2025 Head to Head Championships

IN THE ULTIMATE NINJA SHOWDOWN
WHO WILL COME OUT ON TOP?

GRAHAM OGDEN NINJA

On March 15th & 16th the best athletes in the Head to Head circuit are going toe-to-toe, fighting for the coveted title of Head to Head Champion in their division for the first time ever.

This isn’t just a competition—it’s a high-stakes celebration of skill, determination, and the unstoppable ninja spirit.This unique “ninja vs. ninja” competition pushes participants to perform at their peak, blending speed, strategy, and adaptability.
Who will rise to the challenge? Let the battles begin!
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Lily Barrett Ninja

WHAT IS HEAD TO HEAD ALL ABOUT?

 

The Head to Head Championships at NinjaMania are a celebration of our athletes’ accomplishments and progress throughout the season. All athletes who have qualified through regional Head to Head events are invited to compete for the title of Head to Head Champion in their division.

Head to Head Championships is an excellent chance to benchmark progress and measure growth in a high-stakes setting. Athletes will be able to prove themselves as the best of best in new exciting way while competing for recognition as the Head to Head Champion.

At this event, athletes have the opportunity to showcase their skills in an intense bracket-style format, competing against the circuit’s top talent. This championship pulls together the entire ninja community—athletes, coaches, course designers, and fans—creating an electrifying atmosphere of competition and camaraderie!

SCHEDULE

DAY 1
MARCH 15

Kids Male

Kids Female

Mature Kids Males

Mature Kids Females

Preteen Male

Preteen Female

REGISTER STARTING DEC 27

DAY 2
MARCH 16

Young Adult Male | Young Adult Female

Teen Female | Teen Male

Elite Female | Elite Male

Adult Male | Adult Female

Masters Male | Masters Female
REGISTER STARTING DEC 27

ELIGIBILITY

Gregory Barrett Ninja

Qualification Process

  • Regional Championship Entry:
    • Athletes must compete in a Head to Head Regional Championship.
    • Regions hosting Head to Head qualifiers before the designated date ranges are eligible to hold these championships.
  • Qualification Slots:
    • 16 athletes per division (age/gender) qualify during each date range. NOTE: Each Head to Head Regional Championship will receive a set number of qualifying spots per division (age/gender) based on the number of athletes from that division who have participated in the region compared to the number of athletes who have participated in the division throughout all regions. We do this to ensure that all athletes have an equitable opportunity to qualify.
    • Two date ranges are provided, resulting in ~32 athletes qualifying per division for Worlds.
    • If fractional results occur when calculating qualifying spots, the total is rounded up, potentially allowing more than 32 athletes to qualify.
  • Regional Spot Allocation:
    • Each region receives a portion of the 16 spots per division based on the participation rate of athletes from that region.
    • Formula for regional qualifying spots:
      16 × (Regional Division Participation / Total Division Participation Across All Regions)
      • Example: If 250 athletes from the Northeast Elite Male division competed, and 1,000 competed nationwide:
        16 × (250 / 1,000) = 4 spots for that division in the Northeast.
    • Fractions are always rounded up when determining qualifying spots.

SCORING

Emma Millette Ninja

What is the scoring format?

  • Head to Head Championships are a Double Elimination Bracket 
    • Competitions consist of multiple rounds, each with multiple matches.
    • Winners advance in the main bracket; losing athletes enter the comeback bracket.
      • In the event that neither athlete completes the course, the winner is the athlete who went the furthest the fastest. 
    • Athletes are eliminated after losing two matches.
    • The last athlete remaining wins the championship.
  • Challenge Format
    • Scoring:
      • Athletes earn 1 point per obstacle cleared until they fail or are disqualified. (Check the rulebook for full details)
      • Progression requires successful completion of the current obstacle.
    • Time Limit and Continuation:
      • All courses have a time limit.
      • Athletes will not run out the clock when their run is over.
    • Retries:
      • Each athlete is allowed two retries per course, with only one retry per obstacle.
      • To continue, the athlete must complete the failed obstacle on the retry.
      • Retry procedure:
        • The timer will run while the obstacle is being reset.

To all competitors, this is your time to shine, push your limits, and leave it all on the course. Whether you’re chasing the title or simply enjoying the thrill of the competition, remember that every step forward is a victory.

Best of luck to each and every one of you—we can’t wait to see your incredible performances! Let’s make this an unforgettable championship.

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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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