lift riding policy:
- We cannot send children to ride the lifts with other patrons
- Therefore the maximum capacity of our private lessons is 3 if the children are aged 9 and under with no adult in lesson
Lunch break time is included within the lesson duration for Niseko Classic
Other information
- English or Japanese speaking instructors
- Priority lift access in Hanazono
- Starting point for the first lesson is Hanazono or Park Hyatt
- Lift tickets and rental equipment are not included in the lesson price
- Reservations are essential, especially during peak season periods
- Customers of intermediate levels and above are recommended to choose a Niseko United lift ticket, as your class can explore the whole Niseko United skiing area during your lesson
- Rental Equipment can be arranged via Niseko Sports
Faster progress, one on one, with family, or with friends!
DIAMOND PRO
Ski Concierge
As standard bearers in the snowsports industry for quality client care, an exceptional new private lesson product was launched last season for NISS guests - Diamond Pro; a personalised on and off snow ski concierge.
Your Diamond Pro is hand selected by a dedicated team to provide a truly unique touch during your holiday. As an expert instructor with a prestigious career spanning the peaks of the world, you will receive quality tuition to reach your on snow aspirations.
First track / Lessons in Rusutsu / Transport / Flexible meeting points....
A new type of service that includes not only ski lessons but also a concierge service.
A low student to instructor ratio, coupled with Niseko's best learning facilities - the NISS Adult Group Program offers progression like no other in Niseko. Group lessons are a wonderful opportunity to refine your own skills and meet and progress with guests with similar goals. Designed as a semi-private lesson; small class sizes allow you to receive the most attention possible, while our level system ensures you learn at a pace that is perfect for you.
Whether it's your first time to snow sports or you are a powder expert, NISS caters for all levels of experience.
| Program | Duration | Price | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Group Lesson (From December 19, 2022) Lunch included** | 10:00am - 3:30pm | ¥25,000 ～ * | 3 |
**Lunch coupon for ¥2,000 at Hanazono EDGE restaurant
- Maximum 3 students per standard group program
- Registration for Group Lessons at 9:45am at Activity Counter in Hanazono 308, with classes commencing from 10:00am. Late arrivals may not be able to be accommodated
- Lunch break time is included within the lesson duration
- Lift tickets and rental equipment are not included in the lesson price
- Rental Equipment can be arranged via Niseko Sports - A Grand Hirafu Lift Pass is suitable for Levels 1 - 3. An All Mountain Lift Pass is recommended for Levels 4
With a low student to instructor ratio, the NISS Adult Group program is ideal you build your confidence and skills quickly in a supportive group environment.
NISS Ability Guide
Please use the chart to check your ability level.
| Snowboarders | Skiers | |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Never Snowboarded/can not stop Terrain: Flat land and magic carpet | Never skied/can not stop Terrain: Flat land and magic carpet |
| Level 2 | I can: Control direction/speed with falling leaf Learning to link heel side and toe side turns Terrain: HANAZONO bowl | I can: Snowplough glide Learning to snowplough turn Terrain: HANAZONO bowl |
| Level 3 | I can: make linked basic turns comfortably on all green terrain Learning to change turn shape & rhythm and riding switch Terrain: Green runs, easy reds | I can: Snowplough turn Learning to ski parallel Terrain: Green runs, easy reds |
| Level 4 | I can : Make refined turns on all red terrain Learning carving turns, riding switch and getting a feel for the terrain park Terrain: Red runs, easy blacks | I can ski : Parallel on all green most reds Learning to ski parallel on all runs, short turns, easy bumps, intro to powder Terrain: Red runs, easy blacks |
| Level 5 * | I can: Snowboard all over the mountain Strenghtening off piste, powder and terrain park skills Terrain: Whole mountain | I can ski : Parallel on all over the mountain Learning to make dynamic short and long turns,fall line bumps and off piste powder Terrain: Whole mountain |