Whether you’re an advanced rider looking to refine your technique, to a family with mini shredders bursting with energy, we bring the human touch to the experience of developing your ski or snowboard skills. We understand that a great week in Hokkaido is about more than drills and exercises. You want to enjoy the holiday and everything Niseko has to offer.
On our premium services, your instructor doubles up as your local guide, giving you top tips on how to make the most of your stay. Want a recommendation of the best restaurant or onsen after your lesson? We’ve got you covered. Forgot your gloves and need to pop back to the hotel? Ask nicely and your instructor might even give you a lift back to fetch them! Need help choosing or adjusting your gear? We’re on hand for that too.
Whatever it takes to make your experience smooth and enjoyable from start to finish, we strive to do all we can towards that goal. With an Imagine instructor, you are not only booking a lesson; you are securing your own personal guru of good times!
Lessons typically begin at Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Annupuri or Rusutsu. Guiding covers many resorts and mountains around Hokkaido. If you have a preference or question, please enquire. Alternatively, check out the guiding page to experience an epic backcountry tour!
Our lessons with van pickup service include transport from your accommodation to the slopes and back each day! After booking, we’ll be in touch to arrange this with you. Of course, you can always meet your instructor directly on the slopes if preferred, as a great value option.
While everyone speaks English, some members of the team can teach in various languages, including Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, German and others. Just enquire if you have a preference!
The full team is updated each season, but here you can see examples of some core members of the team:
Full dedicated service with one of our most experienced and highest-qualified instructors, including optional transport from hotel and assistance with anything you need for the perfect day! Start at Niseko Annupuri, Grand Hirafu, Rusutsu or let your instructor recommend a location, the experience includes 6 hours on snow. Everything is flexible, from participant numbers to start and finish times, start location and lesson level. Advanced riders may even explore the off-piste ‘gates’ areas and side-country powder!
Dec, Jan & Feb: 150,000 JPY/day
March-April: 120,000 JPY/day
(Same price for both Niseko and Rusutsu)
Enjoy a full day on the mountain with one of our qualified instructors. Flexible timing (up to 8 hours including logistics). Perfect for beginner and lower-intermediate levels. Reccomended for up to 4 guests. Start from Niseko Annupuri, Grand Hirafu, or Rusutsu.
Peak Season: 70,000 JPY
A half day with one of our enthusiastic, qualified instructors. Best suited to beginner and lower-intermediate levels. 1-4 participants. Start locations are Niseko Annupuri and Grand Hirafu (enquire for other locations). Up to 3 hours with the instructor, including any transport, ticketing, rental and break times. Optionally meet on the snow, for maximum ski time.
Peak Season: 45,000 JPY
Join a half-day or full-day group lesson with one of our enthusiastic, qualified instructors. Best suited to beginner and lower-intermediate levels. Small groups of 2-6 learning together. Lesson start location is at .Base Grand Hirafu at 10am. Meet on the snow, ready to go.
Full Day: 14,500 JPY
Half Day: 12,500 JPY
Please note: these are reference prices based on the time of writing. Prices may change throughout the year. For the most up-to-date and accurate prices and a full range of lesson types, please click ‘book here’ below.
