DISCOVER THE JOY OF SNOW IN A PRIVATE LESSON WITH OUR FULLY TRAINED INSTRUCTORS
Sherpa International Snow School Naeba was founded on the principle of providing an extra-special learning experience, making your holiday truly enjoyable and fun!
Ages
5 years and above
It is possible to take ski lessons from 5 years old, however we do not recommend mixing young children with any other age group.
Period
From December 16, 2023 through April 7, 2024.
*Subject to ski resort operations.
Sessions
Our private snowboard lessons are based on 110-minutes long sessions.
Our Session times are:
8:00 to 9:50 * 10:10 to 12:00 * 13:00 to 14:50 * 15:10 to 17:00
ONLINE
Cheaper, Faster, Easier,
Book directly on our website to avoid administration fee.
You can make payment for your lesson in advance.
No reception procedure on the day required.
Reservations on the day
Reservations on the day are dependent on availability.
Reception location: Prince Hotel Building No.3, 'Sherpa International Snow School Naeba' reception
There is an additional ¥3,000 administration fee for all lessons booked through our reception desk. Once the number of students has reached our quota, registration will be closed. Weekends and New Year’s holidays are very busy periods, so please be aware - it may not be possible to book a lesson on the day.
On-the-day bookings must be made at least 20 minutes before the lesson start time.
| Ability level | Current Ability | Main focus for the Lesson |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 First time | This is my first time snowboarding | Learn how to move with one foot attached. Be able to slide & STOP on both edges(toe/heel) safely |
| Level 2 Beginner | I have tried snowboarding before, and can slide left and right on the heel edge | Perfect single turns on heel/toe & practice linking turns together to enjoy snowboarding! |
| Level 3 Novice | I have used the CHAIRLIFT, and can LINK TURNS | Be able to vary turn shape and size for speed control to explore the mountain |
| Level 4 Intermediate | I can make vary the shape and size of my turn to control my speed | Progress to more challenging terrain, freestyle including: switch riding, ollies, nollies, and butters, etc. |
| Level 5 Advanced | I can ride ALL MOUNTAIN including off piste | Continued skill development, riding bumps, powder, natural terrain, freestyle features - having fun anywhere & everywhere! |
1 Session
Private Lesson- 110 mins
- For 1, 2 or 3 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 3 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥26,000
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥29,000
2 Sessions
Private Lesson- 220 mins
- For 1, 2 or 3 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 3 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥47,000
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥52,000
3 Sessions
Private Lesson- 330 mins
- For 1, 2 or 3 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 3 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥70,500
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥78,000
4 Sessions
Private Lesson- 440 mins
- For 1, 2 or 3 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 3 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥94,000
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥104,000
- Flat rate for up to 3 people.
- Our Session times are: 8:00 to 9:50 * 10:10 to 12:00 * 13:00 to 14:50 * 15:10 to 17:00
- The discounted prices (as shown above) are only available for same day Sessions, with the same participants.
- As Session prices are for one instructor, if participant’s experience and/or age varies considerably, booking another instructor is advisable.
- Your Confirmation Booking page will automatically show discounted prices when multiple sessions are booked at the same time.
- Please note:
Equipment rental, gondola and lift tickets fares are not included in the lesson fee.
Participants must have a suitable snowboard or ski insurance.
By booking directly on our website you will avoid a ¥3,000 administration fee.
1 Session
Private Group Lesson- 110 mins
- For 4, 5 or 6 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 6 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥32,000
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥35,000
2 Sessions
Private Group Lesson- 220 mins
- For 4, 5 or 6 participants
(with one instructor) - __________________
- Flat rate for up to 6 people
- Off Peak Periods
- ¥58,000
Peak Periods
2023/12/23 - 2024/1/5
2024/2/9 - 2024/2/16- ¥62,000
- Flat rate for up to 6 people.
- Our Session times are: 8:00 to 9:50 * 10:10 to 12:00 * 13:00 to 14:50 * 15:10 to 17:00
- The discounted prices (as shown above) are only available for same day Sessions, with the same participants.
- As Session prices are for one instructor, if participant’s experience and/or age varies considerably, booking another instructor is advisable.
- Your Confirmation Booking page will automatically show discounted prices when multiple sessions are booked at the same time.
- Please note:
Equipment rental, gondola and lift tickets fares are not included in the lesson fee.
Participants must have a suitable snowboard or ski insurance.
By booking directly on our website you will avoid a ¥3,000 administration fee.
Notes and Lesson agreement
- Equipment rental, gondola and lift tickets are not included in the lesson fee.
- The temperature of the slopes may be low. We recommend wearing hats / helmets, gloves, goggles, neck warmers, and other gear appropriate for cold weather.
- Personal information provided for the application may be used in the following cases.
- Personal information provided at the time of various lessons, badge tests, junior tests, members, services, etc. will be used only as a contact address to inform you of various school lessons, services, or to confirm application details.
- The telephone number provided may be used for confirmation of the meeting place and the lesson time.
- At the request of Naeba Prince Hotel, we may provide information of hotel guests for confirmation purposes.
- Please be aware that skiing may involve dangers of injury, death and risk of damaging others. Please participate with fully understanding the dangers of skiing and the severity of nature.
- Please observe all instructions whilst attending lessons and the rules of behavior of the ski slopes, you are responsible for all the runs at your own risk.
- The school, its managers and instructors, or the ski resort shall not be responsible for accidents during classes due to the students’ carelessness; accidents due to causes unavoidable, notwithstanding the instructors’ preventative measures against danger; injuries, property losses, and damages to the students or third parties caused by equipment or facilities.
- Regarding the division of the level, we will ask you for your skill level at the time of reservation or reception, but we may re-sort to a more optimum class at the judgment of the instructor after actually sliding on snow. Therefore, please understand that there may be cases where it differs from the level at the time of application.
- To ensure the safety of the lesson, it may not be possible to board the lift.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- With the exception of reasons owing to slope conditions and/or the school’s incapacity to conduct lessons, we will charge a cancellation fee as follows:
- 3 or 4 days before : 30%
- 2 days before : 50%
- the day before～ ： 100%