Classes

Levels 1-4 (4-15 year olds)

A ninja warrior is an athlete who is prepared to bravely face the obstacles that life puts in their path; will not let failure get in the way of their goals and will always encourage and support others.

Mini Ninjas: Introduction to Ninja (Ages 4-6)

We have scaled down obstacles for those smaller and younger children where we introduce them to much of the Level 1 / Beginner Ninja at a smaller scale with a smaller student/coach ratio to help them develop basic skills and focus to get ready for the sport.

Level 1: Introduction to Ninja (Beginner Ninja, ages 6+)

This is where students start when they have no experience in ninja.

Areas of Focus/Skills:

• Proper fall technique (crossed arms, tucked neck, and roll)

• Overcome fear of heights

• Understanding of “Start” and “Stop” Platforms

• Basic swinging from hanging objects (knowing how to pull with shoulders to generate momentum)

• Basic swing technique  (Kipping both forwards and side-to-side)

• Basic lache technique

• Foundational upper-body strength (ability to move upwards, e.g. devil bars)

• Basic hanging strength (from bars, rings and large holds)

• Basic lower body coordination (e.g. precision jumps, quad steps)

• Basic balancing skill (e.g. balance beam, balance bars)

Level 2: Introduction to Moderate Moves (Intermediate Level)

Students who have demonstrated basic ninja skills

Areas of Focus/Skills

• Proper fall technique from an obstacle (Focused on proper technique)

• Understanding of a “linked” obstacle (e.g. two obstacles that one doesn’t dismount from)

• Ability to hang from a variety of holds (sombrero, cannon ball, banana, cones)

• Ability to repeatedly throw small laches (stationary or trapeze)

• Endurace to complete longer obstacles

• Can hang with one arm and perform basic functions with other

• Ability to “read” an agility obstacle and understand what leg to start on.

• Can perform triple step on agility obstacles

• Consistently clear long balance lines

Level 2 Competition Clinic: Students (ages 7-9) who are dedicated to ninja and want to compete but are not ready for the big stage.

Level 3: Enhancing Fundamental Skills, Introduction to Advanced Moves

Students who have been training awhile

Students will be introduced to and spend more time practicing advanced obstacles

Areas of Focus/Skills

• Basic courses

• Constantly clearing basic obstacles

• In-depth learning of techniques for advanced obstacles

• Can hang with one arm and perform complex functions with other (pegboard)

• Ability to plant feet on traverse wall (no need for footholds)

• Can make basic dynamic maneuvers

• Basic understating of tech obstacles

• Can perform complex balance maneuvers (switch feet, ghost step, triple step)

• Can complete complex balance obstacles (balance tanks)

• Kipping, able to hop a ring or bar over a small bump

• Increase speed over basic obstacles

Level 3 Competition Clinics: Students (ages 7-15) who have shown proficiency at Level 2 or 3 and want to prepare for competition in the sport.  We offer these 10-11 week twice/week extended classes in the Fall, Winter, and Spring/Summer for those who have qualified.

Level 4: Advanced students who want to be more competitive or prepare for Competition Team

Starting to focus on course runs as well as dedication to the sport of ninja.

• Can efficiently run moderate courses

• Consistently clears moderate obstacles

• Endurance: can make moderate dynamic maneuvers repeatedly without dismounting

• Decent understating of Tech Obstacles

• Work on more conditioning and drills to strengthen muscles.

Level 4 Competition Team (invitation only): Students (ages 7+) who are competing at an advanced level of competition in the sport.  They meet twice/week with our top coaches for two hour sessions, plus their own training in between sessions.

OFFERING FOR TEENS / ADULTS (AGES 13-??)

Just because you didn’t start when you were small, doesn’t mean you can’t start now.  We have competitors in the sport in their 70s.  Whether or not you choose to compete, this is a great way to get fit and have fun.

Teen/Adult Beginner Ninja

You are never too old to start Ninja Warrior training, for fun or for serious exercise.

Whether you were a former athlete or just want to start some fun exercise, we’ll get you started in the basic skills and conditioning you’ll need.

For those who take to it quickly and want more instruction, we’ll provide more challenging obstacles, but for those who will need a little more time, we’ll help you along. And, for those who just want some basic instruction before (or after) spending time in Open Gym, this class could be for you.

Ninja Fit

Ninja Fit is a fitness class for teens and adults which stretches and strengthens the muscles that are most needed (legs, core, and upper body) to take on Ninja courses, incorporating a variety of ninja obstacles in many of the exercises where both strength and technique are developed.

It’s never too late to get Ninja Fit. You might even meet our 60-year-old owner who is planning to compete in the Ninja Carolina League next season.

Ready for Something More Advanced?

Though not considered a class, we have “Ninja Nights” where challenging courses are set up by our Pro coaches.  Come train with the best.