Beginner progression camp in Yuzawa
Highlights
#CoreMemories
What you'll achieve
Techniques & skills you'll unlock
Control speed at a basic level and stop safely
Manage riding speed confidently and perform safe, controlled stops when needed.
Understand basic edging and weight transfer
Learn how edge pressure and body weight affect movement and turning control.
Link Turns Smoothly
Connect turns continuously without stopping, panicking, or losing rhythm midway through your ride.
Control Speed Through Turning
Learn how to naturally manage speed using cleaner turns instead of sudden braking.
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Why we love this experience
Everything Included, Zero Stress
No need to figure out equipment or logistics. Your beginner package includes all the essentials so you can focus fully on progressing and having fun.
Progression-Focused Learning
Designed for complete beginners, this camp takes you from zero to confidently riding down the slopes independently.
Small Group Coaching
All on-snow sessions are kept intimate with a maximum instructor ratio of 1:5, giving you personalised feedback and faster progression.
Based at Ishiuchi Maruyama, one of Japan's most beginner-friendly ski resorts, you'll spend your days learning on wide, gentle slopes that are perfect for building confidence. One of the highlights of Ishiuchi Maruyama is its excellent night skiing terrain, allowing you to maximise your time on the slopes and continue practising what you've learned during the day. With easy access from Tokyo and a modern ski village atmosphere, it's the ideal destination for your first ski adventure.
Our Beginner Progression Camp is designed to take you from complete beginner to confidently skiing down beginner slopes independently. Through a structured progression programme, you'll learn the fundamentals of skiing in a supportive environment alongside a small group of fellow beginners.
All guided on-snow sessions are kept intimate to ensure you receive plenty of personalised attention and feedback. Beyond the lessons, your hosts will be there to help you navigate the mountain, answer questions, and support you throughout your skiing journey.
View full itineraryWhat's included
Welcome dinner and simple daily breakfast to fuel up for the day ahead!Welcome dinner and simple daily breakfast t..
All your essential ski rentals are included. (Helmet, ski / snowboard, boots, poles) No..All your essential ski rentals are included..
Daily private mini van transportation to & fro the resort.Daily private mini van transportation to & ..
Shared or private room in a cozy apartment / ryokan booked out by our team.Shared or private room in a cozy apartment ..
All your ski tickets are included! (3 full day of ski lift tickets + 1 night ski lift ti..All your ski tickets are included! (3 full ..
You will receive a full day of instructions daily & a guided night ski session on day 3 ..You will receive a full day of instructions..
Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers just like you. They share the experience aut..Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers..
Flights not included. By joining you will receive our recommended routes.Flights not included. By joining you will r..
Itinerary
Accommodation highlights
Ski-in ski-out
Additional Information
Arrival information
Meet our host at Echigo-Yuzawa train station anytime between 3pm and 5pm.
Pick up
3pm
Echigo-Yuzawa Train Station
20 minutes
Arrive and check in
320pm
Accommodation
Departure information
Our host will send you back to Echigo-Yuzawa train station in the morning.
Depart
9am
Accommodation
20 minutes
Drop off
920am
Echigo-Yuzawa Train Station
About the weather
Really warm when in the onsen, skiing and eating ramen. Otherwise it's cold!
How does accommodation & rooming work?
By default, solo travelers are matched with same-gender roommates. If you're traveling with friends, you can choose to room together. Private rooms are sometimes available at an additional fee at checkout.
Trip confirmation & minimum participants
Most trips require a minimum of 4 and cap at 20 participants. Booking early helps the trip reach confirmation faster — and you'll enjoy our early bird discount.
Is flight included?
Flights are not included, giving you flexibility to book your own. We recommend booking after your trip is confirmed. Once you've booked, we'll send you a detailed trip pamphlet with recommended flight options and more details about your trip.
Cancellation & refund policy
Cancel before the deadline shown at checkout and receive a full refund in credits. If we cancel the trip due to insufficient participants, you'll receive a full cash refund.
Physical level
This trip is designed for travelers with a moderate level of physical fitness who are comfortable with full-day outdoor activities in cold weather conditions.
What riding level should I be at to best enjoy this trip?
This progression experience was designed for complete beginners. If you already have some experience on a beginner slope, you can sign up for the improver camp.
Do I need to book my own train tickets to & fro Echigo-Yuzawa Station?
Yes. To give our travellers more flexibility, the cost of the train tickets are not included in our package. More information on how to book the train tickets will be provided in our app.
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Just show up and enjoy yourself
Our team has done the heavy lifting on our end so all you have to do is show up for your adventure!
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