Individual Registration Couple Registration
Tuition
| First Time Attendees | Alumni |
|---|---|
| $249 Individual | $229 Individual |
| $469 Couple | $429 Couple |
We are honored to visit the Centennial State in October, just ahead of the holiday season. We invite you to experience a different and unexpected point of view for holiday education, geared for ALL Christmas performers. We welcome Mrs. Claus, Santas, Elves, and all Christmas characters and supporters to enjoy the charm and become a part of the SNHU family – Colorado style! Read on to learn more.
Airport Information
We have local members who have offered to pick up attendees from the Colorado and Denver airports. If you need transportation, please send an email to Mac McPherson or Kam Breitenbach.
Colorado Springs Airport
7770 Milton E. Proby Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO
Denver International Airport
8500 Pena Blvd.
Denver, CO 80249
Hotel Information
Homewood Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs North
9130 Explorer Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
719-265-6600
ROOM RATE: $125++
GROUP CODE: CHWSNH
RESERVATION LINK: Make your reservation online
Book directly with the hotel by September 28 to guarantee the group rate of $125++. If you need an ADA room, please call the number above and mention Santa Nana’s Holiday University for the discounted rate. Save costs with a roommate. All rooms are suites, either King or two Doubles, with a separate bedroom area and kitchenette.
Hotel Amenities
- Free Breakfast included
- Complimentary WiFi and Internet
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Pet Friendly ($50 non-refundable deposit)
Charitable Project: Rocky Mountain Convoy of Toys
We are honored to support the Rocky Mountain Convoy of Toys. Bring a new, unwrapped toy or a gift card for families. We’ll have more information shortly about this amazing charity.
Swap or Sell
Bring your gently used Claus items and either swap with another Claus, or sell. This is not intended for vendors, but for attendees to recycle personal accessories/clothing. Santa Nana’s receives no benefits from this, and whether you swap or sell is entirely between you and the other person. It’s a fun way to refresh your accessories ahead of the season.
Sessions
We have a mix of Santa Nana’s original, plus new information to share. We’ll cover these topics and more, with breakout sessions to practice and share your experience and insights.
- History of the Ladies in Christmas (plus Santa and Elves)
- Character on the Inside (developing your inner Claus)
- Character on the Outside (defining your outer Claus)
- Marketing
- Taking Care of Yourself
- The Complete Claus Experience
- Exceeding Customer Expectations
- Working in the Christmas Community
- Event Design
- More!
Schedule (subject to change as we finalize)
Thursday – October 12, 2023
- 4:00 pm ==> Jingle and Mingle
- Casual welcome reception with light snacks. Many of you are choosing to bring along some snacks to share throughout the weekend. Thank you for that! We’ll also have goody bags for everyone and if you’d like to add something to them, bring them along. We’ll keep you posted on how many are coming so you can plan accordingly.
- We’ll start the Swap or Sell Thursday evening.
Friday – October 13, 2023
- Complimentary breakfast for those staying at the hotel
- 8:30 – 5:00 – Class (lunch provided)
- 7:00 – Group Dinner (separate checks at a local restaurant)
- 8:30 ==> Evening of Fun in the Conference Room and Swap or Sell continues
Saturday – October 14, 2023
- Complimentary breakfast for those staying at the hotel
- 8:30 – 4:00 – Class (lunch provided)
- 4:00 ==> Claus Oaths, Graduation, Class Photo, and Reception, with alumni invited to attend
- Dinner on your own (or stay on and help finish any leftovers)
- Evening of Fun in the Conference Room and Swap or Sell ends at 6:00 pm
Santa Nana’s Holiday University – a different and unexpected point of view for holiday education
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