Disclaimer: This article is written and sponsored by Cooper Aerobics to highlight its youth fitness camps.
Are you receiving multiple requests from family members for your kid’s holiday wish list?
Struggling to think of different gift ideas for your children other than more “stuff”?
A trend that’s surfaced the last few years is gifting experiences, instead of more toys, clothes, or gift cards. It means less clutter, less materialism, less shopping stress, and most important, a memorable experience for your child that will last a lifetime.
Nurture Lasting Bonds
Gifting an experience is an excellent way to entertain the grandparents’ love for indulging their grandkids! Rather than the “spoil them and send them home” approach, gifting an experience can benefit both parties. Grandparents or other family members feel good about giving a unique, heartfelt gift that leads to special memories.
And shared experiences foster invaluable one-on-one emotional connections. Encourage your children to think of some experiences to add to their wish lists this year such as:
- Museum tickets/membership
- Tickets to the movies or a play
- Theme park tickets
- Admission to a special event or festival
- Camp experiences or fitness lessons at Cooper Aerobics!
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Giving the Early Gift of Winter Fun
Give an early Christmas present with the Cooper Aerobics winter break Fit & Fun Camp! Make it a winter break to remember for your kids with this three-day camp filled with everything from sports to non-traditional, camp-style games. Each day is different and could include soccer, basketball, kickball, relay races, or even a talent show!
Two sessions of kids camp (ages five – seven) and youth camp (ages eight – 13) are offered during the holiday break:
- Session 1: December 19 – 21
- Session 2: December 28 – 30
And the best thing is — you’ll keep the kids off the couch and electronics while they stay active and make friends this winter break!
Play with a Purpose
The benefits of attending camp are countless, from the social interaction to the physical activity. “Play with a purpose” is the mission at Cooper camps. Campers develop an awareness of body movement and healthy physical activity. They practice sharing, taking turns, manners, and good sportsmanship while playing in various group settings.
Cooper Fit & Fun day camps include lessons on fitness, aerobics, nutrition, sports, relaxation, and flexibility that kids will utilize well into the future. And the daily structure of camps at Cooper is one more way to reinforce routines, responsibility, and accountability.
Gift a Summer of Wellness
Twelve weeks of summer fun! Cooper’s summer Fit & Fun Camp delivers week-long day camp sessions packed with sports, active games, crafts, fun activities, water games, and pool time for ages five – 13.
Overall wellness is woven throughout the Cooper camp experience with daily fitness and nutrition lessons. As with its winter break sessions, Cooper offers kids camp (ages five – seven) and youth Camp (ages eight – 13) in the summer.
Camp can be purchased by completing the registration form on the respective camp page, either for a returning or new participant. Summer camp dates in 2023 run from June to August and will be finalized after January 1.
Add the gift of a Cooper winter break camp or summer day camp experience under your tree (or share with a relative to give). It’s a present that’s sure to please!
Beyond the Camp Experience
Cooper offers youth programs beyond camp that would make for excellent experience gifts for kids:
- Swimming :: Private and semi-private lessons are offered year-round in a positive, nurturing environment. The Polar Bears program has competition-oriented, one-hour swim sessions with Cooper swim pro Marni Kerner December 11 through March — register for Polar Bears here!
- Martial arts :: Private lessons and group classes are led by Cooper martial arts pro Mike Proctor and incorporate karate, jiu-jitsu, kobudō, tai chi, kickboxing and self-defense. Martial arts youth clinic held January 16.
- Tennis :: Junior tennis clinics, summer tennis camp, and private lessons are offered by head tennis pro Corey Noel and his experienced assistant tennis pros to help young players gain confidence and skills on the court. The next junior tennis clinic runs January 24 – March 2.
- Fitness programs :: Athletic development training program IGNITE! sparks physical activity in kids ages eight – 13 through fitness, sports, movement, and games. Small group personal training is available for ages 13 –18 with teen personal training. Youth performance camps with cardiovascular pro Jonny Wright will be held several times a year, with a holiday performance camp December 19 – 22 for ages 14 –16.
- Kids in the Kitchen culinary classes :: Led by a registered dietitian nutritionist, each class will feature different recipes for kids to prepare while learning healthy cooking skills. Themed crafts and games are also incorporated in these monthly events.
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Holiday Packages
Need gift ideas for the mom, dad, or grandparent who has everything? Cooper Fitness Center holiday packages feature some of the most popular services for a healthy start to the New Year, including Cooper spa services, nutrition consultations, Pilates, and sports pro sessions or sessions with professional fitness trainers.
Available for purchase through December 24, these packages can be redeemed through March 31, 2023. Purchase a package by completing the holiday packages form or call 972-560-6308 for more information.
⭐Give the gift of winter break Fit & Fun Camp — December 19 –21 and 28 – 30 — by registering here by December 9!
Desiree Jordan is the program coordinator at Cooper Fitness Center with more than 18 years of experience. Desiree earned her bachelor of science, health science, and business administration from Oral Roberts University. Her favorite workouts include running on the track and utilizing the rowing machine.
For more than 25 years, Cooper Fitness Center has provided children of all ages the opportunity to experience firsthand how an active lifestyle can improve their social, mental, and physical well-being. Visit cooperyouth.com to learn more.
