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Hakuba Norikura and Cortina Resorts offer you the perfect playground all on 1 lift pass.

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About Us

Frontier Snow School is an International Snow School based at Norikura Resort in Hakuba Valley. We teach in English, and many of our instructors have other language skills Chinese, Indonesian, and French.
German and Japanese. Our instructors are internationally qualified and experienced to help you
learn, improve, and gain knowledge safely on snow.

Why Choose Us

We Always Have the Greatest Adventures For You

We create unforgettable adventures filled with excitement, breathtaking views, and endless memories — ensuring every journey is your greatest experience yet.

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Professional instructors dedicated to guiding your skiing journey.

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Satisfied customers sharing positive experiences and memorable moments.

We Are Waiting For You

Join us for unforgettable experiences — our team is ready to welcome and guide you every step.

Our Lessons

Come learn with us on some of the best learning and training slopes in Hakuba Valley at Norikura Resort. For first-timers, you will gain confidence and master fundamental skills quickly on slopes that are not too crowded.

Private Lessons

Kids & Youth Group Lessons

Adult Group Lessons

Resort Guiding
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Our Testimonials

What Clients Say About Us

Discover the experiences of our satisfied clients who trust us for unforgettable skiing adventures, expert instruction, and world-class service at every step.

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Had two excellent sessions with Pepper and Martin was great at accommodating our last minute scheduling! Norikura was beautiful on the days we were there and we’d definitely be back next year to improve our skiing with Frontier again. Thank you!
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Jessie Mazur
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Great experience taking a half-day snowboard lesson with Patrick. The booking process was very easy with good communication even though I waited until the day before to book. He met me on time at the resort I wanted to ride. I’m a moderately advanced rider and wanted to build confidence on some steeper terrain and tree riding. Patrick gave me some great pointers and allowed me ample time to practice without overloading me with information. I felt confident riding steep trees and catching some air off drops by the end of the lesson. Great fun at a good price. Highly recommend.
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Jacquelin Huang
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Had two days of private lessons with Frontier. It was a great experience snowboarding for the first time with our instructor Patrick, who was super patient and accomodating (took great photos too!). Also had a smooth booking experience with Martin who was really helpful. Really fun time in Hakuba!!
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Jesse Cook
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Lily our instructor is a LEGEND, as a group of 6 first timers. She was so patient and helpful, by the end of the 3hr private session we were all on the green slops with confidence of the basics. Honestly recommend her to everyone, so much knowledge and experience.
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I can't recommend them enough! I feel so lucky to have found such an amazing instructor, Ilse. I'm one of those who have ski for a long time, but on and off over the years with a once a year ski trip. This means I can get my way around all the groomed slopes with good fun, but not always if terrain changes wildly or with style and good form. One lesson with Ilse had her immediately assess some areas to work on, breaking things down into different steps, helping me to understand more about skiing efficiently by letting my skis do the work. I was really keen to get some drills so I can keep practicing working on my form, and she absolutely exceeded my expectations with those. She was able to explain why for certain things and make things fit logically, and if I wasn't understanding something or able to do it, she would look for another way or approach for me to try and understand. She was kind and patient, able to tell me what I was doing well, but really shifted me on to a whole new path of being able to tackle my skiing with more confidence and show me more room to grow, exactly what I wanted. Martin was incredibly responsive via WhatsApp, understanding, flexible and helping me find lessons to fit in my time on the slopes. I immediately booked more lessons. By far the best instructor experience I've had in 30+ years of skiing. Waaay better than other intermediate ski instructors who have just told me to lean forward more.
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Ben跟我在frontier ski school 上了8天的snowboard 課程,老師們悉心指導,讓我們對滑雪有信心,非常值得推薦!
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david Bechemin
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My wife and kids took lessons with Stumi and Szilvi and they had a great time. They are very professional, very good with kids too. Highly recommend !
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Jaimie Tilbrook
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We had a great experience with the team at Frontier. Great communication from them while we were planning our trip including asking detailed questions about my daughter's experience to ensure they scheduled the right instructor to be available for her. The private lesson was excellent with the instructor endearing herself to my daughter right away. The group lesson was small and I was impressed at the level of advancement the instructor achieved with my daughter in a short amount of time. We were very happy with Frontier and I am sure you will be too.
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We had a fantastic time with the excellent instructors! The excellent instructors will take good care of you! So please come and join! You can really have fun in this amazing sport!
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Alison Jones
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Another 5 stars to Martin and his team for a fantastic skiing experience. Our daughter's skills and confidence improved thanks to the instruction, care, and kindness of the lovely coaches. We are truly grateful and will be back again next year!!
Our Team

Meet Our Expert Instructors

Learn from certified professionals passionate about skiing and snowboarding, dedicated to helping you master techniques safely while enjoying every moment on the slopes.

SKI Lessons​ training team

MARTIN SILITONGA

Founder of Frontier Hakuba, a passionate ski instructor who knows what it?s like to learn something new as an adult. My job is to get you to enjoy being on snow as if you were born in the mountains. We know what it takes to be great teachers. Level 2 Qualified NZSIA Instructor and Training […]

KRISTOPHER SILITONGA

The new generation of skiing and a passionate ski instructor. Kris learnt how to ski in Hakuba from 8 years of age and now calls Hakuba his home and backyard.

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Hidden Gem of the Valley

We are based in Norikura Resort which is just after Tsugaike and before Cortina. We have great, uncrowded teaching terrain for beginners to advanced skiers and boarders. Should you wish to ride at another resort in Hakuba Valley just let us know.

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Umitoyama Lodge

Strategically located in Echoland, it provides the perfect balance between a beautiful and quiet location, and close proximity to the snow resorts, restaurants and bars.

Get a 10% discount in your lessons when you stay at Umitoyama. Ask us.

Central Snowsports Equipment Hire

Great range of skis and snowboards for rent during your stay. ?Pre-order your skis or boards before arriving, pick up and drop off service from Umitoyama.

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Private Lessons

Lesson Type MorningAfternoonFull DayUnder 5yo
ActivitySki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & Snowboard
PriceYen 50,000 Peak
Yen 40,000 Normal
Yen 35,000 PromoYen 80,000Yen 20,000
SizeUpt to 4Upt to 4Upt to 4Upt to 4
Start Time9 am1 pm9 amFlexible
Hours3hrs3hrs6hrs1hrs
Ages5yo and over5yo and over5yo and over3-5 yrs
ResortNorikura,Cortina,Tsugaike, IwatakeNorikura,Cortina,Tsugaike, IwatakeNorikura,Cortina,Tsugaike, IwatakeNorikura,Cortina,Tsugaike, Iwatake
TransferUpon RequestExtra CostAllN / A
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Extra PersonsAdd Yen 10,000Add Yen 10,000Add Yen 10,000N / A
Tsugaike ResortAdd Yen 10,000Add Yen 10,000Add Yen 10,000N / A

Kids & Youth Group Lessons

Lesson Type First TimerBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
ActivitySki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & Snowboard
Start Time9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm
Duration2hrs2hrs2hrs2hrs
Group Size8888
ResortNorikuraNorikuraNorikuraNorikura
Meet atNo. 1 Family SlopeNo. 1 Family SlopeOffice SnowdropOffice Snowdrop
LevelPricePricePricePrice
1 LessonsYen 10,000Yen 10,000Yen 10,000Yen 10,000
2 LessonsYen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000
3 LessonsYenb 27,000Yenb 27,000Yenb 27,000Yenb 27,000
4 LessonsYen 36,000Yen 36,000Yen 36,000Yen 36,000
Full DayYen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000
Age TypeAgesAgesAgesAges
Kids5-12yo5-12yo5-12yo5-12yo
Youth13-18yio13-18yio13-18yio13-18yio

Adults GROUP LESSONS

Lesson Type First TimerBeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
ActivitySki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & SnowboardSki & Snowboard
Start Time9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm9.30am or 12.30pm
Duration2hrs2hrs2hrs2hrs
Group Size8888
ResortNorikuraNorikuraNorikuraNorikura
Meet atNo. 1 Family SlopeOffice SnowdropOffice SnowdropOffice Snowdrop
LevelPricePricePricePrice
1 LessonsYen 10,000Yen 10,000Yen 10,000Yen 10,000
2 LessonsYen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000
3 LessonsYenb 27,000Yenb 27,000Yenb 27,000Yenb 27,000
4 LessonsYen 36,000Yen 36,000Yen 36,000Yen 36,000
Full DayYen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000Yen 18,000
Age TypeAgesAgesAgesAges
Adults18yo plus18yo plus18yo plus18yo plus

Resort Guiding

ActivitySki & Snowboard
SkillIntermediate Plus
PriceYen 10,000
Per Person
SizeUp to 4
Start TimeBased on Availability
Hours2 hrs
Ages18yo over
ResortNorikura

This is not a lesson, it is to explore the terrain of Norikura and Cortina Resorts inbound areas.