Columbus, Ohio – March 25 & 26

Executive Suites
(Formerly Best Western
1899 Winderly Lane
PICKERINGTON, OH 43147
(614) 860-9804
In coordination with
The OHIO Santas
and The Buckeye Santas

It has been over three years since I last presented School4Santas in Ohio and in particular, Columbus.  So, this will feel a bit like a homecoming.  A lot has happened in those three years, and this has also resulted in some changes in our industry. 

One of my firm beliefs is that Santas need to start early in the year if they want to make the best of the training they are receiving. So, getting your training done by summers-end allows you the time necessary to apply what you have learned.

As with all of our schools, this is for all Santas, Mrs. Claus and those interested in the Santa industry. Whether you are real-bearded or theatrically bearded; professional or just a volunteer, this school has something for everyone.

20TH ANNIVERSARY – To celebrate 20 years of presenting my schools in cities across the United States, I am revising and updating the agenda.   With so many changes in our industry during the past decade, I feel it is important for the school to keep up with the times.

The 20th Anniversary course book, “Behind the Red Suit, The Business of Santa,” has some new sections and is included with all new registrations.   Alumni may also order a copy of the 20th Anniversary course book at a discount. 

REGISTRATION COSTS – Registration for the two-day standard school is just $319, $479 for a couple. This includes 16 hours of training, the 275+ page course book and your personalized diploma, or two diplomas for a couple. Travel, meals and lodging are not included.

Alumni Rates are just $249 per person, and $349 per couple and include the full course and diplomas, no course book.

MAKING THE MOMENT – For 2022, I am returning to hosting just a two-day school.  For those wanting the third day of training, “Making the Moment,” I am offering the 6-hour home study course for just $99 when ordered with to the regular school registration.  This is a $20 savings over the normal price. 

This will include a thumb-drive with the full 6-hours of my advanced training, “Making the Moment,” with concentration and practical application on photography, posing, special events, and advice, techniques and almost 200 photos and diagrams for the Professional Santa and Mrs. Claus.  Special certificates acknowledging advanced study, are included.

LODGING – A block of rooms has been reserved at Execuitive Suites (Formerly the Best Western), 1899 Winderly Lane, Pickerington, OH 43147.   The rate per night is $95 for a single or double occupancy. This includes Free WiFi, Free Parking, Indoor Pool and Complementary daily breakfast.  The deadline to reserve a room is March 6, so call today, (614) 860-9804.

SCHEDULE – The daily school schedule is from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. For the full agenda click here.  Prior to attending the school all students are invited to watch “The History of Santa Claus,” a special video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/UaTsHXJFtSs

WEEKEND START-OFF – To start the weekend off, the OHIO Santas will be hosting a meet and greet on Friday evening at The Rusty Bucket, 73 N. Hamilton Rd. in Gahanna, Ohio, 43230. The meet and greet will begin at 7 pm and will be separate checks.

SANTA CLAUS OATH – At the close of our first day of class, around 4:30 pm on Saturday, I will host a presentation of the Santa Claus Oath. All Santas and Mrs. Claus from the region are most welcome to join the class in the Oath ceremony. One does not need to attend the school in order to take part in the ceremony. Special Oath certificates, suitable for framing will be presented to all attendees.

SATURDAY EVENING DINNER – Following the Oath ceremony, as we have done with all of our Schools, on Saturday evening, there will be a casual dinner at 6:00 pm at Kingy’s pizza pub for fellowship, fun, and great food, once again separate checks.  Kingy’s is located at 7470 Hill Road, Canal Winchester, OH, 43110.  This is just a short drive from the hotel.  Again, all regional Santas and Mrs. Claus are invited to join us.  One does not need to attend the school nor belong to any local group to attend the dinner.  Come join the friendship and networking with your fellow Santas and students. (Separate Checks Please!)

GRADUATION – Finally, at the close of class on Sunday, again around 4:30 p.m. we will hold a ceremony to present diplomas to all students.

QUESTIONS – Should you have any questions; you can email me:  Santa@NationalSanta.com

To register for this school, just fill out the form below.

2023 School4Santas Registration

2023 IUSC School4Santas Registration Form

  • School4Santas is on Saturday and Sunday, from 8 am to 5 pm. The optional one-day. advanced training, "Making the Moment," can be added to your school registration as home study and can be ordered for $99.00, a $20 discount.
  • Give us your name exactly as it should be printed on the diploma, i.e., Santa Bill Jones, Bill Jones, Santa Bill or William ‘Santa Bill’ Jones.
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  • This is General and Alumni Registration for our two-day school, The advanced session, "Making the Moment," is in the next block. Registration for the two-day standard school is just $319, $479 for a couple. This includes 16 hours of training, the 275+ page course book and your personalized diploma, or two diplomas for a couple. Travel, meals and lodging are not included. If you have already bought the course book, new student registration is $40 less, just $279 for single, or $439 for a couple. General registration includes one course book for a single or couple, and one diploma per person. Alumni registration includes diplomas only. For anyone wanting a second copy of the course book or for alumni wanting a new copy of our most current course book, please order below. If you have already bought the course book, new student registration is $40 less, just $279 for single, or $439 for a couple.
  • The full six-hours of the Advanced Training Session, "Making the Moment," is now offered as an add-on to your basic school registration for just $99. It includes a Thumb Drive with four ninty-minute sessions, and includes our special course book, "Making the Moment," with tips, advice, techniques and almost 200 photos and diagrams for posing, plus a Personalized Certificate of completion for both Santa and Mrs. Claus. You can add this to your school registration. These materials will be distributed at the live school.
  • Price: $40.00
    One copy of "Behind the Red Suit," the official course book for School4Santas, value $60, is included with any new single or couple registration. Alumni can order a new copy for just $40, a $20 savings. New students can also order a second copy if they wish.
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