If you have already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow, you can book lessons through our booking portal.
NISS believes in creating lifelong memories for you and your family. They are passionate about the mountains and all Niseko has to offer. Their instructors are inspired to teach and pass on their knowledge to you, making snow sports an activity for all to enjoy!
They are proud suppliers of snow sport activities for 18 years and are an official resort operated Snowsports School, with two convenient locations in Hanazono and Hirafu.
Their skilled instructors and wide range of services allow them to accommodate every guests’ needs and aspirations, from novice to expert, child or adult, skier or snowboarder - come and create your memories with NISS!
Group Lessons Operation Dates
- 9th December 2024 to 6th April 2025
Location
All Group Lessons meet at the base of the Hanazono ski resort.
As an official resort-operated snowsports school, NISS is able to conduct all lessons throughout the four Niseko United Resorts.
Getting Around Niseko is straightforward as Hanazono ski resort offers a shuttle service between Hirafu and Hanazono villages and the Niseko United Bus connects all four ski villages.
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Adult Group Lessons - 15 years +
A low student to instructor ratio, coupled with Niseko’s best learning facility - the NISS Group Program offers progression like no other in Niseko.
Group lessons are a wonderful opportunity to refine your own skill and meet and progress with guests with similar goals.
Designed as a semi-private lesson; small class size allow you to receive the most attention possible, while our level system ensures you learn at a place that is perfect for you.
Whether it is your first time to snow sports or you are a powder expert, NISS caters for all levels of experience.
Highlights
- Premium Facilities - The new 10-seater Gondola & heated hooded chair lift provides access to a variety of terrain, while the Hanazono Bowl accessed by two magic carpets is the perfect location for all learners
- Priority Lift Access - Priority lift access in Hanazono will provide more time to enjoy the mountain
- Small Groups - Maximum 4 guests per instructor
- Lunch included - A lunch coupon is provided for participants to enjoy lunch at Hanazono Edge restaurant with instructor.
Lesson Details
- Starting point is Hanazono
- Registration at Hanazono 308 activity counter for Adult Group Lesson at 9:45am - Late arrivals may not be able to be accommodated
- Lift tickets and rental equipment are not included in the lesson cost
- Grand Hirafu lift pass is suitable for ability level 1 to 3 lessons. All Mountain lift passes are required for ability level 4 lessons
Kids Group Lessons - 3 to 16 years
NISS are dedicated to ensuring each child leaves Niseko with a passion for snow sports. Their inspired instructors are equipped with the tools needed to pass on their passion to the future of the ski industry.
With two age defined kid’s programs - Tic Tac for 3 - 6 year olds (skiing only) and Yuki for 7 - 14 year olds (skiing and snowboarding), their programs are designed to provide a safe, structured learning environment that is fun and engaging at all times.
HANAZONO’s indoor facilities are purpose built to meet the requirements of each age group - only in Hanazono will you find bathrooms designed for 3 - 6 year olds!
Opened in December 2019, the Galaxy of Kidz Adventure Centre adds an extra element of adventure to your child’s day.
Highlights
- Premium Facilities - The new 10-seater Gondola & heated hooded chair lift provides access to a variety of terrain, while the Hanazono Bowl accessed by two magic carpets is the perfect location for all learners
- Priority Lift Access - Priority lift access in Hanazono will provide more time to enjoy the mountain
- Small Groups - Maximum 4 guests per instructor
- Lunch included - A lunch coupon is provided for participants to enjoy lunch at Hanazono Edge restaurant with instructor
- Kids Passport - Children and their parents can track goals, activities and adventures during their time with NISS
- Hanazono Shield by Trek Trak - Using the latest in GPS location and tracking technology, NISS and ski patrol can pin point each child's location in the case of emergency.
Lesson Details
- Ensuire to inform NISS of any special needs or allergies of the child at the time of booking
- All children must be toilet trained and must have a basic understanding of English
- Poles are not required for Tic Tac program
- Lift tickets and rental equipment are not included in the lesson cost. Tickets of children age 3 are free. Please come with children to the lift ticket counter to obtain the free ticket
- Registration at Hanazono 308 activity counter for Yuki at 9:45am / Tic Tac is 9:15am to 9:45am - Late arrivals may not be able to be accommodated
- Pick up is 3:30pm in Hanazono
2024 / 25 Prices
Why choose the Hanazono Ski Area?
- Perfect First Timer terrain & 3x magic carpets
- Great indoor facilities
- Priority lift access in Hanazono
- Lessons & Niseko Sports Equipment Hire combination convenience
Payment & Cancellation Terms
Payment
- Full payment via the booking portal is required to complete the booking
Cancellation
- 31 days or more prior to the lesson date: 25% cancellation fee
- Within 30 days of the lesson date: 100% cancellation fee
- "Cancellation" includes changes that reduce the overall value of the booking.
* Refunds are made in Japanese Yen. The amount that you receive in your home currency may differ from the amount you paid in your home currency due to exchange rate fluctuations.
Book NISS Group Lessons
You can book Diamond Pro Ski Lessons, Private Lessons and Group Lessons through the Booking Portal. Please check that you are selecting your preferred lesson product.
We are only able to book for guests who have already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow.
Please enter your Samurai Snow Reservation Number provided to you when you booked your accommodation in the form below and we will email booking instructions to you.
If you submit a booking request and have not already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow, we will do our best to respond to your enquiry but this will not always be possible.
We are not able to book 7 days or fewer before the start date.
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