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Terms & Conditions
Last updated: July 2026 · Operated by COS Sports 合同会社
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Our Service
FUYU SKI School is owned and operated by COS Sports 合同会社, providing private ski and snowboard lessons in Niseko, Rusutsu and Kiroro, Hokkaido.
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Booking & Payment
- ·A 20% deposit is required to confirm your booking. The remaining balance is due one month before your lesson date.
- ·The person who makes the booking is responsible for passing on lesson arrangements, meeting details, and this cancellation policy to everyone in their group.
- ·Making a payment constitutes acceptance of these terms.
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Lesson Rules
- ·Ski and snowboard lessons must be booked separately (each discipline requires its own coach).
- ·A full-day lesson is 6 hours including a 1-hour lunch break, with a choice of start times between 8:30–10:00.
- ·Children under 7 are taught one-on-one — please let us know when booking.
- ·Private lessons are limited to 5 guests, all of the same discipline and similar ability level.
- ·Lift passes, transport, and equipment rental are not included.
- ·Please arrive at least 5 minutes before your lesson start time, fully equipped (helmet, goggles, gloves, neck warmer, face covering).
- ·Lessons cannot start from Niseko Village; lessons at Hanazono must follow that resort's rules.
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Safety & Liability
- ·Guests must carry valid travel insurance covering accidents and medical costs during skiing/snowboarding.
- ·FUYU is not liable for personal injury, loss of property, or equipment damage during lessons.
- ·If a guest's behaviour endangers themselves or others, the coach may end the lesson early; no refund or make-up lesson will be given in this case.
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Photography
- ·Lessons may be photographed or filmed for teaching records and FUYU's own marketing.
- ·If you'd prefer not to be filmed, please let our team know before your lesson.
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Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellations must be submitted by email and are effective once confirmed by FUYU.
| Cancellation (before lesson date) | Refund |
|---|---|
| 21+ days | 95% |
| 15–20 days | 30% |
| Within 14 days | No refund |
- ·Illness/injury cancellations: submit within 48 hours before the lesson with valid medical documentation for a 50% refund.
- ·Weather cancellations: light snowfall or reduced visibility does not qualify for a refund; strong wind (45km/h+) or partial lift closures — our team will help you reschedule; if Niseko United announces a full mountain closure, you may request a full refund or postponement.
- ·Refunds are processed within 14 business days, returned via the original payment method, minus actual payment processing fees.
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Rescheduling & Changes
- ·If you need to change your date, time, or discipline, FUYU will do its best to accommodate based on coach availability, but this cannot always be guaranteed.
- ·If no alternative can be arranged and you choose to cancel, our standard cancellation policy applies.
- ·Changes may incur an administrative fee, assessed case by case.
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Governing Law
These terms are governed by and interpreted under the laws of Japan.
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