DIVISIONS

At competitions athletes will compete alongside other athletes from their age and gender group. This age and gender group is known as the athlete’s division. 

There are eight age divisions athletes compete in! Each of these age groupings is broken down by male and female to get sixteen total divisions for athletes. The athlete’s age on January 1st will determine which age division they are placed in.

Continue reading to learn more about each division and a few variations of these divisions across the different competitive tiers in ninja. 

Variations

ages 6-8

KIDS

ages 9-10

MATURE KIDS

ages 11-12

PRETEENS

ages 13-14

TEENS

ages 15-17

YOUNG ADULTS

Note: This division is consolidated with Adults and Masters in the Premier Series as the Amateur division.

ages 18-39

ADULTS

Note: This division is consolidated with Young Adults and Masters in the Premier Series as the Amateur division.

ages 40+

MASTERS

Note: This division is consolidated with Young Adults and Masters in the Premier Series as the Amateur division.

ages 13+

ELITE

Note: This division is only run in Tier 1 and the Premier Series.

Kherington Andrews Stage 2

variations to

Age Divisions

Tier 1 and Premier Series offer athletes a layer of choice regarding their competitive division. Athletes competing in these tiers may choose to challenge themselves in more competitive divisions. Athletes competing in either of those tiers have the following choices:

– Athletes 12 and under can request to compete in one age division above their current age division by emailing info@worldninjaleague.org. However, it’s important to note that athletes competing up a division will not be allowed to request a height check. This rule ensures course design is appropriate for that age division.

– Athletes 13 and older may choose to compete in the Elite Division, which is intended for the best athletes in the sport.

– Athletes over 40 can choose to compete in the Adult (+18) or Elite division.

While Tier 1 and Premier Series provide additional choices, Tier 2 competitions do not allow athletes to choose divisions, with one exception. 

– Athletes over 40 can choose to compete in the Adult Division  (+18)

Additionally, there are a few competitive divisions exclusive to higher Tiers of competitions. 

–  Elite Division is only in Tier 1 and Premier Series competitions.

–  Amateur Division is only available at Premier Series competitions and replaces Young Adult, Adult and Masters Divisions.

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Level Up is opening its doors for a special qualifier!

The On-Site Qualifier is a global qualifying opportunity intended to provide equitable access to the World Championships for athletes and staff who may not otherwise have a practical pathway to qualification.

Register Here

Who: Eligibility is limited to the following individuals who have not yet qualified for the current season’s Tier 1 or Tier 2 World Championship:

  1. Non-US-based athletes, regardless of country of residence

  2. Staff members of facilities that hosted a Regional Championship or All-Star Competition during the current season.

What: A single course that will follow the Challenge Course format scoring and rules, as well as applicable standards for Tier 1 and Tier 2.

Why: Successful full completion of the designated course will earn the athlete qualification to the current season’s corresponding Tier 1 or Tier 2 World Championship.

Where: Level Up
117-F, Liberty Dr, Thomasville, NC 27360

When: Wednesday June 17, 2026

8:30 AM: Young Adult, Adult, Elite, Masters

10:30 AM: Preteen and Teen

12:30 PM: Kids and Mature Kids

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