April 24–26, 2026 — prepare to Bring It, Send It, and hit the Buzzer!
Location: Caledonia Fairgrounds, Caledonia, ON
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EVERYDAY NINJA: Parents, it’s YOUR turn to hit the buzzer! Try the Masters/Adults course for fun on Saturday April 25 10-11am.
Ninja Mania Schedule
Course Design Clarification
No one involved in coaching or running the courses at NINJA MANIA is involved in the course design. Course design is managed by a three-person committee with three additional consultants in the US.
Championship Finals Rule: No Floor Contact
For the Championships finals, any floor contact (grazing, dapping, or unauthorized touching) will result in an automatic failure. This rule is absolute and is not subject to referee or judge interpretation during the finals.
The initial ruling of failure can only be overturned with 100% video evidence submitted via a review form.
Note on Interpretation: We acknowledge that different judges may have varying interpretations of “grazing.” For Ninja Mania, this rule will be applied strictly, with absolutely NO INTERPRETATION allowed. This rule is also in effect for the FINA CHAMPIONSHIPS.
Competition Options & FINA Qualification
- NOSO members have the option to compete for the NOSO Championships (considered Provincial Championship) only.
- At Ninja Mania, divisions with multiple skill levels (Intermediate / Novice, aside from Championship) will run the same course as others in their age group, but will only compete against athletes in their own skill level.
- If a NOSO member has qualified for a FINA Sectional, they may also register for the qualified Sectional competition (Endurance/Speed/Both). NOSO members will receive 50% Sectional Registration Pricing.
- NON-NOSO members who have qualified for a FINA Sectional may register to compete in their qualified respective Sectional.
- For the FINA Sectionals, the top 8 athletes qualify for the FINA Endurance or Speed Championships in July. Athletes in 9th and 10th place also qualify if they achieve Full Clears.
- To compete at the FINA Championships, athletes must qualify for each discipline separately (Endurance and Speed).
Overall and Provincial Champion
Overall Provincial Championships are determined by the top Ontario athlete in the Championship Division, based on the combined placing across all three events: Endurance, Speed, and Head To Head. Provincial Champion podium will be Sunday.
NINJA MANIA – Course Details
Day 1: Friday, April 24th, 2026 — Endurance
The Course
- Only 1 run on the course will determine both podiums – NOSO / FINA.
- The course will be grip/upper body heavy, with the second half serving as a burnout section featuring short grip obstacles.
Day 2: Saturday, April 25th, 2026 — Speed
The Course
- Athletes will have 2 runs, and the best run will determine both podiums, NOSO / FINA.
- The course is set up for speed, emphasizing floor movements, air travel, and body positioning.
Day 3: Sunday, April 26th, 2026 — Head to Head
This is a NOSO Member event only.
The Course
- Each athlete is guaranteed 2 runs.
- The course is a straight 50m course for all divisions, except for the Elite division (100m).
- The course will incorporate dynamics from the Olympic Pentathlon along with traditional Ninja Obstacles.
4-Lane Head-to-Head Format
Seeding & Qualification
Each athlete will complete two runs on the course. Their best time from these two attempts will serve as their qualifying time. The top 16 athletes will advance to the Bracket Rounds.
Bracket Rounds Progression
- Round of 16: Four heats will be run. The 1st place finisher in each heat, along with the next four fastest times, will advance to the next round.
- Round of 8: Two heats will be run. The 1st place finisher in each heat, along with the next two fastest times, will advance.
- Championship: One final heat will determine the Championship podium finishers.
Accommodations
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Brantford
27 Sinclair Boulevard, Brantford, ON
Group rate available:
- April 23: $145 + tax per night
- April 24–25: $175 + tax per night
The rate includes breakfast and wifi.
Please email dos@hexsbrantford.com your full name, number of guests, dates and contact info. Holiday Inn will get back to you about the group rate and if any rooms are still available.
Other hotels around Caledonia:
Please note that all the information provided is tentative and subject to change without prior notice. While we strive to maintain everything as stated, unforeseen circumstances or the discovery of better methods may necessitate adjustments. We sincerely appreciate your patience and support as we launch the inaugural season of the Ninja Obstacle Sports Ontario (NOSO) League.
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