Japan All Mountain Skills w Demelza Clay

Who Is This For:

Ability level (Adv. Intermediate - Advanced)

This is an advanced all mountain camp for skiers who want to maximise their enjoyment by improving their technique in different terrain types all over the mountain.

An example of the ability for this camp; skiers who can already carve turns on an easy blue run, make short turns on a steep blue run and ski in the fall line in easy moguls.

Camp Outcomes:

Level up your all mountain skiing in the beautiful Nekoma resort, a hidden gem that is off the beaten path. Empty lift lines, no crowds and plenty of that famous Japanese POW.

You will learn essential keys to help you unlock some of your best turns yet so you can enjoy skiing even more than you already do! Underpinned by BPS technical insight; you will progress your carved medium/long turns, short turns, powder, moguls and off-piste skills. 

You will learn and do:

• Ski boot setup health check (optional)

• Advanced carving techniques

• Retraction-Extension mechanics to master advanced terrain

• Steep skiing and powder skiing tactics.

• Better short turns in all terrain

• Coaching around adapting to terrain, flow and building confidence.

• Ski faster but in control.

• Powder skiing when we get it!

This is a co-ed camp! If you are looking for female specific training, Demelza's coaching style always accommodates for women's specific physical and psychological needs.

Terrain: 

We will be learning to ski varied terrain at moderate to higher speeds, so solid baseline skills and relative confidence across the mountain is necessary to participate, as well as a willingness to be adventurous and challenge yourself in new terrain types. You don't have to be a style master, but you need to be ready to push yourself in a safe and supportive environment.

Physical: In good shape to make the most of 5 days of skiing all day.

What’s Included

• 5 days of on-snow coaching with Demelza Clay

  
  

  • 4 days of technique focused coaching.

  • 1 day of guided technical freeskiing practice. This day will be scheduled in accordance with the POW forecast so we can make the most of that special powder day. Specific tasks will be assigned to practice groups, who at times will be self directed, and coaching will be adjusted to concentrate on terrain, tactics & flow

• Evening video analysis sessions and movement discussions

• Optional boot setup checks, technical Q&As, and personalised feedback

• Evenings are a valuable part of the experience — reviewing the day’s footage, relaxing with the group, and digging deeper into technical and tactical insights.

What's NOT included:

• On-snow accommodation at the base of Nekoma Resort has already been booked and arranged for all participants.

• The stay includes 6 nights with breakfast and dinner provided.

• Facilities include onsen access, massage services, a bar, indoor pool, and ski tuning room.

• Rooms are a mix of singles and doubles, suitable for solo travellers or those bringing a partner.

• Cost: Approx. $760 USD per person, which will be invoiced separately (great value for ski-in/ski-out accommodation in Japan).

• Please just let us know if you’re bringing a partner so we can assign the appropriate room type.

• Travel and lift passes are not included.

Schedule:

• We highly recommend arriving a few days before to get warmed up - and scheduling your departure at least a few days after the camp dates to allow for weather, snow conditions... and so you can soak up the atmosphere in this traditional valley.

Travel Info – Getting to Nekoma

From Tokyo Station, take a fast train (Shinkansen) to Koriyama, then connect via local train or bus to Aizu, followed by a short taxi or shuttle to Nekoma.

It typically takes around half a day. Tom has often travelled from Tokyo in the morning and been skiing by the afternoon.

Coaching Team & Atmosphere

Demelza's close friend and fellow Ski Coach Collective member Tom Gellie will also be coaching a separate group at Nekoma during the same week.

Together, the coaches create a welcoming, inspiring atmosphere where great skiing and great conversations go hand in hand.

This is a chance to experience a quiet, authentic Japanese ski resort, far from the usual tourist spots — with top-tier coaching, powdery snow, and a warm, community vibe.

Pricing For The On Snow Coaching Program

• Coaching: $2,600 USD for the 5 day program

How to Apply

If you haven’t skied with Demelza before, please include a short video of your skiing with your application.

This helps ensure the group is well matched for level and energy.

https://www.nekoma.co.jp/