Chris Poulos
THE TRICK TO IMPROVING STUDENTS LIVES!
Chris Poulos is a World Champion Bicycle Stunt Rider who has a rare gift of inspiring, empowering, and entertaining an audience like nothing you have experienced before.
Since 1988, audiences around the world have been riveted to Chris’ words of wisdom and captivated by his athletic ability. Young people hang on Chris’ every word as he shares straightforward, common sense solutions to the issues they face everyday. Chris addresses topics such as bullying & cyber-bullying, being kind to others, earning respect, being the best you can be, and overcoming adversity.
Travels from: Rhode Island
Chris Poulos originally hales from Providence, RI. He began riding BMX at age 10 and turned professional at age 18. After winning an impressive list of professional BMX events, he topped off his professional career by capturing the World Flatland Title in Denmark. Since then, he has earned his degree in Physical Education, a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, and is a nationally ranked marathon runner who is currently training to qualify for the Olympic Trials. Now 39, he continues to spread his goal setting ways to people across the globe!
CHARACTER EDUCATION ASSEMBLY
Presentation Length: 45 to 60 minutes
Target Audience: Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
Best Location: Indoor Basketball Court
Chris has been amazing students and faculty of all ages for over 20 years! This presentation combines the messages of positive community and core values in a fun, entertaining, and easy-going way. He speaks about bullying, respect, responsibility, self-discipline, honesty, integrity, perseverance, fairness, compassion, cooperation, friendship, diversity, trustworthiness, teamwork, education, success, and safety. He will help your students to understand, value, and act on “treating people the way they want to be treated”. Chris will help your school to become a better and safer place.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER
Presentation Length: 15-30 minutes
Target Audience: Middle and High School Students
Best Location: Stage
Conferences, Banquets, and Special Events invite Chris to return year-after-year for his straightforward keynote address. His powerful stories and practical advice will inspire the audience to set their standards high and achieve all their dreams and goals, while at the same time staying grounded in reality. Chris is also a master at weaving in last minute requests that relate perfectly to the theme of your event.
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Presentation Length: 45-60 minutes
Target Audience: All Ages
Best Location: Indoor Basketball Court
Everyone will be amazed by the combination of stunts and messages, comedy, and entertainment Chris brings to the show. High-energy music, audience participation, comedy, and jaw-dropping extreme stunts tied together with light messages, make it a fun and exciting event no one will want to miss. This presentation will positively impact the whole community.
COMMENCEMENT SPEAKER
Presentation Length: 15-30 minutes
Target Audience: High School and College Graduates, and Families
Best Location: Podium
With his positive outlook on life and sense of humor, Chris is the perfect commencement speaker for your graduation ceremony. His speaking style is direct and genuine and he will put useful knowledge under the student’s graduation caps. Chris will show the graduates how they can truly make a difference in the world and how their attitudes and actions will directly affect their future success. He will inspire them to do their best in whatever they choose to do after graduation!
STUDENT BULLYING WORKSHOP
Presentation Length: 45-60 minutes
Target Audience: Elementary, Middle, and High School Students
Best Location: Classroom
This program is for the students. They will learn how to spot the warning signs of bullying. Students will also learn what to do if they are being bullied, as well as how to seek help if they are a bully. Some common myths about bullying will also be discussed, as well as the long-term risks of bullying, and how to keep a bullying diary. Students will also “Role Play” specific situations to teach them how to resolve conflicts. This program will help students have empathy for others, and gain confidence in dealing with tough situations that may arise throughout their lives.
CLASSROOM VISITS
Presentation Length: 10-20 minutes
Target Audience: Elementary, Middle, High School Students
Best Location: Classroom
This is a great way to reinforce the topics covered in the assembly. It is also a unique opportunity for the students to speak with Chris one-on-one in a setting that makes them feel comfortable. He often uses this as a follow-up, but he can also just answer questions, or let the students know more about his life.
MORNING PICK-ME-UP
Presentation Length: 15-20 minutes
Target Audience: Middle and High School Students
Best Location: Stage
This is a great way to start the day! Chris will share some of the experiences he has had in school, life, and in his career that directly affected his rise to success as a World Champion Athlete. He will also share some of his thoughts on what makes his life so fulfilling and enjoyable. By starting the day in a positive way, it motivates everyone to have a great day!
AFTERNOON SEND-ME-OFF
Presentation Length: 15-20 minutes
Target Audience: Middle and High School Students
Best Location: Stage
This program is a great way to end the any day! It can also be used to end a testing week, school year, or to start any vacation Send everyone off in a positive way. Chris will share some of the ways he lives everyday to the fullest, and always looks for opportunities to help others.