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Book Private Ski & Snowboard Lessons, Guiding & Resort Experiences

Niseko Academy… helping you make the most of your time in Niseko.

Whether you’re visiting Niseko for your very first ski holiday, looking to improve your skiing or snowboarding, discover the best terrain, or experience Niseko’s famous powder, we’ll help match you with the experience that’s right for you.

Not sure which experience is right for you?

Many guests aren’t quite sure whether they need lessons, guiding or simply an introduction to the resort. Tell us a little about:

  • Your skiing or snowboarding experience
  • Who is travelling with you
  • Where you’re staying
  • What you would most like to get out of your time in Niseko

We’ll recommend the lesson or guiding experience best suited to your goals.

Popular Experiences

  • First time skiing or snowboarding – Beginner Experience
  • Improve your technique – Private Lesson
  • Explore the resort with one of our experienced instructors or guides – Resort Guide
  • Powder & Off-Piste – Guided Experience
  • Visit Rusutsu or another resort – Explorer Experience

Booking Process

1. Submit your Request

Complete the booking form below with your preferred dates and as much information as possible. If you’re unsure what to book, simply use the Notes section to ask any questions.

2. Availability Check

Our reservations team will check instructor or guide availability and prepare your booking confirmation.

3. Confirm your Booking

Bookings made more than 60 days before your lesson

  • 20% deposit payable within 7 days
  • Balance due 30 days before your lesson

Bookings made within 60 days

  • Full payment due within 3 days
  • Bookings made close to the lesson date may require same-day payment

4. Enjoy your Experience

We’ll send your meeting location, arrival information and everything you need before your day on the snow.

Booking Information

Please note: Our schedule fills quickly during the Christmas, New Year and holiday periods. We strongly recommend booking all lessons and guiding before arriving in Niseko to avoid disappointment.

If you’re unable to complete your booking using the system below, please email us at info@nisekoacademy.com and we’ll be happy to assist. Alternatively call us on +81 (0)90 3342 0831.

When contacting us, please include:

  • Preferred lesson dates
  • Number of participants
  • Ski or Snowboard
  • Approximate ages
  • Ability levels
  • Accommodation (if known)
  • Any questions or special requests

Please note that our office operates reduced hours during the summer months. We’ll respond to all enquiries as quickly as possible.

  • Check your ability level here…
    Ski Snowboard
    First timer Never ever been on a pair of skis before Never ever been on a snowboard before
    Novice Have tried it once but still getting comfortable with wedge turns on green runs. Have tried it once or twice but still learning to link s-turns on green runs.
    Intermediate Can turn and stop with confidence on green runs, now learning to ski parallel on blue and black runs. Can link turns with confidence on green runs, now learning to ride blue and black runs and vary turn size/shape.
    Advanced Skiing all groomed runs, now learning to ski off-piste in powder and trees. Riding all groomed runs, now learning to get off-piste or in the park.
    Expert Comfortable skiing or riding anywhere on the mountain including off-piste