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Character Building School Assembly in New Jersey - Program Overview

BMX Freestylers Dream Team provides character building school assembly for K-8 elementary and middle schools across New Jersey. 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 Jersey service area: Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, Edison, Woodbridge, Lakewood, Toms River, Hamilton, Trenton, and every New Jersey county.

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

Grant eligibility: New Jersey DOH Comprehensive Tobacco Control Program grants.

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Respect. Perseverance. Integrity.

Character Building School Assembly in New Jersey

An editorial look at how a 40-minute BMX assembly becomes the catalyst for the New Jersey 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 Jersey
Pictured: A New Jersey elementary school during a recent assembly.
The Feature  ·  Character Building School Assembly

Why character is built, not born — and how a New Jersey 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 Jersey 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 Newark to Trenton, 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 Jersey 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 Jersey student who's struggled.

IV

Integrity

What you do when no one's watching. The New Jersey 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 Jersey Middle School Principal · Trenton Area

Across New Jersey

We travel the entire state to bring character building school assembly to schools in Newark · Jersey City · Paterson · Elizabeth · Edison · Woodbridge · Lakewood · Toms River · Hamilton · Trenton, and every district served by the I-95 / Garden State Parkway / NJ Turnpike.

The New Jersey FAQ

How long does setup take for Character Building School Assembly in New Jersey?
Once our team arrives at your New Jersey 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 Jersey schools.
How many students can attend a Character Building School Assembly show in New Jersey?
We're comfortable with up to 600 students per show in New Jersey - 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 Jersey 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 Jersey 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 Jersey district is a priority.
Do you accept purchase orders from New Jersey schools?
Yes. We work seamlessly with New Jersey public, charter, and county vocational 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 Jersey grant funding?
Our Red Ribbon Week and TUPE programs are typically eligible for New Jersey DOH Comprehensive Tobacco Control Program grants 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 Jersey. 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 Jersey school is a power source within 150 feet.
How far in advance should New Jersey 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 Jersey availability.
Can Character Building School Assembly be combined with Red Ribbon Week in New Jersey?
Yes. Our Red Ribbon Week program is one of our most-booked shows each October in New Jersey, with drug-free and healthy-choices messaging baked into the show.
Do you offer indoor Character Building School Assembly for New Jersey 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 Jersey?
Pricing varies by New Jersey location and number of shows. Contact (657) 345-4603 or request an online quote - PO friendly for New Jersey public, charter, and county vocational schools.
Can the show be customized for our New Jersey 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 Jersey, USA
Call Or Text(657) 345-4603
Email[email protected]
IndustrySchool Assembly Programs

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