Family Commons' Gift Experiences at Santa Monica

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Visit our store at The UCLA Family Commons for a carefully chosen selection of books, movies, toys and games that reflect the latest research on family well-being. We’ve reviewed hundreds of products to make the very best available to your family.

The most meaningful gifts you can give are experiences, not things. Recent studies show that special experiences, not possessions, provide the most satisfaction in the long run. Toys break or get discarded, clothes wear out, objects collect dust and create clutter. Mental, physical, social and emotional well-being lasts a lifetime. 

We’ve put together unique gift experiences geared toward healthy living for all ages. Customized group sessions for children and their friends—or for mothers and their friends—build lifelong skills and enhance well-being.

Click below for more information. Each gift experience will be tailored to the interests of your child, friends or family.

Martial Arts Gift Experience nurtures the joy of physical activity and self awareness.
DIY Crafting Gift Experience encourages creativity and personal style.
Yoga Gift Experience energizes children’s bodies and minds with yoga fun and games.
Mindful Awareness Gift Experience introduces down-to-earth mindfulness practices.
Mothers’ Luncheon Gift Experience combines a gourmet meal with friends and coaching on a parenting topic of your choice.