All Pro Powder Instructors are Internationally Certified and Licensed by the following Ski & Snowboard Instructor Associations: CSIA, JSBA, BASI, NZSIA, APSI.
Trevor Dobson Founder – Level 3 CSIA, Level 2 CSCF
After many a season instructing and coaching in Canada, Trevor decided to make the move to Nagano, Japan working at the Yamamoto Sachiko ski school. In the 2004/2005 season Trevor relocated to Niseko, where he has been working as a specialist powder instructor ever since! Trevor is also continuing his University studies in Calgary, Canada but returns to Niseko each Christmas and New Years.
“I hope everyone can enjoy Niseko powder as much as I do. Enjoy the powder!” — Trevor
Laurie Gilfoy – Ski Instructor Level 4 BASI (ISTD)
I have taught skiing and coached racers for the last 8 years. In my career I have worked in Austria, Italy, France, Australia and Switzerland. For the last 5 years I have lived and worked in the prestigious resort of Zermatt, Switzerland but skiing in Japan has been a dream of mine and now I am here!
My passion is everything skiing and I love all conditions from groomed piste, to moguls to fluffy powder off piste. My goal is to pass on to my clients the excitement and fun that Niseko has to offer.
“I get real pleasure when I see my clients improve and their smiles get bigger.” – Laurie
Mie “Jenny” Sakata – Snowboard Instructor JSBA
Jenny has experienced the best ski areas in Japan and ended up moving to Niseko because it’s the top resort around!
Jenny is crazy about snowboarding and LOVES to teach others to do it. Her dedication to the sport and love of the mountain is contagious and will make for an exciting day on the slopes. Her ski travels have taken her worldwide, but she always returns to her first love – Niseko powder snow!
“Come snowboard with me!” — Jenny
Andy Meadows – Ski Instructor Alpine & Telemark ISIA
For three years I lived and worked in Zermatt as a ski instructor. I also started telemarking and it quickly became a big part of my life. I telemarked for the Zermatt Team in the Boss des Bosses mogul competition in Chamonix where we won as well as the Trifti Bump Bash in Zermatt. I live for skiing powder lines, bumps and park and am always trying to push the boundaries of everyone’s skiing including my own skiing.
I have been instructing outdoor sports for 5 years, including climbing, canoeing, mountain biking, skiing and telemarking. I have really enjoyed this as not only has it taken me all around Europe but now I also have 3 years experience in Japan!
“Bring on the snow!” — Andy
Marta Janiszewska – Ski & SB Instructor Level 2 CSIA
I have been teaching for 6 years. My ski skills have taken me across the globe to Australia, Europe and now Japan as an elite level instructor. In Canada, I taught the Instructors In Training program for young hopefuls learning to one day become instructors. Now I’m in Japan, learning and teaching in the infinite powder that Niseko has to offer!
With a safe and fun environment, I will focus my clients on personal improvement as well as teaching you a few tips and tricks to keep skiing fun. I’ll take you all over the mountain, tailoring to your specific needs and expectations.
“You’ll leave stronger and exhilarated at the end of your lessons.” Marta
Rory Squair – Ski Instructor Level 2 BASI
Over the last seven years I have gained experience teaching clients of all ages and abilities in Italy and Austria, as well as on my home mountains in Scotland. I am a passionate and enthusiastic instructor, and relish the opportunity to share my experience with others to help my clients develop their confidence and ability on skis. While I enjoy all aspects of skiing, it was the opportunity to ski and teach in the lightest, deepest powder on Earth that brought me to Niseko.
“I am sure you’ll enjoy the Niseko powder as much as I do.” – Rory
Samantha Holman – Ski & SB Instructor Level 2 CSIA
I have loved all snow related activities from a very young age! I attained my ski and snowboard certifications after 2 years in the Rocky Mountains at Banff, Canada. That was 5 years ago and I haven’t stopped teaching, skiing and progressing since then.
For the past 2 years I have organized and run many progressive camps for young skiers at the largest indoor snow dome in the UK. I’m here for the powder and it’s amazing!
“Japan is awesome and I want everyone to experience it with me.” – Samantha
Andrew Linduschka – Snowboard Instructor Level 2 BASI
I have ridden some of the best mountains in Italy, France, Austria, Scotland, Switzerland and the USA but nothing comes close to Niseko in terms of big powder! This season my goal is to match up my own riding to the incredible terrain as well as helping Pro Powder’s clients to do the same. I have coached snowboarding for all levels from complete beginners to GB Junior Team members. The highest level within BASI freestyle coaching makes for really good times doing jibs, a trip to the park or riding the incredibility deep pow.
“I’m ready to show you the whole mountain.” – Andrew
Fumiaki Sakai – Ski Instructor JSIA
Originally from Sapporo, Hokkaido Fumi started ski instructing when he was 18 years old in Hakuba, Nagano. Fumi went to the United States to travel and worked as a ski instructor at Lake Tahoe. Fumi stayed in the USA for 15 years where he continued to work as a sports therapist. Fumi finally returned to Japan and now works for Pro Powder and also operates Otaki Outdoor Adventures where Fumi does snowshoe tours in the winter and rafting and trekking tours in the summer for both Japanese and foreign customers.
“Niseko’s powder snow is truly amazing. I hope all skiers and snowboarders can have the chance to experience Hokkaido’s treasure.” — Fumi
