Togari Ski School
Did you ski once a few years ago? Or do you want to take your skiing to the next level? Our Pros will assess the abilities of your group and create a lesson plan tailored to you with unique skills and exercises, with plenty of individual attention. You'll be learning new techniques, cruising past lift lines, finding the mountain hot spots, and meeting some new buddies along the way.
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General Information on Togari Ski School+
Togari Ski and Snowboard School is officially recognized by the Ski Association of Japan (SAJ) and offers private ski lessons in English by native speakers. Please specify the number of participants, age, skill level (First Time, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced). Instructors are limited so we recommend making a booking well in advance.
Lesson Benefits
- Gain the confidence to tackle more adventurous terrain
- Improve on your fundamentals and move on to learning new skills and techniques
- Learn comfortably at a relaxed pace with lessons to suit your level.
Activities
What to know before you go
You can change your reservation by calling (+81) 080-6937-7662
Lessons are rarely cancelled because of weather; if the lifts are running, we're good to go!
- On the day of your lesson Come ready to put some fun in those fundamentals
- If you have not already picked up your rentals, please allow 30 minutes prior to reservation for adults and 1 hour for children.
- Bring all your equipment - we'll show you how it all goes together
- If you are a true beginner, or it's been a while, let us assess you before you buy a lift pass.
Prepping for your lesson
- Get a good night’s sleep
- Drink lots of water
- Eat a healthy breakfast
- Don't forget the sunscreen
- Dress warm and in layers
- Be sure to wear protective eye wear
- It's always a good idea to stretch
Contact Information and Availability+
Please contact one of the following to make your reservation
- Phone: 080-6937-7662 (ask for Sam)
- Email: skischool@togari-nozawa.com
- Fax: 03-3538-6625
Rates+
English Private Lesson Rates in Japanese Yen ￥ (Price for up to 4 participants)
- Morning half-day (3hr) 9:00-12:00 ¥27000
- Afternoon Half-day (3hr) 13:30-16:30 ¥27000
- All-day (6hr) 9:00-16:30 (with 90min lunch break) ¥44000
Locations+
Togari Onsen Ski Resort
Togari Onsen is a village on the outskirts of Iiyama City in Nagano Prefecture, one of the heaviest snowfall areas in Japan, and possibly, the world! It is a small, peaceful place with close to nature, with hot springs, and many traditional temples and shrines. It is not as crowded as Hakuba or Nozawa Onsen, and more convenient than places like Madarao or Myoko, but within easy reach of all of those places, making it the perfect base for winter sports.
What is included with with ski lessons/ski school+
Lift tickets are NOT included. So If you are a true beginner, or it’s been a while, let us assess you before you buy a lift pass. Otherwise, you may go ahead and purchase a ticket before the lesson begins.
These rates are for the lesson, not per person. Up to four participants are included in the rate, but invoices cannot be split between participants. If you have over 4 participants needing lessons, two instructors will be needed (subject to availability).
The minimum age for lessons is 4 years old for skiing and 6 years old for snowboarding.
· All lesson participants must either be skiing or snowboarding. There is no mixing of disciplines.
· The lesson may be split between the participants, for example 90 minutes with two beginner children and 90 minutes with two upper-intermediate teens.
Payment in full by credit card or Japanese domestic bank transfer is required to complete a reservation.
Instructors do not join participants for lunch breaks. Instructors may choose to join the participants for lunch if invited and lunch is paid for by the participants and an adult is present.
What Level ski lesson should I take? What level am I?+
We can arrange lessons just for you. Let’s talk first and figure out your level together. We find lessons go more smoothly and you have more fun when skiing with friends who are about the same level as you. If the members of your group have some true beginners as well as, say, an intermediate level skier, we recommend splitting the time into two. Get in touch to discuss your options.
Is ski rental equipment included with lesson?+
Lesson rates do not include rental nor does Togari Ski School operate equipment rental.
All participants are required to wear a helmet. Please don’t forget to bring one.