Competitions
World Ninja League - Premier Series
August 22nd & 23rd
The World Ninja League (WNL) is the premier obstacle league for Ninja competitions. Their goal is to promote the sport of Ninja obstacle courses across the world. They want to help provide an opportunity for all ages to get more involved in the rapidly growing sport!
The Premier Series features the top 25% of athletes from around the globe. This series pushes athletes to their limits- challenging them on courses designed by the best course designers, featuring the most insane new obstacles.
The World Ninja League Premier Series is the ultimate test of strength, speed, and agility.
Schedule of Events:
**Competition start times and schedule may change based on number of entries/participants**
**Awards Ceremony to Directly Follow Last Competitor of Each Wave**
Saturday, August 22nd
Kids (6-8)
- Check-In: 8:00am - 8:30am
- Rules Briefing: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Runs Begin: 9:00am
Mature Kids (9-10)
- Check-In: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 12:30pm - 1:00pm
- Runs Begin: 1:00pm
Preteens (11-12)
- Check-In: 4:00pm - 4:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 4:30pm - 5:00pm
- Runs Begin: 5:00pm
Sunday, August 23rd
Teens (13-14)
- Check-In: 8:00am - 8:30am
- Rules Briefing: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Runs Begin: 9:00am
Amateurs (15+)
- Check-In: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 12:30pm - 1:00pm
- Runs Begin: 1:00pm
Elite (15+)
- Check-In: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Rules Briefing: 4:00pm - 4:30pm
- Runs Begin: 4:30pm
**Registration only available to those who have QUALIFIED for this event**
To see if you've qualified, please visit this link: https://worldninjaleague.org/premier-series/
WNL Rule: Registration will be based on what division you competed in during the 2025 - 2026 season
Registration Price:
- $115 - Standard Registration
- $135 - Registration Including Photo Add-On
- 10% off for CNA Team Members
Open-Gym:
- The week leading up to this competition is our last week of all day summer hours, so we will have Open-Gym from 10am - 7pm (5pm on 8/21), 8/17 - 8/21.
- Anyone participating in the competition will be able to have unlimited open-gym each day for $20. Sign up in person.
Rules:
- All rules will follow the official WNL rulebook.
- The run-order will be randomized by the WNL on Friday morning. Last chance to register before guaranteeing a randomized spot is Thursday at 9pm.
- Redemption time will be available if time allows (most likely will).
- REQUIRED FORMS:
- As you complete registration you should complete the Carolina Ninja Academy Waiver in the process
- Please also sign the World Ninja League Waiver, prior to competing. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/8b679cnb4fvj3tvefclr9n/web/
Prizes:
- Medals will be given to the top three participants in each age group/division.
- Trophies will be given to the 1st place participant in each age group/division.
- Elite competitor winners will receive a $100 cash prize
Ninja Carolina League Competition
Sunday, October 18th
The Ninja Carolina League (NCL) is a league for Beginner and Advanced Ninja Warrior athletes of all ages in the Carolinas. Come on out to the incredible Ninja Nation arena to test your skills against other competitors in the same division.
At the beginning of each season (or your first NCL competition), athletes will determine which division (gender/level/age class) they will compete in and must compete in that division for the entire season. If you are not sure what division your child belongs in, please go to this link and fill out the Questionnaire. https://ninjacarolina.com/about/
Our competition will follow NCL (Progress Points) rules and age/categories based on your age as of January 1, 2027.
Schedule of Events:
**Competition start times and schedule may change based on number of entries/participants**
**Awards Ceremony to Directly Follow Last Competitor of Each Wave**
7U (Beginner)
- Check-In: 8:00am - 8:30am
- Rules Briefing: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Runs Begin: 9:00am
9U (Beginner & Advanced)
- Check-In: 10:00am - 10:30am
- Rules Briefing: 10:30am - 11:00am
- Runs Begin: 11:00am
11U (Beginner & Advanced)
- Check-In: 1:00pm - 1:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 1:30pm - 2:00pm
- Runs Begin: 2:00pm
13U (Beginner & Advanced)
- Check-In: 4:00pm - 4:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 4:30pm - 5:00pm
- Runs Begin: 5:00pm
Our competition will follow NCL (Progress Points) rules and age/categories based on your age as of January 1, 2027.
Registration Price:
- $45
- 10% off for CNA Team Members
Open-Gym:
- We will have our regular business hours leading up to the competition, and will be open for open-gym.
- Anyone participating in the competition will be able to have unlimited open-gym each day for $20. Sign up in person.
Rules:
- All rules will follow the NCL handbook, which can be found here. https://ninjacarolina.com/about/
- The run order will be randomized by Carolina Ninja Academy on Friday, 10/16 at 3pm. If you register after 3pm on Friday, 10/16, you will automatically be added to the front of the run order.
Prizes:
- Medals will be given to the top three participants in each age group/division.
World Ninja League - Tier 2 Competition
Sunday, January 24th, 2027
Challenge Course & Skills Competition
The World Ninja League (WNL) is the premier obstacle league for Ninja competitions. Their goal is to promote the sport of Ninja obstacle courses across the world. They want to help provide an opportunity for all ages to get more involved in the rapidly growing sport!
Come on our to the incredible Carolina Ninja Academy gym to test your skills against other competitors. This is a World Ninja League Qualifier.
Schedule of Events:
**Competition start times and schedule may change based on number of entries/participants**
**Awards Ceremony to Directly Follow Last Competitor of Each Wave**
Kids (6-8)
- Check-In: 8:00am - 8:30am
- Rules Briefing: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Runs Begin: 9:00am
Mature Kids (9-10)
- Check-In: 11:30am - 12:00pm
- Rules Briefing: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
- Runs Begin: 12:30pm
Preteens (11-12)
- Check-In: 2:30pm - 3:00pm
- Rules Briefing: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Runs Begin: 3:30pm
WNL Rule: Registration will be based on what age you are January 1st, 2027
Registration Price:
- $70 - Course AND Skills Competition
- $40 - ONLY Course
- $40 - ONLY Skills
- 10% off for CNA Team Members
Open-Gym:
- We will have our regular business hours leading up to the competition, and will be open for open-gym.
- Anyone participating in the competition will be able to have unlimited open-gym each day for $20. Sign up in person.
Rules:
- All rules will follow the official WNL rulebook.
- The run-order will be randomized by the WNL on Friday morning. Last chance to register before guaranteeing a randomized spot is Thursday at 9pm.
- Redemption time will be available if time allows (most likely will).
- REQUIRED FORMS:
- As you complete registration you should complete the Carolina Ninja Academy Waiver in the process
- Please also sign the World Ninja League Waiver, prior to competing. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/uesxvjn5wzzwdftppvnu8y/web/
Prizes:
- Medals will be given to the top three participants in each age group/division.
World Ninja League - Tier 1 Competition
February 27th & 28th, 2027
Challenge Course & Skills Competition
The World Ninja League (WNL) is the premier obstacle league for Ninja competitions. Their goal is to promote the sport of Ninja obstacle courses across the world. They want to help provide an opportunity for all ages to get more involved in the rapidly growing sport!
Come on our to the incredible Carolina Ninja Academy gym to test your skills against other competitors. This is a World Ninja League Qualifier.
Schedule of Events:
**Competition start times and schedule may change based on number of entries/participants**
**Awards Ceremony to Directly Follow Last Competitor of Each Wave**
Saturday, February 27th
Kids (6-8)
- Check-In: 8:00am - 8:30am
- Rules Briefing: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Runs Begin: 9:00am
Mature Kids (9-10)
- Check-In: 11:00am - 11:30am
- Rules Briefing: 11:30am - 12:00pm
- Runs Begin: 12:00pm
Preteens (11-12)
- Check-In: 2:45pm - 3:15pm
- Rules Briefing: 3:15pm - 3:45pm
- Runs Begin: 3:45pm
Sunday, February 28th
Young Adult Female (15-17)
- Check-In: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Rules Briefing: 9:00am - 9:30am
- Runs Begin: 9:30am
Adult Female (18-39)
- Check-In: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Rules Briefing: 9:00am - 9:30am
- Runs Begin: 9:30am
Masters (40+)
- Check-In: 8:30am - 9:00am
- Rules Briefing: 9:00am - 9:30am
- Runs Begin: 9:30am
Sunday, February 28th
Teens (13-14)
- Check-In: 11:30am - 12:00pm
- Rules Briefing: 12:00pm - 12:30pm
- Runs Begin: 12:30pm
Young Adult Male (15-17)
- Check-In: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Runs Begin: 4:00pm
Adult Male (18-39) & Elite (15+)
- Check-In: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
- Rules Briefing: 3:30pm - 4:00pm
- Runs Begin: 4:00pm
WNL Rule: Registration will be based on what age you are January 1st, 2027
Registration Price:
- $100 - Course AND Skills Competition
- $65 - ONLY Course
- $65 - ONLY Skills
- 10% off for CNA Team Members
Open-Gym:
- We will have our regular business hours leading up to the competition, and will be open for open-gym. Friday, 2/26, we will be closing by 6pm.
- Anyone participating in the competition will be able to have unlimited open-gym each day for $20. Sign up in person.
Rules:
- All rules will follow the official WNL rulebook.
- The run-order will be randomized by the WNL on Friday morning. Last chance to register before guaranteeing a randomized spot is Thursday at 9pm.
- Redemption time will be available if time allows (most likely will).
- REQUIRED FORMS:
- As you complete registration you should complete the Carolina Ninja Academy Waiver in the process
- Please also sign the World Ninja League Waiver, prior to competing. https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/uesxvjn5wzzwdftppvnu8y/web/
Prizes:
- Medals will be given to the top three participants in each age group/division.
- Trophies will be given to the 1st place finisher in each age group/division.
- Elite competitors winner will receive a $100 cash prize.