704-502-2500 — Professional Santa Claus Training in Charlotte, NC

The Practical Santa

About This Course

This 2.5 day weekend class with workshops is taught by 2025 International Santa Claus Hall of Fame member Doug Eberhart. Doug founded the school in 2020 to help enhance Santa Training for those humble enough to learn.

After nearly 50 years of portraying the character of Santa Claus, Doug wanted to assist those wanting to be a better Santa. This class has had folks with zero experience up to 45 years in the Big Red Chair. YOU WILL LEARN something at this class.

Pro Santa School class in session

What You'll Learn

  • Santa's Wardrobe
  • Make-up & Beards
  • HO HO HO / Entrance Walk
  • Business Side of Being Santa
  • Pricing Your Services
  • Business Cards & Sales Sheets
  • Website Development
  • Types of Santa Visits
  • Organizing Your Visits
  • Exiting Your Venue
  • Santa Development
  • Hair Whitening Demo
  • Professional Photography Sessions
  • Workshops & Role Play
  • Q & A with Experts
Register Now — $325

Your Instructors

Doug Eberhart

Doug Eberhart

Founder & Lead Instructor

2025 International Santa Claus Hall of Fame member with nearly 50 years of experience portraying Santa Claus.

Rich Lange

Rich Lange

Instructor

Expert in the business side of being Santa, makeup, beards, and pricing strategies.

Stephen Price

Stephen Price

Instructor

Specializes in business development, photography, and the professional Santa experience.

Full Schedule

Schedule — TBA

The full schedule for the March 2027 Practical Santa course will be announced soon. Contact [email protected] or call 704-502-2500 for updates.

Venue

Hilton Garden Inn — 7415 Waverly Walk Ave, Charlotte, NC 28277

Ready to Begin Your Santa Journey?

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Register Now — $325

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final — no refunds once payment is made. However, you may transfer your enrollment to a future class or a different course at no additional charge. Contact [email protected] or call 704-502-2500 to arrange a transfer.