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UNAA World Series Finals Season 11: Everything You Need to Know Before the Biggest Ninja Competition of the Year

For hundreds of elite obstacle athletes, years of training come down to one week.

The UNAA World Series Finals Season 11 returns July 11 to 16, 2026, bringing together many of the world's best ninja athletes, obstacle course racers, coaches, gyms, and families for one of the largest ninja competitions on the planet.


Hosted inside the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, this year's event is much more than a championship. It's a six-day celebration of obstacle sports featuring UNAA, the World Ninja Athlete Games (WNAG), Ultimate OCR 3K, FINA, and the USA Ninja World Cup, all competing under one roof.


Whether you're competing, coaching, spectating, or simply following the sport, here's everything you need to know before one of the biggest weekends in obstacle sports.



Event Details

UNAA World Series Finals - Season 11

📅 July 11 to 16, 2026

📍 Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex

2300 N. Cameron Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

The Farm Show Complex will host nearly every major competition inside its Giant Expo Hall, while the Ultimate OCR events take place inside the nearby New Holland Arena for excellent spectator viewing.



More Than Just a Ninja Competition

What makes this event unique is that it brings multiple obstacle sport organizations together into one massive Obstacle Sports Expo.

Throughout the week, athletes can watch or compete in:

  • UNAA World Series Finals

  • World Ninja Athlete Games (WNAG)

  • Ultimate OCR 3K

  • USA Ninja World Cup

  • FINA competitions

Instead of traveling across the country for separate championships, athletes and fans experience multiple world-class competitions during one event.


Season 11 Brings Major Rule Changes

UNAA has introduced one of its biggest format changes in years.


Every Athlete Gets Two Preliminary Runs

Instead of a single qualifying run, every competitor now receives:

  • Preliminary Run #1 (portion of the course)

  • Preliminary Run #2 (full course)

Scores from both runs are combined to determine advancement into the Main Event Finals.

The top 15 athletes, or the top 30% of the division, whichever is greater, advance.

For athletes, this is a huge change.

One small mistake no longer ends an entire championship weekend. Consistency across both runs now becomes one of the most valuable skills.


More Athletes Have a Chance to Reach the Finals

Another exciting change involves youth divisions.

After preliminary runs, young competitors are divided into:

Elite Kids Finals

The top-performing athletes continue competing for the Elite title.

Amateur Kids Finals

The next highest-ranked athletes also advance into their own championship division.

This allows significantly more young ninjas to compete in finals and experience championship pressure.

It's one of the biggest expansions of opportunity in UNAA history.


Increased Opportunities for 30+ Athletes

Adult amateur athletes over 30 also receive additional recognition this season.

If fewer than ten athletes aged 30+ qualify through the normal process, additional top-ranked 30+ competitors will be added to ensure a full field receives championship recognition.


This reflects the incredible growth of adult ninja competition across North America.


A Massive Prize Purse

UNAA continues to offer one of the largest cash payouts in obstacle sports.

Professional Division

🥇 1st - $3,000

🥈 2nd - $1,200

🥉 3rd - $750

4th - $350

5th - $200

Other competitive classes also award cash prizes to the top finishers, while youth and open divisions receive Top 10 awards.

According to UNAA, more than $320,000 has been paid out to UNAA, WNAG, and Ultimate OCR athletes over the years.


World-Class Course Design

One of the biggest attractions every season is the course itself.

Season 11 courses are designed by Silent KNinja, known throughout the ninja community for creating technical, creative, and spectator-friendly obstacle layouts.

Host gyms Ultimate Ninja Obstacle Gym (New Mexico) and Next Level Ninja will oversee course operations, judging, and athlete management throughout the week.


Ultimate OCR Returns

The Ultimate OCR 3K is back as part of the Obstacle Sports Expo.

Unlike traditional ninja competitions, OCR athletes will race through an obstacle-heavy endurance course inside the New Holland Arena.

Even better:

Every registered UNAA athlete receives a complimentary OCR 3K entry when registered appropriately.


Spectators Will Have Plenty to Watch

This isn't just an athlete event.

Fans can enjoy:

  • Six days of competitions

  • Elite ninja athletes

  • World-class OCR racing

  • International competition

  • Vendor booths

  • Food vendors

  • Air Bag Jump attraction

  • Athlete meet-and-greets

  • Professional photography

The OCR event is free to watch, while spectator wristbands are required for access to the Expo Hall.


Healthy Food Options

Unlike many sporting events dominated by concession food, organizers have planned several healthier choices.

Food vendors throughout the venue will offer:

  • Acai bowls

  • Rice bowls

  • Protein options

  • Healthy sandwiches

  • Traditional concessions

Athletes may also bring snacks and individual drinks, though coolers and outside meals are generally prohibited inside the Expo Hall.


Why This Event Matters

Over the past decade, ninja competition has evolved from a television phenomenon into a legitimate international sport.

UNAA has played a significant role in that growth by creating competitive opportunities for:

  • Kids

  • Teens

  • Adults

  • Elite professionals

  • Amateur athletes

  • International competitors

With more countries participating than ever before and multiple leagues collaborating under one roof, Season 11 represents another major step forward for obstacle sports.


Final Thoughts

The UNAA World Series Finals Season 11 isn't simply the end of another competition season.

It's a showcase of how far the sport of ninja has come.

Thousands of athletes will travel to Harrisburg after months—and in many cases years—of preparation. Some will chase their first World Championship podium. Others will defend titles, qualify for future events, or simply prove to themselves that they belong among the best.


No matter the outcome, one thing is certain:

Obstacle sports will be on full display in Pennsylvania this week, and the energy inside the Farm Show Complex promises to be unforgettable.

If you're passionate about ninja competition, American Ninja Warrior-style obstacles, OCR, or functional fitness, this is one event you'll want to follow closely.


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