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To ensure you are booking the right gear, or are taking the appropriate lesson and activity, use the following information to determine your ability level.

Snowboard Ability Chart


LEVEL
MY CURRENT ABILITY
MY TERRAIN
Level 1 - BeginnerI would like to start from the beginning or I need help to stop.I'm on flat green terrain.
Level 2 - Learning to TurnI can confidently glide & change my direction on both edges.

I am comfortable on flat green terrain & use the beginner terrain accessed by lifts.

Level 3 - Refining TurnsI can link my turns on green terrain.
I am confidently turning on any green terrain.
Level 4 - IntermediateI can link turns on all red/ blue runs & learning to ride in a variety of conditions.I can ride all blue/red terrain & easy off-piste.
Level 5 - AdvancedI can ride in a variety of conditions, including black runs & off-piste terrain.
I ride challenging red and black runs, off-piste terrain.
Level 6 - ExpertI ride in a variety of snow conditions/terrain at speed. I like to challenge myself & am experienced in powder.
I can snowboard aggressively & in control in a variety of off piste conditions & at varying speed.

Ski Ability Chart


LEVEL
MY CURRENT ABILITY
MY TERRAIN
Level 1 - BeginnerI would like to start from the beginning. I cannot stop or glide.
I'm on flat green terrain.
Level 2 - Learning to Turn

I can confidently stop in a snow plough on flat slopes & can make single turns in a Snowplough.

I am comfortable on flat green terrain & may venture onto beginner terrain accessed by lifts.
Level 3 - Refining Turns
I can confidently link turns and control my speed
I am comfortable on green runs accessed by the lifts and ready to explore more challenging terrain 
Level 4 - IntermediateI can make parallel turns & a variety of turn sizes. 
I can ski most red/blue terrain and easy black terrain
Level 5 - Advanced

I am able to ski in control in a variety of conditions/terrain in parallel turns with a pole plant

I can ski in control in expert terrain, both on & off piste in a variety of conditions.

Level 6 - ExpertI ride in a variety of snow conditions/terrain at speed. I like to challenge myself & am experienced in powder.
I can ski aggressively & in control in a variety of off piste conditions & at varying speed.

Rental Gear Ability Chart


LEVELMY CURRENT ABILITYRECOMMENDED SKI GEARRECOMMENDED SNOWBOARD GEAR
Beginner
Level 1 - 4 
You have never skied / snowboarded before 
OR; You have skied / snowboarded before but you’re not yet confident
on a gentle green run using snowplough turns / edges in both directions.
You’re still working on linking turns and nailing chairlifts.
Premium allows you flexibility to access ski's for any conditions. When learning it's important to have the right ski's for your learning conditions to make progression as easy as possible.We recommend the standard gear option for beginners. Standard boards are designed to help you effortlessly change edges and will be best to support you in the early stages of snowboarding. 
Intermediate
Level 5 - 6		You are now confident on greens and blues, can confidently link turns (snowboard) / make parallel turns (ski).
You are in control    on a variety of terrain, and chairlifts are a breeze.
Premium allows you flexibility to access ski's for any conditions. You'll likely want to have the freedom to swap you gear as conditions change to give you maximum progression.Premium allows you flexibility to access boards for any conditions. You'll likely want to have the freedom to swap you gear as conditions change to give you maximum progression.

Advanced
Level 7+

You’re shredding. You understand your gear set-up. You’re confident on blacks runs, potentially in park.

Premium all the way. You'll likely want to have the freedom to swap you gear as conditions change to give you maximum progression.
Premium all the way. You'll likely want to have the freedom to swap you gear as conditions change to give you maximum progression.

FIND THE PERFECT EXPERIENCE

Niseko Premium Private Lessons

For All Levels 

Full Day Experience

Private Instructor 

Includes Off-Snow Activity 

Elevate your Niseko experience with our Premium Private – a bespoke day tailored to your goals, on and off the snow.
Niseko Private Lessons

For All Levels

Flexible Times

Private Instructor

Rhythm Rides offer private lessons for everyone. Whether it's your first time on snow, or you’re comfortable ripping blacks, our lessons are tailored to meet all ability levels and goals.
Kids only
Ski & Snowboard Camp (AGES 7-14)

For All Levels

Best Kids Experience 

Monday - Friday Program

Specially designed for children aged 7-14, Rhythm Rides Futures Camp offers full-day lessons from Monday to Friday with the same coaches and participants all week. 
Lift Access Backcountry

Level 4+

Head out of the gates & into the backcountry

Rhythm Rides offers lift-accessed backcountry guiding that will take you to remote backcountry terrain accessible via the resort. Our 6 hour tour is designed for intermediate and above riders. 
Niseko Resort Guiding

Level 4+

Explore Niseko's Best Resorts 

Are you an experienced rider who's new to Niseko? Rhythm Rides offers Resort Guiding, the best way to discover the mountain by taking the guesswork out of where to find the best snow!
Learn To Ride Experience

Perfect For Beginners

Fundamental Skill Development 

Up to 6ppl / Same Experience Level

The mountains are for everyone... get ready to make your first turns this winter with Rhythm! Perfect for beginners and those wanting to learn the fundamentals to unlock new terrain. 
JaPow Experience

Level 5+

Access Niseko's Best Powder

Up to 5ppl / Ages 14+

Experience the true Hokkaido and discover the bottomless powder that the region is famous for on expertly led tours by local guides. This is a lift-access-backcountry guiding experience. 
Backcountry Touring

Level 4+

Escape the crowds and experience epic powder

Whether it's your first experience touring or you feel at home in the backcountry, touring in Niseko will take you away from the crowds to limitless options of untracked terrain and epic views.
Progression Experience

Level 3+

Focus on Refining Skills 

Up to 6ppl / Ages 7+

Experience a week with a highly certified instructor and develop your riding beyond your own expectations. Perfect for working on new skills and levelling up your riding.
Ultimate Family Experience

For All Levels

Kids Program + Adults Experiences

Explore with the fam! For families looking for a convenient package offering the best on-mountain experience for kids and adults.

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