Niseko International Ski School - NISS

At NISS not only do they teach you to be the best you can be on the snow, but great everlasting memories for you and your family are created. NISS’s instructors will inspire you and pass on their expert teaching knowledge to you allowing their students to then get out and explore the beauty on Niseko Mountain.

At NISS you can learn to ski in the language you prefer with professional instructors on their team from all over the world.

From first timers to those who want to step up their expert game, HANAZONO is the perfect place to commence your lessons from. The outdoor HANAZONO facilities, positioned directly in front of 308 are now improved to make learning and progression fun for the kids for days on end.

NISS is expanding Niseko's designated learning trails network with the addition of more expansive terrain options. Everyone loves to learn to ski and board in the trees and they will make it safe, fun and great for increasing your learning curve.

NISS boasts a complete comprehensive lesson package to accommodate for all the levels of their guests, whether beginner or advanced, small child or adult, skier or snowboarder - come and share a memory with NISS.

TIC-TAC CLUB: 3-6 YEARS

  • Skiing only
  • Maximum 6
  • 10:00am – 3:30pm
  • Registration starts at 9:15am at HANAZONO area.
  • Pick-up time for children is 3:30pm from HANAZONO.

Please Note:
Lift tickets are not included in the lesson fee, please bring a lift pass for your child. Lift Passes are free for children 6 years and younger, prebook your preschooler pass and pay 1,000 yen as the refundable security deposit.
*Recommended to not book more than 4 days of lessons in a row, children need a break to recover.

YUKI PROGRAM: 7-14 YEARS

  • Ski & Snowboard
  • Maximum 8
  • 10:00am – 3:30pm
  • Registration starts at 9:15am at HANAZONO area.
  • Pick-up time for children is 3:30pm from HANAZONO.

Please Note:
Lift tickets and equipment are not included in the lesson fee, please make sure your child has all equipment, warm ski wear, and lift pass ready before the lesson.

ADULT GROUP LESSONS: 15+ YEARS

  • Ski & Snowboard
  • Maximum 6
  • Half Day: 10:00am – 12:30pm
  • All Day: 10:00am – 3:30pm
  • Registration starts at 9:45am at HANAZONO area.

Please Note:
Lift tickets and equipment are not included in the lesson fee, please bring lift pass and equipment ready to lesson registration. Reservations are essential. Freedom to switch between ski and snowboard at no extra cost during a multi-day pass. Enquire about availability.

  • Up to 6 guests for no extra charge.
  • Priority lift line access in HANAZONO area
  • Choose ski, snowboard, telemark, or terrain park.
  • Lesson price does not include equipment or lift pass.
Program
Espresso 1.5 hours 8:30am – 10:00am
Morning 2.5 hours 10:00am – 12:30pm
Niseko Classic Day 6 hours Flexible start time (between 8:30-10am) and location (Niseko Hirafu or HANAZONO)