Yama Riders

Yama Riders is all about keeping kids safe while they have fun learning new skills while exploring the entire Niseko United resort.

Details for the 2025–26 season, including pricing and lesson availability, will be released soon.

Our 7-14 year old Yama Riders enjoy a fun and social learning environment. Available to both skiers and snowboarders, the Yama Riders program includes a weekly Kids Fun Race and a Kids Passport to help track progress.

All Yama Riders lessons are located at our King Gondola Base (Hirafu Gondola Base)

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 our King Gondola Base (Hirafu Gondola Base) only
Ski poles are not required until Intermediate level

Why you'll love our 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.

What our customers say

"If visiting Niseko, I cannot recommend GoSnow kids ski school enough. The instructors are great with the kids and really help them to progress."
Kerri , Singapore
"We sent our two kids for two full days of group lessons in the Yama Riders program. The instructors were friendly, patient, and had a positive attitude, which helped our kids to adapt to the new environment and feel confident about themselves."
Nikolaos , Singapore