We are currently only able to book lessons for guests who have already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow.
The English-speaking instructors at Evergreen Ski School will make sure you are safe and have a great time.
Private lessons offer focused instruction suitable for everyone from total beginners through to advanced skiers and boarders.
Lessons can be tailored based on your choice of terrain and technique you want to cover - skiing, snowboard, telemark, racing, terrain park, half pipe, carving or freestyle.
From green runs to tree runs, discover the best terrain.
Cortina / Norikura Map
Hakuba Platinum Experience - Unlimited*
The Hakuba Valley's Most Premium Lesson & In-Resort Guiding Experience.
A fully customisable experience. Choose from multiple resorts across the Hakuba Valley, have a dedicated EISS private vehicle with you from the start of the day to the end, and enjoy flexible start times to suit your daily schedule.
Lesson Details
- Duration: Unlimited* (Subject to terms of product)
- Start Time: Flexible
- Location: Happo One, Tsugaike, Iwatake, Cortina + Others in the Hakuba Valley
- Languages: English, Mandarin, Spanish, Italian, French
- Levels: First Time, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Benefits
- Local Knowledge. Organised by the Hakuba Valley's longest-serving International Ski School
- Multiple Resort Choice- Including the option to ski multiple resorts in one day!
- Free early drop-off & later pick up in our Kids & Teen Programs
- Private pick up & drop off in a dedicated EISS Private Vehicle
- Multiple language options with the Hakuba Valley's biggest choice of Snowsport Instructors and Coaches
- Flexible start time
- Video analysis
- Restaurant recommendations & bookings
- Lift ticket organisation & collection
- Assistance with rental choice & booking
* Terms of product can be found in the EISS Terms & Conditions
Option Upgrades
In Lesson Video & Photography
Create memories to take away with our in lesson photo and video service.
Capture those action shots or those family moments on the slopes in some of the most breathtaking areas of the Japanese Alps
Off Piste & Free Ride Experience
Looking to take your skiing or snowboarding to the next level? Our Alpine Academy is on hand to show you the ins and outs of the Hakuba off-piste and side country.
Upgrade to the Alpine Academy's Hakuba Double Black Diamond Experience.
Full-Day Lesson
Our Hakuba Full-Day Private is a great way to explore the Hakuba Valley and progress your on-slope & off-slope skills. Choose your resort, start time, and instructor.
Instructors can be requested based on gender, certification, language, and discipline.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 6 Hours
- Start Time: Flexible
- Available at all resorts: Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake
10:30 Day Lesson
Our 10:30 Private starts at 10:30 am and lasts for 5 hours.
This is a great way to make some real progress on the slopes.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 5 Hours
- Lesson Time: 10:30-15:30
- Available at all resorts: Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake
Early Starter 4
Our First Tracks Private offers an early start for the best of the conditions as well as the perfect amount of time to fine-tune those ski or snowboard skills.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Lesson Time: 8:30-10:20
- Available at all resorts: Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake
Morning Lesson
At 2 hours and starting at 10:30 am our Morning Private is great for those looking to start a little later in the morning or those who need to drop their children at group lessons.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Lesson Time: 10:30-12:30
- Available at all resorts: Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake.
Afternoon Lesson
Perfect for individuals or small groups who are First Timers or just looking for a lesson later in the day.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Lesson Time: 13:30-15:30
- Available at all resorts, Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake.
First Tracks
Great for getting the best snow conditions, from powder to perfect groomers this 110 minute lesson is ideal for fine tuning your skills.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 110 minutes
- Lesson Time: 08:30-10:20
- Available at all resorts, Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake
Jump Start Lesson
Perfect for fine-tuning what you've been working on starting off your trip with a refresher. This Jump Start lesson fits perfectly before our group lesson that starts at 10:00 am.
Lesson Details
- Duration: 80 minutes
- Lesson Time: 08:30-09:50
- Available at all resorts, Happo-one, Tsugaike, Cortina, & Iwatake
2023 / 24 Prices
- Reservations are strongly recommended.
- Private lessons are available everyday from 16th Dec 2023 to 17th March 2024, except for 1st Jan 2024.
- Lessons include qualified ski/snowboard instructor (English speaking), insurance and tax
- Please bring lift pass, winter clothing, helmet, gloves and goggles
- Ski and snowboard private lessons must be booked separately
- Maximum 5x people per instructor
Ability Level Charts
Book Evergreen - Cortina - Private Lessons
You can book Hakuba Platinum Experience, Group Lessons in Happo One and Private Lessons in Happo One, Iwatake, Tsugaike & Cortina through this Booking Form. Please check that you are selecting the right product.
We are currently only able to book for guests who have already booked accommodation with Samurai Snow.
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.
Booking Process
Please follow the steps below to book your lessons.
1) Click on the red "Book Now" button below and the booking window will open in a new tab in your browser
2) Select the correct category and lessons type (ski or snowboard)
2) Add all of the lessons that you require to your shopping cart.
3) Click on the "Next" button at the bottom right of the page
4) Enter your personal details (all fields with an * are mandatory) and click on the "Proceed to Checkout" button at the bottom of the page
5) On the "Checkout" page, click on the green "Add New Group Member" button and add the names of each person in your group you are taking lessons, one by one
6) Assign the Group Members to each Lesson by clicking on the "Select Group Member" dropdown list under the Assign Group Members header and selecting the Guests to attend that lesson
7) Click on the red "Send Inquiry" Button at the bottom right
8) We will contact you by email with payment instructions once your booking request is confirmed.
Required Information
You will need to have the following information to hand for each lesson you would like to book:
- Discipline (Ski or Snowboard) - lessons must be all skiers or all snowboarders only
- Date - the date you would like the lesson to take place
- Duration - the number of days of lessons you would like - must be consecutive days.
- Start Time - some lesson types allow you to choose your preferred start time
- Ability Level - all participants should be a similar ability level for the best lesson outcome
- Accommodation - the name of your Hakuba accommodation
- Number of People - the number of lesson participants
- Medical / Dietary - please specify if you have any allergies or medical needs
Payment & Cancellation Terms
Payment
- Full payment via the booking portal is required within 5 days of the booking request being confirmed.
Cancellation
- 15 days or more prior to the lesson date: 0% cancellation fee
- 8 to 14 days prior to the lesson date: 50% cancellation fee
- Within 7 days of the lesson date: 100% cancellation fee
- "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.