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On December 13th, 2008, Tony Hoffman was paroled by the California Department of Corrections after serving a two-year sentence for a drug-related robbery. While incarcerated, Tony set four goals: Race BMX professionally, go to the Olympics, start a non-profit called the Freewheel Project, and become a professional mental health and substance abuse speaker.

 

During his senior year at Clovis High School he was featured on the cover of BMXer Magazine, and was sponsored by Fox Racing, Spy Sunglasses and Airwalk Shoes. On the surface, Tony's path seemed destined for stardom. However, in reality, Tony experienced crippling anxiety, depression and suicidal ideations. Tony's substance use began during his senior year, leading to the deterioration of his mental health and opioid addiction soon followed. Due to his misuse of Oxycontin, & other drugs a life of addiction, crime, homelessness and incarceration became his reality.

 

Since parolling prison, Tony has tirelessly worked towards achieving his goals and the dreams he’d set out for while incarcerated. He raced BMX professionally for several years and continued on to coach Brooke Crain to a 4th place finish at the Rio Olympic Games, accomplishing his dream of going to the Olympics. The Freewheel Project was very successful for many years helping thousands of youth through action sports before moving on to pursuing a very demanding national speaking career. Today Tony is an author, an owner of pH Wellness drug and alcohol treatment facility, and one of the world's most requested mental health and substance use speakers.

Speaking Topics

The Science Of Mental Health: A Game-changer For Success

A study in the Indian Journal of Psychiatryreveals that mental health isn’t just personal—it’s the foundation for success at work. Poor mental health drains global workplaces of 12 billion working days annually and leaves students struggling with lower grades and higher dropout rates. The silence caused by stigma and heavy demands only deepens the crisis.


That’s where speakers like Tony Hoffman step in. They transform awareness into action with powerful tools like mindfulness, CBT, and stress management, helping teams and students build resilience, improve communication, and create thriving, inclusive environments.

Drug And Alcohol Rehab Speaker: Finding Help

Tony Hoffman runs his own rehabilitation center called pH Wellness, which helps people who are battling substance use disorders. Not only has he been through the process of getting sober himself, but he has seen countless others going through it, too.  As a drug treatment guest speaker, he focuses on finding the strength necessary to take that first step and ask for help. It’s never an easy thing to do, but it’s the only way to break away from the power that drugs and alcohol have on your life. 


Mental health conditions and substance use disorders often co-occur, making it crucial to treat both conditions at the same time so that they don’t feed into one another. As a drug rehabilitation speaker, Tony Hoffman encourages people to dive into finding the root cause of their addiction, confronting any mood disorders, high stress levels, or anything else that may be impacting them and leading them to misuse substances. At pH Wellness, Tony Hoffman sees the way that substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life, and he knows that addiction can upend how you think of yourself and loved ones, which is why turning to a rehabilitation program is vital. 


He recommends residential treatment programs because they allow you to immerse yourself in a healing atmosphere. Many people turn to substances to manage the stresses in their lives, so stepping away from your life for a time allows you to get some perspective and focus on the journey ahead of you.  As a drug rehab speaker, Tony Hoffman brings the empathy that comes from shared lived experiences. He helps motivate his audience with his honesty in speaking about difficult subjects as well as with the path he’s taken in his life — from addiction, homelessness, and incarceration to achieving his dream of going to the Olympics. He has been a drug rehabilitation guest speaker around the country, and he can help your community, too. 

Breaking The Stigma Of Mental Health In The Workplace And Schools

Statistics show that 74% of employees believe it is appropriate to discuss mental health concerns at work, but only 58% feel comfortable doing so.


Stigma prevents people from seeking help or discussing mental health challenges. Tony’s presentations create a safe space for open dialogue, encouraging schools and organizations to normalize mental health conversations and offer better support systems.

Substance Abuse & Mental Health Education Speakers For High Schools & Middle Schools

Tony Hoffman is a mental health speaker for schools who uses his experience with mental health struggles to help teens and young adults better understand themselves and others. His goal is to leave every listener inspired and ready to act, support their peers, and create a positive culture around emotional health.


Since the pandemic, mental health struggles among teens have surged at an alarming rate. Now more than ever, it’s crucial for school districts to take proactive steps toward positive change. Bringing in a guest speaker who specializes in mental health for high schools and middle schools can make all the difference.


A dynamic speaker with the ability to foster student engagement and captivate a youth audience can educate them in a way that resonates deeply—leaving a lasting impact that stays with them throughout their lives. It’s an investment in their well-being and their future.

From Prison To The Olympics – The Power Of God’s Deliverance

Tony Hoffman’s presentation, ‘From Prison to The Olympics’ – The Power of God’s Deliverance, gives a captivating insight into addiction and how it works. His work in the field of substance use addiction through his drug and alcohol facility in Southern California makes him an expert on the topic.


As a Christian motivational speaker, Tony delivers God’s message in a uniquely relatable and impactful way, addressing the struggles many of God’s people face today. His testimony is powerful, offering both education and inspiration. As Tony recounts the painful realities of his teenage years, he vividly portrays the depths of addiction—the overwhelming loneliness, despair, and the relentless cycles that trap so many. His story resonates deeply, reminding audiences of the hope and redemption found through Christ.

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