Dates of Operation: December 9, 2024 – April 6, 2025
With a low student-to-instructor ratio, coupled with Niseko's best learning facilities - the NISS Group Program offers progression like no other in Niseko. Group lessons are a wonderful opportunity to refine your 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.
Group Lesson Highlights
Exclusive Small Group
Intimate group lessons with a maximum of 4 participants! Improve your skills effectively in a warm and friendly atmosphere!
Priority Lift Access
Priority lift access in Hanazono will provide more time to enjoy the mountain
Premium facilities
Enjoy comfortable access to the slopes with 10-person gondolas, fast lifts with seat heaters, and magic carpets!
Fun & Exciting Trails
Strawberry Bells and Kamp Kitsune adventure trails, beginner terrain park and snow play areas, are great for beginners.
| Program | Age | Duration | Holiday Season | Peak Season | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tic Tac | 3-6 | 5.5 hrs including lunch (10:00am - 3:30pm) | ¥35,000 | ¥30,000 | 4 |
| Yuki | 7-14 | 5.5 hrs including lunch (10:00am - 3:30pm) | ¥35,000 | ¥30,000 | 4 |
| Adult | 15+ | 5.5 hrs including lunch (10:00am - 3:30pm) | ¥35,000 | ¥30,000 | 4 |
Peak Season: December 9, 2024 - December 13, 2024, January 6, 2025 - January 23, 2025, February 3, 2025 - April 6, 2025
Low Season: November 30, 2024 - December 8, 2024 *Group lessons are not available during this period
Learn creatively through snow sports!
Our motto is to help kids discover the fun of snow sports. With years of experience spending winters with children, our instructors are here to take great care of your little ones!
You can choose from lessons divided into two age groups. Both programs are designed for safe and enjoyable learning.
NISS Kids Passport
Tracks goals, activities and adventures of your child's time at NISS.
Lunch
Private Kids Zones at the Hanazono Base, catering for allergies and dietary requirements. Click HERE for details.
Extra Protection
Introducing the real time GPS Location and Tracking Technology, this system will offer the ultimate protection and safety available for your family. Learn more about it HERE.
The Tic Tac program is designed to provide care and support during the different stages of your child's development. Daily activities like crafts, performances, and story time ensure that each day is varied and exciting. There's always another adventure waiting just around the corner!
- Tic-Tac is for children who are 3 years old on the start date and toilet-trained without assistance.
The Yuki is for 7 to 14-year-old skiers and snowboarders. Yuki children love a challenge, so the program is designed to promote learning in an engaging and safe environment. Participants will enjoy an action-packed day as they explore, ride, and discover Mt. Niseko-Annupuri.
The classes are divided into four levels, so whether you're a beginner experiencing snow for the first time or an advanced skier wanting to enjoy terrain parks and off-piste, there’s definitely a perfect class for you!
Max 4 participants for focused lessons
Focused lessons are key for adults! With a maximum of 4 participants, we provide personalized instruction.
Lunch at EDGE
Comes with a lunch coupon for a slopeside restaurant where you can walk in wearing your ski boots.
Diversity of countries
Join our multicultural lessons in Niseko and make new friends while hitting the slopes!
Note
- Lift tickets and rentals are not included in the price. (Click here for rentals.) Please have them ready by the meeting time.
- Hanazono/Hirafu Lift Pass is suitable for Levels 1 - 3. All Mountain Lift Pass is recommended for Level 4.
- Please inform us of any allergies or special care needs when booking.
- Lesson time includes meal breaks.
- Pickup is 3:30pm at Hanazono for the Tic Tac and Yuki programs.
- Poles are not required for Levels 1-3 Tic Tac and Yuki programs.
Meeting Time & Spot
Please prepare your lift ticket and rentals in advance and check in at the activity desk in Hanazono 308.
*Please note that you will not be able to join the lesson if you are late for the meeting.
Kids Lunch
A delicious, nutritious and well-balanced kids lunch menu is available at the restaurant dedicated to NISS Kids Lessons. Nutritionally balanced menus are served buffet style, changing daily for each day of the week. Gluten-free and vegetarian options are also available.
- Group Lessons: Included in the price
- Private Lessons: Add-on available when booking Niseko Classic for kids only. Booking is required by 10:00am on the day.)
The Hanazono Shield by TREK TRAK
Safer winter sports experience with real-time GPS location tracking system
The Hanazono Shield by TREK TRACK, is the latest in GPS Location and Tracking Technology. This system is the first of its kind in the Snowsports Industry in Asia. The ultimate protection and safety available for your family, The Hanazono Shield by TREK TRACK will be a prominent feature of NISS children’s lessons.
TREK TRACK technology provides comprehensive mountain coverage of the Niseko United Resorts in 3D mapping, with each child’s location accessible in pinpoint accuracy through real-time tracking. In case of an emergency, The Hanazono Shield by TREK TRACK allows for immediate response time and assistance on the scene with all live information accessible by Ski Patrol and NISS.
Safety is of utmost priority for your children while in our care. The Hanazono Shield by TREK TRACK gives you, the parents, peace of mind as your child experiences learning and adventure in the mountains within a safe and controlled environment.
