Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU Ski School
You can select a fulfilling program based on your own personal goals.
Have fun improving your skills on the world’s best powder snow.The Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU Ski School offers lesson programs to all levels, from first timers to advanced skiers. With kids lessons, adult lessons, early powder lessons & programs, the school has something to keep everyone having a great time. Our school staff love teaching & understand the importance of connecting with every student. In this way, ski school instructors aim not only to pass on technical skill, but also ensure an enjoyable experience by focusing on communication with each individual student. Why not take a couple of lessons at the Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU Ski School this season?
| Open | Dec. 3, 2022 to May 7, 2023 Group Lessons : Dec. 17, 2022 to Mar. 31, 2023 *The lesson will be in Japanese only. |
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| Business Hours | 8:30-16:00 |
Group Lessons*The lesson will be in Japanese only.
| Ski | Half-day (2 hours) | 1Full-day (4 hours) |
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| Standard course (13 years old or above) | ￥6,000 | ￥9,500 |
| Junior course（6-12 years old) | ￥6,000 | ￥9,500 |
L1 (beginners' course) includes lift ticket fees
Level of the class
For optimal lessons, it will be the following by level of grouping.
| Ski | L1 | Without any experience or unable to stop by him/herself |
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| L2 | Has been on the lift before and is able to turn using a snow plow | |
| L3 | Able to link strong snowplow turns or wide stance parallel | |
| L4 | Able to ski parralel confidantly | |
| L5 | Able to ski parralel confidantly on any terrain |
| Group lesson | Dec. 17, 2022 to Mar. 31, 2023 *The lesson will be in Japanese only. |
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| Lesson times | Morning: 10:00 to 12:00 (registration 8:30 to 9:30) Afternoon: 13:30 to 15:30 (registration 8:30 to 13:00) |
School users who do not have a lift ticket can purchase it at a special price.
Please contact the school for details.
Private Lessons
Ski
This lesson is for individuals and small groups. Families and friends are most welcome.
| Regular | Peak (12/24-1/3) | Spring (4/3-5/7) | |||
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| Early | 1 hour 15min, 8:30 to 9:45 |
1person | ¥15,000 | ¥16,000 | ¥14,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥18,000 | ¥19,000 | ¥17,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | ||
| 2-hour AM or PM |
2 hours, |
1person | ¥25,000 | ¥27,000 | ¥23,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥28,000 | ¥30,000 | ¥26,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | ||
| 3-hour | 3 hours, |
1person | ¥34,000 | ¥37,000 | ¥31,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥38,000 | ¥41,000 | ¥35,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥4,000 | ¥4,000 | ¥4,000 | ||
| Early 4-hour |
4 hours, |
1person | ¥39,000 | ¥42,000 | ¥36,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥44,000 | ¥47,000 | ¥41,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 | ||
| 4-hour | 4-hours |
1person | ¥39,000 | ¥42,000 | ¥36,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥44,000 | ¥47,000 | ¥41,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 | ¥5,000 | ||
| 6-hour | 6 hours, |
1person | ¥46,000 | ¥50,000 | ¥42,000 |
| 2～3 | ¥53,000 | ¥57,000 | ¥49,000 | ||
| +1 extra | ¥7,000 | ¥7,000 | ¥7,000 | ||
| Evening 1-hour |
1 hour, |
1person | ¥13,000 | ¥14,000 | |
| 2～3 | ¥16,000 | ¥17,000 | |||
| +1 extra | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | |||
| Evening 2-hour |
2 hours, |
1person | ¥25,000 | ¥27,000 | |
| 2～3 | ¥28,000 | ¥30,000 | |||
| +1 extra | ¥3,000 | ¥3,000 | |||
There is no price for more than two days. Please pay for the number of times you have booked.
| Private lesson | Dec. 3, 2022 to May 7, 2023 |
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School users who do not have a lift ticket can purchase it at a special price.
Please contact the school for details.
Kids Lessons
Kids group lesson (aged from 4 to 6)（Reservation required)
*The lesson will be in Japanese only.
This lesson is perfect for skiing beginners making their first steps on the snow.
The lesson is conducted in a dedicated kids-only area equipped with a lift for beginners and lesson-only slopes.
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Full-day (4 hours) |
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| 1 person | ¥7,000 | ¥11,000 |
Kids one-on-one lesson (aged from 3 to 5)（Ski only / Reservation required)
This lesson is a lot of fun and is aimed at improving skills in a one-on-one environment. We recommend it for kids with prior skiing experience. The lesson involves use of the lift, depending on the child's progress.
| Regular | Peak (12/24-1/3) | Spring (4/3-5/7) | ||
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| 2 hours | 10:00 to 12:00 or 13:30 to 15:30 | ¥22,000 | ¥24,000 | ¥20,000 |
| Full-day（4 hours) | 10:00 to 12:00 and 13:30 to 15:30 | ¥34,000 | ¥37,000 | ¥31,000 |
There is no price for more than two days. Please pay for the number of times you have booked.
Kids and Junior private lesson with lunch
For an extra 4,000 yen children (under the age of elementary school) can receive lunch during their full-day lesson. Children will also be supervised during lunch time.
Level of the class
For optimal lessons, it will be the following by level of grouping.
| Ski | L1 | This class is for total beginners, kids who can't stop in motion, and kids who aren't able to turn with stability. These ski lessons take place in an area exclusively for children. |
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| L2 | This class is for kids who can stop by themselves, and make a snowplough (pizza) turn. These ski lessons use the Ace Family Quad Lift. |
| Kids group lesson | Dec. 17, 2022 to Mar. 31, 2023 *The lesson will be in Japanese only. |
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| Kids private lesson | Dec. 3, 2022 to May 7, 2023 |
| Lesson times | Morning: 10:00 to 12:00 (registration 8:00 to 9:30) Afternoon: 13:30 to 15:30 (registration 8:00 to 13:00) |
School users who do not have a lift ticket can purchase it at a special price.
Please contact the school for details.
Instructors
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Hideaki ImaizumiKids to adults, absoluted begginer to advanced, we offer the best lesson.
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Shizuko Sugawara
Let's make your stay in Niseko enjoyable and level up your ski skill !
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Naoki Kaya
There is no other place you can experience this Niseko powder. Let's have fun together.
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Tacaco Takei
If you're interested in the first time skiing but little nervous or afraid of speed, let's go practice with me to have fun and enjoy skiing !
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Kaori Higashino
I would like to help you over 15 years of experience. From kids to adults , I'm looking forward to seeing you.
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Noriko Miyoshi
Let's enjoy Niseko's finest powder!
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Shigemi Matsuhashi
Let's enjoy the greatest powder snow !
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Keisuke Ogura
I would like to help you to find the fun in skiing and snowboarding here in Niseko. Supported by Moss Snowboards.、dps ski. Zanter.
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Nozomu Kaku
Hi everyone ! I'm an energetic person around, let's have fun with me.
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Masakatsu Honda
Let's make the best ski memory with me.
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Narihiro Matsumoto
I love playing on the snow.
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Hitoshi Miura
Let's go to an excellent skiing in nice mountain and nice snow !
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Shigeru Suwa
Let's enjoy the Niseko Powder together !
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Eri Kadoya
Let us help your ski adventure!
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Satoshi Ueno
Through my lessons, I will not only teach you the skills, but also the fun of snow sports!
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Ritsu Kato
Let's play and learn a lot in the big mountains of Niseko! Let's have some fun together!
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- Medical Advisor
Masayuki Inoue
Medical advisor of Niseko Grand Hirafu Snowschool.
Orthopedist in NTT Higashi Nihon Hospital.
Reservation & Reception
Reservation & Reception
- Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU Ski School
- 9-1, Niseko Hirafu 1-jo 2-chome, Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido
044-0080 Japan
tel.+81-136-22-0921
open / 8:30 to 16:00
*Please register for your class at least 30 minutes prior to the start time.*If you use our rental service at the same time as the school, please use the .Base store near the school reception.
- Online Reservation Discount!
- You can receive a discount of 10% off standard rental item fees by using Niseko Tokyu Grand HIRAFU’s online reservation system.
- Special discount
- Guests staying at the Hotel Niseko Alpen are entitled to a 300 yen discount for half-day lessons, and a 500 yen discount for full-day lessons.
Bookings and Cancellations
- ●Please sign up at the reseption counter school by 30 minutes before the lesson start time. The school may cancel your lessons in case of last-minute or late arrivals. If you will be late, please contact the school.
- ●If you've enrolled your child (elementary school age or younger) in a lesson, please pick them up at the meeting place when the lesson finishes. If you will be late, please contact the school.
- ●If you've reserved lessons over multiple days, please be aware that the instructors may be different for each day. Thank you for your understanding.
- ●Cancellations incur 50% of the lesson fee if made the day before the lesson, 100% of the lesson fee if made on the day of the lesson or in case of no-shows.
- ●If the customer does not show up after 15 minutes past the planned lesson time, it will be
considered a cancellation and the instructor may be allocated to another lesson.
In that case, the full cancellation fee applies. - ●The lessons may be cancelled due to weather conditions. You will not be charged a cancellation fee in this case.
Safety
- ●Be aware of the dangers of snow sports or activities in natural environments, and obey the ski area rules and regulations.
- ●The lesson fees cover insurance for injuries sustained during the lesson.
- ●During lessons, wear appropriate snow sportswear (top and bottom), headgear (e.g. a hat or helmet), goggles or sunglasses, and gloves. If you don't wear appropriate headgear, you won't be able to take the lesson.
- ●For safety, our ski school recommends wearing helmets, especially for children.