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Character Building School Assembly in New York - Program Overview

BMX Freestylers Dream Team provides character building school assembly for K-8 elementary and middle schools across New York. Founded by Dennis Langlais in 1991, the team has performed at 3,000+ schools delivering character building school assembly that uses high-flying BMX action to teach respect, responsibility, perseverance, and integrity.

New York service area: New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Syracuse, Albany, New Rochelle, Mount Vernon, Schenectady, Utica, and every New York county.

Contact: Phone (657) 345-4603 - Email [email protected] - Website https://bmxschoolassemblies.com/

Grant eligibility: New York State DOH Bureau of Tobacco Control and BOCES funding sources.

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Respect. Perseverance. Integrity.

Character Building School Assembly in New York

An editorial look at how a 40-minute BMX assembly becomes the catalyst for the New York school year's most important conversation: who we choose to be when no one is watching.

By BMX Freestylers Dream Team · A Northeast Feature · Read 4 min
Character Building School Assembly in New York
Pictured: A New York elementary school during a recent assembly.
The Feature  ·  Character Building School Assembly

Why character is built, not born — and how a New York BMX show drives it home.

Character isn't taught from a textbook. It's modeled. When riders fall, get back up, and cheer each other on in front of New York students, they show kids what perseverance actually looks like. Our character building school assembly weaves four core virtues into every segment of the show.

From New York City to Utica, principals and SEL coordinators tell us the same thing: students quote the riders for months. That's the difference between a presentation and a transformation.

Four Virtues, One Assembly

Every show in New York is built around four character pillars woven into the BMX action.

I

Respect

Toward teachers, peers, family, and self. The riders model it on every trick.

II

Responsibility

Owning choices, even the hard ones. Especially after a fall.

III

Perseverance

The story of every BMX rider - and every New York student who's struggled.

IV

Integrity

What you do when no one's watching. The New York pledge that closes the show.

It wasn't a school assembly. It was a moment my students will reference for years - the day character stopped being a poster on the wall and became something they could see.
New York Middle School Principal · Albany Area

Across New York

We travel the entire state to bring character building school assembly to schools in New York City · Buffalo · Rochester · Yonkers · Syracuse · Albany · New Rochelle · Mount Vernon · Schenectady · Utica, and every district served by the I-87 / I-90 / I-95 corridor.

The New York FAQ

How long does setup take for Character Building School Assembly in New York?
Once our team arrives at your New York school, setup and takedown can be completed in 15 minutes. Having the area clear and access gates open helps. We bring power cords and generators if needed.
How long is a Character Building School Assembly show?
Each Character Building School Assembly show runs 40 minutes, with respect, responsibility, perseverance, and integrity woven across multiple segments. Each additional assembly is $200 for larger New York schools.
How many students can attend a Character Building School Assembly show in New York?
We're comfortable with up to 600 students per show in New York - 300 on each side. Some schools split grades into multiple sessions; our announcer adjusts messaging by age group.
What surface do Character Building School Assembly need at our New York school?
A hard surface like pavement or concrete is ideal. The preferred area is 40 by 120 feet - similar to a basketball court. We can work around minor cracks. Send photos if you're unsure.
What happens if it rains the day of our New York Character Building School Assembly?
We cannot perform in rain due to rider safety. We can reschedule or move indoors - cafeteria or gym works. Rescheduling within the same New York district is a priority.
Do you accept purchase orders from New York schools?
Yes. We work seamlessly with New York public, charter, and BOCES schools business offices on purchase orders, invoices, and contracts. Send a PO contact and we handle the processing quickly.
Are Character Building School Assembly eligible for New York grant funding?
Our Red Ribbon Week and TUPE programs are typically eligible for New York State DOH Bureau of Tobacco Control and BOCES funding sources alongside SEL and student-safety funding.
What grade levels do Character Building School Assembly serve?
Our Character Building School Assembly are designed for K-8 elementary and middle school students across New York. Messaging is adjusted by age group during the show.
Are riders insured and background-checked?
Yes. All performers carry full liability insurance and are background-checked professional role models who are student-focused.
Do you provide your own sound system?
Yes. Every Character Building School Assembly show includes a full outdoor-grade pro sound system. All we need from your New York school is a power source within 150 feet.
How far in advance should New York schools book Character Building School Assembly?
We recommend booking 4-8 weeks in advance, especially during Red Ribbon Week (October) and end-of-year reward season. Year-round New York availability.
Can Character Building School Assembly be combined with Red Ribbon Week in New York?
Yes. Our Red Ribbon Week program is one of our most-booked shows each October in New York, with drug-free and healthy-choices messaging baked into the show.
Do you offer indoor Character Building School Assembly for New York schools?
Yes - we move indoors to a gym or cafeteria with sufficient ceiling height. Outdoor blacktop is preferred but indoor works as a rain backup.
How much do Character Building School Assembly cost in New York?
Pricing varies by New York location and number of shows. Contact (657) 345-4603 or request an online quote - PO friendly for New York public, charter, and BOCES schools.
Can the show be customized for our New York school's theme?
Yes. We tailor messaging to your school's theme - anti-bullying, character education, TUPE, vaping prevention, kindness, perseverance, or end-of-year reward.
BusinessBMX Freestylers Dream Team
Service AreaNew York, USA
Call Or Text(657) 345-4603
Email[email protected]
IndustrySchool Assembly Programs

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