SEASONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

As Niseko’s only seasonal program for young shredders, we offer locals and seasonal residents 12-weeks of on-snow learning with the same instructor and group participants. Offering a specialised and focused approach to learning in a comfortable and supportive environment.

1 /
Kids Futures Program

This experience isn’t available right now, but good things are worth the wait. Join the list and we’ll let you know as soon as spots open.

BOOK NOW

What's included

All abilities and ages 6-14

Experienced, qualified, and passionate coaches!

Consistent teams to build bonds with coaches and friends

K2 sponsorship, providing new gear for all sign-ups

Parents stay connected with app updates and reports on their child's progression

The program is 12 weeks long and includes seasonal events that encourage teamwork, community, and friendly competition

On-Mountain Lunch Included

What's not included

Lift passes

Helmets (mandatory)

FUTURES 12 WEEK PROGRAM DATES WINTER 2025/2026

The program runs every Saturday morning from 9am - 3pm.

First Saturday
Last Saturday
10/01/202628/02/2026

Where we'll meet

We meet you on snow at Grand Hirafu's Dot Base meeting point. Look out for the Rhythm Rides team located near the gondola right at the bottom of the slope! 

Directions

Frequently asked questions

We’re thrilled to announce that kids joining our Mini-Futures and Futures program will have access to a set of brand new K2 gear from the start of the resort operation till April 6th. 

* If availability is limited we might provide other brands’ gear. 

What’s included? 

A pair of skis with bindings, poles and boots or a snowboard set with bindings and boots. 

When can I collect the gear? 

Gear will be available to collect from Rhythm Hirafu on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd of December during regular store operating hours.

Our Futures programs are primarily conducted in English, If your child requires instruction in Japanese, please inform our Guest Services team at the time of booking so we can do our best to allocate a bilingual instructor.

Meeting time is 8:45 am
Start time is 9:00 am
Finish time is 3:00pm


No. Rhythm Rides does not offer a waiting list. You can head online to find a different available date or contact our Rides Guest Services.

We will form groups firstly around those who have a similar ability level and goals & then secondly around appropriate age groups. To do so we pay special attention during the sign-ups and then we do a safety lap every Monday.

Our coaches are serious about progressing our Futures Athletes. During the season we will conduct regular skills assessments at the start, middle & end of the program to track our athletes’ progress in a number of snowsports skills. This will provide a foundation for planning our sessions, working towards goals & also tracking our athlete’s progress over the course of their time in the Futures program. We will provide these reports to all parents at the end of the season.

Mini Futures will be provided with a progression booklet to be completed across the season and track their progress and next goals.


At the start of the program, we will group all athletes together into training groups according to age, interests, and ability level. Each group will then have a dedicated coach for the season program., the five days of the kid’s week or, the 6 weeks of the progression camp.


Registration will be open until December 06th, with program placements confirmed by December 20th.  Programs require a minimum of 4 athletes per group/level in order to operate.
Waitlist positions for the program will be confirmed from December 22th.
Registration will be open from May 1st; registrations will be reviewed and approved within 48 hours. Where program spots are full a waitlist will be accepted with final spots being confirmed Dec 1.

No, the program runs for 12 consecutive weekends without brakes starting on the first weekend of January.
View all FAQs
Can't find the answer you're looking for?
Visit help center
CONTACT OUR FRIENDLY TEAM
Get in touch

EXCLUSIONS & CANCELLATION POLICY

Lift passes are excluded. 

Our program is offered at a fixed price for the entire season regardless of how many days you can attend during the season.  We are unable to offer pro-rata refunds or rescheduled lessons due to missed training days.

  • We will offer a refund or reschedule only for the following reasons:
  • The training session has been cancelled by Rhythm Futures.
  • There is a season-ending injury – a valid medical certificate is required.

Insurance is not included
View all Terms & Conditions

 Staying for the full winter season, I signed my 3 year old up for the mini Futures 12-week program with Rhythm rides. Apart from it being super value for money, they also have a great program... I'm  amazed at how quickly they are able to teach such young kids how to ski!


Mels13691, Trip Advisor

"Just do it!!! This experience was worth every penny!"

Robert P, Trip Advisor

Coach guided them to all the fun and challenging runs, guided them to cross mountains and taught them many tricks and flips. It was amazing to see their progression throughout the week. Thank you !"

Roger Vincci Yung, Google Reviews
1 / 3
Kids Futures Program

This experience isn’t available right now, but good things are worth the wait. Join the list and we’ll let you know as soon as spots open.

BOOK NOW