NISS programs are available at 2 key locations – Hirafu and Hanazono. With over 100 Snowsports Professionals from around the globe, NISS continues to be the No.1 International Snowsports School in Japan.

Registration for NISS services is conveniently located on the ground level of The Vale Niseko. Please ensure you complete your registration prior to the commencement of your lessons.

Located at the base of King Lift #1, behind the Kogen hotel, Niseko International Ski School (NISS) has facilities for your whole family, from White Room guiding service to Tictac ski lessons for kids aged three and upwards.

For morning group lessons and kids ski school, NISS offers complimentary pick‐up services on demand from The Vale Niseko to the NISS meeting point at the Kogen Hotel.

HANAZONO BLUE BUS
In addition the blue Hanazono bus stop #9 is conveniently located outside The Vale Niseko and bus stop #7 is next to The Setsumon, with bus stop #1 is a short stroll from The Freshwater. So you can hop on the bus and ski from Hanazono. The Hanazono bus departs every 30 minutes till 17:00

NISS Kids & Youth Programs
NISS is Japan’s newest and most creative snow sports school, offering a progressive kids and youth program backed by an international team of expert instructors.

The children will be thrilled with their very own “magic carpet” lifts and sheltered learning environment (both indoor and out). In addition, NISS has a fun filled and innovative terrain park to suit skiers and boarders. All Day programs have lunch inclusive.

Tictac Kids Club
Tictac Kids Club is pure fun for little skiers, whether it’s their first time or they can already ski. Your child will be taught under the safety of a qualified NISS instructor team who ensures they receive the best guidance and care required.

Registration for all Kids Club lessons for 3-6yrs is at 9.30am on Sundays and Mondays.

Yuki Skiers & Boarders Workshop
The Yuki workshops are all about fun and action for kids; they will explore the entire mountain, ride the terrain park and enjoy the fantastic Niseko powder.

Greeting & Grading for all NISS Yuki Kids lessons is at 9.30am Sundays and Mondays.
Pick up for Tictac Kids & Yuki Workshops 3.30pm (all day programs) or 12.30pm (for am programs).

NISS Kids Ski Programs are available 7 days per week from December 7th, 2009 to April 5th, 2010. For programs longer than six (6) consecutive days purchased at time of original transaction, additions are calculated at ¥5,500 per full day and ¥3,700 per am. For multi day discounts, lesson days must be consecutive and must be purchased in the same transaction.

For multi day discounts, lesson days must be consecutive (excluding Saturdays for snowboard) and must be purchased in the same transaction.

Snowboarding with a group is always a blash and your experienced NISS pro will have you carving up the best runs, hitting the terrain park, or floating through deep powder. There are six levels and your pro will ensure you are placed in the appropriate class.

NOTE - Lessons do not include lift tickets and reservations are strongly recommended.