How to Train for American Ninja Warrior for Beginners

Cayden Jones, Obstacle Warriors North Richland Hills | Updated June 10, 2024

Many viewers of the popular TV show NBC’s American Ninja Warrior get inspired after watching an episode. But where and how does anyone begin to train for the show?

Jessie Graff | Image via American Ninja Warrior

Training at an Obstacle Course Gym

Aspiring ninja warriors can train at a gym tailored for the exciting sport, such as Obstacle Warriors in North Richland Hills, TX (opening in Summer 2024). The facility will be comprised of similar obstacles seen on “American Ninja Warrior.” Obstacles include the Salmon Ladder, Quintuple Steps, Rope Climb, Lache Bars, and more.

• Specific Obstacle Training

  • The huge benefit of training at Obstacle Warriors - North Richland Hills is getting to train on specific obstacles and perfecting technique. Athletes can work on getting faster and improving form on obstacles.

• Endurance

  • Ninja Warriors get to improve their obstacle endurance, which helps athletes go from one obstacle to the next quickly without burning out or getting winded.

• Calisthenics

  • Training calisthenics helps improve body control and awareness, which will transfer over to Ninja Warrior very well.

OBSTACLE WARRIOR APPAREL AND GEAR

Daniel Gil | Image via American Ninja Warrior

Training at a Standard Gym

Ninjas can also train at a standard gym, but movements may be limited to the basics, depending on what equipment is available. Movements such as pull-ups, squats , and upper body presses will provide a good strength base.

• Grip Strength

  • Participants can also enhance their grip strength and endurance, which is crucial in the sport of ninja warrior.

• Pull-Ups

  • Pull-ups play an important role in ninja training, as many obstacles require participants to be able to support their bodyweight.

• Calisthenics

  • Training calisthenics movements such as human flags, handstands, or plaches at a standard gym provide a huge benefit, as they improve body control.

• Core Training

  • Core strength plays an important role in ninja training for any level of athlete, as many movements recruit the core muscles.

At any point, athletes of all skill levels can apply for American Ninja Warrior. The best tip is to begin training now. Workout at a standard gym, a ninja warrior gym, or both. For beginners, the focus should be to start with the basics, such as pull-ups, push-ups, squats, and presses, and build up from there.

DO YOU HAVE A FIELD TRIP COMING UP?

Your favorite ninja obstacle course gym is opening in July 2024! Obstacle Warriors Field Trips, Fundraisers, Festivals and group events are now available for booking for July 2024 onward! Kids and adults get to experience what it’s like to be a ninja warrior! We encourage kids and adults to have fun, learn, and challenge themselves to be the best that they can be. Unleash your inner ninja warrior and book your next event with our obstacle course today.

Location: Obstacle Warriors NRH is located at 8525 Airport Fwy, North Richland Hills, TX 76180