TWF Syracuse Competition Squad FAQ

The Warrior Factory Syracuse Competition Squad FAQ
   

Q. What does it mean to be on the Competition Squad?
A. Being on the Competition Squad means you are ready to dedicate time and energy to the sport of ninja and compete in leagues like the Northeast Ninja League and the World Ninja League competitions. It means our coaches think you are either full of potential or have already realized at least some of that potential and are ready to compete against other ninjas your age. It also means they feel you have the maturity and attitude necessary to represent our facility which is just, if not more, important than your physical performance on the course. Being on the Competition Squad means our coaches and staff will work as hard as we can to teach you the skills, tips and techniques necessary to allow you every success at competitions and assist in your quest to become the best ninja possible.


Q. How do I get on the Competition Squad?
A. Athletes ages 6-9 and are a GREEN Band or above in our curriculum system are eligible to join the Competition Squad. Athletes ages 9-10 and are a BLUE band in our curriculum system as eligible to join the Competition Squad. Athletes ages 11+ and are a PURPLE Band or above in our curriculum system are eligible to join the Competition Squad.

Q. What age ranges are on the Competition Squad?
The Comp Squad officially competes in 2 leagues: The Northeastern Ninja Association (NENA) and World Ninja League(WNL). The youth Age Divisions for both leagues are as follows: Kids:6-8, Mature Kids:9-10, Preteen:11-12,Teen:13-14,Young Adult:15-17.
 
Q. How often are practices?
A. In general, season practices for the Competition Squad will be held two to three times a week for the Varsity squad and one day a week for the Junior Varsity Squad. Practices usually start in August and go through the regular season ending with NENA Finals in late March and WNL Finals in May. These practices will be scheduled to give ample rest between practices and competition days which are generally Saturday or Sunday. Check our online schedule for the the most up to date practice information. 


Q. Will my ninja compete every weekend?
A. Only if you want them to! Your ninja can pick and choose when to compete based on their schedule. Any ninjas may attend any and all comps as they prefer regardless of if our coaches will be there. If you are part of our NENA squad, you will commit to attending all NENA competitions for the season. 


Q. What about the Band Based Curriculum?
A. The Competition Squad would take the place of the 1hr/wk band based curriculum class. However, if your ninja would like to test into a new band level because they are picking up new skills like mad, we can arrange that. Many ninjas take great pride in achieving a new band color and that sense of measurable accomplishment is still available via the Comp Squad.


Q. What is the WNL?
A. The World Ninja League (WNL) is an organization run by a collection of the nation's top Ninjas. The goal of the WNL is to promote the sport of Ninja obstacle course racing across the country. They are providing the infrastructure, organization and guidelines for top level facilities to allow for all ages to become involved in the rapidly growing sport of Ninja! The WNL has 7 age divisions ranging from 6 to 40+. Each age division runs a course designed for their size and skill. All participants run the course in their designated age brackets and the top 3 male and female winners advance to the WNL Regional Finals. In addition to qualifying for Regionals, the top 3 finishers generally win some pretty cool prizes.

Different gyms across the country host WNL events every weekend to allow athletes a chance to test their mettle against the course and their peers. The Warrior Factory Syracuse will host at least one WNL sanctioned competition every season.  The courses will test the ninjas strength, agility, balance and technique on a multitude of innovative and exciting obstacles, strung together to make for one of the most fun, most memorable athletic experiences around.

Q. What is NENA?
A.  Northest Ninja Association

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