Santa Argyle of Ramona, California
Not being the same as all the rest… my bio
I am a professional female Santa Claus, Ronda Guile, known as Santa Argyle of Ramona, located in San Diego, California. 2024 Holiday Season will be my 9th year portraying and performing the Whimsical Jolly Soul, Santa. I just "fell in to" this calling, so to speak, as a rescue "OMGoodness, give me the suit" and it Ha
ppened… the moment I looked in the mirror. My heart jumped a beat, my Spirit of the Season was reborn in a Twinkle of "my" own Eye... I was Santa Claus. I love the magic that children bring to me and even the adults...sharing their wishes, their dreams with the magic of Christmas Spirit. I believe spreading the word of kindness, humbleness and being a "Good Deed Do'er" all year long is a true value to entrust within their hearts, spirit and mind. I am a platinum member of the Worldwide Santa Claus Network, I myself, keep updated and involved with Santa education, opportunities, cultural shifts, marketing, AI, etc. I am member in good standing of the International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas, Inland Empire-(IBRBS). I am a member with the CPW Designer Bearded Santas & Elves... that being a support group for CPW Alumni.
* I hold a Certificate of Completion from the Christmas Performer Workshop-CPW / Instructor: Robert Seutter, Santa True.
* I hold a Certificate of Completion from the Worldwide Santa Claus Network / Instructor: ‘Santa’ Ed Taylor.
* I hold a Certificate of Completion from the Santa Claus Initiative / Instructor: ‘Santa’ Stuart Deacon, Jr. I am insured and background checked annually. I take precautions, such as using hand sanitizer and changing gloves with each location appearance. I am a San Diego native (67), living in Ramona with my husband of 40 years, Duayne Guile. Duayne is Santa Argyle's designated "Sleigh Driver" and escorts Santa to all events. We are retired professionals, parents of 2 and grandparents of 3. I have been in "hiding my identy" since 2016 and booking visits under "Santa's Secretary" Ronda ... and not once receiving any questions or comments… i.e. "Is Santa a lady?" I take my portrayal of Santa Claus very seriously, from his looks, his voice, his walk, his seating... I am very protective of my character and the Spirit of Joy & Love that he possesses... I am honored to be called Santa Claus along with my peers and mentors, worthy of mentioning. "Santa Mel" Melissa Lynn Rickard; "Santa Stuart" Deacon, Jr; "Santa Ed" Taylor; "Santa True"-Robert Seutter. These amazing Santa portrayal/performing artists have extended such encouragement, shared knowledge and friendship that has been unmeasurable and truly valued. My transformation takes about 1.5 hrs from dressing in my custom red suit with white and **brown/grey fur highlights, applying my full beard, mustache and wig, custom handmade, real Yak hair... and a hint of makeup magic. With my rosy cheeks and windblown nose, curls in place, hat on my head... my arrival, for all to hear, brass jingle bells on my boots with every step I take... I am Santa Claus. Bringing with me, Jolliness of great warmth, in the making of Magical Memories... Ho Ho Ho Ho
I am ... Santa Argyle, of Ramona, California. NOTE: **using dull colors with white are brown/grey undertones are ideal choices, presenting a calming effect for children on the spectrum). I found this to be true during my suit designing along with many home and school visits, as my own 4 yr old grandson is autistic.
