USA: Takao Maruyama: Specialty Camp
USA: Takao Maruyama: Specialty Camp
Experience true ski technique – Learn with the Best of the Elite
Join a very special 3 days of training hosted by Takao Maruyama.
At just 21 years old, Takao began competing in technical skiing competitions, going on to win five national titles and place second four times. He spent 18 years on Japan’s National Demonstration Team and is a three-time World Inter ski Demonstrator. With over 25 years of experience, Takao has continually pushed the boundaries of technical skiing and developed innovative training and coaching methods across all terrain.
Takao is part of a small, elite group of new-generation international trainers - This is a rare opportunity to train with one of the best. It’s an experience that will transform your skiing.
Through intensive training, you’ll deepen your understanding of skiing fundamentals, accelerate your performance and knowledge, and discover how to become a better learner.
Great Skiing, Made Easy.
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Price includes:
- Training only (lift tickets not included)
- Includes three full days of training
- Video analysis
Non-Refundable Deposit Terms
Non-Refundable Deposit Terms
Full payment is taken at checkout to secure your place; 6.5% of that amount is treated as a non-refundable deposit. If you cancel 60 days or more before departure, we refund the balance after deducting the 6.5% deposit and any bank or currency-conversion fees. Cancellations made 30–59 days out receive a 25% refund (we retain 75% plus fees), and cancellations within 14 days are non-refundable. Only one discount or promotional offer can be applied per booking unless we expressly state otherwise.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Not included
Pricing
Pricing
$1,499US
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Confidence ski in all terrain
- At the skill level of the outlined Specialist Camp
- Advance
- Elite
- Carve
- Short turns
- Moguls
- Powder
- Side country
Additional Information
Additional Information
Camp numbers:
- Takao's group: Maximum of 8 participants
- First Morning Meeting, Held in the Sugar Bowl lodge before your camp begins at 8:30am
- Three full days - Training from 9:00am – 3:00pm with a 1-hour break
- Please bring Shape Skis to the training.
- Please send a current video of your skiing, so we can advise you on the best Camp that best suits your ability.







Takao Maruyama
Instagram: takao.1121
Takao Maruyama is known for his achievements and contributions as both a competitive skier and a trainer. Born in Hakuba, Nagano, Japan, Takao has been involved in skiing from a young age, participating in alpine skiing races through his college years. His coaching style and techniques are highly valued within the skiing community. His company, The Court, along with Rookie Academy (TCRA) have partnered to run specialised camps, where he contributes to developing high-level skiing skills.
Live the experience of riding uncovered.
This intensive certifications, training, and camps will refine your skills, challenge your understanding of high-performance techniques, and move you closer to your goals either personally or in the snowsports industry. A must for anyone looking to take their abilities to the next level.

World-Class Training
Led by Rookie Academy’s expert trainers in small groups for personalised focus

Rookie Academy Philosophy
Open-minded, factual approach to skill development

Progressive Learning
Train with different coaches and focus on improving all-terrain skills

Increase Skills
Emphasis on adapting and evolving in diverse mountain conditions
