Chris Poulos

Chris Poulos is a Professional Bicycle Stunt Rider and Motivational Speaker. He has been performing stunts on a bicycle since age 6. He is best known for winning the 1991 Bicycle Stunt World Championships in Denmark at age 20. He also won the 1990 and 1991 U.S. National Bicycle Stunt Championships. He is a veteran of over 413 competitions worldwide. Since 1988, Chris has performed in thousands of live events. He has been featured in events promoting the X Games and Gravity Games. He regularly appears in television programs, commercials, newspapers, and magazines nationwide.

 

Besides his professional accomplishments, Chris has many hobbies including marathon running and snowboarding. He also has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education from the University of Rhode Island and a Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do. He is married with 2 children (ages 7 and 9). For the past several years Chris has focused his attention on helping to make the world a better place by motivating young people to lead better and safer lives. He firmly believes that if we all follow our conscience and common sense, the world will become a much better and safer place.

 

 

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.