Depending on age and profession (elementary, middle, high school, college, professional etc.), Bill weaves his presentations accordingly. Bill loves to share his stories from the Olympic Training Centers and his lessons learned from the greatest hall-of-fame coaches in the world. Bill’s “power of the mind” topic is one of his most requested and is sure to blow the audience away. Bill also speaks about the differences between success and excellence and why chasing success might actually be teaching you to fail.
Additionally, he speaks about the various paths and courses of life that each of us face and why choosing wisely determines the outcome. As Bill himself says, “Victory is cleverly hidden in the ability to problem solve, and defeat is cleverly hidden within temptation.” Bill teaches how to wake up each morning with power, and why motivation will help make your dreams a reality. Of course, there is so much more and Bill is always willing to incorporate a few feats of strength into his presentations and visit classrooms. Bill is happy to take pictures with people and they are allowed to hold his championship belt and wear one of his USA team jackets. Bill will spend the afternoon or morning with you and develop relationships with people that are sure to inspire and last.
Grades: 3 - 12
Class Limit: 10 - 10,000
Length of Program: 45 minutes to 1 hour
Equipment needed: Ability for Slideshow Presentation and Microphone
Description:
World champion, world record holder, International Olympic Weightlifting gold medalist, Guinness World Record TV personality, professional strongman, World Hall of Fame inductee, and motivational speaker, Bill Clark, shares incredibly inspiring stories of overcoming childhood poverty and tragedy, experiences from his world travels as an athlete, and lessons learned from the greatest coaches in the world of strength. More importantly, his presentation will show your students and teachers how to optimize their own talents and skills by using what he calls, “The Champion's Mindset.” Bill’s discussion is sure to lock people in. Combined with demonstrations of mind-blowing and incredible feats of strength, Bill talks about; how to overcome anxiety, what to do when you’re not motivated, how chasing success can sabotage greatness, how to turn your curse into a blessing, the Olympic way to rebound and reset, don’t just live a life–design one, the science behind making your mind a super-power, and so much, much more.
Bill will consult with you and customize his presentation to your specific needs. He specializes in anti-bullying, character building, kindness/giving, community service, life problem-solving skills, and overcoming hardship. In addition to speaking, Bill is happy to spend the remainder of the day visiting with students, signing autographs, taking pictures, answering questions, or doing whatever will allow him to serve the community best. This is Bill’s gift, so no extra payment is required. As Bill Clark himself says, “It’s a champion’s responsibility and privilege to give back.” Bill has presented and performed all over the country and world and looks forward to partnering with you and your students on a quest to become their very best!
This performance supports the following NYS Learning Standards:
Next Generation Learning Standards: English Language Arts:
Comprehension and Collaboration (speaking and listening)
Presentation of knowledge of ideas (speaking and listening)
Mathematical Practices
Making sense of problems and persevere in solving them
Reasoning abstractly and quantitatively
Constructing viable arguments and critiquing the reasoning of others
Learning Standards for Physical Education:
Personal health and fitness
Safe and healthy environment
Resource management
Science and Engineering Practices:
Asking questions (for science) and defining problems (for engineering)
Planning and carrying out investigations
Analyzing and interpreting data
Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information
Learning Standards for the Arts:
Creating (imagine, plan, make, envision, develop)
Performing (rehearse, evaluate, refine, prepare, share)
Responding (reflect, interpret, evaluate, critique)
Connecting (relate artistic ideas with societal, cultural & historical context)
Categories: Author / English Language Arts / History / Multicultural / Physical / Education / Science / Storytelling / Teamwork / Leadership Skills / Wellness / Life Skills / Bully Prevention / Character Education
Cost:
$1,250