The official international snowsports school of Grand Hirafu Resort in Niseko, Japan

Our 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 Hirafu Gondola providing easy access to the mountain and our dedicated magic carpet learning area.

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Why you’ll love a day with us

Convenient Location

GoSnow has the most convenient learning locations in Grand Hirafu.
Priority Lift Lanes

Access to Priority Lift Lanes throughout Grand Hirafu Resort.
English Language

All GoSnow lessons are conducted in English by qualified international staff.
Maximum Class Sizes

Our classes are smaller so you can get the most out of your lesson time.
Private Learning Areas

Private on-snow Learning Areas, including three Magic Carpets.
Kids Facilities

Special kids-focused break rooms.
Flexible Lesson Times

Full or half-day options available.
Experienced Staff

Professional, accredited instructors from around the world.

Ages 3-6, Ski only

Watch your child’s confidence and love for the snow grow in the Ninja Kids program. developed for young skiers aged 3-6 years with safety and fun in mind.

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Ages 7-14, Ski & Board

Yama Riders is all about keeping kids safe while they have fun learning new skills.

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Adult Group Lessons

We offer Adult Group Lessons for skiers and snowboarders from first timers to intermediate levels.

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Private Lessons

Experience personalised learning with our elite private instructors. Get one-on-one attention or make a group with up to 6 people of similar ability.

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Workshops

Join our most highly certified instructors and improve your technical skiing and boarding ability.

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What our customers say

"I went from side slipping down greens to confidently linking turns on reds in a few days. Looking forward to building on these skills for years to come!"
Stuart , Sydney
"The Women’s Workshop was perfect, it was chill and not judgmental. You can go at your own pace. Maximum number in the group is four, so a great instructor-to-skier ratio. Full marks for GoSnow for organising Women's Workshops, definitely the gap in the market."
Mowana , London