August 22-23

Carolina Ninja Academy is a staple of the Southeast, and with Kevin Thompson at the helm of design, athletes are in for a tactical challenge.

Kevin’s deep understanding of obstacle mechanics ensures a course that is both fluid and punishing! This is where precision meets power in the Carolinas!

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The Premier Series features the top 25% of athletes from around the globe. This series pushes athletes to their limits, challenging them on courses designed by the best course designers. The World Ninja League Premier Series is the ultimate test of strength, speed, and agility.

About Carolina ninja academy

About the Facility

Carolina Ninja Academy is an indoor ninja and obstacle training facility in Huntersville, NC, serving families throughout the Charlotte and Lake Norman area.
 
The facility is led by an experienced management team and supported by a dedicated staff of trained ninja coaches, with course designer, Kevin Thompson as the head coach. Together, the staff focuses on providing a safe, welcoming, and high-energy environment where kids of all ages and ability levels can learn, grow, and have fun.

Carolina Ninja Academy

14120 Statesville Rd

Huntersville, NC 28078

Meet the Course Designers

Kevin Thompson

My favorite obstacle is our Swoop Slider. At its core, it is not a super difficult obstacle, but there are so many ways to create challenges and encourage kids to step outside their comfort zone while attempting it.

Competition Information

August 22-23

August 22

Kids: 9:00 AM
MK: 1:00 PM
Preteen: 5:00 PM

*Times in Eastern Time

August 23

Amateur: 9:00 AM
Teens: 1:00 AM
Elite: 4:30 PM

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Interest Form

Our Ninja Championship wouldn’t be possible without the support of amazing community members like you! We appreciate your interested in getting involved.

Please complete the interest form below and our team will be in touch with more information. 

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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.

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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

Additional days now being offered: Thursday and Friday at 1:00 PM.

Award Ceremonies will take place at the Coliseum on Friday 6/19 around 6:00 PM.

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