Christmas is the perfect opportunity to show your loved ones just how much you care. The season is about more than hot cocoa and Christmas trees! Use it as a time to express your love and gratitude.
Want to know a secret? The best gifts aren’t the expensive ones. Time and effort put toward a personalized gift will always feel more special than the big-ticket trendy item in the store.
Customized Warm-Up Kits
Every dancer has times when they struggle to feel prepared for class. Make sure they have everything that they need! Create a kit with small things such as mini resistance bands, fuzzy socks, cute scrunchies and hair ties, and even items to help with muscle cramps and pain. This is the perfect way to acknowledge how they move through life!
A Personalized Water Bottle or Tumbler
Staying hydrated is so important for athletes, and it can be hard to remember to drink water. Having a fun and personalized bottle to drink out of can create hydration motivation! Get one with their name, dance studio, or a motivational quote. This is something practical that they can use every day with a special touch!
“Open When…” Letters
Here is a fun way to show someone that you are there for them, even if you can’t be there in person. Write letters for different situations, such as anxiety, sadness, happiness, and success. “Open when you crush a combo” and “open when you need a confidence boost” are both great ideas to include. This is like having emotional support in an envelope.
A DIY Photo Collage or Memory Book
As cool as it is to have digital memories, nothing will ever top having your memories physically in front of you. Print out your funniest moments from rehearsals and your favorite memories from competitive or sideline season. Arrange them in a mini scrapbook or collage. Don’t forget to personalize it by adding stickers, glitter, bows, and anything else your heart desires.
A Playlist Curated Just for Them
Music means so much to dancers, so what could be better than a curated playlist? Create a playlist for late-night stretching, pre-practice warm up or just long car rides. Include songs they already love, ones that make you think of them, and new ones they might like.
