The Claus Couple

What to Expect from Your Visit from Santa Claus
Every visit is different, but here are some things you might expect:
• A special entrance from Santa
• Meet and greet
• Photo opportunities
• “Chair time” with children of all ages
• Q and As with Santa
• Performances such as singing, storytelling, reading The Night Before Christmas (or book of choice)
• Handing out gifts
• A hearty goodbye and magical exit

Appeared on 'Shark Tank' as Santa and Mrs. Claus
Retired Military Couple (Army/Air Force)
Former Professional Football Player for the New Orleans Breakers in the United States Football League (USFL)
Accomplished graduates of:
Christmas Performers Workshop
Santa and the Business of being Santa,
Santa Nana University
School of Santa,
School 4 Santas
Morgan’s Inclusion Initiative Certified Training
Members of The International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas
Members of Texas State Santas
Members of Lone Star Santas Charities, Inc
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Having Santa and Mrs. Claus come visit your event is a wondrous thing for young and old alike. Here are some quick tips to making this the very best party or visit possible:
1. Make certain Santa and Mrs. Claus have an assigned contact who will have their phone on (and charged), just in case. This contact person should check their phone regularly.
2. If there are any pets who might be over-excited by a big guy in a fur-trimmed suit, it might be best for them to relax elsewhere, in a closed room.
3. You will want to have all your cameras and devices ready and charged.
4. Where should Santa and Mrs. Claus sit for photos? Well, their suits are pretty warm, so not too close to fireplaces. It is also helpful to seat Santa and Mrs. Claus away from large reflective surfaces (like mirrors and glass doors). We don’t want flash bounce to ruin your pictures.
5. Santa and Mrs. Claus will probably need a helper or two. Mrs. Claus will send you information on just how those assistants can help out.
6. Coordination is important. It could be awkward for them to show up in the middle of a meal or when someone has just run to the store for some more eggnog. Please have someone who will bring everyone together, ready for when the Claus Couple shows up.
7. In many people’s minds, Santa usually comes down the chimney. But if he’s arriving by car, you need to have a specially reserved parking spot for him. An easy way to do this is to have one of the cars in the driveway pulled all the way back (closest to the street). When Santa arrives, the Helper pulls this car forward and Santa pulls in behind him. Make certain Santa has all of the security information, if you live in a gated community.
8. Speaking of cars and reindeer, it’s not unusual for children to want to follow Santa and Mrs. Claus out. Be ready to have a distraction to pull the kids away, after you hear him call out, “Happy Christmas to All, and to All a Good Night!”
9. Seating is important. Sturdy, straight back chairs will often do fine. You can decorate around them and even put the chairs next to your Christmas Tree. But people will need to have easy access around the chairs (we don’t want any gifts to be trampled).

Taking Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus:
• Charge your batteries. Have all your cameras and smartphones ready, fully charged, connected to wi-fi, and prepared before the event begins.
• Take photos first. Try to get the photos done early in the event. You’ll have time to get everything you want and folks are still fresh with the wonder of the visit. Then you can relax and just visit!
• Photos with pets. Santa and Mrs. Claus are usually good with pets, but if you want photos with pets, there should be a lap blanket and plenty of advanced notice. If the Claus Couple has to visit someone else that day who is allergic to pets, they might not be able to hold your pet for the photo. Instead, they will ask you to hold them and stand or sit nearby.

Santa Claus Reminders:
• Santa is not likely to tell children they are on the naughty list, even if you ask him to.
• Santa is not likely to eat or drink, beyond a few nibbles or sips. A bottle of water is always welcome. However, it might be difficult to keep a beard pristine and white gloves stain easily.
• Santa will not accept any drink that is alcoholic. Remember, he has to drive the sleigh.
Lastly, if you really enjoy the visit, please leave a great review and give referrals. And remember to send Santa and Mrs. Claus any photos that can be shared. That way, you help support the Arts and make even more Christmas magic possible for those in your community!