Dates of Operation: November 29, 2025 – April 12, 2026 (TBC)
*Full day private lessons are not available for advance booking during our Holiday Season period
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NISS Private Lessons are tailored to each guests individual needs and aspirations. Great time and consideration is taken to carefully match guests with one of our instructors to assist with achieving these goals.
Whether guests wish to fast-track their progress with intensive tuition or families who want to spend time together, NISS Private Lessons provides a premium service and an outstanding opportunity to excel under the watchful and professional guidance of a NISS instructor.
Private Lesson Highlights
Small Groups
Share the lesson with family and friends, maximum capacity up to 6 guests depending on the ages in a group
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
Cost savings
The price remains the same whether you take a one-on-one lesson with an instructor or attend with family or friends
| Program | Duration | Peak Season | Regular Season | Early/Spring Season | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niseko Classic | 6 continuous hours with a flexible start time (8:30am - 10:00am) | ¥116,000 | ¥90,000 | ¥85,000 | 6 |
| Private AM Lesson | 10:00am - 12:30pm (1-hour earlier start until Dec 14 and after March 1) | ¥90,000 | ¥69,000 | ¥58,000 | 6 |
| Private PM Lesson | 1:30pm - 4:00pm (1-hour earlier start until Dec 14 and after March 1) | ¥53,000 | ¥42,000 | ¥42,000 | 6 |
| Hanazono Twilight *Night skiing season only | 4:30pm - 6:30pm (Booking required by 3:00pm on the day) | ¥37,000 | ¥34,000 | - | 6 |
Regular Season: December 8, 2025 - December 14, 2025, January 6, 2026 - January 13, 2026, February 24, 2026 - February 28, 2026
Early/Spring Season: November 29, 2025 - December 7, 2025, March 1, 2026 - April 6, 2026
Kids can join lessons alone!
Hanazono can take your kids to learn by themselves with our instructors! *Add-on lunch is available when booking Niseko Classic for kids only. Booking is required. Click HERE for details.
Beginners and advanced learners are both welcome!
From beginners who have never been on a lift to advanced skiers, we've got you covered! Our experienced NISS instructors provide lessons tailored to your level.
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. If you're unsure about lift tickets, ask the instructor after gathering.
- You can request a specific instructor.
- If you would like lessons in a language other than English, please fill out the request section on the booking page.
- If there’s a significant difference in levels or ages in the group, it may be challenging to instruct everyone with the same instructor.
- Lesson time includes meal breaks
Meeting Time & Spot
*Please note that you will not be able to join the lesson if you are late for the meeting.
Inquiries & Bookings
Booking
- Online bookings take precedence.
- Please click here for the cancellation fee.