Meet our passionate instructors

My name is Alice, I love being in the mountains year-round but I definitely have a preference for winter! For me, skiing is a real passion and I’m glad to be able to pass it on further to others when giving lessons! I’m originally from France and have worked in mainly in Europe but have already done one season in Japan and am very happy to be back! Looking forward to meeting you all out on the slopes!

Hi, my name is Eliza and I am from Scotland! I have been skiing for as long as I can remember and yet I love it more every year. I taught for a season in Verbier Switzerland, where I found the greatest gift was sharing my love of skiing with other people. Therefore, I am so excited to come over to Japan and continue to do what I love most whilst meeting new people. I am happy to help in any way I can - one thing about me, I am always laughing :)

I’m a dual qualified snow sports instructor hailing from Australia and have over 6 years’ experience in teaching all over the world. I obtained my Level 3 snowboarding certification through SBINZ and my Level 1 ski certification through CSIA. My passion is snow sports and together with your desire to experience the amazing world of snow in one of the most beautiful places on earth, I can guarantee that I will build you a personalised lesson that can be anywhere from a highly technical run to just having a wonderful day on the snow.

My name is Matt, I’m a multidisciplinary instructor from the UK that is absolutely obsessed with skiing and snowboarding! While I can sometimes be found in sunny climes teaching waterskiing, wakeboarding and yoga, sharing my love for the mountains and the fun to be had sliding down them is my first true love. With winters spent in the Alps, Canadian Rockies and Scotland I’m super excited to spend this winter discovering all Niseko has to offer. Whether it’s on one plank or two I can’t wait to show you around the slopes!

Hi, My name is Max and I’m from the UK. I first started skiing whilst at University and haven’t been able to stop since, going on to do seasons in Italy, Canada, and now Japan. I’m super excited to share my passion for skiing with you, hopefully teaching you a few things on the way!

My name is Becca and I grew up skiing in Ontario, Canada. After spending two years instructing in New Zealand, I heard about the legendary Niseko snow and knew that I needed to spend a season in the powder. My favourite part of instructing is getting to know skiers from around the world, while out on the snow. Can’t wait to meet you!

Hey, I'm Tom! Coming all the way from Argentina, I grew up skiing in the Patagonian Andes. It's been over 3 years since I first came to Japan and decided to stay. I found myself in love with Hokkaido's amazing powder snow, mind-blowing spots and great people ever since. I love to share my experience in the beautiful world of skiing. But also this passion for the mountains and everything we can enjoy while learning from them. So come join me to experience what Niseko has to offer!

Hi, I am an SIA Level 4 ski instructor and I have been teaching skiing for 11 years. This is my second season at Elevate Snow Sports and I love skiing with kids. I love eating delicious food with friends and family, I am a mother to a 15 & a 13-year-old boy. I enjoy reading and playing sports in my spare time. I studied coaching, exercise and sports science, first aid and accounting. When I am not skiing, I own and run an organic farm with my husband. My dream is to run a life school and make a community of like-minded people here in Hokkaido.