Ninja Warriors take on Kennesaw course

KENNESAW, Ga. - You’ve seen them on television, so you already know they possess incredible skill and strength.  But can “ninjas” from around the world keep cool under pressure at a tricky new course in Kennesaw?

We’ll find out soon, as Adventure Air Sports Kennesaw hosts Atlanta’s Ultimate Ninja Warrior Competition Tuesday evening, May 23, at 6 p.m.  The competition will bring more than 50 competitors (several of whom have been seen on the hit show American Ninja Warrior) to the new Kennesaw facility, which houses an intense obstacle course.  Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers, with first place winning $400, second place winning $250, and $100 going to the third place finisher.  Registration to compete is $25 and open to anyone aged 18 and over, and spectators can come watch the competition for just $5. 

Good Day Atlanta’s Paul Milliken likes to think of himself as a ninja champion and spend the morning at Adventure Air Sports Kennesaw getting some tips from some of the best in the world.