If you have already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow, you can book lessons through our booking portal.
GoSnow is the official international snowsports school of Niseko Grand Hirafu Resort. Their ski and snowboard lessons are conducted in English by a team of professional and accredited instructors from all over the world.
Based in the main village of Hirafu, GoSnow is conveniently located at the King Gondola providing easy access to the mountain and our dedicated magic carpet learning area.
Operating Dates
- Adult, Yama Riders and Ninja Kids Group Lessons operate from 9th December 2026 to 3rd April 2027
- Workshop Lessons operate from 16th December 2026 to 21st March 2027
Plan Early
We recommend booking this service as early as possible to guarantee availability and secure your preferred option.
Availability of this service for short notice bookings is likely to be limited or not available.
GoSnow Locations
GoSnow is based in the main village of Hirafu with two convenient locations at the King Gondola & Family Base.
Group Lessons are only available at the King Gondola.
Private Lessons are available at either King Gondola or Family Base.
Ninja Kids
Ages 3-6 yrs, Ski only
Watch your child’s confidence and love for the snow grow in the Ninja Kids program which has been developed for young skiers aged 3-6 years with safety and fun in mind.
Ninja Kids new to the sport will benefit from their own dedicated Learning Area and Magic Carpet, while experienced skiers will have the easiest access to Grand Hirafu's beginner slopes.
Why your children will love Ninja Kids
- Convenient Location - Conveniently located at the Hirafu Gondola Base.
- Kids Facilities - Special kids-focused break rooms.
- Maximum 6 Per Class - Smaller classes so kids can get the most out of their lesson time.
- Magic Carpet - Exclusive Ninja Kids Magic Carpet learning area.
- Break Times - Ninja Kids enjoy breaks with hot chocolate to stay warm and rested.
- Lunch - Full Day Lessons include lunch in our Ninja Kids room.
- Flexible Class Options - Full Day and Half Day options available.
- English Language - All GoSnow lessons are conducted in English by qualified international staff.
2026 / 27 Prices
- Value - 1st March until 3rd April
- Regular - 9th December until 20th December || 4th January until 3rd February || 11th February until 28th February
- Peak - 21st December until 3rd January || 4th February until 10th February
Ninja Ability Levels Important Information A Ninja Kid's Day
Is a Ninja Kids Group Lesson or a Private Lesson the best option for your child?
Group lessons are a fun and social learning environment for children to learn in - this means multiple children with a variety of personalities, goals (including expectations from parents), energy levels, and abilities.
Each day, GoSnow takes a good look at each Ninja Kid and place them in a group that makes the most sense with respect to the big picture for that specific day. That can mean mixed ages with matched abilities, some groups smaller than others due to skill set, and it will ALWAYS mean that there is some variation of skill level within a group.
If you have concerns about your child participating in lessons with a variation in ability levels, GoSnow encourages you to consider a Private Lesson. In this setting they can provide one-on-one attention and a lesson that moves at a pace customized to your child's ability.
Yama Riders
Ages 7-14, Ski & Board
Yama Riders offers both ski and snowboard lessons for kids aged 7–14, creating a safe, supportive and fun environment for young learners to build skills and explore the Niseko United resort.
Why you'll love Yama Riders Lessons
- Convenient Location - Conveniently located at the Hirafu Gondola Base.
- Kids Facilites - Special kids-focused break rooms.
- Maximum 7 Per Class - Smaller classes so kids can get the most out of their lesson time.
- Magic Carpet - Exclusive magic carpet learning area for beginners.
- Lunch - Full day lessons include lunch.
- Priority Access - Priority lift lane access for more advanced skier and boarders.
- Flexible Class Options - Full and Half Day options available for both ski and snowboard.
- English language - All GoSnow lessons are conducted in English by qualified international staff.
2026 / 27 Prices
- Value - 1st March until 3rd April
- Regular - 9th December until 20th December || 4th January until 3rd February || 11th February until 28th February
- Peak - 21st December until 3rd January || 4th February until 10th February
Ability Level Guide Important Information A Yama Rider's Day
Adult Group Lessons
Ages 15+, Ski & Board
Their experienced instructors are dedicated to helping you build both skill and confidence, with a strong focus on progressive development at every stage.
Lessons are available for First-Time through Intermediate levels. For more advanced guests, they offer Specialised Workshops designed to refine technique and performance (see below) .
All Adult Group Lessons are located at their King Gondola Base.
Why you'll Adult Group Lessons
- Convenient Location - Conveniently located at the Hirafu Gondola.
- For Ages 15 Years Up - For skiers and snowboarders aged 15 years up.
- Flexible Times - Full and half-day options for both ski and snowboard.
- Maximum 6 Per Class - Our classes are smaller so you can get the most out of your lesson time.
- Magic Carpet - Exclusive magic carpet learning area for beginners.
- Priority Access - Priority lift lane access for more skilled skiers and snowboarders.
- English language - All GoSnow lessons are conducted in English by qualified international staff.
- Experienced Staff - Professional, accredited instructors from around the world.
2026 / 27 Prices
Value - 1st March until 3rd April Regular - 9th December until 20th December || 4th January until 3rd February || 11th February until 28th February Peak - 21st December until 3rd January || 4th February until 10th February
Workshops
Push your skills further in a full-day Advanced Workshop, with coaching tailored to group goals and progressio.
Designed for advanced skiers and snowboarders looking to develop new skills in Niseko’s renowned terrain and conditions. Their coaches will tailor the lesson plan and terrain selection based on snow conditions, as well as the ability and goals of the grou.
Ride Niseko’s famous deep powder when conditions are at their best, with guidance to the top powder areas on the mountain
- Develop the skills to confidently ride off-piste terrain, including steep runs, tree lines, and variable conditions
- When powder isn’t available, focus on technical progression - carving, moguls, trees, and short turns Build the skills and confidence to ride across the mountain in all conditions
- GoSnow Workshops operate within the resort boundary only. Access to the Niseko United gate system is not included in any of their products
- Ages 15 years and above
Why you'll love Workshops
- Maximum 4 Per Workshop - Our workshops are smaller so you can get the most out of your time with us.
- Advanced Level - For advanced level skiers & snowboarders.
- Priority Access - Priority lift line access to fast track you to the best runs on the mountain.
- Experienced Staff - Professional, accredited instructors from around the world.
2026 / 27 Prices
- Value - 1st March until 21st March
- Regular - 16th December until 20th December || 4th January until 3rd February || 11th February until 28th February
- Peak - 21st December until 3rd January || 4th February until 10th February
Ability Level Guide Important Information
Booking Terms & Information
Payment
- Full payment via the booking portal is required to complete the booking
Cancellation
- 10 days or more prior to the lessons start date: 0% cancellation fee (100% of lesson price is refunded*)
- 4 to 9 days prior to the lessons start date: 20% cancellation fee (80% of lesson price is refunded*)
- Within 3 days of the lesson date: 100% cancellation fee (no refund is offered)
- "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.
Ninja Kids
- Children must be a minimum of 3 years old on the day of the lesson
- Children must be toilet trained
- It is not possible to join the lesson if you arrive after check in closes at 9:30am
- All children are required to have a lift pass
- All children are required to understand and communicate English
- Lessons are conducted at the King Gondola only
- Ski Poles are not required until Black Ninja level
Yama Riders
- Children must be a minimum of 7 years old on the day of the lesson
- It is not possible to join the lesson if you arrive after check in closes at 9.30am
- All children are required to have a lift pass
- All children are required to understand and communicate in English
- Lessons are conducted at the King Gondola only
- Ski poles are not required until Intermediate level
Book GoSnow Group Lessons
You can book Ninja Kids Group Lessons, Yama Riders Group Lessons, Adult Group Lessons, Workshops & Private 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.