Competition Rules

What does a WNA Event look like?

Each competitor will complete two stages during the qualifier event: a Speed Course and a Tech Course. These stages are designed to test both athletic agility and obstacle technique.

  • Final placements will be based on cumulative performance across both stages. i.e. if you placed 1st in course one and 3rd in course two, you would have a total of 4 points
  • Tie breakers are determined by who places higher in the tech course
  • Finals Qualification:
    • The top 5 competitors from each age division (aligned with World Ninja League divisions) will qualify for the Finals, giving a total of 20 ladies per division at finals.

Course Design Guidelines

  • Participating gyms may design their own courses for both the Speed and Tech stages.
  • Final approval of obstacle designs will rest with Jenn Sanders, the WNA Course Director, to ensure consistency and challenge standards across all events.

Inclusivity & Representation

To promote representation and inspire confidence, each host gym is strongly encouraged to provide at least one female course demonstrator, ensuring all athletes — especially women — can see the obstacles completed by other women.

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