Experience the captivating snowy landscapes of Hokkaido, Japan, through splitboarding. Japan is renowned for its pristine powder conditions, offering an unmatched adventure for snowboarding enthusiasts. Delve into splitboarding, a unique approach that lets you ascend mountains and glide on untouched trails with the flexibility of a specially designed board. As you conquer untracked peaks, prepare for an exhilarating downhill ride in the famous Japow.
What you'll get:
Master splitboarding techniques
Learn crucial snow safety skills
Discover the secrets of Niseko's backcountry
Small groups (max 5) for personalised instruction
Daily transport from your accommodation
Whether you're a splitboarding newbie or looking to refine your skills, this program is your ticket to backcountry freedom!
In this program, you will not only learn splitboarding techniques but also acquire essential snow safety skills to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Discover the well-kept secrets of Niseko's backcountry, all while receiving personalised instruction in small groups of up to 5 participants. Enjoy daily transportation from your accommodation to the backcountry sites, making your journey hassle-free and convenient.
Join us for a one-day workshop that introduces you to the world of splitboarding. This group session will provide you with essential skills, enabling you to experience the joy of splitboarding in the beautiful Japanese backcountry.
This workshop spans two days and starts with the essentials, developing upon them as we progress. The extended format gives us the opportunity to apply these new skills while exploring the local backcountry and finding our own unique routes and fresh lines.
Join us for a one-day workshop that introduces you to the world of splitboarding. This group session will provide you with essential skills, enabling you to experience the joy of splitboarding in the beautiful Japanese backcountry.
This workshop spans two days and starts with the essentials, developing upon them as we progress. The extended format gives us the opportunity to apply these new skills while exploring the local backcountry and finding our own unique routes and fresh lines.
This is the perfect entry level if you are splitboard curious. These are relaxed one day workshops where we get you out in the backcountry learning the basics of splitboarding. You can book these either for yourself and friends or join one of our group days.
These 2-day workshops start from where you are at. Normally most of the group has little to no prior experience so we spend one day just getting the basics down, learning how to move, ascend, descend and transition. Once we are comfortable then we are off, second day sees us go for a good tour where we can put everything into practice. Hopefully finding some un-touched lines here in the Hokkaido backcountry.
If you have already been splitboarding then we can accommodate you on one of our powder tours. These will still help with some instruction and guidance however we will do this whilst on the move. Get in touch and lets discuss what you would like to do and where you have been before.
Experience the captivating snowy landscapes of Hokkaido, Japan, through splitboarding. Japan is renowned for its pristine powder conditions, offering an unmatched adventure for snowboarding enthusiasts. Delve into splitboarding, a unique approach that lets you ascend mountains and glide on untouched trails with the flexibility of a specially designed board. As you conquer untracked peaks, prepare for an exhilarating downhill ride in the famous Japow.
This immersive 6-day program is designed to equip you with essential split boarding skills while enjoying the stunning landscapes of Niseko. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors, ensuring a safe and rewarding experience.
Techniques & Transitions:
Learn the fundamental techniques of split boarding, including how to transition smoothly between uphill and downhill riding.
Snow Safety:
Understand the principles of snow safety, including avalanche awareness and route assessment to ensure a safe backcountry experience.
Equipment Care:
Gain knowledge on how to maintain and care for your split boarding equipment, ensuring longevity and optimal performance.
Building Confidence:
The main focus here is to build trust in your skills you are learning. Knowing what you can do and where you limits are.
Mitigating Exposure:
Discover techniques to safely manage exposure to different snow hazards while navigating the backcountry.
Route Finding Skills:
Develop essential navigation skills, including map reading and GPS usage, to ensure you can find your way in the backcountry confidently.
What to Expect:
Expect a mix of structured learning, guided tours, and personal skill development in a supportive environment.
For these trips we pick you up and travel to where is best, searching out the best conditions on offer.
Whether you want to ride solo or have a group that want to explore together we can accommodate your needs.
You will need your own Avi equipment. This can be rented at the time of booking directly from us.
If you do not have your own then these will need to be rented from a local rental shop. We can provide options for this.