National Ninja League Qualifier
September 7th and 8th 2019
Registration for the Strive NNL Qualifying event on September 7/8 is now CLOSED!!
Courses will have 10+ obstacles! Redemption time after each competition wave, as time permits.
Register early as each group will be capped at 50 participants!!
7 NNL Age Groups – Tentative Schedule
Competing on Saturday September 7th
9am: Kids (6-8)
1pm: Mature Kids (9-10)
5pm: Pre-Teens (11-12)
Competing on Sunday September 8th
9am: Teens (13-14)
1pm: Young Adults (15-17)
5pm: Adults (18+)
5pm: Masters (40+)
Each age group also split by gender.
Awards/Qualifying
Awards given to top 3 in each division!!
Top 3 in each gender/age division will qualify for the NNL championships in Feb 2020. (In the event an athlete in a qualifying position has already qualified for the World Championship, their qualifying spot will move to the next highest ranked athlete at that event in the same gender and age division.)
Cash prizes for Adults!!
Adult Pros -- $225 1st place, $100 2nd place, $75 3rd place
Adult Masters - $100 1st place, $75 2nd place, $50 3rd place
Pricing
Kids, Mature Kids, Pre-Teens, Teens, Young Adults: $55 before Aug 1, $65 after Aug 1
Adults/Masters: $75
Key info:
· Determining appropriate age groups: Please choose age group based on competitor age as of Feb 21, 2020. (NNL Championship is in Feb 2020. NNL Athletes must compete in the appropriate division based on their age at that time.)
· NNL Athlete ID required: Each athlete will need an NNL “Athlete ID” this season (for first-time NNL competitors, please see https://www.nationalninja.com/athleteid.html )
· Waivers: Two waivers will be required:
o 1. A Strive waiver (which you will complete upon registration if you are new to Strive.)
o 2. A NNL Season 5 Waiver: https://www.nationalninja.com/
· Additional info and past NNL results can be found on the NNL webstite (www.nationalninja.com)
Young adult (15yr+)/adult drop-in
Great for experienced and newbies!
For new ninjas... you might be wanting to test things out before you commit to a full session of classes. Our Drop-in gives you that opportunity to come in and practice on some obstacles! Grab a friend or two and swing by our Adult Drop-in on Thursday nights from 7:15-815pm. While the drop-in is not a "coached" class, we do have staff on hand to answer questions and provide guidance if needed. If it's your first visit we will also provide some initial safety instruction... for example, so you will know how to properly run up/slide down our warped walls.
The Drop-In is also a great opportunity for existing class members to get in extra training outside of regular class time. Plus, existing class members get a discount on the drop-in price. (Ask one of your coaches for the coupon code!)
When: Last summer session is Thursday 8/26 7:15pm-815pm
Cost: $20 per person
Fri-Yay! Events
Friday nights are Fri-Yay! nights at Strive!
You can kick off your ninja weekend in a great way by attending one of our Fri-yay events. We have a TON of great events that can keep your kids active, busy and having fun! We try to shake it up with some variety... and we will also sprinkle in some adult activities from time to time!!
Here is a sample of events where you can drop off your kids:
- Ninja vs Ninja (90 mins)
- Ninja game night (90 mins)
- Date night for parents (2.5 hours)
- Regular open gyms (90 mins)
- "Flash" open gyms (60 mins)
Adults can sometimes get in on the "in the gym" fun...
- "Flash" open gyms for young adults/adults
- Regular open gyms for young adults/adults
If you have never been to Strive...
If you are planning to compete at Strive and have never been to our gym... please create an account an complete your "assumption of risk" (waiver) document. Here is a link for the waiver: striveninja.pike13.com
STrive for spooky - nnl 2021
Traditional Format
SATURDAY 10/30
9am: Kids (6-8yrs)
11am Mature Kids (9-10yrs) Wave 1
1pm Mature Kids (9-10yrs) Wave 2
3:30pm Pre-teen (11-12yrs) Wave 1
5:30pm Pre-teen (11-12 yrs) Wave 2
SUNDAY 10/31
9am: Teen (13-14) and Young Adult (15-17) Wave 1
11am: Teen (13-14) and Young Adult (15-17) Wave 2
1pm: Masters (40+ yrs)
3:30pm: Adult (18-39 yrs)
5:30pm: Elite (15+ yrs): Registration link for Elite
Information
Reminder: Please include your NNL ID when creating an account in our system!
Reach out to Shelle or Tim with questions:
wow ninja!
WOW (Women Only Workouts) is the perfect way gain some strength, focus on fitness and test the waters with some intro-to-ninja! This 60min class is taught in 2 parts! Half of the class is fitness focused and follows a variety of different group workout formats from tabata to HIIT and everything in between! We provide a mix of equipment to meet the needs of all abilities and the variation used creates more of a functional training approach as opposed to the traditional weight-based or cardio training workouts!
The second half of the class is spent learning some techniques and fundamental skills for entry-level Ninja! This could include anything from balance pipes and spools, to building up grip and upper body strength needed to get you ready to swing! We believe in a "Challenge by Choice" approach for this program meaning that the Ninja based learning moves at the pace set by each participant.
Not to mention, this is a very social and friendly class with a very relaxed atmosphere - we work hard, we set goals, we crush them...and we laugh, a lot!
Come and join the fun!
Session info:
Sundays 5:00pm-6:00pm
Currently FULL: email shelle@striveninja.com to be added to a waitlist
NENA All Stars Event - April 30 2023
Event Details
This event is for qualified All-Stars of NENA Teams!! Congratulations to those from each team who qualified as All Stars!! You will be contacted by your NENA Coach with an official invite to All Stars!
The top 2 point scorers (based on regular-season points) for each team (in each age group) qualify as a NENA All-Star for the 2022-2023 season! These All-Stars are invited to participate in a fun and challenging event on Sunday April 30th. The event intends to be fun and also have a competitive/challenging element to it!
All-Stars should expect to be challenged in multiple skill areas. Plans might evolve, but current thinking is that the event will include:
- Speed course (potentially side-by-side style)
- Grip strength/endurance challenge
- Agility/Balance challenge
Athletes are required to register!
The event structure and flow may vary, depending on how many participants we have in each age group. Accordingly, we need all-stars to register so we can have a participant count that allows us to plan.
Request was sent to NENA Gym contacts to have registrations complete by Wednesday 4/26. As of Friday 4/28, we have now closed registration to allow us to complete our planning.
Wave Times
6-8 year olds: 8:30am - 10:45am
9-10 year olds: 10:45am- 1pm
11-12 year olds: 1:30pm - 3:45pm
13-14 year olds: 3:45pm - 6pm
15-17 year olds: start 6pm (end time may depend on # of competitors)
Questions
Families can direct questions to their NENA coach. If you have questions specific to the host facility (Strive), you can email tim@striveninja.com.
SPECIALTY CLINICS AND EVENING PROGRAMS
Join us for some all-time favorite Ninja Clinics and evening programs!
Throughout the Summer we will be offering multiple opportunities for your Ninja to get their obstacle fix in!
Our Specialty Clinics are designed with a similar format to our Kid Ninja classes but with the unique twist of choosing on specific skills that your Ninja would like to work on! Our clinics are an hour long, some meet just once and others meet twice in a week to further progressions. From learning to lache to running Ninja Courses, there is something for everyone at Strive Ninja Fitness. Take a peek at our 2023 offerings listed below! You can enroll by clicking on the individual program links!
ALSO! Join us for any of our August clinics and receive a coupon code for 50% off any Open Gyms ALL MONTH LONG!
Kid Ninja Courses! July 25th & 27th 5:15pm
This clinic is designed for any Kid Ninja who has an interest in running some courses! We will put together a number of obstacles leading to a buzzer and use our renowned Ninjaworks Timing System to help work on efficiency, tactics and course strategy! A super fun clinic for any Kid Ninja!
Learn to Lache! Aug 1st & 3rd 5:15pm
This program is a step further than “Intro to Flying” and is designed for Ninjas aged 8+years (or Coach approved). In this clinic we will be breaking the skill down into bite sized chunks enabling Ninjas to effectively progress and catch their first Lache! This is also a good clinic for anyone who has started working on this skill but could use some additional coaching to help strength the foundation. We will be working on different types of lache from trapeze to bar-to-bar!
Level II+ Intro to Flybar! Aug 1st & 3rd 6:30pm
This program will have a very specific focus of learning the fundamentals for the high-level obstacle… the Flybar! Due to the complexity of this skill, this clinic will best suit Kid Ninjas aged 10yr+ who have prior experience in our Level II+ programs. You can, however, reach out to Shelle to see if your Ninja would be a good fit for this clinic!
The Flybar is a power-move obstacle as seen on American Ninja Warrior where Ninjas will throw a lache while transferring a bar from one set of cradles to another! This obstacle is rarely worked on in any of traditional classes so this Specialty Clinic provides a very unique opportunity!
Salmon Ladder and Transfer Laches! Aug 8th & 10th 6:30pm
Back by popular demand! This program was a hit last year among our Level II+ Ninjas! This program is best suited for Kids aged 10+years or those with prior Level II+ program experience. We will work on Salmon Ladder transfers, Salmon Ladder techniques to move up and down and rungs and other transfer Laches like skyhooks! A strong foundation of laches is a requirement for enrolling but this clinic is designed for those looking to take their skills to the next level!
Kid Ninja Laches for Days (8-12yr or Coach Approval) Aug 15th & 17th 5:15pm
This clinic is for any of our Kid Ninja class participants who have already developed a solid foundation of lache confidence over short distances. This clinic will provide coaching to help further develop the skill while offering a variety of obstacles to fly between!
Level II+ Laches for Days! Aug 15th & 17th 6:30pm
This clinic is for Ninjas who already have a strong lache foundation on a variety of obstacles (bars, trapeze, side swing etc). We will be working on adding power to this skill allowing Ninjas to cover bigger distances. We will also be incorporating multiple variations from side swings, to grip catches and more! If you aren’t sure if this is the right clinic for you, email Coach Shelle to find out more!
Kid Ninja 6-8yr Courses! Aug 22nd & 24th 5:15pm
This clinic is designed for any Kid Ninja who has an interest in running some courses! We will put together a number of obstacles leading to a buzzer and use our renowned Ninjaworks Timing System to help work on efficiency, tactics and course strategy! A super fun clinic for any 6-8yr old!
Kid Ninja 9-13yr Courses! Aug 22nd & 24th 6:30pm
This clinic is designed for any Kid Ninja who has an interest in running some courses! We will put together a number of obstacles leading to a buzzer and use our renowned Ninjaworks Timing System to help work on efficiency, tactics and course strategy! A super fun clinic for any 9-13yr old!
Questions?
World Ninja League tier 1 Qualifier - Dec 9/10
Flow Course Format
Note: if wave is filled, you can email tim@striveninja.com to be added to wait list. We will try to accommodate from the wait list as best as our event schedule allows!
SATURDAY 12/9/23
8:30am: Kids (6-8yrs)
11am Mature Kids (9-10yrs)
3pm Pre-teen (11-12yrs)
SUNDAY 12/10/23
8:15am: Masters (40+)
10:15am: Young Adult (15-17) and Adult (18-39)
1:45pm: Teens (13-14)
5:15pm: Elite
Notes:
- Age group determined by athlete age on Jan 1 2024
- WNL Tier I competitions are intended for skill levels from intermediate through advanced/elite
- WNL Athlete ID (Ninjaworks ID) required (obtain at https://worldninjaleague.org/athleteid/)
- Strive Waiver and WNL Waiver required
- Awards for top 3 males and top 3 females in each division
- Check-in time is 15 minutes before start of wave (e.g., for 8:30am wave, check-in time is at 8:15)
- Rules will begin promptly at start of wave (e.g., for 8:30am wave, rules start between 8:30am and 8:35am)
- Run orders will be randomized by the World Ninja League
- Redemption time will be provided if time allows.
Information
Reminder: Please include your WNL ID when creating an account in our system!
Reach Tim or James with questions:
World Ninja League tier 1 Qualifier - Dec 9/10
Flow Course Format
Note: if wave is filled, you can email tim@striveninja.com to be added to wait list. We will try to accommodate from the wait list as best as our event schedule allows!
SATURDAY 12/9/23
8:30am: Kids (6-8yrs)
11am Mature Kids (9-10yrs)
3pm Pre-teen (11-12yrs)
SUNDAY 12/10/23
8:15am: Masters (40+)
10:15am: Young Adult (15-17) and Adult (18-39)
1:45pm: Teens (13-14)
5:15pm: Elite
Notes:
- Age group determined by athlete age on Jan 1 2024
- WNL Tier I competitions are intended for skill levels from intermediate through advanced/elite
- WNL Athlete ID (Ninjaworks ID) required (obtain at https://worldninjaleague.org/athleteid/)
- Strive Waiver and WNL Waiver required
- Awards for top 3 males and top 3 females in each division
- Check-in time is 15 minutes before start of wave (e.g., for 8:30am wave, check-in time is at 8:15)
- Rules will begin promptly at start of wave (e.g., for 8:30am wave, rules start between 8:30am and 8:35am)
- Run orders will be randomized by the World Ninja League
- Redemption time will be provided if time allows.
Information
Reminder: Please include your WNL ID when creating an account in our system!
Reach Tim or James with questions:
Adult NENA Tier I/II competition - Friday 4/19
Compete in Adult NENA - opportunity to qualify for Tier III
Start time: 5pm
3 age groups: 15-24, 25-39, 40+
cost: $30
Must be a member of a NENA gym to participate.
This competition is the Tier I/II format. Three possible "runs" for each athlete. First 2 runs are considered the "Tier I" course of 7 obstacles. Third run includes 12 obstacles. In the third run, athletes will progress through the same 7 obstacles seen previously, plus an additional 5 obstacles are included. (Athletes must complete the first 7 obstacles successfully in order to continue progressing through the remaining obstacles.)
We offer multiple options for Kid Ninja classes!!
PLEASE NOTE: If interested in classes, please try to register early. We do expect all classes to fill. If your desired class time is filled, please email tim@striveninja.com to ask to be on the wait list. We will fill any openings on a first-come, first-serve basis.
KID NINJA: 6-8 year olds
Our Kid Ninja classes for 6-8 year olds are great for both new Ninjas and returners!! We typically break classes into sub-groups, so we are able to group similarly experienced/skilled kids together... that allows us to create appropriate challenges for all levels!
We always seek to introduce some new obstacles into every session... so for those who are repeating (and we have a lot of repeaters!), no session is ever the same! Our goal is always to advance each kid's skills from whatever is their current level. If a kid demonstrates the ability to take on higher level challenges, then we will present those challenges to those kids!
In classes we focus on introducing, developing and advancing fundamental and beyond Ninja Fitness skills for our kid participants. Kids of any fitness level will progress through weekly sessions (1X per week). Classes focus on developing strength, agility, balance, coordination and confidence... all in a safe environment. Those who have attended classes at Strive know that the 'Word of the Day' at Strive is always "Safety!"
Kid Ninja classes for 6-8 year olds are available on the following days (registration links at bottom of page):
Monday 3:45pm-4:45pm (7 week session)
Tuesday 3:45pm-4:45pm (8 week session)
Thursday 5:00pm-6:00pm (8 week session)
Friday 5:00pm-6:00pm (8 week session)
Saturday 8:45am-9:45am (8 week session)
KID NINJA: 9-13 year olds
We also offer Kid Ninja classes for new and returning 9-13 year olds. In all our Kid Ninja classes we typically break classes into sub-groups, so we are able to group similarly experienced/skilled kids together... that allows us to create appropriate challenges for all levels! Our goal is always to advance kids from whatever is their current levels.
Kid Ninja class times for 9-13 year olds:
Monday 5:00pm-6:00pm (7 week session)
Friday 6:15pm-7:15pm (8 week session)
Saturday 10:00am-11:00am (8 week session)
Level II+ Kid Ninja: 8-13 year olds
A strong baseline level of skill/conditioning required for this class. If you have not registered for Level II+ before, please contact Tim at tim@striveninja.com to help us ensure placement in this level is appropriate.
Please note: Due to maturity levels, size and some other factors, we rarely recommend a Level II+ class for kids younger than 8 years old. For kids ages 6-8, our "Kid Ninja 6-8" classes offer age-appropriate challenges for all skill levels.
In many ways, the curriculum for Level II+ Kid Ninja is similar to what we provide in our Kid Ninja 9-13 classes. (So if you have a 9-13 year old, you should not be concerned about whether kids will receive enough challenges in "Kid Ninja 9-13" compared to "Level II+ Kid Ninja". In both classes we will challenge kids.)
Level II+ Kid Ninja participants are expected to be comfortable with the idea of regularly doing higher level obstacles that might require jumping to obstacles and/or "laches". (Laches are a skill where a ninja builds a swing from a bar/obstacle and then releases and flies through the air to catch a 2nd bar/obstacle.)
Like "Kid Ninja" classes, Level II+ CAN be (and is often) repeated... the class will provide opportunities to advance kids from whatever is their current skill level. We always try to introduce new obstacles in every session... so there are always new challenges from session to session!
Level II+ available on the following days:
Tuesdays 5:00pm-6:00pm (8 week session)
Ninja FIT for Girls
F.I.T - Fearless Independent Teens
Come join this program that has been a hit since we launched in the fall of 2019! We are pleased to offer our highly regarded Ninja FIT for girls aged 12-16years!
We have designed a great program that consists of 1 class per week, very much like our current "kid ninja" offering but with a unique twist - this class is just for girls!
This program is taught by our highly experienced female coaches. Our objective is to teach new skills, build strength and further develop the fundamental movement patterns required for Ninja, while also working on confidence and self-esteem in an environment that allows the girls to support and empower each other!
For more information you can email Coach Angie directly:
Teeninja for boys
NOTE: Our Teeninja for boys class will be on pause in our Spring 2024 session. Please email tim@striveninja.com if interested in this class in a future session.
We offer a great "Teeninja" class for pre-teen and teen boys! (12-16 yrs)
The class provides an awesome opportunity for this age group to develop skills and confidence in a safe and friendly environment. Participants develop skills while they establish and grow friendships with each other. Curriculum is similar to what we offer in our "kid ninja" programs, but we have tailored the experience to be more relevant to pre-teen/teen boys.
The class is suitable for both beginners or those who have had prior ninja training. We try to tailor challenges to the levels of the participants... we are always able to scale obstacle challenges up or down!
Each week kids will have an opportunity to work on a range of obstacles intended to develop strength, balance, agility, endurance and confidence!
Limited spaces!!
For more information you can email Coach Tim:
for strive class kids: End of season kid ninja competition!
Third Annual Kid Ninja Comp (For Strive Class Kids)!
It’s time to show off your skills! We are excited to host our 3rd Annual Kid Ninja Competition to celebrate the end of a great School Year of classes! This event is open to anyone who has taken part in any of our programs this season (Fall through Spring II). Ninjas should enroll based on age as of Jan 1st 2024.
This comp will be held the week of June 17th! Kicking us off will be the Kid Ninja 6-8 competitors on Monday followed by Kid Ninja 9-15 on Tuesday and then Level II+/JV on Wednesday!
Ninjas will get practice time on the course, 2 recorded timed runs using our Ninjaworks buzzer system and the top 3 competitors will receive awards!
Because of time constraints, we are limiting to 20 participants... so please register quickly if interested!
To register, simply click the link below!
Kid Ninja 6-8yr: Monday June 17th 4:15pm-6:00pm
Adult NENA Tier I competition - Friday 10/25
Compete in Adult NENA - opportunity to qualify for Tier II
Start time: 7:30pm
3 age groups: 15-24, 25-39, 40+
cost: $35
Must be a member of a NENA gym to participate.
This competition is the Tier I format.
Get ready to unleash your inner ninja! Tier 1 is the perfect introduction for athletes stepping into the exhilarating world of ninja obstacle competition. This is a low-pressure environment designed to help you thrive, packed with chances to conquer obstacles and build your skills. With three thrilling attempts to tackle eight obstacles at each qualifier, you won’t be penalized for a single misstep—every run is a chance to shine!
Once you conquer the course, you can proudly declare your team (usually the gym you train at) and earn a point that counts towards your team's glory. And the excitement doesn’t stop there! Throughout the season, you can tackle as many Tier 1 events as you like, honing your abilities and racking up points for your team. Get ready to rise to the challenge and make your mark in the ninja arena!
Registration links below! Spaces limited!