How to Give Experiences as Gifts from TakeLessons

These past couple of years have manifested such a resiliency within all of us.

Somewhere among the unexpected turns, delays, and adaptations, it seems we’ve proven to ourselves that our limits and potential can far exceed any expectation we used to set upon ourselves. Of course, we are far more competent than we think.

With this newfound vigor inside of us – and amid an omnipresent desire to invest more deeply in ourselves these days – it makes sense this holiday season to invest in experiences and moments, not just things.

TakeLessons empowers all students of any age or skill level to give something different a shot. We’re also here to sustain those long-sought-after ambitions, to see your goals through, and maybe even help you overcome something. The best part? Right in the middle of our hearty group lessons or our 1:1 mentorships between experts and learners, inevitably, people surprise themselves.

This year, make that the gift.

Among 300 different subjects to choose from and each with affordable classes to consider, we’ve got thousands of teachers here for you, ready to guide you or someone you love on a new journey toward achieving something special. As a student here, you’re also not alone. This is a growing global community of over 20,000 lifelong learners also willing to take a risk and enjoy themselves.

If you’ve experienced your own sessions with TakeLessons before, you know what an exclusive, personalized, and vulnerable journey you can embark upon once you begin. This is more than a finite, tangible gift – it’s a moment to begin anew.

So take a look, share a lesson, and give the gift of an engaging learning journey to someone you love.

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Five Gift Ideas for Grandparents 

If you watch carefully during your next holiday gathering, Grandma and Grandpa aren’t waiting impatiently on the couch in the corner to open their next gift. They’re simply watching all of you, and they’re happy enough. (Especially Grandma. She’s thrilled to have the family together again, and she’s likely already planning in her mind when you can be in the same room next. Make it happen for her sooner than later.)

Grandparents don’t need new kitchen appliances or bedding or gadgets they’ll make you put together anyway. They flourish best when they’re out creating memories with people they love and doing activities that restore their energy. When considering what kind of gift to give Grandma and Grandpa this year, think on these things.

What have they been talking about lately? What are their friends and friend groups up to during the early weekday mornings? At TakeLessons, we have meaningful experiences they can try out either together, with a friend, or on their own. Consider something new – maybe they like working with their hands and would like to try origami or painting – or nurture a longstanding passion you can help to recommence with a supportive mentor.  

Classes at TakeLessons help to establish a newfound commitment to something you might care about. This is a gift opportunity that could last all year long and then some, if one is so committed. Believe in your grandparents to push themselves. As always, they’ll encourage you to do the same while you champion them in this unexpected adventure.

Here are some gift ideas for Grandma and Grandpa:

1. Learn basic woodworking  
2. Practice knitting or project-based sewing 
3. Singing lessons with a warm and friendly music teacher who also enjoys gardening and yoga 
4. Learn how to excel at the game of Bridge 
5. Update lifestyle habits with nutrition lessons or calisthenics  

Five Gifts for Kids  

Ok, unlike sweet Grandma and Grandpa, the kids are wildly impatient, over-sugared, and have already counted the gifts with their name on it. Their expectations are high, but don’t panic! TakeLessons helps students to grow in their respect and admiration for subjects and activities that matter to them. If your children love music, there are hundreds of kind and thoughtful instructors in piano, guitar, brass, and more. If they enjoy dancing or singing, we have voice coaches and group lessons that help to foster talent and confidence.  

Consider a two-for-one gift here as well (they like opening a present, after all). If you’d like to provide guitar lessons, include in the gift a new guitar, guitar strap, or set of personalized picks. If you’d like to give art classes, include new paintbrushes or an easel to get started. Help the child to visualize what success might look like for them after they’ve begun this learning journey for themself, and be their No. 1 supporter along the way!  

Here are some gift ideas for kids: 

1. Improve in their sport activities 
2. Learn a new language 
3. Create complex and beautiful origami models 
4. Tutoring help 
5. Join music singalongs 

Five Gifts for Mom